Primark

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I watched a programme last night about Primark taking over the High st etc with various contributions from fashion editors from vogue and grazia.I know it is the darling of the fashion set but what are the best buys there?I have bought the odd thing for ds but am going to have a look for myself this morning TIA

it depends really, you just have to trawl through the racks and buy things that you have seen similar in other shops, e.g the military jackets etc.

the quality isn't great, but i think the appeal of primark is that it is high fashion that doesn't need to last for ages as it will be out of fashion anyway.

socks & children's basics

Apparantly the children's trousers have adjusters inside them (a bit like maternity wear), which is useful.

Children's tights, vests and pants - many character ones in there at reduced prices. And PJs too.

I always forget to go to ours as it is the far side of town.

I like their pajamas and dressing gowns (for me)and they have great sleepover kits with pajamas, knickers, socks and toothbrush for kids. Great value. Also have a great range of slippers and slipper socks this year.

Accessories - beads, bangles, belts etc. So cheap you can buy lots in all different colours.

Go early before it gets busy!
I am going tomorrow as DD wants a coat!!
Everything is good value and as fashions change it doesnt have to last forever.

Am off shopping at 10 so thanks.What about ladies clothes?Eg presents for my sister and brother?

I got a gorgeous shrug with sequins/beading around the edge. They were flying off the shelves, they've got loads of gorgeous little tops that look great with jeans and they have the must have skinny jeans, oh and victorian style blouses too.

I want one near me!! I DO, I DO!

Ok, I'll go and sit on the naughty step.

That programme was really interesting last night, first time I have felt compelled to watch The Money Programme!!!

I have bought undies from there before, considering you are meant to get new bras every few months it works out good value to buy cheap ones and bin them. The military jacket and waistcoat were featured on the programme last night as good buys. I got a really nice green suede effect handbag there in the summer for £8 but I must admit I do feel a bit guilty and often wonder about their fairtrade policies etc.

went to Primark today and bought :
A coat for DD she is in ladys sizes
Trousers for DS1 (mens)
Trousers for ds2
Shirt for DS2
Vest top for DD
Scarf for DD
Top for me..cardi with fir collar
skirt for me
bracelet
and 3 pairs of baby socks
how much?
Go on have a guess!

£45???

huh.. I feel bad now!!

why???

it was more than that!!!!

just read it again.... £65????

£30-£35

Bought a sweater for dh that looks like a Boden number for less than £10. Very nice dark charcoal wool with a zip neck.

I bought a green zip-up top recently which cost about £6 - wore it to work on Friday (dress-down day) and was told I looked "glamorous"

I got a lovely pair of black velvet victorian style boots for xmas parties for 15 and got ds jeans for a fiver Bargains and the boots look great with skinny jeans and sparkly top

noddy seen those boots
they are lovely
was going to get them but have a pair from kays catalogue that cost £30 last year
there was no difference in them
they liik nice under gypsy skirts too

It is sooo cheap and if you rummage there are some better quality bits.I shall be going there more I think especially for fashion stuff otherwise I shop in Gap and car boot sales for everythong else

Well my little lot was £47 something!
I thought that was really good.
I was well pleased expected to pay about £20 for DD a coat

£12 for dd's fur lined suede boots and £3 for lovely fishtail skirt.

At 12 y.o. stuff doesn't get worn out, and quickly goes out of fashion, so quality is not so important.

Struggle with going when busy though - too many people turning everything upside down!!!