BEING a mum with a tum that I hate to show off, I tend to stick to my faves when shopping for clothes. And one place I tend to avoid is Primark. Not because I don't like the clothes, but I have a preconception that it will be hit and miss when it comes to sizing.
But my work bestie Katy and I are on a mission to test the high street out for size - and see who comes out on top. And stepping out of my fashion comfort zone for the sake of our readers - who we know LOVE the bargain buys they get from Primark - we had to hit the store. I'm a 44-year-old size 10 while Katy is a self-confessed big-boobed size 18 and we are scouring the supermarkets, high streets and online stores to find gems that flatter both of our ages and shapes and to see if there really is something 'for everybody'.
So far we have put Sainsbury's Tu Clothing autumn collection to the test and walked away with some fantastic wardrobe staples including an £18 leopard print dress that suits any occasion. READ MORE IN FASHION Meanwhile, River Island impressed with their fall fashion - and we discovered the coat of the season . When it came to Primark the first thing on our minds was THAT viral jumper .
You know the one - super soft, fits everyone and is sold out everywhere. Including in out Scottish stores. So it wasn't meant to be - but we think we may just have discovered the next big thing in knitwear with this haul.
For a casual look we tried a pair of flared, dark blue jeans, priced at £20. Now I struggle wh.