The 9 Most Expensive-Looking Pieces on the High Street This Week

I've been avidly awaiting the release of the India Edit for Monsoon, and as soon as it went live I knew this would be a best-seller. An ethereal drop waistline, a buttery yellow shade and a pretty silhouette—this is a dress I expect to sell out soon.

Culotte-style trousers have returned for the summer months and offer a perfect chance to show off your summer sandals.

Ever since The Row launched it's red and black Dune sandals I've been on a hunt to recreate the look. Massimo brings it's own spin to the elevated flip-flops with smooth suede and a much more affordable price tag.

If you fell in love with the Felicity dress the first time, you'l be pleased to hear it now comes in an elegant brown shade. Dress it down with simple sandals or ready your wardrobe for wedding season with mules and a clutch bag.

I'm completely obsessed with Free People's romantic blouses this season, and this is my favourite find so far. Picture it paired with easy jeans, linen shorts or floaty skirts this summer.

If there's one shorts style that should be on your radar this summer its the Bermuda short. The longer length is the grown-up version of our denim cut-offs and we're already spotting stylish people turn to this particular style.

The blazing summer days have been interrupted for the moment, and its a reminder that a great light jacket is a key part of dressing right now. Arket's versatile linen cotton jacket is primed for cooler moments, and can seamlessly accompany all colours and styles in your wardrobe.

My neutral skirts have been a key part of my summer wardrobe so far, but as we edge closer to high summer I'm looking for something a little more striking. Enter, Mango's skirt with a bold red colour, sleek gathered waist and easy midi hemline which come together to make a seriously impactful skirt. Pair with your favourite neutrals.

It's time for the summer accessories switch-up! Give your leather handbags a day off, instead opt for a summery raffia tote with a spacious interior and Massimo Dutti's signature minimalist design.

Zara is on top form right now, and a prime example of that is this butter yellow, incredibly soft suede leather jacket. From the cooler summer moments to fresh autumn days, this is a jacket that will earns its keep in any wardrobe.

It's all about pretty tops this season, and if you're looking for a style that has serious Dôen energy with a more affordable price point, look this way.

All eyes are on summer bags right now, and if you're looking for something a little more striking than a reliable basket bag, then COS has you covered.

When the temperatures rise, rely on a cute mini dress with linen fabrics to bring a cool and stylish edge.

River Island's elegant wrap tunic top has been a hot topic amongst our editors as a piece that looks at least three times its price. It also comes in a soft neutral shade, and can be paired with matching linen-blend shorts or trousers.

I'm always impressed with H&M's tailoring, and this ankle-skimming pair is Wholesale Replica Bag style to join my wish list. The crisp white feels particularly fitting for summer, but this pair also comes in navy, beige and khaki.

There's no denying the power of a great tank top dress, and Mint Velvet ensure this dress feels incredibly high end with a mix of knit top and satin crinkle skirt. The deep brown shades also adds to the high end feel. Just slip on the sandals below and grab the COS bag above.

I had never considered flip-flops to be an elevated summer sandal, but this pair has completely changed my mind. The hardest part is choosing between the four colourways.

So many summer outfits start with a great midi skirt, and we've spotted so many stylish people wearing this exact Free People skirt. The a-line silhouette and soft pleats make for a seriously considered piece, plus the side elastic brings a comfortable edge to this sleek skirt.

If you've fallen for the romantic blouse trend like I have, look to Zara for a stellar line-up of buys you'll treasure forever.

Wondering how to look chic whilst staying comfortable this summer? Look to Hush's perfectly draped linen-blend trousers.

After eyeing up a similar pair that comes in at a few hundred pounds, I'm so glad I held off for this seriously affordable H&M pair.

I spotted someone wearing this exact dress over the weekend. With sweet ruffle details and an elegant scoop neckline, I still can't believe its a high street find.

This Free People set exudes comfort and polish in equal measure.

The beloved Cavatelli clutch has had a summery update with a straw finish and expensive-looking brown shade. Plus, it comes with a detachable strap for various ways to wear.

Aligne's sell-out Natalie skirt has been restocked just in time for summer, and I'm already planning out all the ways I'll wear it this summer.

Now that sunglasses are back as part of our everyday uniform, I'm looking to oval styles to bring an endlessly sleek touch to every summer look.

With broderie anglaise, vintage-look embroidery and sweet tie details, this is one of the prettiest tops I've seen in a while. This summer, I'll be pairing it with everything from simple denim shorts to tailored linen to floaty skirts.

So simple, but so effective. The perfect throw on yet elegant summer dress.

This bag will take you from beach breaks to weekends in the city effortlessly, with plenty of room for all those summer essentials.

If ever a perfect summer coat existed, this surely must be it. Throw this clean, light trench over your shoulders for an extra layer at formal events or pair with linen trousers, a T-shirt and some sandals or ballet flats for brunch on the weekend.

Every stylish dresser I know has a great suede belt to style up their looks at the moment.

These floaty linen trousers may look polished but they also have a really comfy elasticated waist. A superior combo.

A pared back leather flip-flop will be the sandal of choice for fashion people this summer. I personally love how they look with jeans right now to transition into the warmer months.

This is just so timeless and chic.

Add this to any old tank top, jeans and sandals outfit and voila! You'll have a very chic, very modern look. 

I'm very into navy as an alternative to black this summer. It pairs beautifully with crisp white and tan leather. These are insanely affordable for how much wear you'll likely get out of them. 

Simply stunning! This could easily pass for the likes of Zimmermann or Chloé. 

Simple, comfortable and very "The Row" feeling. I predict a sell-out. 

A light blue shirt will get you very far in summer. Wear this one open as a beach cover up or tucked into cream or white denim in the city. 

There are a lot of white midi skirts on the market right now, but I love the hint of ruching on the waistband here which really elevates the style.

These might not look that special online, but I saw them in store recently and they really impressed me. If you've been searching for the perfect cream silky trouser to dress up or down, you're in luck. As usual, M&S offer petite, regular and tall lengths here for the perfect fit. 

Chic. That's all.

The perfect summer dress.

If you've been lusting after Saint Laurent's leather bombers, this forever piece is a great, more affordable, alternative.

Level up your wide-legs for summer. These will pair nicely with bikini tops and vests.

An elevated yet extremely comfy pair of sandals.

Smart but still summer ready.

It's taken me a while to come around to them but I'm so into bermuda shorts for 2025. This polished pair are at the top of my wish list.

I'm powerless before a raffia bag, and this one feels really new and chic.

Lean into the Chloé girl aesthetic this season with this beautiful boho dress.

Arket always manages to design the coolest shoes on the high street.

I love the drawstring hem of this jacket which, along with the funnel neck, darted elbows and crisp twill fabric, makes it feel much more premium than its price tag suggests.

These are such a great affordable alternative if you’ve had those Miu Miu boat shoes on your wish list for a while.

Pair this great shirt with the matching trousers for an easy but very chic all in one spring outfit.

I’ve been looking for the perfect pair of leather flip flops and I think these might be the one.

Two words: Pretty Woman. Bravo M&S for making this timelessly elegant dress to cover us for all summer events. The reviews are already excellent so I imagine it will sell quickly.

This is such a unique and interesting way to make all your outfits look polished.

Honestly just a dream blazer.

I’d pair this gorgeous skirt with a simple vest top on summer days.

I could not believe this bag wasn’t designer when I first saw it on @Monikh recently

Have you ever seen a more perfect "nice top" to pair with jeans? Heavenly.

I'm completely smitten by this beautiful shade of red, the cool cut of the suit, and the chic linen fabric—now to think of where I can wear it this summer.

These are selling out extremely fast. Which is no surprise, since they're a sure fire way to unlock polished spring outfits.

You'll have to tear this off my arm this summer. I love a versatile basket bag that can look just as chic for the beach as it does the office.

Nobody's Child is seriously impressive this season. The dresses are all just SO good. As a minimalist this simple yet elegant style is calling out to me—imagine it paired with the basket above, a tan and some beautiful leather sandals!

I love the stiffer fabric of this bow-neck denim shirt that means it will look put-together all day. No creases, no constant retying of the bow, no worries about it being see through.

The belted detail on these classic linen trousers really sets them apart from others on the market. It's such an expensive-looking feature.

I just checked out with these perfect sandals before you all cause them to sell out.

I missed out on this linen shirt when it sold out speedily last summer. I won't be making the same mistake again. The wide stripes look so much more elevated than its high street price tag suggests.

The perfect summer top.

I immediately want to recreate this entire outfit.

If you've been searching for a more structured, less oversized trench coat, this is it. It's the closest thing I've seen to a classic Burberry mac on the high street.

Suede sandals with sculptural metal detailing are going to be seen on the feet of the most stylish people this summer, mark my words.

Buttery yellow and buttery soft. Replace your usual spring jacket with this heavenly suede overshirt.

Pretty enough to rival the likes of Doen.

Boucle fabric, nipped in waist, crew neck, clotted cream in colour.... this jacket could not get any better.

I just discovered this bag and I'm in shock at how expensive it looks. I found it incredibly hard to choose which of the 11 colourways to include in this edit (the faux suede very nearly made it) but something about the combination of the tan leather and beige canvas makes this affordable tote look rich, rich, rich.

Pairing this dusty green top with your spring neutrals will elevate them instantly.

Honestly, no notes. A worthy investment.

I've seen so many white cotton midi skirts on the high street recently, but I saw this in store the other day and let me tell you, it's a cut above the rest. For one thing, it's totally opaque so zero chance of showing off your knickers, and the frayed detailing, heavy drape and contrasting hem are akin to something you'd be more likely to see at on a Prada catwalk.

Spring means lighter jackets, and a tweed style like this paired with denim will always look polished. I love the expensive-looking collar and edging on this one in particular.

A white lace blouse will make any simple outfit feel fresh and pretty. The whole office is raving about this H&M style and multiple editors have ordered it already.

Saint Laurent really said a suede or leather bomber is about to be the most important jacket to own. And while this beauty from Massimo Dutti is hardly "affordable", it makes for a great high street alt to the super high-end luxury options out there. Plus, you are paying for quality since it's made with with real, buttery soft nubuck suede leather.

If you prefer your flats to be a little bit more understated, a brown suede ballet pump is the way forward. I love the addition of the mary-jane strap on this pair too. Gorgeous with tonal neutrals and denim for the new season.

A simple black slip skirt is such a versatile spring/summer piece that will always feel elevated paired with sandals or heels. This linen style comes in sizes 18-30.

I adore M&S linen pieces, the quality is just so good. I have items in my wardrobe that I pull out every year which still feel brand new. These beautiful linen tailored trousers will be my work uniform all summer, thrown on with a white T-shirt and pair of sandals. Add the matching waistcoat and blazer, though, and you've got a ready-made outfit for weddings and other smart occasions in the diary.

Suede ballet flats are flying out of stock everywhere right now, but I managed to track down this expensive-looking pair that are really affordable for real suede.

I'm still on the hunt for a really good spring jacket that I will also be able to wear next autumn. I honestly can't believe this one isn't sold out yet, and you can bet it went straight into my basket.

Waisted cardigans are a really easy way to add polish to a pair of jeans or trousers. This cream version is so elegant for dressing up or down.

I've seen this bag on Instagram recently and I was certain it was going to be designer. Perfect for throwing everything in and still looking stylish.

Polka dots are back in a big way for summer 2025, you heard it here first. This perfect summer dress is unsurprisingly selling out fast.

If you're a fan of minimalist luxury brands like Toteme and The Row but, like me, have a lean budget, this jacket is an excellent affordable alt for the spring jackets on offer at those designer brands right now.

If you've been searching for a sleek alternative to a boring straight leg, informal wide-leg or dated skinny jean, this slim flare in a perfect shade of deep blue denim should be on your radar. Arket's denim always impresses me with the quality so I'm excited to try this fresh pair which look like they can easily be dressed up or down.

Honestly, it's a miracle there's still any sizes of this chic M&S blazer left at all after it recently went viral among fashion people. I've got the trousers and waistcoat on alert for restocks, but this blazer will look stunning paired with something like the Arket jeans above, or even your favourite black wide-leg trousers for a spring take on workwear.

Molten-metal earrings are bubbling up as the chic alternative to hoops that will make all your spring capsule outfits look elegant.

I audibly gasped at this bag when I stumbled upon it in Zara's new-in section this week, especially when I saw the under £70 price tag. Boho is set to make a comeback this summer, with Chloé's resurgence inspiring a host of floaty dresses and slouchy belts. If you're a fan, don't sleep on this bag which will complement any Seventies-inspired summer looks perfectly.

The slash neck, cap sleeves and elegant draping of this top make it feel anything but basic, but it's a style you'll reach for as often as your time-worn classics.

I know so many editors (including myself) who turn to COS over any designer for the best wide-leg trousers. This new mole shade feels really luxe, especially paired with the matching waistcoat.

I wouldn't normally advise a bright coloured handbag if you were looking for an expensive-looking buy, but something about this rich green tone feels incredibly high end. Think Bottega Veneta on a budget.

The collarless detail on this blazer means it could easily pass for designer. the lyocell fabric also means it will fall nicely (and be breathable all summer) too.

A beautifully elevated breton.

The brown suede version of these sold out in just a few days, now this sleek black pair are sure to follow suit.

Waisted cardigans are such an easy way to make an outfit look elegant. Whether you style this with a pair of baggy jeans or tailored trousers, it's sure to look expensive.

A true showstopper of an LBD.

I've said it before and I'll say it again, the M&S new-in section is on fire right now. Summer may feel like a way away but I'm already planning to wear this designer-looking dress for some destination weddings I'm attending later this year. It would also look great over a black roll neck with some loafers as we transition into spring.

When I'm searching the high street for pieces that look and feel really premium, it's often the smallest details that can elevate a piece and bring it to my attention. Here, the polo neck and buttons caught my eye as design elements that wouldn't look out of place in a designer collection. I do love this belted, but personally I'd wear it with the buttons open, layered up over a white T-shirt and under a black blazer with some classic Levi's jeans and suede loafers.

A pair of great black trousers is an essential in any premium-looking wardrobe, and right now I'm favouring a slim cropped style to pair with ballet flats and loafers over a wide leg for an elevated feel.

A real beauty of a bag, made with 100% soft nappa leather, which explains the more premium price tag. Unlike a suede tote, though, this braided version will see you through all seasons—I can imagine it working on a beach just as easily as the office.

Spring is on the horizon, and if you're looking for a sleek jacket to transitional your wardrobe into the milder months, COS's contemporary cropped cape should be on your radar.

Our editors have already sung the praises of M&S's striking palazzo trousers, and now the beloved style comes in a buttery cream shade just in time for the brighter days.

Trust me when I say you're about to see this bag everywhere. Taking a striking east-west silhouette that rivals that of high designers and adding a supremely elevated brown suede finish, it's clear that JW Pei is on to a winner here.

I recently dug deep into the key denim trends of 2025, and COS has clearly scanned the runways too. The deep indigo shade feels that touch more elevated than true blue, whilst the bold seam details bring a contemporary touch. Personally, I'm very into the full double denim look.

If you've had a scan of Zara's new-in section, you'll know that its accessories have stepped up to a whole new level. The piece I can't stop thinking about? The Split Suede Mini Tote bag. Not only does it look highly expensive, but also comes with a longer strap for various ways to wear.

Burgundy shades continue to feel highly premium however we include them in our wardrobes. As someone who spends a lot of time in tailored trousers I just know Massimo Dutti's pair is destined to work for me, and look good doing it.

If your outfit ever feels like it's not quite finished, look to accessories. A great belt or a chunky necklace can be all it takes to make a selection of clothes feel like a considered 'fit.

The colour, the super-soft suede, the slouchy shape... this is everything I could want from a bag and more.

Two of my fellowBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK editors wore this knit to the office last week, and now the rest of us have followed suit.

This jacket will serve you well throughout spring.

A chic belt is such an easy way to freshen up a classic look.

I just love the colour of these wool-blend suit trousers. Pair with the matching blazer or just a tank top.