Zara Is Brimming With Expensive-Looking Autumn Pieces—These 19 Could Pass for Designer
From tailored coats to cashmere-blend Knits, Zara’s autumn collection has never looked more premium.


An integral part of my job as an editor is to hunt down those rare high-street pieces that can hold their own against designer counterparts. It’s not about finding the trendiest thing on the rail, but about spotting the pieces with that elusive “hang” or finish that makes you do a double take. There's where Zara’s autumn drop comes in. Year after year, it’s the season when the brand seems most in tune with what our wardrobes actually need—pieces that invite layering, outerwear with character, and fabrics that make everyday outfits feel more intentional.
This time, there’s an extra sharpness to the edit, as if every detail has been fine-tuned to strike that rare balance between practical and polished. The reversible trenches are a clever nod to versatility, offering two personalities in one coat without compromising on cut. The tailoring has a sculptural refinement to it, the sort that makes even the simplest outfit look edited. And then there are the knits—cashmere blends cut into shapes that feel neither trend-led nor basic, but quietly expensive.
What strikes me most is how cohesive the collection feels. Rather than chasing viral moments, Zara seems to have doubled down on restraint and longevity, and the result is the kind of line-up we love to uncover: affordable, timeless and genuinely elevated. Scroll on to shop my favourite expensive-looking picks from Zara's autumn collection.
Shop Zara's Expensive-Looking Autumn Buys

Marina Avraam is Senior Shopping Editor at Who What Wear UK, where she expertly navigates Zara, H&M, Toteme and Net-a-Porter (to name but a few) on a daily basis to unearth the most worthwhile pieces, while valiantly resisting the urge to add every single one to her basket. At Who What Wear, Marina is committed to curating a shopping experience that feels both aspirational and intentional, guiding readers to items—both affordable and investment—that will genuinely benefit their wardrobes.
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