I Check Zara Daily—7 New-Yet-Classic Buys That Defy the Trends

When it comes to fashion, simplicity never goes out of style, and Zara seems to have embraced this notion in a big way for autumn. Scrolling through its new-in section this week, I couldn’t help but think how anti-trend it was. I place of statement pieces and bold palettes, there is a distinct focus on what I’d generally consider to be basics—pieces such as tailored trousers, Oxford shirts and easy flats. Essentially, items that ensure you always look chic, regardless of the current trend climate.
Of course, this really should come as no surprise considering the quiet-luxury aesthetic has had a hold on fashion for over a year. In case you aren’t 100% set on what quiet luxury is, it’s essentially fashion that embodies understated elegance and refined simplicity; timeless pieces that exude sophistication without the need for overt logos or flashy designs. Although many have embraced this look, I’d say it’s London that is truly encapsulating this movement right now, especially as we head into autumn where things like tailoring, loafers and trench coats come into play. And Zara is proof that you don’t need an unlimited budget to give your new-season capsule that anti-trend finish.
Below, I’ve assembled an edit of the chicest Zara buys that have just landed on site, all of which fall under the category of "affordable but classic”. You know what to do…
SHOP MY ZARA ANTI-TREND EDIT FOR AUTUMN:
1. DARK-WASH DENIM
2. CLASSIC CARDIS
3. BALLET FLATS
4. LBD
5. OXFORD SHIRTS
6. WIDE-LEG TROUSERS
7. DO-IT-ALL TOTES
Burgundy bags are going to be everywhere this season. Don't believe me? Just read our deep dive on the colour trend here.

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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