Marks & Spencer might be the place you usually head to for socks and sandwiches, but as any fashion expert will know, there are plenty of elevated pieces to be discovered there. Priding itself on its classic designs that transcend the generations, M&S has developed a knack for creating basics that will look good on everyone, whether you’re 18 or 80. With classic cuts and flattering fits, it really has become our go-to for certain staples that need to stand the test of time.
Sam wears a sleeveless blazer, wide-leg trousers, sandals and bag from Marks and Spencer.
On our shortlist this season are pieces such as Breton stripes, leather separates, cashmere knits and ballet pumps, all of which are guaranteed to look good with everything you own. Best of all? They’re generally pretty affordable, too, which is all the more impressive considering the fact that most of the M&S buys in our wardrobe have lasted for years.
So if you’re looking to update those timeless buys that act as the glue in your capsule, scroll down to see the nine basics I think Marks & Spencer does better than anywhere else.
A neutral blazer will work with so many colours and prints.
M&S suiting is also top-tier.
Just as versatile as a classic black blazer.
Flares are back in a big way this season.
Note to self: Autograph jeans are great.
A welcome addition to any denim collection.
A leather item that’ll last a lifetime.
This blazer also comes in a staple black hue.
Pencil skirts were all over the runways.
The combination of suede and leather never fails.
I’m into the contrast edging on this pair.
Classicists will love this simple interpretation.
Cashmere for under £100? No one does it better than M&S.
An easy way to add some colour to neutral palettes.
I didn’t know I wanted a polo-collar cashmere jumper until I saw this style. Gorgeous.
An ideal layering piece.
This comes in a selection of hues.
I own this, and wear it so often.
M&S’s wide-leg trousers continuously sell out.
Most M&S trousers come in petite, regular and tall lengths, in sizes 6-24.
An outfit I’d really like to re-create.
I wear this bra almost every day and can confirm it’s incredibly comfortable.
If only my current nightwear selection looked like this.
Because everyone needs briefs.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
