astrid Posted December 10, 2008 Posted December 10, 2008 A nice little story for you all. Last weekend, I had reason to venture into my local Lidl store as there was a one off sale on something I needed. Anyway, I entered the store and it was bleak. No music, no atmosphere, all I could see was shelves of badly packed goods, all I could hear was the squeak of trolley wheels and the clank of a ladies high heels, actually!!. I started making my way through the shop looking for the sale items. Unfortunately, others had gotten there before me and it was all gone. Anyway, I made my way towards the exit and suddenly amongst a shelf of potted plants, yes, potted plants, I noticed boxes containing womens boots. I wandered over and had a look and took an immediate fancy to a pair. I searched through and they had them in my size. Anyway, I looked at the price and they were €22 so I decided to buy them. After opening the box and checking that each boot was the correct size, I sauntered up the checkout and paid for them...... and a bar of chocolate. On arriving home, I slipped on the boots and instantly fell in love with them. They fit me perfectly, the heels are about 2.5"-3" which is perfect for me. I hope to post a picture of them at the weekend. A great little find! PS: I know that some of you wont know what Lidl is but its a weekly shopping store that is cheaper than all the rest due to the quality of produce.
Puffer Posted December 14, 2008 Posted December 14, 2008 A nice little story for you all. Last weekend, I had reason to venture into my local Lidl store as there was a one off sale on something I needed. PS: I know that some of you wont know what Lidl is but its a weekly shopping store that is cheaper than all the rest due to the quality of produce. You sound as though you are saying that Lidl products are of poor quality and therefore cheap. As far as the food is concerned, I find almost everything of good quality and certainly keenly priced; I've shopped there regularly for years. They even sell a whole Canadian lobster at £4.99 and other seasonal delicacies! And the 'home and wear' stuff is usually good quality and value too (e.g. tools, of which I have a number) - but popular items sell out quickly. The same is true of it's rival, Aldi. Forget Waitrose and its generally over-priced products, good though they may be. No shoes or boots of note in Lidl in England recently; just the rather continental-style slippers and sandals, although they are certainly fit for purpose.
Stilettoscot Posted December 16, 2008 Posted December 16, 2008 Love it when you find unexpected bargains on sweet shoes/boots! Walking in ultra-highs because it's exciting...and it is!!
roniheels Posted December 16, 2008 Posted December 16, 2008 Congratulations on your find. I hope the fit well and you have fun wearing them.
herkepille Posted December 18, 2008 Posted December 18, 2008 maybe you could post some pisc of them PLS
Dr. Shoe Posted December 19, 2008 Posted December 19, 2008 Actually, I agree with Puffer Lidl is great. They do a great range of make-up which is of good quality (though not the latest colours) and the food is as good as you'lll find anywhere. The only downside is is the range and the choice of merchandise is very basic and tend to concentrate on the staples. Having said that they sell the best value extra virgin olive oil you're likely to find. Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects.
astrid Posted December 19, 2008 Author Posted December 19, 2008 Sorry, I didnt mean to look down on Lidl guys. Some great stuff in there but its generally not your mainstream brands here. Thats what I meant. I hope to post a pic this weekend. Unfortunately, all things xmasy keep on getting in the way.
Puffer Posted December 19, 2008 Posted December 19, 2008 Sorry, I didnt mean to look down on Lidl guys. Some great stuff in there but its generally not your mainstream brands here. Thats what I meant. ... No offence taken, Astrid! I'm going to Lidl tomorrow to stock up on Christmas pud and stollen cake - wish they were available all year round!
Dr. Shoe Posted December 20, 2008 Posted December 20, 2008 Indeed, I like the Pannetone too, and they do a wonderful range of gingerbread and moulded chocolate too... Graduate footwear designer able to advise and assist on modification and shoe making projects.
Puffer Posted December 20, 2008 Posted December 20, 2008 Puffer to Dr Shoe (dressed as Tara), on meeting in Lidl: 'Your sweet, sir ... er, I mean madam. Dr Shoe: 'You're not so bad yourself'. [Oh well, I must get back to writing the cracker jokes]
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