If you are a fan of Primark click and collect because it allows you to buy additional items at the till without queuing, this clever trick will change your shopping experience and save you money.
The Click and Collect Advantage
Click and collect has transformed shopping at Primark. For those who enjoy trying on multiple items and returning what does not fit, this service is a huge benefit. While not every product in store is available for online ordering, many popular items are, ensuring you can secure your size without searching through endless racks. It also lets you order two different sizes and return the one that does not fit, or grab several outfit options for a special event and decide in the changing room.
A Costly Mistake
During a recent visit to collect a polka dot co-ord and Miffy pyjamas, I made the mistake of walking through the shop and spotting an additional skirt I wanted. One of the best perks of click and collect is that you can buy extra items without queuing at the main till. So I took the skirt to the collection point, and the staff member asked if I needed a bag.
For those who have not visited Primark recently, you now have to pay for the iconic brown bag. It costs 15p for a basic one or £1 for a reusable bag that often ends up forgotten in a cupboard. I told the staff member I wanted a bag for the skirt, and that is when they shared a secret that left me amazed.
The Secret Revealed
The staff member explained that after offering to sell me a bag, they wanted to let me in on a little trick to save money. They said that once you open the click and collection bag, which looks like a plain brown bag with no handles, you will find handles inside. These handles can be used exactly like those on a purchased bag. I was astonished and tested it right there at the till. It worked perfectly.
This is a game-changer for me and many other shoppers. How many times have you struggled to carry a haul with both hands back to the car? Now you can use the hidden handles from your click and collect bag instead of buying a new one.
Will you try this method next time you visit Primark? Share your thoughts in the comments.
