I think it is safe to say that the British high street rarely disappoints. Whether you’re after a dress for a special occasion, great knitwear at affordable prices, workwear that will work hard for you way beyond the office or just classic pieces to add to your capsule wardrobe, it really does have (almost) everything you could ever need.
As a high-street aficionado, I take great pride in searching through the new-in pages on a daily basis of some of our best and brightest affordable brands and picking out the pieces that are really special. Consider that sensationally good barn jacket from Zara that went viral, Arket’s timeless blazer that both editors and influencers love and COS’s internet-famous bowling bag. There's something for everyone and every style out there. The downside? It can be a real mission finding these noteworthy, designer-looking pieces, and it often takes a good amount of work (and a lot of time) to weed out the winners from those items we’d rather leave behind.
Senior Fashion and Beauty Editor, Branded Content, Rebecca Rhys-Evans wears a full Mango outfit.
Now that these brands have dropped their spring collections, it's time to take another look at the pieces that look like they've walked straight off the runway and onto the high-street. I've put together a handy little edit of the best of the best from three of our favourite high-street brands: COS, Mango and H&M. Scroll on for the 27 pieces that I think you'll love, and that no one will know are from the high street. Don't worry, your secret is safe with me.
SHOP CHIC NEW-IN PIECES FROM COS, H&M AND MANGO
1. COS
This double-layer dress looks so high end.
The perfect summer carry-all.
Naturally, the matching trousers are just as chic.
I didn't know I needed pink jeans until I saw this pair.
I have a wedding coming up and can't stop picturing how chic this suit will look.
This stylish necklace also comes in silver.
If you're in the market for new sandals, this suede pair is hard to better.
The perfect way to wear denim as temperatures rise.
I own this dress in black already, but the new tan version has caught my eye.
2. MANGO
The most elevated cargo trousers I've seen.
A linen trench will always look premium.
Such a great colour.
These also come in a classic black colourway.
Skirts seldom look chicer than this.
Wear with a cardigan and trainers now, then flip-flops and gold earrings come your summer holiday.
Another excellent occasionwear option from the high street.
Wear this over slip dresses when temperatures dip.
This will look polished with wide-leg linen trousers and minimal sandals.
3. H&M
Drop waistlines are back in a big way this season.
A cute top for pairing with your go-to jeans.
So beautiful. It also comes in black.
The ultimate outfit upgrader.
The gold buckles are a nice touch.
Available in a handful of versatile, neutral hues.
I just ordered these in every colour.
One-shoulder tops are a key trend this season.
As are sheer fabrics.
This piece was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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