Shoes

Honestly, not that often — maybe two or three pairs a year, and usually only when my old ones are literally falling apart. I'm not really a shopaholic when it comes to footwear, so I tend to wear a pair into the ground before I even think about replacing it.

It's mostly a solid pair of trainers, to be honest, because I'm on my feet all day and I need something that won't leave me aching by the evening. That said, I'll always keep one smart pair of leather shoes tucked away for weddings or job interviews — the kind of occasion where flip-flops just won't cut it.

Comfort wins every single time for me — there's nothing worse than a stunning pair of shoes that leaves you hobbling around with blisters. I actually learned that the hard way with a pair I bought purely for the looks; they sat in my wardrobe gathering dust while my scruffy old trainers did all the work.

Yeah, quite a few times actually, mainly because it's so convenient and you can often snap up a bargain in the sales. The only real downside is the sizing lottery — half the time they don't fit quite right, so I've had to send a fair few pairs back, which can be a bit of a hassle.

Not really, if I'm honest — I'm not the type to splash out just for a logo on the side. I'd much rather find a lesser-known pair that's genuinely well-made and won't break the bank, although I'll admit that for running shoes I do lean towards the big names, simply because the quality tends to be worth the extra money.