15 Things That Always Happen When You Shop At Primark

Brace yourself, America. Primark is coming.

If you're a sucker for sales, Primark will no doubt be top of the to-do list when it comes to shopping sprees. It's the ultimate bargain wonderland for young men and woman in the UK, some parts of continental Europe and soon even the US. The store allows all walks of life to shop on a budget, while still slathering themselves in the"what's hot".

With great discounts, though, comes an even greater price. Primark offers trendy looks for low prices, but the actual act of shopping in the store can be nightmare-inducing. From navigating your way through mountains of clothing racks to waiting in the seemingly endless fitting room line, shopping at Primark is a time-consuming event that tends to take up your whole day.

Don't fool yourself into thinking you are the only one who is lured into the store's clutches by the inconceivably low prices. Everyone and their mother flocks to this store when on a shopping trip, and they're always hungry for a steal. Always prepare for blood, sweat and tears when taking the plunge into Primark: the ravenous shopping experience is relatively the same horror story each visit.

Behold, the 15 realms of Primania - the trials and tribulations any one who has walked under the big blue sign will relate to...

15. You Walk Through The Door With Downright Determination

Today is a day for excavating this store. You've cleared your diary, and a Primark archaeological dig is the only thing on your schedule today.

14. Ensue Mini Panic Attack Due To The Amount Of People In There

How can this many bodies fit in one store? It's 2pm on a Wednesday, for crying out loud. Don't any of you people work?

13. So You Escape To The Least Populated Area And Start Searching

Find the eye of the hurricane and just try to get as much personal space as you can. Sure, you're in the wrong gender section, but hey maybe you can find something that can pass as unisex. Beggars can't be choosers when it comes to a quiet moment at Primark.

12. Then Gawk At How Low The Prices Are And Question Them

There has to be a catch to this, right? Oh yes, the sheer stress endured on this trip will probably shave years off of your life, but at least you've obtained a cardigan for the same price as a Subway sandwich.

11. Within Minutes, You're Wincing In Pain Due To Clothing Hanger Overload

There are at least 10 hangers in one of your hands, and it is starting to cut off your circulation. It is time to upgrade to a pulley basket.

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Holland Baker is based in New York City, where she is an editor, writer and co-host of Whatever It Takes: A Degrassi Podcast. In her free time, you can find her searching for bodega cats, eating mass amounts of pizza and using humor as a defense mechanism.