Battling against Primark for the trophy of best budget retail store, Matalan has everything from clothing for the family to home ware. With 200 stores across the UK, mainly in out of town in retail parks, and several planned internationally, Matalan is a growing brand – and a fashion label that often features in the fashion blogging world. Matalan has a loyalty card which you have to sign up for before you shop there, but it does offer some great discounts and sale alerts. Matalan is the more calm, grown up version of Primark. Prices might be slightly higher, but you get a beautifully laid out store, great quality clothing and easy parking. Think of it as a more budget-friendly BHS. Abbey Clancy has been known to enjoy a Matalan splurge, and it appeals to the younger market too with X Factor winners Little Mix and 2010's runner up Cher wearing some of Matalans designs.