Martin Lewis fans say they 'haven't used the heating' since buying £47 product that's now on sale

Schools are back, autumn is almost here and the cold weather will soon be upon us.

And with energy bills soaring right now, families are already planning on ways to keep warm without having to turn the heating on.

One thing that many parents are turning to, for themselves as well as their kids, is the Oodie.

Essentially an Oodie is a wearable blanket comprising an oversized hooded sweatshirt with a fleece interior and an equally oversized kangaroo pocket.

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They first became popular in 2020, when orders with the Australian company rose more by more than 200% from the UK, and with families struggling to pay their bills amid the cost of living crisis, demand for them is now at an all-time high.

On Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert website, one fan says she hasn't needed her heating since buying such clothing.

"Invested in an oversized hoodie blanket to snuggle up in, not used heating since," she said.

The official Oodies are not cheap, but there's currently a sale on, with kids' starting from £47 and the reviews really do speak for themselves.

"BIG, fluffy, cuddly warm.. did I say BIG?" said one customer. "I love that you can fit a hot water bottle in the pouch. Up yours, energy company! I'll be in my oodie if you need anything:)."

"I got this 6 days after I ordered it and honestly it was worth the wait!" said another. "I was so impatient and so excited! It's so soft and cosy, I feel like I am locked in it! I love this so much and it fits my mom too and she wouldn't give it back!

"I am soo happy and it's the best thing I have put £50 pounds to. If you're thinking about getting one, just stop and def one! In other