Shoppers 'run to B&M' eager to nab £14 buy that will keep you warm this winter – and here's exactly the aisle to find it
09/26/2024 02:36 AM
SHOPPERS are legging it to get to their nearest B&M store, desperate to get their hands on a cheap buy that's perfect for winter.
So if you're on a budget and don't want to rack up a huge heating bill, but can't think of anything worse than being cold, then you've come to the right place.
One B&M shopper from the UK was left thrilled when she spotted a £14 buy that will help you battle the cold on chilly days.
The blonde-haired beauty, who is from West Yorkshire, took to social media to show off her new purchase, leaving many open-mouthed.
The savvy shopper showed off her fabulous find – the sherpa lined fleece top – and advised: "Girlies RUN to B&M."
The brilliant half zip fleece is not only super stylish, but it's also great for those looking to embrace warmth and comfort on chilly nights.
It's the perfect solution for keeping the cold at bay during winter and even better, it's got pockets.
There's seven fleeces to choose from – plain black, cream and khaki, as well as four different designs – cream aztec, black and cream abstract, khaki animal print, natural leopard print.
So if you want to elevate your wardrobe this season, you won't want to miss this stunning fleece.
But if you're keen to buy yourself one, the influencer revealed exactly where to find them.
She explained: "They were in the Christmas aisle – where all the decor was, on one of the top shelves."
Sizes range from small to x-large, making these fleeces great for a variety of different body shapes.
Thrilled with her find, the B&M fan beamed: "It's so cosy."
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @cengland26, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 98,800 views.
Cheap gadgets to help you stay warm
MARTIN Lewis' MoneySavingExpert shared six gadgets that can help you keep the heating off but stay warm.
Heating “the human not the home” means you warm yourself instead of turning on the heating and heating the whole house.
This can save money on your heating bill and means you don’t have to sit in the cold.
- USB gloves – initial cost £10, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Heated insoles – initial cost £10, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- USB hand warmers – initial cost £15, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Electric gilet – initial cost £50 (including battery pack), cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Microwaveable wheat bag – initial cost £4, cost to run less than 1p per hours
- Reusable hand warmers – initial cost £5 for a pair, cost to run less than 1p per hour
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Social media users were gobsmacked by the affordable buy and were keen to share their thoughts in the comments.
One person said: "Way too stylish to be B&M."
I just ran there today and got it! I absolutely love it
TikTok user
Another added: "The way I'm going to run to B&M tomorrow."
A third commented: "This is lush."
5 ways to keep your house warm in winter
Property expert Joshua Houston shared his tips.
1. Curtains
“Windows are a common place for the outside cold to get into your home, this is because of small gaps that can let in air so always close your curtains as soon as it gets dark,” he said.
This simple method gives you an extra layer of warmth as it can provide a kind of “insulation” between your window and curtain.
2. Rugs
“Your floor is another area of your home where heat can be lost and can make your home feel chilly,” he continued. “You might notice on cold days, that your floor is not nice to walk on due to it freezing your feet.
“Add rugs to areas that don't already have a carpet, this provides a layer of insulation between your bare floor and the room above.”
3. Check your insulation
Check your pipes, loft space, crawlspaces and underneath floorboards.
“Loose-fill insulation is very good for this, and is a more affordable type of insulation, with a big bag being able to be picked up for around £30,” Joshua explained.
4. Keep your internal doors closed
“Household members often gather in one room in the evening, and this is usually either the kitchen or living room,” Joshua said.
“This means you only have to heat a small area of your home, and closing the doors keeps the heat in and the cold out.”
5. Block drafts
Don’t forget to check cat flaps, chimneys and letterboxes, as they can let in cold air if they aren’t secure.
Someone else penned: "I just ran there today and got it! I absolutely love it."
Meanwhile, one fashionista asked: "Are they oversized or do you need to size up?"
To this, the content creator replied and confirmed: "I went for the size medium which is a 12 – 14.
“I'm normally [size] small but wanted it oversized. I wouldn't say it's massively oversized."
