Though I find immense satisfaction in telling someone who thinks my top or skirt is designer that it's actually from Zara, I can understand that some people don't. They want impressed passersby to continue on in their beliefs that they spent thousands of dollars on a luxury piece, all the while keeping their budget intact. Who am I to say that's wrong? In fact, I'm here to help people continue that harmless deception by finding the most expensive-looking items at Zara to add to their shopping carts in summer 2025. Only you and I will know they came from Zara—I won't tell if you won't.
From all-white outfits that, at first glance, gave me Margiela-at-Hermès vibes to the perfect suede toppers for chilly summer nights spent eating dinner at an outdoor restaurant or sipping wine on a terrace, there's something for every chic dresser right now at Zara. Toe-loop sandals, braided tote bags, and pops of color ranging from turquoise to bright red are also on the cards. The best part of the curation below? Everyone's going to think you spent way too much on the pieces included in it, when in actuality, your bank account's far from unhappy.
Keep scrolling to take a look.
Though I'll probably spill on it the first time I wear it, I don't care. This set is too chic to pass up.
Shop the matching ZW Collection Cropped Jacket ($70).
An easy and casual sandal that's still elevated enough to throw on with a sundress and wear to dinner.
Skip the boring tank tops and opt for this bold red version instead.
Turquoise is *the* color of summer 2025 (and beyond—it was also all over the F/W 25 runways).
Shop the matching Belted Knit Long Top ($50).
This jacket has a hold on me. I think I need it.
I never thought I'd wear culottes again, but I already bought one pair and love them. This pair is next.
A sneaker-sandal hybrid that you'll never regret buying.
Pretty white embroidered blouses are a summer staple.
Suede jackets and I have a strong bond.
A dress you can easily dress up or down.
An elevated flip-flop alternative.
Sporty Spice.
This looks like a $600 belt.
You're cute, jeans.
The perfect toss-everything-in weekend tote.
I think about this dress a lot. It gives off Bottega Veneta vibes.
Mmm butter yellow.
This skirt is a legit work of art.
The perfect sleeveless shirt for styling with skirts and trousers.
These are fun with a capital F.
Hamptons ready.
Hailey Bieber's been loving this shoe trend.
Skip black blazers for this summer alt.
Find me this summer wearing these trousers with all my bikini tops.
Wow, this dress is next-level.
Get on board with the jelly shoe trend without spending hundreds.
Barn jackets are everywhere right now, but I've never seen a white version like this. It's so chic.
Need.
A fun linen-pant look that isn't just plain white.
This article was previously published and has since been updated.
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