Lidl £9 gilet looks just like pricier £43 and £1,131 versions - in stores Sunday

Lidl £9 gilet looks just like pricier £43 and £1,131 versions - in stores Sunday Lidl has a new addition to its clothing range that looks just like a much more expensive item Designer-looking fashion doesn't have to cost a fortune with Lidl set to launch a gilet that bears a striking resemblance to high-end alternatives on sale elsewhere. The major supermarket, with over 1,000 stores across the UK, is renowned for its iconic Middle of Lidl aisle which stocks a rotating selection of deals on homeware, kitchen accessories, seasonal items, DIY tools, fashion and much more. The Men's Black Padded Gilet launches across all locations from Sunday, October 18 for £8.99. It has two big pockets - one on each side - that can be used to store everyday essentials while on-the-go, with a waterproof design that could be appropriate for various weather conditions. Made from 100 per cent polyester, the piece is only available in-store so anyone hoping to arrange home delivery will be disappointed. To avoid a wasted shopping trip on release day and beyond, you can check stock levels at your nearest Lidl branch via the online store finder - all you have to do is enter your postcode, and a list of your closest shops will appear. Product features - Lightweight, warm and wind-resistant - Water-repellent outer fabric thanks to BIONIC-FINISH® ECO technology - High collar with full zip and chin guard - With pockets - Sizes: M-XXL It could be considered a budget alternative to pricier versions on sale at rival retailers. Take La Redoute, for instance, which has the all-too-similar Reversible Padded Gilet retailing for £50. At a glance, it's quite difficult to tell the two apart but there is one major difference aesthetically. It has two different looks thanks to its reversible design - black and leopard print. Then there's the Gabas Down Gilet from designer brand Moncler which comes with a mammoth £1,131 price tag at HBX - over 125 times more expensive than Lidl's offering. The collar is where it differs most. Product features - Made of micro soft ultra-lightweight nylon fabric - Regular fitted shoulders and chest - Water-repellent - Boxy waistline - Stand collar - Front zip closure - Silicone logo patch on chest - Side pockets with snap button closure - Zipped inner pockets - Elastic cuffs and hem - Down-filled - Micro soft lining - Made in Romania The most notable difference both La Redoute and Moncler versions have is both can be delivered straight to your front door. To find out more, visit the La Redoute and HBX websites.