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The pop-up shop near Cirencester making prom affordable

A pop-up shop has been set up near Cirencester full of pre-loved prom dresses.

Hannah Coles, 21, decided to set up the scheme after her own experience of prom and seeing how expensive it was.

It offers teenagers a chance to get their dream dress for a fraction of the price.

Video Journalist: Dan Ayers

23 April 2023

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