I Just Found So Many Expensive-Looking Staples in the High-Street Sales

It might feel as though we've only just entered the summer season, but believe it or not, the epic sales have already arrived. And let me tell you, this year, they're looking pretty great. As usual, we're here to guide you and cut through the noise to bring you the very best, editor-approved sale buys you'll never regret adding to your wardrobe.
You can find our roundup of cult designer finds from Net-a-Porter's famously good sale here, MatchesFashion's here, and the top-tier sale buys across all of the luxury sales here.
But right now, I'm here to talk about the best of the high street. & Other Stories, COS and Arket have been the first to drop this week among other favourites—all offering up an enviable selection of expensive-looking warm-weather staples, from dresses and denim to sandals and skirts.
So far, Arket's summer-ready wardrobe classics are at the top of my wish list, especially those linen shirts and chunky sandals. Meanwhile, Weekday's denim (which I rely on day to day) is seriously discounted, and COS is plainly spoiling us with forever pieces.
There's a lot to scroll through, though, and plenty more offers set to arrive. So to save you time, I'm painstakingly combing all the high-street sales I can find and bringing you a definitive edit of the pieces you won't want to miss below. Think of this as your one-stop high street sales shop—and be sure to keep checking back for new additions when they drop.
Ready to go? Scroll down to see and shop my ultimate high-street summer sale edit for 2022.
Shop My High-Street Sale Edit
ARKET
COS
Everyone should have a Breton in their capsule, and this is one of the best I've seen in a while.
H&M
This expensive-looking coat was a sell-out last winter, so this is your last chance to get it for less ahead of next season.
This is another of H&M's all-time best sellers, and it's clear to see why.
Your chance to bag a piece of the premium-quality Studio collection at 50% off. This just went straight into my basket.
This dress has endless rave reviews, and its unique design could so easily pass for designer.
These are perfect festivalwear but will see you all through autumn and winter as well.
& OTHER STORIES
MANGO
It's just so pretty, and since it's light linen, I'll be wearing it to the office all summer.
Celebrities and influencers are obsessed with these jeans.
NOBODY'S CHILD
Holly Willoughby is a fan of this dress.
JIGSAW
I'm currently on the hunt for anti-trend classic sandals, and these tick that box perfectly.
This was in my basket for so long in spring, and it sold out. I won't be missing out again.
Summer is actually the best time to get amazing deals on outerwear. Your winter self will thank you.
ASOS
This will really elevate your autumn/winter wardrobe— and it's way under £100!
This is such a statement dress. I'm obsessed.
WEEKDAY
I have these (I'm a Weekday denim superfan, okay?), and the denim is such good quality.
MONKI
NASTY GAL
This is such easy throw-on dress you'll be glad to have in your wardrobe.
JOHN LEWIS
Who What Wear UK editor in chief Hannah Almassi has this dress and wears it on repeat, and always looks great!
Up Next: The Summer Sales Are Starting to Drop—See The Designer Buys On My Wish List
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Emily Dawes is an editor, stylist and writer with over 12 years in the industry. Known for impeccable taste, our readers trust her advice, especially in her top-selling column, expensive-looking high street buys. Working for Who What Wear UK since 2020, Emily has been a contributing editor, branded content editor and affiliate editor. Now, as senior shopping editor, she leads the e-commerce content strategy. After obtaining a BA in English and American Studies from Nottingham University, Emily interned at The Mail on Sunday’s YOU. As the magazine’s fashion editor, she managed the fashion team and travelled the globe to style and direct fashion editorials and celebrity cover shoots. As a freelancer, she styled Grazia cover shoots, developed brand marketing and content plans and worked with VIP clients including Elizabeth Day.
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