Recently, I have been needing more looks than ever before. After several years of being inside and only cautiously coming outside, it seems like we are all prepared to have a post-pandemic, "almost back to normal" summer. This means things are back on, including weddings, birthday celebrations, vacations, graduations, first dates, etc. I mean, my calendar is filling up more and more every week. With that said, the days of throwing a cute top over my pajama shorts for a virtual event are behind me, and I am back to full-on head-to-toe outfit planning. As an NYC girl, I really dislike leaving the house in an outfit that I don't totally love. My clothes are like my armor. I need to feel my most powerful when wearing them, and this is very important to me. Staying on budget is also something I value, so when I'm looking for cool, affordable pieces to add to my wardrobe or when I want to experiment with any of the chic new trends I've been seeing all over my Instagram feed, I head to Zara.
Lately, the brand has really been bringing it. I'm seeing pieces that could easily pass for designer, great basics, bold colors, and tons of lightweight summer fabrics like linen and silk. I made a list of the 30 items that my wardrobe absolutely needs.
Keep scrolling to see which finds made the cut.
Next, check out these shopping guides.
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Just so You Know, Zara Already Has All the Best Shoes for Winter 2025Shop before they sell out.
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If Designer-Looking Bags Are the Goal, Don't Miss These Standouts From H&M, Zara,Replica Store, and MoreThese will have you doing a double take.
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New Week, New Zara: The Winter Arrivals Worth Dropping Everything ForFrom chunky sweaters to holiday dresses.
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This Denim Wash Will Have You Looking Like a Fashion Person This WinterThese jeans make any outfit look more expensive.
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Hot Stuff! Zara x Ludovic de Saint Sernin Is Sexy, Chic, and Guaranteed to Sell Out by December 1Shop the collaboration inside.
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My Mom Is 56, and I'm 22—29 Chic Zara Finds We're Loving RNSee the rich-looking pieces inside.
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I'm Bored With My Closet—These 27 Chic Zara, J.Crew, and COS Finds Have the Power to Turn Things AroundEffortless and rich-looking is the vibe.
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These Head-Turning Zara and H&M Pieces Won't Last Until the End of the Month—39 Styles to Get Now or RegretThese look like straight-up designer.
