5 Expensive-Looking Trends Fashion People Seem to Be Buying at Zara

Zara is a go-to store for many fashion people. In fact, we recently highlighted the specific pieces a chic New Yorker routinely buys from the retailer. Well, we thought we’d take it even further and showcase some of the key trends style-setters appear to be buying from Zara at the moment. We scrolled through the feeds of some of our favorite follows and pulled out A+ looks that feature Zara items.

While the trends in question certainly run the gamut in terms of style, they’re all quite expensive-looking. Here, we’re talking about pieces with modern tailoring and of-the-moment knitwear that ring in under $70. Keep scrolling to check out the high-end-feeling trends the fashion crowd is embracing at the moment, complete with shopping inspiration.

1. Sweater-Vests

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Sweater-vests could be considered a trendy basic at this point because that perfect pick can pair well with a range of outfits. This piece feels high-concept and quite elevated for the season.

2. Modern Tailoring

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Of-the-moment tailoring in slouchier silhouettes can look quite expensive given the polished feel. And yep, there is a smattering of strong options at Zara—from blazers to trousers—that don't cost a fortune.

3. Forward Denim

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If you're looking for fashion-forward jeans, consider a sleek pair in a looser or straight-leg style. Many of these cuts look very high-end.

4. Knit Sets

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Coordinating knit sets look quite luxe. Whether it's a bra-and-cardigan set or a matching sweater and trousers, the plush nature and fashionable design make the under-$70 pieces look so expensive.

5. Bold Bodysuits

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You can't go wrong with elevated basics like bold bodysuits. Pair a high-end-looking style like this (which is under $20) with your go-to pair of jeans or a skirt, and you'll have a posh ensemble.

Next, check out more chic Zara items.

Bobby Schuessler
Market Director

Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent over seven years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retialers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises. He has also worked across a variety of other media brands and fashion retailers like Refinery29, PureWow, Men's Health, and Gilt covering commerce, trend reporting, women's and men's fashion, home, and lifestyle.