It's a funny thing, I used to literally hate Topshop. Like
seriously, my best friend Lauren always shopped in there and I used to refuse
to go in because the place gave me such a headache, due to the fact that it
appeared to me that girls walked in there with an individualistic style and
walked out looking like clones. Obviously in the three years I ended up working
there I changed my mind slightly and it could be said that I became one of the
aforementioned clones. Since leaving I've reached some kind of happy medium
where I can shop in their from time to time but still have my former opinion
intact.
I used to have a similar opinion of H&M. Value retailers
really were not my thing. Now I know how that sounds but I don't mean it in a
snobby way, I meant it as in shopping is meant to be a fun activity, not
something you do just to end up having to root through piles of clothes on the
floor. I mean as a fashion student I respected both brands, but I never really
shopped in them. Now, having worked at H&M for the last 7 months I love the
place (yes I am one of those geeks who loves their jobs!) and in particular the
Trend Range. Take this shirt for example (part of the range), at £29.99 it's a
little pricier than the main line but, as with most things, you get what you
pay for and this piece is both more on trend and of a better fabric.
The two tone of the shirt fits in perfectly with one of the main
trends for the upcoming season and with the impetus of shirt wearers you can
guarantee you'll look better than all your friends. What’s better? The trend
range is only available in certain stores so you are a lot less likely to be
looking like one of the Topshop clones! What's not to love!!
