Here's What I Really Think of Supermarket Fashion

There's no denying the internet has completely changed the way we shop. If you're time-poor, you can now stock up on everything from party dresses to new jeans from the comfort of your sofa, seat on the train or gym mat (and let's face it—sometimes we spend more time scrolling than crunching). However, this is both a blessing and a curse. Convenient it may be, but at the same time, we often miss the rush of making a real-life purchase.
Call us old-school, but the mere thought of picking up all the essentials (and then some incredible wardrobe options to boot) in one fell swoop from a supermarket is frightful. It's enough to make a stylist come out in hives. That is until we started noticing friends and colleagues wearing great knitwear and smart outerwear from Tu at Sainsbury's or George at Asda that we didn't know what we were missing.
So over the course of the last few weeks, we've visited our local supermarkets to stock up on food (read: cheese) and drinks (read: wine), as well as household items, but something else has steadily started to catch our eye on a more regular basis: the fashion. From classic camel coats and checked separates that work for the office to silky tops and party-ready heels, a few choice destinations across the supermarket spectrum have actually impressed us. So much so that we felt compelled to share our secret with you.
In this instance (as with all the comprehensive high street and affordable content we offer you), it's about a carefully curated edit. One cannot simply walk into a local supermarket, grab anything off the rails and pray for success. You need to know what kind of fabrics, cuts, colours and trends to favour and which to avoid. Oh, and think about what it is you really need and what will have the longest lifespan in your closet. Keep scrolling to see our edit of the best supermarket fashion brands…
No jumper is more timeless than a cream cable knit. We'll be wearing this in a bigger size for a cooler, roomier fit. Remember that many affordable jumpers do not have a high wool content, which means they won't last quite as long. In addition, cheaper options might not be as sustainable or warm as a quality jumper.
These cute heart earrings look way more expensive than they actually are.
Look for the brand's higher price-point collections, such as Tu's Premium offering. The difference in price is really reflected in the design and quality. For example, this seemingly classic trench has had a cute overhaul with the addition of floral embroidery.
Related: The Affordable Fashion Label Our Editor Wants to Keep a Secret
I'd say it's better to buy the kind of bags you don't use every day from the high street and put your money toward a decent leather bag for everyday wear (aka something that you won't come across in every supermarket store). So for the moment, this cylindrical bag is a great one to wear to parties.
Related: The 5 Perfect Pillars of Carrie Bradshaw's Winter Capsule Wardrobe
See? We told you supermarket fashion brands had upped the ante. Now let's take a look at the best ankle boots for every budget…

Maxine Eggenberger isBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK’s Deputy Editor and has over fourteen years of experience in fashion journalism. She been creating engaging and authoritative content forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK since 2018, covering runway reports, emerging trends, long-form features, talent interviews self-styled shopping stories and columns, including her edit of the best new-in buys. She ensures the highest editorial standards are met across the site, leads the editorial team in their search and keyword planning, works closely with the fashion and beauty team on strategy and continues to pen many of her own articles. Prior toBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK, Maxine's contributed to publications including Grazia, InStyle Marie Claire, Elle and Look, amongst others.
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