I worked in Primark and the customers were gross – my biggest warning for anyone who buys clothes from the store
THERE’S a lot more to Primark than cheap pyjamas as one former employee has revealed.
The ex-worker was part of the Braehead, Renfrewshire branch in Scotland and explained exclusively to Fabulous what went on at the retail giant.
She also gave some crucial advice for shoppers.
The old Primark employee spoke about product waste: “Not a lot got binned believe it or not.
“Unless it's severely damaged or soiled then they just put it back on the rack.”
Ever gone to the changing rooms and noticed foundation marks around the collar of a top or dress?
Well, as for what happens to that item of clothing, the insider said: “All the makeup-covered clothes would be on the rail.
“Most of the stuff on the rails is absolutely gross and could be worn by the most sweaty, disgusting people,” they added.
“Most of the time way more than five people have tried on an item.”
Their recommendation? ”Always wash stuff when you get it home before wearing.”
When it comes to finding an item of clothing you love, but they don’t have it in your size, some stores will order the item for you.
Caitlin Sinnett explained: “We can order things in but we probably won't tell you that because we can't be a***d doing so.
“The same goes for calling other shops for stocks or sizes, we can but probably won't offer it.
“Don’t ask where something is because we probably won't know because the stock gets moved around every day to two days so we know as much as you.”
Caitlin also revealed the lengths some shoppers will go to for a bargain.
She said: "If you want to buy an item but find that it's damaged, then you can take it to the till and say it to the person that's serving you.
"And they will get their supervisor or manager over who will take money off it.
"You get it at a discounted price."
5 Things You Didn't Know About Primark
Whether you’re a regular Primark shopper, a super fan, or perhaps, you’ve only just discovered the store, you’ll be surprised by some of the brands fascinating facts and figures...
1. The first store
The first ever store opened in Dublin in 1969, on Mary Street, and it’s still open to this day, 50 years later!
2. Primark or Penneys?
In the early days the brand was called Penneys, and we still are, but only In Ireland! Everywhere else, they're known as Primark.
3. Primark around the world
Did you know there are a whopping 373 stores (and counting!) across 12 countries, including the US!
4. Correct way to say Primark
Despite many a debate, the correct way to pronounce Primark is Pr-EYE-Mark, though we’ll accept Pree-mark if you really must, along with Primarni, of course…
5. The Infamous Chip Mug
Primark created a storm in a teacup (literally) when it released the Beauty and the Beast Chip Mug. It hit the shelves in 2017 and sold out in every store, in every country, within just an hour of opening. They sold a total of 36,000 Chip Mugs in just one day!