The Expensive-Looking H&M Items That Could Pass for Designer

Collage of models wearing H&M buys — (Image credit: H&M)

It can't just be me—I had to do a double-take when I saw these H&M finds because they're just so good. Perusing the site's new arrivals is a weekly activity of mine, and on my latest visit, I came across more than a few finds that actually stopped me dead in my scrolling. While most of these pieces fall under the £150 mark, I wouldn't blame you for assuming otherwise.

As a fashion editor, I have a keen eye for spotting expensive-looking details, and since I'm always looking at designer clothing, I can easily spot those luxe details elsewhere. The H&M pieces you're about to see below immediately reminded me of something I would see at a luxury retailer, whether it's a well-made knit, wide-leg trousers or a designer-passing handbag. There were so many chic basics on my last visit to the website, in fact, that I ended up ordering a number of these winter staples myself.

Read on to see H&M's most minimal, expensive-looking buys in one neat edit for you below. You can thank me later!

Shop The Most Expensive-Looking H&M Pieces

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Handmade Wool-Blend Coat

A wool coat is essential for the upcoming winter season.

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Barrel Regular Waist Jeans

Cargos meet denim in this cool khaki hybrid.

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Oversized Flannel Shirt

Checked shirts perfectly capture the mood for autumn/winter 2026.

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Wide High Waist Jeans

An easy pair of jeans that will make you look instantly polished.

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Oversized Sweatshirt

The perfect autumn basic you can style solo with jeans now or layer underneath knitwear later in the year.

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Pointed-Toe Ankle Boots

A sleek pair of ankle boots you'll get so much wear out of.

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Oversized Mohair-Blend Jumper

This sells out every single year.

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Barrel High Waist Jeans

Meet the cool denim cut every fashion person is reaching for right now.

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Cotton Peplum Blouse

The perfect pretty autumn blouse.

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Satin Turtleneck Blouse

Funnel-neck knitwear is my favourite autumn trend.

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Barrel High Waist Jeans

If you've been searching for the perfect jeans for autumn, look no further than H&M's barrel-leg style.

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Tailored Barrel Trousers

The very definition of chic.

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Lace-Trimmed Tie-Front Blouse

Pair with jeans and ballet flats for an elevated look.

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Cashmere-Blend Jumper

Mark my words: this will sell out before October.

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Barrel Trousers

Copy this whole look for an instantly chic autumn outfit.

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Oversized Twill Trench Coat

An easy trench to rely upon every single autumn.

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Leather Loafers

The perfect autumn loafers.

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Suede Crossbody Bag

So elegant.

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Pima Cotton T-Shirt

A basic tee you'll layer up and down as the seasons change.

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Draped Cut-Out Dress

Such a refined silhouette. Dress up or down with ease.

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Emily Dawes is an editor, stylist and writer with over 12 years in the industry. Known for impeccable taste, our readers trust her advice, especially in her column, expensive-looking high street buys. Working for Who What Wear UK since 2020, Emily has been a contributing editor, branded content editor and affiliate editor. Now, as senior shopping editor, she leads the e-commerce content strategy. After obtaining a BA in English and American Studies from Nottingham University, Emily landed at The Mail on Sunday’s YOU. As the magazine’s fashion editor, she travelled the globe to style and direct fashion editorials and celebrity cover shoots. As a freelancer, she has styled Grazia cover shoots, developed brand marketing and content plans and worked with VIP clients including Elizabeth Day.