I Just Created 10 It-Girl Spring Outfits From Zara for Under $400
There's nothing like the thrill of putting together a great outfit. Whether it's effortlessly layering the perfect pieces, playing with volume and lengths, or merging two colors in fashion harmony, the way I style my staples and statement pieces make a world of difference to my ensembles.
With spring just around the corner, I've been having fun assembling some chic and trend-forward pieces from Zara's new-season collection, which I'm sharing with you today. The outfits feel fresh and of the moment and all ooze a fashion-girl quality. Think lace-trimmed shorts paired with sporty funnel-neck jackets and cool chartreuse ballet flats styled with contrasting pink and brown sweaters and skirts. If you're looking for a little outfit inspiration for the new season, keep scrolling to see the 10 outfits I put together from Zara. The best part? Each outfit clocks in under $400.
Look 1: $301
Part sporty, part romantic—styling a windbreaker or anorak with a lace-trim skirt and sleek heels is a surefire way to look on-trend this season.
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Look 2: $365
If there's one item I suggest buying this season, it's a preppy striped polo—a huge trend for spring 2026. Style it with a pair of jeans and elevated accessories for a cool, casual look.
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Look 3: $236
Creative layering was all over the spring runways. Luckily, Zara has the perfect top that does all the hard work for you. Style it with white jeans, sporty ballet flats, and a chic leather bag.
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Look 4: $282
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Funnel-neck bomber jackets continue to dominate this spring. For a fresh and fashion-forward twist, style it with pretty lace-trim shorts and finish with modern ballet flats.
Look 5: $246
Vibrant primary colors are a huge trend for spring. Style a bold red V-neck sweater with a preppy A-line skirt and finish with sleek sandals and a must-have long pendant necklace.
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Look 6: $399
Pink and chartreuse pair beautifully together and are both trending for spring. Style the color combo with chocolate brown hues to ground the cool-girl look.
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Look 7: $236
Vibrant cobalt blue is having a major moment this spring, and Zara has some really chic pieces that lean into the trend. Pair the color with a dark brown neutral for fashion-forward look.
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Look 8: $350
Choose a lace-trim skirt in this season's trending icy blue hue, and pair it with cool ballet sneakers and a neutral top and jacket. Expect plenty of compliments.
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Look 9: $212
For a chic day-to-night look, opt for a sleek sleeveless black turtleneck paired with elegant white pants and chic black sandals. A fail-safe outfit formula that oozes sophistication.
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Look 10: $285
Pale pink and dark brown is such a cool color combination. Try Zara's pretty high-V-neck knit paired with brown studded flares and It-girl accessories to finish the look.
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Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.