Tu pieces that'll make you say 'Mumsnet made me buy'

When it comes to clothing, quality is key for our Mumsnet users - for themselves, their children, and their families. So, when there's a brand like Tu that offers durable yet affordable clothing without compromising on quality, it's no surprise that it's a hit. Tu, Sainsbury's own clothing brand, ticks all the boxes for many of our users, providing a wide variety of styles and sizes to suit everyone's needs, tastes, and budgets.

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Plus, the convenience of being able to pick up outfits during your regular Big Food Shop - both online and in store - makes Tu a one-stop shop for busy families.

Naturally, our team at MNHQ have been collecting the top Tu buys made by Mumsnet users from our Talk boards. We’ve gathered all the recommendations up and put together this roundup of the most popular items you’ve been buying from Tu recently. Keep reading to find the top picks that’ll leave you saying ‘Mumsnet made me buy it’. 

Let’s start with this bright pink, 100% cotton, corduroy A-line mini dress that’ll add a touch of charm to your wardrobe (and turn a few heads while you wear it).

EVERBELLE Pink High Neck Short Corduroy Tiered Dress, £10.50 | Buy now from Tu

Mumsnet seal of approval: “Came home to look online at the dresses and I've now ordered a pink corduroy dress from there. I was eyeing up a similar one from Oliver Bonas and this is a fraction of the price.” Sunshineandpinkclouds

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The love for these wide-leg jeans continues on our boards, and at £20 they’re stylish, quality and an absolute bargain that shouldn’t be missed.

Dark Denim Wide Leg Jeans, £20 | Buy now from Tu

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I bought some of their wide leg jeans for 20 quid this week. I think they were recommended on here.” TonyHallintheTardis

In need of new knickers? It appears our MNers are ditching their old M&S pants and replacing them with Tu’s trusty “gems”.

White, Black & Beige Supersoft Full Knickers (8 pk), £9 | Buy now from Tu

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I'm a big fan of their stuff in general (and particularly their pants which have replaced M&S pants for me).” mynameiscalypso

“I've had some real gems from Tu, and have also changed from M&S to their knickers as they actually seem to still have some sort of gusset.” idontlikealdi

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Lace sleeves? Crew neck? Effortless chic? This white knitted jumper ticks all of the right boxes for us. 

White Lace Sleeve Knitted Jumper, £22 | Buy now from Tu

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I have a couple of jumpers and a t shirt that I really like from Tu. They are some of my favourites that I wear a lot.” RightOnTheEdge

Dress up or dress down this bold, contemporary leopard print blouse that’s lightweight and tucks in at all the right places.

For All the Love Printed Tie Neck Volume Blouse, £26 | Buy now from Tu 

Mumsnet seal of approval: “My teen DD (and quite a lot of her friends) wear Tu. Got some excellent quality t-shirts recently and nice kimono style boxy blouses. Good with jeans or smarter trousers.” Beamur

Be quick! This soft denim dress is flying into your baskets recently and honestly, we don’t blame you. 

EVERBELLE Tencel Volume Sleeve Midi Dress, £40 | Buy now from Tu

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I just recently got a fab denim dress, and a lovely springy blue and white stripey shirt, which is 100% cotton, for about a 3rd of the price I'd have paid for it elsewhere. Always have a mooch when I'm at my big Sainsbury's!” lipgloss

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Trusty jeggings are a wardrobe staple and these timeless ones fresh from Tu’s denim shop combine comfort with effortless style, as well as comfort. 

Light Denim Jeggings, £14 | Buy now from Tu

Mumsnet seal of approval: “I like their jeggings and got a jumper and poncho recently which is warm but not too warm as get over heated easily.” Basilthebad

About the author

Rebecca Roberts is a writer, editor, and content marketing expert hailing from Leeds. Here at Mumsnet, she commissions, writes, and edits to bring parents content designed to make life easier. After birthing and breastfeeding two babies in two years, Rebecca knows first-hand how hard it can be to prioritise yourself when you become a mother. So, she’s on a quest to find the best beauty and fashion products that are both practical and affordable, with the help of Mumsnet user recommendations. 

Beyond her role as an editor here at Mumsnet, Rebecca can be found balancing life as a working mum of two toddlers and when she’s not at her desk, you’ll likely find her at a local playgroup, in a nearby coffee shop, or walking the dog up and down country lanes.

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