Here at Who What Wear we are firm believers that good style shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg. If we’re honest, some of the most fashion-savvy people we’ve encountered in our lives have been the most cost-conscious, as having to be more careful with your budget can often result in greater creativity and originality.
Luckily in the UK we have a wide range of high street offerings available to us, and brands are getting smarter about designing pieces that aren’t going to fall out of favour the following season. The likes of Arket and & Other Stories in particular have become known for their quality, expensive-looking designs that are indiscernible from their designer counterparts. Add to this the fact that the minimalist aesthetic has ruled over the 12 months, meaning it’s even easier to hunt down those affordable-yet-premium-looking gems.
As someone who has spent many years scouring the high street, both in my spare time and as part of my job, I have a good sense of what to look out for when it comes to finding the good stuff for less. To help you on your way, I’ve rounded-up 12 2020-ready items that no one will ever guess were from the Great British high street. From padded jackets to chunky boots, scroll down to shop my edit.
Fine Knit Cardigans
H&M Ribbed Cardigan (£18)
COS Ribbed Belted Cardigan (£89)
& Other Stories Wool Blend Eyelet Knit Cardigan (£55)
Minimalist Pumps
M&S Collection Leather High Cut Ballerina Pumps (£35)
Charles & Keith Pointed Toe Ballerina Flats (£38)
Mango Leather Flat Shoes (£60)
Quilted Coats
& Other Stories Reversible Lyocell Linen Quilted Jacket (£95)
ASOS WHITE Double Layer Long Line Padded Coat (£120)
Arket Quilted Water-Repellent Jacket (£115)
Satin Dresses
& Other Stories Ruched Satin Midi Dress (£37)
Arket Drop-Waist Satin Dress (£89)
Ghost Rosaleen Polkadot Satin Midi Dress (£169)
Polo Sweaters
Zara Polo Collar Sweater (£20)
& Other Stories Alpaca Blend Wide Collar Cardigan (£65)
Arket Fitted Open-Neck Jumper (£89)
Combat Boots
Zara Flat Leather Ankle Boots With Track Sole (£96)
Topshop CONSIDERED OSLO Vegan Black Chunky Lace Up Boots (£42)
COS High Leather Chelsea Boots (£150)
High-Waisted Trousers
Topshop Khaki Slouch Peg Trousers With Elastic Back (£39)
Massimo Dutti Navy Darted Houndstooth Wool Trousers (£80)
M&S Collection Wide Leg Checked Trousers (£40)
Statement Collar Blouses
Topshop Black Poplin Ruffle Bow Blouse (£35)
Zara Printed Blouse With Ruffles (£20)
Topshop Pink Poplin Pussybow Blouse (£29)
Leather Blazers
Massimo Dutti Black Nappa Blazer (£269)
Arket Leather Blazer (£290)
Native Youth Double Breasted Blazer in Faux Leather Co-Ord (£65)
Sweater Vests
COS Knitted Alpaca Wool Vest (£79)
Arket Half-Zip Merino Bib (£69)
Arket Alpaca Blend Vest (£69)
Flared Jeans
H&M Flared High Jeans (£13)
& Other Stories Flared Mid Rise Jeans (£65)
Topshop Indigo Split Hem Jamie Flare Jeans (£42)
Slouchy Tote Bags
Zara Personalisable Leather Tote Bag (£70)
& Other Stories Smooth Leather Tote Bag (£100)
Topshop FINN Borg Slouchy Hobo Bag (£32)
Up Next: Spring/Summer 2020 Fashion Trends: What We’ll be Wearing In This New Decade
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