My review of Primark
Primark doesn’t have a particularly good reputation, but there’s no denying that it’s cheap. I try not to shop there if I can avoid it – mainly because I don’t think the clothes will last very long. It’s better to spend a few more pounds on something that will last a while. I don’t buy designer clothes though, even if I had the money it’s not something that I’m interested in.
Primark Good Points
The main advantage to shopping at Primark is that you know the clothes aren’t going to be found for cheaper anyone else. If you need some new socks, or if you want some cheap clothes to wear around the house then it’s perfect. The selection of clothes is also quite good, with both men’s and women’s section, a child’s section and even a section for suits (you can buy a whole suit for £40 – not that I recommend doing so). Primark is also convenient – there are usually a large number of people serving at the tills, and they are quick and efficient. As long as you don’t go on a Saturday afternoon, the store won’t be THAT busy either.
Primark Bad Points
Whenever I’ve bought something from Primark it’s shrunk horribly after a single wash. Usually, the clothes lose their shape almost immediately. For wearing around the house this isn’t a problem, but if you want to buy clothes that look good it can be a nightmare. The selection also isn’t that great, and I would guess that most of the clothes aren’t what you’d call “fashionable”.
If you go on a busy day, Primark can be a nightmare. There will be hundreds of people battling through the narrowly spaced aisles, trying desperately to find clothing that suits them/comes in their size. I hate shopping for clothes at the best of times, so I avoid Primark like the plague when it’s like this!
There are also issues with Primark and fair trade. There are all sorts of rumours about where the clothing comes from, although I have to admit that I haven’t read about this too closely. If you want to make sure that the workers who make the clothes are treated fairly though, then it’s a good idea to read about the company’s history.