Boden’s latest catalogue

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The new Boden mini catalogue previewing some the autumn range hit my doormat this morning. I can’t decide if they are fighting for survival or trying to shake off unprofitable plebs like me who only buys the odd thing, but the pricing is bonkers. £95 for a merino jumper? £110 for the Eva midi dress (jersey). #nothankyou Johnny.

The pricing is insane, isn't it? I like most of their stuff (perhaps not the overly patterned things) but refuse to pay the non-sale prices.

I've been a Boden customer for over 20 years. I wish they had more realistic prices rather than inflating them and then having codes for money off. I wonder if anyone ever pays the listed price? I also really disagree with their practice of offering certain professions 25% off. It isn't fair on those of us who also work incredibly hard but don't get the discount .

Yep I got it today too. Boden need to realise there are other companies doing similar clothes of similar quality for lower prices. There’s a few nice bits in there but simply not worth the money!

They're compensating for the fact that no-one buys anything full price ever. But even with a decent discount, the process are still very high note - they used to be pricey but worth it, not so much now.

I think they jumped the shark quite a while ago with their ‘fun’ patterns on clothing for adults. I do like some of their kids’ stuff but I’d never pay full price for it (even Indulgent Grandma doesn’t...).

They donate money to the Tories, I found out recently, so I will not be buying anything off them ever again.

@Mistlewoeandwhine

They donate money to the Tories, I found out recently, so I will not be buying anything off them ever again.

Crikey - just did a quick search and came across this (long) list. Not that I'm condoning it, but Boden/Julian have donated a drop in the ocean compared to many. Where do you even start?

evolvepolitics.com/stopfundingthetories-here-are-36-companies-youll-want-to-avoid-if-you-dont-want-to-unwittingly-fund-the-tories/

www.theguardian.com/politics/ng-interactive/2015/apr/01/tory-100-industry-captains-party-donors-tax-avoiders

voxpoliticalonline.com/2020/08/16/the-list-of-tory-donors-to-boycott-is-growing-if-you-really-want-to-beat-them-starve-them-of-cash/

@Mistlewoeandwhine

They donate money to the Tories, I found out recently, so I will not be buying anything off them ever again.

Blood hell I didn’t know that! Right that’s it now, no more Boden in this house.

I think it is good quality and the garments last well.

Mediocre quality, inflated prices. I'm glad they have stopped sending me catalogues now (outside target age range), although 10 years ago I probably bought quite a bit from them 😅.

I've found the children's clothes to be good quality. Most of my children's clothing was Boden when they were younger. The quality was excellent and I've managed to sell it for a good price on eBay. I've had lots of clothes for myself but I've had to return a lot of their knitwear due to pilling. Their customer service has been excellent though.

I haven't had anything from them that was of mediocre quality. Everything has been well made and made with good quality fabric.
When I've decided to sell it, it usually has a decent resale value.

I also like M&S and many other British brands that make quality clothes that last.

I buy a lot of basics from boden for my 4 year old.
The knickers are amazing.
The t shirts and leggings wash well and don’t mean I have to buy 5-6 to allow for ridiculous shrinking after first wash.
The clothes can be washed again and again and still look great.
The socks though - no. Joules bamboo win over boden every time.
Cardigans again worth the money.
I usually purchase with a promo code though.

Also finding Biden prices yikes inducing!

I'd be interested in recommendations for similar but cheaper brands?!

Agree not sure about buying anything at the prices in the current catalogue. I'm starting a new job and wouldn't mind a couple of day dresses but might just look on thrift+ or ebay for a preloved one instead!

Agree their prices are silly, but I like the quality and so will no doubt buy a few dresses. Though I have to say my Monsoon dresses are much cheaper and the same quality

Which professions get 25% off?

I bought a sweatshirt from Boden in the Spring. Nice colours and pattern, but genuinely it felt no better quality than my DD's sweatshirts from H&M which are a quarter of the price.

Yes they have gone crazy with prices. Feel like they are trying to go out of the price range of the ‘ordinary’. I do love their customer service though, it’s always fantastic.

@HopeClearwater

Which professions get 25% off?

I wondered that too

@HopeClearwater

Which professions get 25% off?

If you’re in the NHS, sign up for health service discounts. Currently 25% off full price order over £30.

Eta: well it says keyworker.

I like their Richmond trousers but wouldn't pay £70 for them. M&S Mias are similar quality at half or less the price.

And just remembered that the fluff from the inside of the sweatshirt shed all over the place too. Not what you expect at £60 a pop!

Never bought boden as put off by the prices and have been covertously looking at the catalogues for 10 years!

What brands would say are similar?