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TheOtherHelenMumsnet · 03/05/2012 09:58

We are working with M&S over the next couple of months or so, to find out what you think about three of M&S's key ranges:

~ shapewear
~ kidswear
~ Simply Fuller Longer (this is only available in store - see store locator for your nearest store)

M&S have asked us to recruit a panel of MNers to take part in product tests and give their feedback. Panellists will be given M&S vouchers to spend on shapewear or Simply Fuller Longer, and asked to take part in a discussion about kidswear, which all MNers will be able to take part in. There will be a prize draw for every project.

This is open to all UK MNers who have at least one child. It doesn't matter if you currently buy M&S products or not, they are looking for both buyers and non-buyers. If you sign up and indicate that you'd like to take part in the Simply Fuller Longer product test, then please note that you will need to be within easy reach of an M&S store as the vouchers for this can't be redeemed online.

If you haven't yet visited the M&S pages on Mumsnet, please do check them out here.

If you're interested in taking part please add your details here.

Thanks and good luck
MNHQ

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KatieScarlett2833 · 29/05/2012 18:37

well jel Katz Envy, it really look lovely and I bet it'll look great on you.

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smokinaces · 29/05/2012 18:38

Darnit! I have 2 hours childless after work tomorrow to go try things on - and my voucher hasnt arrived! Not childless again until next Monday

not sure the speeding ticket will be worth it

Follyfoot · 29/05/2012 18:39

I've gone for a selection of what DH calls belly button warmers and a camisole top. Being delivered to local M & S simply food near work (didnt know you could do that until a colleague told me).

CJCregg · 30/05/2012 11:29

I have my vouchers but everything I want is sold out online. Going to London tomorrow so will try a big store.

Can anyone link to the shapewear swimsuit?

ClaimedByMe · 30/05/2012 11:58

I am wearing a pair of shapewear knickers, I am actually quite liking them!

Raahh · 30/05/2012 15:56

Well, I have been instore, and purchased a waist cincher, and some knickers. Possibly a bit warm for heavy duty shapewear, but I will road test them in the next few daysGrin

smokinaces · 30/05/2012 16:10

My neighbour has my voucher and hasn't come back from the school run yet. How bloody cheeky!!

lisad123 · 30/05/2012 16:32

Nothing here yet Sad

happystory · 30/05/2012 17:16

Had to go to Post Office to collect my voucher as wasn't in when they tried to deliver (came in a padded bag- why?!) Had a look in M&S on way back and chosen a couple of things. Trying on tonight!

KatieScarlett2833 · 30/05/2012 17:29

Recoded delivery happystory

The man from del Post Office say "No signature, no parcel"

smokinaces · 30/05/2012 18:19

Nabbed mine back off my neighbour and couldnt resist shopping online - couldnt wait until next week!

I have ordered 4 different types of pants to try. My main issue is my belly overhang from 2 sections and losing weight, so thought I would try as many out as I can.

I have For Going out, incase I ever get a date

as well as Light control cotton pants

and firm control cotton pants

and lastly Light control shorts

with the LINGERIE code I got £5 off, so I decided to pay for the £4.95 nominated delivery for Saturday and paid the extra 95p myself. Bank holiday would have meant it would have taken a week otherwise.

Excited about trying them all. They were all in stock, just got to hope that they all fit now!

KatieScarlett2833 · 30/05/2012 18:22

My ordered parcel is currently on it's way to the home depot, which is conveniently 200 yards from my house, so I'm guessing my stuff will arrive tomorrow...

loving "date pants" smokin

smokinaces · 30/05/2012 18:34

I had to buy myself a pair Katie I dont have many dates nowadays, but you never know - and I'd hate to do a Bridget Jones on a guy!! Grin

smokinaces · 30/05/2012 18:35

and just noticed I have ordered myself a week's worth of pants!

KatieScarlett2833 · 30/05/2012 18:40

Just think of the possibilities for date pants reviews:

"Well, M&S, nice work on the styling, fit and wow-factor-appeal, but my date struggled to remove them in under 20 mins resulting in serious puckering - can I suggest velcro tear-off tabs? Thanks Smokinnotsomuchatthemo

smokinaces · 30/05/2012 19:13

Grin Love it!!

Wonder if I can score a date which would have pant viewing opportunities by the end of June when the reviews need to be in?

I'm thinking chances are slim to none. I am out on a few nights out over the next few weeks but with men thin on the ground my chances to flash my pants remain very low.

bluebump · 30/05/2012 19:47

I have ordered the following to pick up in store on Monday:

Firm Control Body

Two pack knickers

Two pairs of tights

I used the lingere discount code so it came to just under £35 so i'm impressed that I get this much with the voucher! I hope it all looks good now! I thought shops were going to be closed as it was a bank holiday so we'll see if it's actually open when I pop down on Monday.

BiscuitNibbler · 31/05/2012 09:22

Well mine has arrived this morning - got the Waist and Thigh Cincher

I have tried it on, and after the initial disappointment of not losing 4 dress sizes in an instant, my next thought was I don't think it would be a good idea to need a wee desperately whilst wearing it!

AmazingDisgrace · 31/05/2012 10:48

I got the secret support camisole top and the light control shorts type knickers. The knickers are great, really comfy and do what they're meant to.

The camisole is a huge disappointment. The quality isn't great: the stitching across the front top bit is making that seam twist also its cut really low around the armpit which makes the whole thing lose its support. This probably wouldn't be a problem for smaller bra sizes but for the large of nork results in a bit of unsightly overhang.

Solo · 31/05/2012 11:00

my size is still out of stock!

CJCregg · 31/05/2012 15:50

I couldn't find what I wanted online as it was all out of stock. Went to a store today and bought the Waist Cincher - in white, as they didn't have any other colours, and the

Light control high rise shorts - you get two pairs in a pack, and they actually look nice and almost like 'normal' pants iykwim.

Will try them tomorrow.

KatieScarlett2833 · 31/05/2012 16:32

My order has arrived and the waist cincing bandeau body looks gorgeous. I also has a little bit of padding for my tiny norks.

Also have the 2 pair pack of firm control shapewear pants, they look like normal knickers.

Will be wearing from tomorrow onwards... happy so far.

Katz · 01/06/2012 07:54

mine arrived.

Waist Cincher Knickers -these are great, a bit of a wrestle to get into but once on give a lovely smooth finish

Vest top - again a bit of a struggle to put on but great, i love that this looks like a normal vest.

Floral Lace Body - really nice and doesn't squash norks at all but i'm going to wear a bra underneath

SuePBlovesaDiamondJubilee · 01/06/2012 08:26

I have nothing written on my card or giftcard to indicate how much is on it. Should I assume £35?

IShallWearMidnight · 01/06/2012 08:29

I have my gift card, but due to being ill, and going on holiday tomorrow I won't be able to go into a M&S and try anything on till after half term. Will be able to contribute once we get back.