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Emily Sergeant - 20th September 2021
Shoppers are rushing to their nearest Primark branch in the hopes of snapping up a popular winter accessory as temperatures drop.
Now that autumn is right around the corner and the chilly weather will be here before we know it, Primark seems to have started re-stocking one its most sought-after winter warmers once again this year and money-savvy shoppers are really keen to get their hands on it.
The hoodie and blanket crossover – known as a ‘snuddie’ – flew off the shelves last year.
If you’re unfamiliar with the concept of a ‘snuddie’, then it’s basically an oversized hoodie that’s made out of a fluffy, teddy bear-style blanket material.
It comes in two colours – a light grey, and a pale pink.
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Described simply by the discount retailer as “comfy and cosy”, Primark fans were quick to recognise that it’s a copy of the popular ‘oodie‘ which sets you back a whopping £84, and this is why people are so keen to grab this bargain version at just £14.
Those lucky enough to have bought a ‘snuddie’ last year have given it rave reviews, adding that it’s like “walking around with your duvet on your back”.
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A post showcasing the ‘snuddie’ on the ever-popular Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK page on Facebook this past week proved a hit, racking up thousands of interactions and an impressive 18,000 comments by eager shoppers.
Fancy stocking up ready for winter then?
You can find the opening times of your nearest Primark here.
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Section of the 2025 Manchester Marathon to be named after Jamie Laing following ultra fundraiser Danny Jones 
Comic Relief has a new hero and after his ultra-distance and ultra-hard fundraising feats, Jamie Laing looks set to have part of the 2025 Manchester Marathon named after him.
He’s come a long way from the days of McVitie’s fortune and Made in Chelsea moments.
The English TV personality turned presenter, podcaster and businessman embarked on an unbelievable ultra marathon challenge earlier this week, setting himself the task of running a total of 150 miles for Comic Relief. With no training…
Making his way from London all the way to Manchester and in Salford Quays, specifically, where the BBC coverage team and thousands of spectators met him with rapturous applause, he completed the unbelievable distance and was in tears at the finish. Here’s the moment he did it:
Full of emotion after not only having smashed the five ultra marathons in five days – who had never run anywhere near this distance before in his life – but after raising nearly £3 million for the cause and counting, there were hugs and plenty of tears all-round.
Laing described the experience as “the most beautiful thing I’ve ever experienced in my entire life” and said that a big part of the journey was battling through and drawing attention to the issues surrounding mental health, admitting: “I have suffered, and I do suffer, and that’s OK.”
We had very little connection to the Oxford-born celebrity prior to this (beyond a love for his great-great-grandad’s biscuits baked just down the road in Stockport), but now we have huge respect for him and would make him an honorary Manc if we could.
Now, while we don’t have that power at present, we’ll have to settle for the next best thing, which comes courtesy of the Adidas Manchester Marathon.
With Laing having officially completed his consecutive ultra marathon challenge, the organisers are now preparing to name a section of this year’s route through Greater Manchester in his honour.
Come on, how cool is that?
While the exact details are still yet to be confirmed, Mancs taking on the biggest run of the year will run through ‘Laing Lane’ or ‘Jamie’s Junction’ when the Marathon rolls around on Sunday, 27 April.
The event team are still waiting to verify which portion of the 2025 route the 36-year-old, having passed through the likes of Stockport, Chorlton and other areas on his way to 0161, but there’s no question about what needs to happen – it’s just the name we need to settle on.
Andrew Smith, CEO of A.S.O. (Amaury Sport Organisation) UK, the country’s leading mass participation events company, said of the achievement: “Jamie’s challenge is nothing short of heroic – five ultramarathons in five days is no easy feat!
“Not only has he crossed the finish line, but he’s also raised an incredible £2.7 million for Comic Relief. If he did pass through our 2025 route, we’ll be proud to name that stretch after him – a lasting tribute to his endurance, energy, and impact.”
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We’re just over a month away from the 2025 race, the fourth-largest in all of Europe, and with a couple of members of The Manc team taking it on again this year, we for one cannot wait.
A new finish line has already been announced for this year’s route and while we can’t tell you exactly which part of the Manchester Marathon will be named after Jamie Laing just yet, we promise to give it an extra pump when we pass through wherever it is.
It’s also worth reminding that you can still donate to his incredible Red Nose Day fundraiser right HERE.
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Huge queues expected in Manchester as £110 tram-inspired trainers go on sale Danny Jones
Manchester is preparing for huge queues of ‘sneakerheads’ to descend upon the city centre as a local fashion label Drama Call is set to release a limited run of limited edition tram-inspired trainers in partnership with Adidas.
The UK fashion scene continues to ‘Head North’.
Yes, that is the name given to this exciting new collaboration between streetwear brand Drama Call, who have gone viral on numerous occasions with their exclusive drops, and one of the most iconic names in sports apparel on the planet.
In truth, these shoes would have been snapped up in an instant regardless, but there’s something about a Manchester designer teaming up with a global clothing brand to create a product so distinctly like Manc like a pair of trainers inspired by our tram network that just tickles our fancy.
You’re looking at Adidas’ Superstar II model the ‘Drama’ edition: a creative twist on an old-school classic design inspired not only by Drama Call’s growing streetwear aesthetic but, more specifically, a retro look at Manchester’s Metrolink trams.
The Superstar II ‘Drama’ features teal accents that pay homage to the city’s classic tram design – long before the yellow of the modern era, let alone the Bee Network, and is the follow-up to their previous crossover shirt with both Adidas and Manchester United.
For this first release in what is set to be a multi-drop collab collection, you can see Drama’sunmistakable star-shaped logo reimagined on theOriginals mainstay shell-toe, as well as an updated heel tab, tongue, sole and a silver hangtag
There are even nods to the insignia in the small star-shaped slits found between thetrademark three stripes which help with breathability.
You can see these features up close and in greater detail down below:
Speaking on their latest crossover, Adidas said: “This partnership betweenadidasOriginals andDramaCalldemonstrates the true power of collaboration.
Born from our shared love and deep-rooted heritage within British culture, the Superstar II ‘Drama’ expertly blends the best ofDramaCallwith an icon ofadidasOriginals design, adding even more stars to our shell-toe for 2025.”
As for Drama Call founder, Charlie Bows, he added: “We can’t wait for people to Head North and get their hands on the Superstar II ‘Drama’, a shoe that combinesDramaCall’s Mancunian roots with an iconicadidasOriginals silhouette.
“We wanted to do our city justice and pay homage to the place that has grown and sculpted us, so we placed the map of Manchester on the under-sole of the shoe, allowing your feet to always be rooted in the city.
“We decided to completely re-create the shoe box to look like the old tram we would get on as kids growing up in Manchester, representing a simpler and easier time. The graffiti artwork on the side of the shoe was done by a close friend of mine who I grew up skating with, to really bring it round full circle.”
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Like what you see? Well, you’ll have to have a fair bit of luck on your side if you want to get your hands on them as we don’t even know how many shoes are up for grabs.
A limited run of the Superstar II ‘Drama’ will be available exclusively on Saturday, 22 March at Adidas Originals andDramaCall’s‘Head North’pop-up which will be located just a short walk from Manchester’s Piccadilly Station.
These tram-inspired trainers will be available for £110.00 a pair, from 65 Ducie Street from around 1pm. They’re not the only thing up for grabs either (see down below).
Given that hordes of fans line up to try and get their hands on the latest Drama Call release whenever a new piece is about to drop, you can expect so serious queues around Piccadilly and a few viral videos capturing the chaos, we’re sure.
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