It would impossible to count the number of times that I've been stopped in the street and asked where an item I was wearing was from and the answer has been high street. What usually follows is surprise, but after years of mixing affordable pieces with some savvy designer investment buys, I think I've mastered the art of high/low dressing in a way that makes sense. In all honesty, the quality of the high street's offerings has improved so significantly over the years that I'm always confident in its ability to deliver accessible takes on runway pieces (helping me to elevate my wardrobe in the process), but none more so than & Other Stories, Zara and COS.
Yatri wears a shirt and tailored trousers from COS.
We're only a few months into the year, and already Zara and COS have been serving up fresh best-sellers and invigorating styles for the new season. Light knits, wide-leg trousers and beloved classics have all caught our eye. And, if you are searching for pieces perfect for the beginning of spring, look no further than & Other Stories. Scouring their new-in reads like a who's who of predictable bestsellers, from the elegant dresses to the leather accessories that look far more expensive than their high street price tag.
So, to help you find all of the pieces that look like they've walked straight off the runway, I've taken the labour out of hunting through the new-in sections, and put together a handy little edit for your perusal. Should you be on your lunch break, scrolling of an evening or looking for something exciting to liven up your commute, these are 33 pieces from & Other Stories, Zara and COS that I think you'll love, and believe me when I say–no one will know that they're high street.
1. NEW-IN AT & OTHER STORIES:
A light jacket is a must have for spring.
The neckline adds to the elegant appeal.
The perfect addition to jeans-and-a-nice-top.
A black dress will work hard in your wardrobe all year round.
Not tried wide-leg jeans yet? Consider this your sign.
It's the finer details that set this cardigan apart, from the dark brown hue to the organic shaped buttons.
A ready-made outfit. Just add accessories.
This top is destined to turn heads.
You can rely on & Other Stories for excellent tailoring on the high street.
Every year & Other Stories floral dresses fly off the shelves.
Classic, refined and seriously versatile.
2. NEW-IN AT COS
COS is calling in the sunshine with light, airy linens.
Classic stripes always feel premium.
A new best-selling pair by COS.
If dressier times are in your future, this refined dress should be on your radar.
Trench coat season has officially arrived.
The perfect finishing touch for bright, sunny days.
A classic shirt will serve your wardrobe year after year.
COS knows the eternal appeal of the gathered dress.
Tie round your shoulders for those milder days and evenings.
This best-selling bag comes in so many shades.
The buckle is such a nice touch.
3. NEW-IN AT ZARA
Nothing says spring quite like a white skirt.
Zara isn't slowing down anytime soon when it comes to sensational tailoring.
Isn't this just the best boxy blazer?
This expensive-looking crossbody bag also comes in three other shades.
The very definition of an elevated basic.
A denim skirt is eternally chic.
The drape on these is sublime.
Our current obsession? Knit cardigans.
Don't sleep on Zara's excellent denim.
No matter the season, a great pair of loafers always comes in handy.
I haven't stopped thinking about this sleek cape.
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Zara Didn't Tell Anyone About This Sneaky Sale, But I Still Found the Best ItemsFrom mesh flats to elevated basics.
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I'm a Fashion Editor—I Reach For These 2 Pieces When I Don't Know What to WearReady in 10 minutes or less.
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People Assume These $60 Zara Shoes Are High Designer (and I Let Them)No gatekeeping here.
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I'm Manifesting a Rich-Looking, Minimalistic Closet—25 Perfect Sale Picks From COSAlmost every pick is now under $100.
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The Only 9 Jackets You Need for Spring, According to Fashion PeopleThere's something for everyone.
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I'm Giving My Closet an Expensive-Looking Facelift With These 24 Chic Sale PicksBring on the rich vibes
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Satin! Sheer! Sequins! Zara's Spring Drop Is a Modern-Day Swan's DreamI'm convinced this collection will sell out.
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The New $150 COS Bag I'm Buying While I Save Up for Loewe's PaseoIt's too good.
