After a few months now of cool weather, I’ve found I pretty much wear the same three outfits on rotation. Don’t get me wrong, rewearing styles is an overarching goal of mine, to make the most of my purchases and allow each piece a long life in my wardrobe. But the reason I was rewearing the exact same looks is that some key styles were missing from my winter capsule wardrobe. And with the sudden dip in temperatures over the weekend, I found myself in need of filling those gaps and revitalising my trusty cold-weather rotations. Thankfully, the high-street was one step ahead of me.
When scouring the high street for new in styles there’s a few things to consider. First, does it have a place in my wardrobe? Finding a great piece is one thing, but it only becomes a worthwhile purchase if you know that it suits your personal aesthetic, and will therefore be something you choose to take the tags off of. Second, will it stand the test of time? With so many plans crammed into our diaries at this time of year, it can be easy to fall into the trap of buying things for a certain event or meeting. I like to consider if I’ll be able to wear it for other occasions and events, or even if I can pull it out next winter. Finally, I like to hunt for items that look well beyond their price tag. Not only is that great for my bank balance, but also means that they probably include some timeless, classic elements or clever design that will ensure I want to pull them out of my wardrobe time after time. Lucky for us, COS, Arket and H&M have come through with a plethora for polished styles that would have everyone second guessing their high street origins.
Keep scrolling to explore the expensive-looking new-in pieces from COS, Arket and H&M that will bolster your outfit builds this winter.
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