I’m a child benefit mum and love spending my cash on Primark hauls – I can buy a whole wardrobe of clothes in one shop
A MUM has revealed how she manages to get her child an entire new wardrobe with her monthly Universal Credit budget.
Jessica took to her TikTok page to share her shopping haul which included several tracksuits, pyjamas, bodysuits and jumpers.
The mum, who is known as ‘jessicaandvinnie’ on social media, managed to bag the bargain shop whilst at her local Primark.
She captioned the video: “Primark really stepped the game up this month.”
Jessica, who was buying clothes in sizes 18-24 months, started off by showing black combat trousers she bought for £8.
The mum-of-two then showed the camera an off white tracksuit, and lime green tracksuit, both for £6.
She also managed to get her hands on a beige fleece tracksuit, and maroon tracksuit, both for £7.
Next came grey and black tracksuit bottoms, for £4, a cream dressing gown and pyjama set in a teddy bear theme for £13, and a star fleece onesie, for £6.
Jessica’s haul also included a striped knitted jumper, and a pack of bodysuits, and a pack of sleepsuits.
The video of her haul gained a lot of attraction as thousands of people ‘liked’ it.
Others rushed to the comments section to share their thoughts.
Many commented on how much money she receives in benefits.
Commenting on the topic of Universal Credit, one wrote: “I only get £25 weekly child benefit.”
To which another TikTok user replied: “It would be £100 a month rather than £25 a week.”
The original commenter then added: “Ah okay thanks hun, I don’t get a lot of money to survive on alone so I’m sticking to having it weekly lol.”
But Jessica came into the comments section and clarified: “I get £180 but I have two children.”
Other TikTok users complemented Jessica on her parenting.
One wrote: “As a mum it is nice to see another mum spend her money on her child! I do this every month with her money.”
Another said: “We got that fleecy tracksuit too, unreal!”
A third commented: “You’ve picked up some proper cute bits there.”
And a fourth added: “Such nice bits.”
Primark's best buys for Autumn
Heading into Primark soon? Keep an eye out for these items.
Here, Fabulous fashion editor Clemmie Fieldsend reveals her top 6 buys from Primark this Autumn.
Coat, £60
I know what you’re thinking, ‘£60 for Primark?’ Yes it’s a higher price tag than we’re used to from Primark but its worth every penny.
It’s from their Edit range which is more premium than the rest of their collection and it’s made to last.
It’s a mixed wool blend which is durable and warm, plus its a timeless straight silhouette which is slightly oversized and will last you not only this season but for many after.
Bag, £16
Big bags are back… In a big way, finally.
This tote screams luxury with its croc effect and burnt orange colour, plus its great for shoving in your laptop, lunch, spare shoes, purse – essentially everything you need for the day – all for £16.
Jacket, £32
Field jackets are on the backs of celebrities and catwalk models this season with designer brands Barbour, Burberry and Bottega all championing the utilitarian look.
They’re great for chucking over jeans or contrasting with a floral or floaty dress and are the perfect transitional jacket.
Dress, £18,
You may have seen, heard and read that leopard print isn’t going anywhere for autumn, so to encapsulate the trend this dress is a must.
Sleeves? Check. Midi length? Check. Ultra flattering square neck? Check. It’s got it all.
Pair with black knee high boots or your favourite trainers for the day and dress up with gold heels and accessories for the evening.
Jeans, £16
Barrel, balloon, horseshoe – whatever you want to call them, they are the must have trouser shape of this season.
I’ve tried Primarks pair and they fit like a dream, are comfortable and flattering.
So if you think you have nothing that hits the trend mark, swapping your go-to denim for this shape will bring you bang up to date.
Boots, £24
It’s boot season and instead of feeling like you need to buy one in every colour, length, height – its best to stick to a pair that you can wear with the majority of your wardrobe.
My jaw almost hit the floor when I saw that this black, knee-high, block heel with flat point and side zip (so there’s no tug of war to get them off at the end of the day) was only £24.
If you buy one thing this season, it should be these.