Trust Me—These 5 H&M Items Will Make Any Autumn Wardrobe Feel Even Chicer

We might only just be easing into autumn, but fashion waits for no one. In fact, with this week’s sunshine, you’d be forgiven for thinking an Indian summer was still on the cards. Yet retailers are already tempting us with their first wave of new-season drops, and if you’re anything like me, you’ll know that this is the best time to snap up the most versatile wardrobe pieces before they inevitably sell out. Unsurprisingly, H&M has come through with an edit of affordable yet elevated buys that look far more premium than their price tags suggest.

I spent a good hour scrolling through the H&M new arrivals and can confirm: there are some gems in here. We’re talking transitional knits that work as easily with shorts now as they will layered under coats later, cool denim in both classic and unexpected cuts (yes, skirts are back in a big way), and directional shoes that add an instant update to anything you already own. These aren’t just throw-on basics either—they’re the kind of pieces with modern shapes and forward silhouettes that make an outfit feel instantly more polished and intentional.

Whether you’re looking to build out your core autumn capsule or simply want a quick hit of inspiration to freshen up your everyday wardrobe, H&M’s new collection is brimming with easy wins. Trust me, a few of these pieces will become the kind of high-street finds that friends assume are designer.

Keep scrolling to see the first drop of H&M’s autumn edit—and prepare to bookmark at least one or two pieces for your next wardrobe update.

See the New-In H&M Buys I Love for Autumn:

1. Knitwear

2. Shoes

3. Outerwear

4. Skirts + Trousers

5. Tops