Holiday shoppers heading to Spain this summer may want to hold off on purchasing their vacation wardrobe until they arrive. Popular clothing retailer Zara, known for its affordable and stylish pieces, offers significantly lower prices on its items in Spain compared to other countries.
According to Zara’s Spanish website, shoppers can find big savings on women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing. With the pound reaching a two-year high against the euro on Wednesday, these potential savings are even greater. For example, a white mini dress with a ruffled hem is priced at €27.95 in Spain but £32.99 (or €38.74) in the UK. Similarly, a black dress described as “flowing voluminous” is €29.95 in Spain but £35.99 (€42.27) in the UK. These men’s “balloon fit” jeans are €35.95 in Spain but £45.99 (€54.01) in the UK. Even a double-breasted blazer suit and trousers can be found for €129.9 in Spain, while in the UK it would cost £158.99 (€186.72). And for the little ones, a ruffled gingham jumpsuit is priced at €22.95 compared to £25.99 (€30.52) in the UK.
This is not the first time potential savings at Zara have been highlighted. In 2015, financial expert Martin Lewis pointed out that similar pricing structures apply for other brands under the same group, including Massimo Dutti, Pull & Bear, and Uterqüe.
A spokesperson from Zara stated that the retailer’s fashion offerings are the same in all of its over 200 markets, with quality products at affordable prices. However, prices may vary between markets due to factors such as shipping costs and exchange rates.
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