M&S has always been considered a go-to for wardrobe basics such as underwear, denim, cashmere and spring coats. But with traditional fashion categories becoming blurrier over the last two years, we're finding this high-street stalwart to be more relevant than ever. Officewear and casualwear are no longer the key fashion subcategories. Instead, high-low dressing has taken over as a new hybrid approach to fashion that caters to everything from work to weddings.
Thanks to its changeable weather, the spring season particularly lends itself to this more flexible approach to dressing, and we already have an ever-growing wish list of stylish yet smart pieces from M&S's new curated collection, the Edit. In our line-up are the usual suspects: dreamy tailoring, comfy yet cool sandals, throw-on dresses and true blue jeans. We have, however, thrown in a few personality pieces that you might not expect from M&S. We're talking leopard-print coats, short-sleeved leather jackets, and even a cheeky suede clog. (Oh, yes.) So much godness, so little time. So if you're looking for a few polished staples to add to your spring capsule, scroll down to see and shop our M&S shortlist.
Shop our edit of M&S's best spring staples:
THE PRINTED TRENCH
This will instantly add interest to your basics.
THE '90S SLIDES
A '90s classic to wear with dresses and denim.
THE WHITE DRESS
Style with boots and a trench now and sandals come summer.
THE SUMMER LEATHER
Such a cool layering piece.
THE CARGO SKIRT
This has throwback Gwyneth Paltrow vibes.
THE FLAT SANDALS
Yes, that's right. M&S has created the perfect pair of chunky sandals.
THE THROW-ON DRESS
You can't go wrong with polka dots.
THE WIDE-LEG TROUSERS
Such a flattering fit.
THE POP OF GREEN
Layer this under a smart blazer.
THE OVERSIZED SHIRT
We're so into stripes right now.
THE SLOUCHY JEANS
The denim silhouette of the season.
THE CLOGS
These clogs are winners.
THE POWDER-BLUE HUE
Such a pretty colour.
THE TAILORED TROUSERS
A real wardrobe hero.
THE CLASSIC WHITE SHIRT
This will never get old.
THE DRESS-UP OR DRESS-DOWN MIDI
Just add heels, and this dress becomes instantly polished.
THE POLISHED FLATS
Wear these with tailored trousers and a white tee.
THE SHORT-SLEEVED SHIRT
More leopard print, please.
THE BERMUDA SHORTS
Just tuck in a short-sleeved shirt.
P.S. With Mother's Day coming up, don't forget about M&S' online gift card offering
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