H&M
May 28, 2021

35 H&M Basics That Make It Easy to Be On-Trend

by Allyson Payer

Do you ever scroll through H&M after not doing so for a while and realize you've really been missing out? ("A while" could be as short as a week since H&M gets new arrivals constantly.) That's what I did today, and it was a real treat. My number one observation is that the holy-grail affordable retailer has tons of basics in stock that are also trendy—but not "over-the-top pieces that will probably be out of style next season" trendy. They're just subtle items that make you look like a fashion girl with a knack for finding the best stuff on H&M.

Instead of making you scroll through thousands of H&M items to see what I mean, I went ahead and found the most on-trend basics on offer, with options to be worn for travel, evenings out, beach days, picnics, and everything in between. Keep scrolling to get the goods, and feel free to thank me later.

H&M Ribbed Modal Tank Top

H&M Ribbed Modal Tank Top ($10)

This curved-seam tank is so good that I'd buy it in multiples.

H&M Quilted-Look Pool Shoes

H&M Quilted-Look Pool Shoes ($13)

Destined to sell out immediately.

H&M Suit Vest

H&M Suit Vest ($35)

Kendall Jenner would approve.

H&M Wide-Cut Cotton Shirt

H&M Wide-Cut Cotton Shirt ($18)

Style this exactly as is or wear it as a swimsuit cover-up.

H&M Denim Shorts

H&M Denim Shorts ($18)

Pleats are still going strong.

H&M Slides

H&M Slides ($25)

Chicer for a beach day than flip-flops, in my opinion.

H&M Crop Top

H&M Crop Top ($13)

The ideal amount of cropped.

H&M Slip-On Sandals

H&M Slip-On Sandals ($40)

Don't think—just order.

H&M Cotton Paper-Bag Shorts

H&M Cotton Paper-Bag Shorts ($17.99)

I love a contrasting drawstring.

H&M Wide-Cut Long Dress

H&M Wide-Cut Long Dress ($50)

For those 90-degree days to come.

H&M Flounce-Trimmed Crop Top

H&M Flounce-Trimmed Crop Top ($10)

I have a collection of cute black tops for summer, and I wear them all.

H&M Linen-Blend Skirt

H&M Linen-Blend Skirt ($25)

Here for the minimal '90s vibes.

H&M Tennis Dress

H&M Tennis Dress ($25)

The color may not be all that basic, but you'll wear it a ton regardless.

H&M Linen-Blend Crop Pants

H&M Linen-Blend Crop Pants ($25)

Cuter than your average linen pants.

H&M Linen-Blend Dress

H&M Linen-Blend Dress ($25)

Every summer wardrobe needs one.

H&M Oversized Cotton Shirt

H&M Oversized Cotton Shirt ($18)

You might as well order this in several colors.

H&M Braided Slides

H&M Braided Slides ($25)

These would look chic with pretty much every item in this roundup.

H&M Ribbed Cardigan

H&M Ribbed Cardigan ($13)

Future It color coming at ya.

H&M Eyelet Embroidery Dress

H&M Eyelet Embroidery Dress ($50)

I'm a sucker for anything eyelet.

H&M Bikini Bottoms

H&M Bikini Bottoms ($15)

I don't see why a bikini can't be a basic.

Shop the matching Padded Bikini Top ($20).

H&M Short Nylon Jacket

H&M Short Nylon Jacket ($30)

Just in case you're one of those people who brings a jacket everywhere in the summer (like me).

H&M Poplin Beach Dress

H&M Poplin Beach Dress ($35)

I liked that this is called a beach dress.

H&M Ribbed Dress

H&M Ribbed Dress ($35)

Just add a slouchy blazer.

H&M Fitted Jacket

H&M Fitted Jacket ($50)

For wearing with the aforementioned dress.

H&M Denim Shorts

H&M Denim Shorts ($35)

Perfect length, perfect fit.

H&M A-Line Satin Dress

H&M A-Line Satin Dress ($35)

Something for that summer vacation you just booked.

H&M Linen-Blend Bermuda Shorts

H&M Linen-Blend Bermuda Shorts ($30)

In case you were wondering, long shorts are still cool.

H&M Pleated Skirt

H&M Pleated Skirt ($40)

The box-pleat skirt trend was all over the fall runways.

H&M Long Skirt

H&M Long Skirt ($35)

This looks really expensive.

H&M Swimsuit

H&M Swimsuit ($30)

Everyone needs a black one-piece.