In 2 weeks when I am finished up working and back to the dole queue it'll also be back to cheap as chips shopping. Generally speaking I'd rather have a wee cheap something than absolutely nothing at all and that's where Primark always comes in. It's cheap enough that I am happy to take my scissors to anything I buy from there without cringing in fear of ruining it. If I really like something I will reinforce the existing stitching so it lasts longer.
Looking at the latest Primark lookbook I have to admit there are some really nice pieces in there. Whilst I myself might not necessarily buy them I can see they have lots of potential for other people. But I do know for a fact that Queen Marie will be wanting to get her mitts on the black sequin parka.
I could be convinced to buy the printed dress as it's crying out for an oversized zip up the front, so DIY potential right there. Or buy it a size or two too large and make the skirt part more sculpted with the addition of well placed darts.
Queen Michelle
Images from Fab Sugar
ARRRgh! CRIMPED HAIR! I can't stand crimped hair, it upsets me very much. Still, I like those mad pointy shoulders on the print dress, and who doesn't need a sequinned parka? Not bad, indeed x
Posted by: Louise | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 15:11
If you hadn't said it was Primark, I would honestly never have guessed. I love the pointy shoulders too! Who would have thought it...Primark does Balmain!!!
Posted by: Sarah | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 15:34
Coveting the parka already! Sequins make me happy and I missed out on the Topshop sequined biker jacket... This one will be mine!!
xx
Posted by: shoptoomuch | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 15:36
i like the second to the last piece....
Posted by: Christina | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 16:35
I kind of like the dress on the bottom left... xx
Posted by: Kat George | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 16:58
I too, am dying over the sequin jacket.
Posted by: Isabel | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 17:21
Black sequin parka? Never thought I'd see those three words in succession ...
Posted by: Sal | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 17:26
Hi!
I came across your blog about the TS thigh high boots and I love how they look on you. I'm thinking of getting a pair but I'm not sure about what size to get. I wear 6 or 36 to 36.5 normally but I'd rather have the boots fit tight over the leg and thigh. What size do you normally wear and what size did you get for the boots.
Thanks in advance!
Posted by: natalie | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 17:45
Wow!! loving that sequin parka (debating whether to buy the purple sophia hulme one from revolve....but black would be sooo much better)
does anyone know if primark sells online, or when this jacket will be released?
Posted by: Bianka | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 18:09
I like the DIY zip up the front on the dress idea! you should do it.
Posted by: mosey | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 18:49
Call me weird Louise but I actually love crimped hair and have actually recently purchased a heavy duty crimper to produce candy floss hair!
Posted by: Natty | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 19:03
i literally just can't believe this is Primark. I'm going to get my hands on some of these!
xx
Posted by: tobaccoandleather | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 19:05
WOW, I can't believe this is Primark! I never would have guessed, I'm in shock! xoxo
Posted by: Christiangalinthecity | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 19:42
I need to stop by Primark when I'm in London again. Really surprising! Even though Topshop is in New York now, it's still a touch more expensive than I would like.
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Posted by: Amy Nguyen | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 19:47
Well, Natty, different strokes for different folks! And I very much approve of candyfloss...
Posted by: Louise | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 20:15
Not sure when these pieces are due in. I think with the Primark the key is to keep checking regularly. Hope everyone gets what they want!
Natalie I am a size 5 and that's what I bought and they fit me perfectly. They are loose on the leg but I have quite slim legs. They still look good loose though.
Posted by: Queen Michelle | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 20:34
Holy crap, I don't think I've ever been as chuffed to be in England as I am after seeing the new lookbook. Sequin parka? Awesome. I think I just ruined the man's game of football with all my WOWing (playstation game that is... my voice doesn't carry THAT far).
Posted by: Owl and the Grapes | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 20:37
as a fluffy haired girl, i just wanted to say i love her hair.
Posted by: SwanDiamondRose | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 20:38
Is that Primark??
We have ONE store in Holland in Rotterdam and I have been there yesterday. It wasn't much interesting, just some basic buys. But if those clothes are also in Rotterdam in a while I will go back for certain!!!
Posted by: msmojorising | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 22:00
I could hardly contain myself.
I had to find out when that parka was coming.
It will be in store end of September (Thank you Helen for the info!)
x
Posted by: Queen Marie | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 22:19
I might just have to ask my aunt to get me the parka for my birthday . . .
Posted by: KD | Tuesday, 14 July 2009 at 22:54
Sacre bleu! Primark? Really! Wonder what they're like close-up. Love the sequinned parka, dress, and pink top...Wonder if my sisters could track 'em down for me. :)
xx
Posted by: Brigadeiro | Wednesday, 15 July 2009 at 00:37
Ooooh the sequinned leggings look tempting, I hope I can find them in my local store. The dresses there never fit me, but the leggings are a dream.
Posted by: Kb | Wednesday, 15 July 2009 at 01:26
I love them all! Especially the fur coat.. luxe ;)
Posted by: Bahrain Fashion | Wednesday, 15 July 2009 at 04:11