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Congrats, you finally made it past January payday!
After what felt like months waiting for that paycheck to land, you may have a long list of things you’ve been desperate to buy. But before you go wild, we’re here to make sure you’re shopping smart.
That’s exactly why we’ll be heading straight to Matalan. The high-street store is known for its bargain prices and stylish picks, with loads of fashion and homeware pieces that look much more expensive than they really are.
There are affordable picks across everything from fitness gear for working up a sweat in style – seriously, you don’t want to miss out on Matalan’s new and super chic Souluxe collection – or a new set of bedding to give your bedroom a refresh without breaking the bank.
While we’ve just about managed to resist adding absolutely everything to our shopping basket, we thought it’d be much more helpful to cherry-pick our favourite items in our guide below.
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Whether you’re looking to spruce up your living space or add some new bits to your winter wardrobe, we’ve got you covered. Matalan is also offering free delivery when you spend over £19.99, when you enter the code DELIVERY at checkout.
Prices start from as low as £2.50, so we guarantee you’ll find something to treat yourself to, and still have plenty of your paycheck left over at the end.
Our Matalan top picks:
Pink Disco Cherry Wall Art
Brighten up your space with a fun wall print like these disco cherries. Colourful and low-cost, it’s the fastest way to make your home feel brand new.
We guarantee you’ll be getting plenty of compliments from your flatmates, friends and family.
Souluxe Cream Padded Gilet
We’re heading into that weird weather phase where it’s too warm to need a giant puffer coat but not warm enough to ditch an outer layer completely.
This gilet is the perfect compromise. Throw it over gymwear or jeans for staying warm on your way to workout or in line for your local coffee shop.
Green Wide Stripe Pleated Duvet Set
You could spend a fortune on a new duvet set, but why bother when you can pick up this green striped design for less than £25?
Looking for more expensive than it is, this bedding set is sure to add a pop of colour and fun to your bedroom.
Navy Foldover Flare Leggings
Ditch that old pair of tired leggings that are bobbling and losing elasticity, and treat yourself to this bargain pair. Available in sizes 6 to 22, they’re soft, stretchy and supportive in all the right places.
Black Confetti Pomegranate & Patchouli Large Candle
Trust us, you’ll never find a XL candle that looks and smells this good for this cheap. Soho Home, eat your heart out.
Cream Heart Button Pyjama Set
Snap up a new pair of pjs and get out of your January rut. Long-sleeve and perfect for lounging around the house, these pyjamas come in all sizes between XS and XL.
Chocolate Brown Weave Tote Bag
This bag is a great, affordable dupe of Bottega Veneta’s woven tote (that costs over £3,000, btw), ideal as a new work bag to make commuting to the office a little more stylish.
Animal Print Midaxi T-Shirt Dress
Ganni fans will love this Animal Print Midaxi T-Shirt Dress. Leopard print is going nowhere, and this t-shirt dress can be worn for almost every occasion.
Buttermilk Half Zip Co Ord Sweatshirt
Have you ever seen a sweatshirt as chic as this? We’re obsessed. Find it in sizes XS to XL, complete with a funnel neckline, subtle chest embroidery and ribbed cuffs.
Urban Woven Drawers
If you’re running out of storage space but can’t afford a whole new collection of furniture, these vertical drawers do the job – and look great.
Fill them up with your bedding, towels, beauty products or cleaning essentials.
Yep, we’ll take the lot.
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