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A FASHION fan has stocked up on a range of brilliant buys from Primark – all of which are perfect for looking stylish in winter.
So if you need a new coat or a stylish pair of boots for the change in season, then you’ve come to the right place.
Rebecca Sudwarts, a fashionista who is five foot eight and in between a size 14 and 16, was lucky enough to get her hands on a range of must-have Autumn/Winter buys from Primark, including a pair of boots that are ‘so comfy and warm’.
Not only this, but she also nabbed jeans and jackets that are great for winter too.
So if you fancy treating yourself to some new clothes, but are on a budget and can’t afford to splash too much cash, then you’ll need to run down to Primark, and fast.
The curvy fashion fan, who is from the UK, took to social media to share her honest thoughts on her new Primark haul, leaving many very impressed.
Posting online, the ex Senior Fashion Buyer kicked off her haul and said: “I’m back with a great Primark haul. I’m so impressed with Primark’s footwear at the moment, you’re going to be so impressed with what’s in these bags.”
First things first, the content creator tried on a grey long-sleeved top and a pair of blue straight leg jeans, as she beamed: “This jersey body is £7 and it’s a really lovely, lightweight quality, you wouldn’t get too hot in it and it would be a perfect layer to wear under knitwear and coats.
“I’m such a fan of Primark jeans, these are £16. They’re 100% cotton, they’re really nice quality and they don’t feel too tight, you could wear them all day. I think they’re super flattering.”
She also showed a pair of new boots, as she added: “How cute are these boots? £22, a teddy borg.
“The insole is really sturdy, it’s padded and super warm and cosy.”
Following this, she tried on a £38 brown coat, as she continued: “I managed to get my hands on this coat – I love the colour.
“I really like how it falls open, but done up, it’s a nice shape.”
Rebecca also showed off a £21 knitted bomber jacket, as she explained: “I then saw this knitted bomber which I love.
“It does contain some wool, it’s a really nice quality, thick, it would keep you super warm in the winter.”
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The influencer was thrilled when she modelled a £19 cardigan, as she expressed: “This cardigan caught my eye, I love the brown and the grey colour combination.
“It’s got quite a premium handwriting for Primark. It layers perfectly over the jersey body.”
Autumn is upon us, and it's time to make some additions to our cosy wardrobes.
Here, Fabulous fashion editor Clemmie Fieldsend reveals her top 5 buys from Primark this Autumn.
The Edit Overcoat, £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.
Extra Large Croc Effect Shopper, £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.
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.
Square Neck Leopard Midi 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.
Barrel Denim 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.
She also nabbed a £36 faux suede bomber, which left her beaming: “It feels very, very heavy. It would keep you super warm, the quality inside is really nice.
“I think this is such an amazing coat for the price, I love the little buckle detail.
“It’s an incredible colour, a really good colour for the season.”
PRIMARK first opened in 1969 as Pennies in Dublin, hoping to provide affordable fashion in Ireland.
A Primark store officially opened as Primark in 1974 in Derby.
The retailer now has 193 stores across the UK and 441 stores worldwide with a goal of running 530 stores by the end of 2026.
And to finish off her haul, Rebecca tried on a pair of £18 boots, which she thought would be great for Ugg fans, as she shared: “I absolutely love these. They are fully fur lined.
“They have a padded insole, they feel so comfy and so warm.
“A really nice alternative to Ugg boots.”
The Instagram clip, which was posted under the username @stylingwithrebecca, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as at the time of writing, it had quickly racked up 236,000 views.
But social media users were left divided by Rebecca’s clip, in particular by the Primark boots.
Love a Primark coat
Instagram user
Whilst many “loved” the jackets and cardigan, others weren’t keen on the footwear.
One person said: “I love the cardigan.”
A big fat no to the fluffy boot things
Instagram user
Another added: “Loving the jackets.”
A third commented: “Love a Primark coat.”
However, at the same time, one fashionista wrote: “Boots are awful.”
A second agreed: “I’m sorry it’s a big fat no to the fluffy boot things.”
Whilst someone else admitted: “I couldn’t watch the video cause I was too busy looking in horror at the boots.”
MEETING King Charles is a nerve-racking time for most big stars, many of whom practise their bows and curtseys long before.
But Lionel Richie, a close pal of our monarch, reveals the King likes to have a laugh with him every time they meet — including joking about one of the American superstar’s best-known songs.
“He comes into the room and he goes, ‘Hello . . . is it me you’re looking for?’,” Lionel says with a laugh, as we sit down for an exclusive chat.
“It’s always that one line he will come up with.
“He has a great sense of humour. A lot of people don’t know that part of him, but he is quite funny.”
Last year, Lionel, 75 — who is touring the UK in 2025 — was one of the star performers at The Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle to celebrate King Charles III taking the throne.
His voice filled with pride, Lionel says: “There are moments in your career when you go, ‘Let me pinch myself one more time’, and this was one.
“King Charles and I have known each other for a very long time, and the thing about it is, to see him go from a prince to a king is an exciting moment in my life — and certainly in his life.
“But to be in the crowd, to be a part of it, is the part that I thought was so amazing.
“Just to be a kid from Tuskegee, Alabama, and sitting in Westminster Abbey — it was quite a grand occasion and one I will never forget.”
When I ask if they are pen pals, as I assume Charles is not on WhatsApp like the rest of us, Lionel replies: “Well, the good news is that, yes, we communicate by writing.
“He is still a great writer. If I say something, he will respond in terms of a note.
“We have to consider I have been famous for most of my life, while he has been famous for all of his life. You are talking about such a responsibility.
“To see anyone still enjoying their life and being real . . . believe it or not, the King is a real person, he’s a real person and God bless him.”
It’s not surprising the King is a fan of Lionel, as the singer has shifted more than 125million records worldwide thanks to an epic back catalogue including megahits All Night Long and Hello.
But despite being over 40 years into his career, Lionel has no plans to slow down.
And he will hit the road again next summer as he kicks off the UK leg of his tour of Europe, starting on June 4 in Glasgow.
The Say Hello To The Hits gigs are part of his first arena tour here since 2016.
Lionel says: “I am using Mick Jagger as my example of when to come off stage.
“He doesn’t look like he is going off stage any time soon. So, as far as I am concerned, as long as I can get on stage, run the stage and then get off the stage by myself, I will be doing this for a long time.
“I have the Italian race car driver’s theory. What is behind me doesn’t count — it’s what is in front of me, what am I going to do next?
He has a great sense of humour. A lot of people don’t know that part of him, but he is quite funny
Lionel Richie
“I am nosy about what the future is going to be.
“As time goes on, you realise there’s movies and television and touring. I am constantly trying to think of the next thing. You have to plan and work on it.
“I lucked out with half the problem already because the songs and the catalogue survived the test of time.”
The man in front of me is practically Peter Pan — buzzing with energy and excitement about the future.
Lionel explains: “I am so excited about this tour. I have been touring since 1971. So if I don’t get out of the house, I don’t feel like I have had a full year.”
He adds of his age: “They start calling off this number and I’m like, ‘Who, me?’. I have always tried to hold on to the child inside.
“I have always been a believer in, ‘Don’t lose the child’. A lot of my friends couldn’t wait to grow up. I hear the number but it has nothing to do with my body.”
He jokes: “They keep saying ‘Happy Birthday’. If they say it to me one more time I’m going to have a nervous breakdown.”
While some artists barely half his age — including Miley Cyrus and Ariana Grande, both 31 — openly dislike touring the globe, Lionel cannot get enough of it.
He says: “I love life on the road. It is very difficult to tell people to get away from me when they start a conversation saying, ‘I love you’.
“I found that I am now a citizen of the world, so when I get to Sheffield or Birmingham or Manchester, people say to me, ‘Welcome home Lionel, I love you’.
“We are talking 40 or 50 years later. I don’t take it for granted for one moment.
“I still get the same buzz walking out on stage, if not better.
“When you first start out, you are kind of like, ‘Yeah, I got a hit record, this is going to be for ever’ — and then, as time goes on, you see where artists’ records don’t perform well and they don’t last long.
My hobby, the thing I did to chill out, is what I do for a living. I go out on stage and perform — that is everything to me
Lionel Richie
“Then here we are, 40 years later. It’s the same enthusiasm as when I had the record the first time. I lucked out in life. My hobby, the thing I did to chill out, is what I do for a living. I go out on stage and perform — that is everything to me.”
While he is not afraid to enjoy life, it is clear Lionel values his health and prioritises sleep and fitness over partying All Night Long.
A nice glass of red, for example, is more of a treat then a daily occurrence.
Lionel smiles and reveals: “The most important thing is sleep. The hardest word you will ever have to say in this business is, ‘Goodnight’.
“I had to learn that, way back, with The Commodores.
“There is always a party happening in every city and, if you are the lead singer, you can’t just plug in and perform.
“You can do that with your guitar or your drums, but the vocals all have to come from sleep, so I am the only one who is the party pooper.
“I’m the one who says, ‘OK guys, I’ve got to go. I will see you tomorrow’.
“If I can get eight hours’ sleep, I’m smoking. If I can get ten, I am singing like a bird.”
After I tell him I find it almost impossible to say no to a free party, Lionel adds: “I’m telling you, Jack, the hardest thing to say is ‘Goodnight’.
“You would be in that category. But once you walk out on stage and you can’t sing, you will change your tune — it will sober you up really quick.
“When we first started out, you are bulletproof. You can stay up all night, you can drink whatever you want — you can do anything.
“As time goes on, you realise how lucky you are that you didn’t destroy yourself in the younger years.
“A lot of people make bad habits and bad mistakes and, by the time they get to 30 or 40, they can’t perform any more.
“I am the protector of the body at this stage. I realise that there is only one name up on the marquee and it says ‘Lionel Richie’, so I have got to protect myself from myself.”
It’s clear from the outset that Lionel cannot wait to get back on the road and see his UK fans. But one thing he will not be trying out is our questionable public transport.
After I tell him I was almost late for our interview after being stuck on London’s Tube, he chuckles: “I haven’t been on the Tube in years.
“I did it one time in the last 50 years — I went over to the O2, but then I realised that I am like a postcard walking across the street.
“What is Lionel Richie doing on the Tube? Everyone has a camera. There used to be a time when all they wanted was an autograph and nobody would know you were there. Now everyone wants a photo.”
Refreshingly frank about a lifetime in the spotlight, he adds: “There is a period when you go, ‘Look at me, look at me, look at me’, and that’s when you don’t have any hit records.
“Then you finally have a hit record or two and you go, ‘Don’t look at me, don’t look at me’ — and then, as time goes on, you go, ‘Why aren’t you looking at me?’.
“The other thing that is happening now — forget the cameras, forget the phones — everyone now says, ‘Can I have a hug?’.”
My problem is that once I get to one pub, I am pretty much done on the first pub
Lionel Richie
He adds: “The biggest problem I’ve had travelling? Someone once said to me, ‘Let’s go to a pub’, and I’ve got to tell you, every time I go to a pub, they tell me what a great time we had.
“I don’t remember a damn thing. To this day, I still test myself here and I say, ‘Can we survive the pub one more time?’.”
Here is a topic I feel we can bond on, so I ask what he makes of the great British pub crawl — and then have to explain what it is.
Lionel laughs and says: “Let me tell you, that probably won’t happen. My problem is that once I get to one pub, I am pretty much done on the first pub.
“The word ‘crawl’ means I will sleep. I am out. I am going home.”
But by the end of our chat, the crooner seems to have warmed to the idea, adding: “Well, Jack, I hope to see you when the tour gets there. Somewhere between bar-crawling and otherwise.
“I hope maybe we don’t have to crawl, but we can grab a drink somewhere. That’s a deal, man.”