Seriously, These 23 Spanish High-Street Buys Look Like Designer Pieces I'd Buy Abroad
Massimo Dutti, Zara and Mango just made finding expensive-looking summer buys that much easier.


The past week has offered us an enticing preview of the warm days ahead, and if you're anything like me, you're officially in summer mode. Holiday booking is in the works, picnics in the park are scheduled in, and pub gardens are being selected based on how much sunlight they get at any given time. Now, what are we going to wear? Working on a budget, I set about exploring the new-in sections at some of the best high street stores to see what each is offering up in terms of elegant warm-weather dressing. And of all the brands around, it's the Spanish high street stores that currently have all my attention.
Zara, Mango and Massimo Dutti are consistently three of my most frequented stores, whether I'm heading out on a try-on or just scrolling the apps late at night. As a trio, these brands are known for staying ahead of the trend, excelling in timeless wardrobe additions, and bringing their European influence to pieces that quickly sell out. Mark my words, this season is no exception.
All three brands are leaning into key details that ensure these standout pieces feel incredibly high-end despite their affordable price tags. From considered fabrications of light linen and cotton, to expensive-looking design details like crochet and fringing, there's a seriously premium feel to these summer buys that sets them up as smart purchases for a very chic summer ahead, as well as many more to come. For the devoted minimalists, a selection of tonal buys with playful textures and considered designs is sure to impress, whilst a smattering of bolder shades and patterns will take summer dressing up a notch.
Keep scrolling to shop the designer-looking buys from Massimo Dutti, Zara and Mango.
Shop the Best New-In Buys at Massimo Dutti, Zara and Mango
1. Massimo Dutti
This matching top and skirt set is the first thing I'll be packing for my upcoming holiday.
2. Zara
3. Mango

Florrie embarked on her fashion journey whilst studying in Aix-en-Provence, she began to write her dissertation on the history of fashion and landed her first role at Harper’s Bazaar. Following this, she interned for various publications including Elle, Grazia and Marie Claire before joining the fashion team at Conde Nast Traveller. There, she contributed to international photoshoots, styled pages and covers, and produced engaging digital content. Over eight years of fashion industry experience, Florrie has honed her skills from styling e-commerce photoshoots to personal shopping. Florrie first joinedBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK as a freelancer before becoming the Commerce Writer. Now, as the Shopping Editor, she monitors current trends, new-in styles, wardrobe heroes and how best to style them.
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