London Fashion Week has taken over the capital, showcasing the best of luxury British designers, emerging talent and, of course, street style. This weekend, the city’s pavements are overflowing with everyday wardrobe inspiration – and much of it hails from the high street.
A big misconception is that those attending LFW only wear designer clothing. And while many celebrities and influencers loan clothing from brands such as Burberry, Simona Rocha or Erdem, many more fashion editors and industry insiders choose to wear high street pieces.
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It’s a big season for the high street in more than one way. For spring/summer27, M&S will be making its debut on the schedule – a move unimaginable just a few years ago. Elsewhere, H&M, AllSaints and Barbour are showing, while across the pond at New York Fashion Week, Cos’s runway was available to buy immediately.
As a shopping editor, I’m wearing full high street looks this season. For day one, where Paul Costelloe opened and H&M is due to close, I opted for reliably comfortable kitten heels from M&S, a statement Zara skirt, and a Cos long-sleeve white T-shirt. An H&M trench coat is my protective layer of choice for London’s signature fashion week drizzle. Here’s where to shop my look.
Zara skirt
A high street skirt that looks three times the price, this Zara number embraces the pencil skirt officially being back. The slit adds plenty of movement, while the soft metallic finish adds jazzy detail. The delicate pink floral pattern and white panelling mean you can keep the rest of the outfit simple.
M&S chisel kitten heel mules
I bought these spur of the moment in M&S – and was pleasantly surprised by the generous discount when at checkout. For £16, the mules are comfortable, wearable and remarkably expensive-looking.
Cos clean-cut long-sleeve T-shirt
A top that does a lot of legwork in your wardrobe, Cos’s white T-shirts are renowned for their affordability, softness and durability. Long-sleeve iterations ease you into autumn – and are easily dressed up with a statement skirt, à la Zara’s
H&M funnel collar trench coat
The funnel neck is reigning supreme this season, particularly in trench form – and H&M’s high street offering is bang on the money. The trench offers ample styling versatility, whether worn fastened all the way up to the funnel neck, unbuttoned and loose, or cinched in thanks to the belt. The cut is already oversized, but I’d suggest sizing up for an extra inflated fit.
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