H&M Just Quietly Dropped the Most Expensive-Looking Summer Staples
From elegant linen to designer-looking bags, H&M's premium section is a force to be reckoned with.
Marina Avraam
Every fashion editor has their own hacks when it comes to shopping the high street, whether that's which section to head to online or what design features to look for in person. Now that spring is almost here, calling for a big wardrobe refresh, I wanted to share with you one of my most useful insider tricks that helps me to always, without fail, find the best items at H&M that encompass all the most exciting summer trends.
First things first: The search bar is your secret to success. H&M has a lot of stuff, and filtering it all down to find the best items is key. You may have noticed the brand offers various collections, some more familiar than others—think Divided and H&M Studio. But there is also Premium Selection, a category you'll find in the drop-down menu that essentially groups all the pieces that are made in high-quality fabrics and expensive-looking silhouettes. Admittedly, the prices do usually match the elevated offering, making them a bit more expensive than your average H&M buy, but when you try these pieces, you'll see that they're always worth the extra investment.
This is where my fellow editors and I always head to first whenever we're shopping H&M online. The collections don't refresh quite as often, which reflects the more classic quality of the pieces, but when a new drop lands, you can be sure it will likely sell out quickly. And since the Premium Selection collection has some seriously beautiful pieces in it right now, I thought I'd share the items below that I've been especially impressed by.
Expect linen trousers, gorgeous cardigans and stunning jackets that will stand the test of time. It's essentially a ready-made capsule wardrobe at high-street prices. What more could you want? Scroll down to see and shop my full Premium Selection edit.
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Tie-neck jackets are the spring trend I can't wait to get on board with.
A great linen shirt in a rich shade will always be a worthwhile addition.
There's a reason that these jeans are a consistent best-seller.
These could easily pass for the designer style on my wish list.
The pretty blouse I'll be wearing with jeans, tailored linen and skirts all summer.
This skirt immediately went in my basket.
The perfect combination of function and design.
Simple and timeless. Pair with jeans in the city or throw over swimwear at the seaside.
The side-tie details are such a nice touch.
Just add heels for an instantly elegant look.
Finishing touches can make an outfit instantly sleeker.
Such a unique style.
Long-length jeans always look so sophisticated.
So many of our editors have already added this pretty style to basket.
Rely on this easy set when you want to look put-together with minimal effort.
This sweet dress also comes in a crisp white.
A classic silhouette I return to every spring/summer.
I want to copy and paste this entire look.
The kind of dress that you can style for day or night.
Another great pair of linen trousers.
No one will believe these are a high street find.
