I don't want to jinx it, but it really feels like spring is on the horizon, doesn't it? Yes, ok, it's still grey and rainy out there, but now we're in March we've edged just a bit closer to these chilly wet days being but a distant memory. If, like me, you're already looking ahead to warmer and brighter days, the new-in sections of our favourite brands are starting to get the hint and offer up some new-season worthy pieces, too.
With so many choices around it's actually overwhelming to know where to begin, and it takes a great deal of research to pinpoint exactly which styles are worth adding to your wardrobe in 2024. But having scoured the new-in sections of a long list of brands, I believe my time spent scrolling will benefit you.
There are a few affordable stores that have particularly impressed me lately. Zara, H&M and Mango are teeming with pieces that are expensive-looking and chic. They're the types of investment items you can quickly get use out of this year, and for many years to come. Below are some long-lasting shopping picks that are classic enough to weave into any season, whatever the trends. Keep scrolling to see the key items I'd recommend from the hundreds and thousands that are currently available…
1. H&M
Trench coat season has arrived, and this is one of the best options on the high street right now.
Waistcoats were huge news last year and are going nowhere for spring/summer 2024.
A camel wool-blend blazer will last you a lifetime.
I'll be living in this whole outfit throughout March.
H&M's wide-leg trouser offering is so good right now. Case in point, this new-in pair.
I love the colour of this linen shirt. Wear it with dark denim and flats while it's still chilly before swapping in white and cream hues come summer.
For a chic Parisian touch.
The fit of this jeans looks perfect.
2. Zara
Yes, it is pricey for Zara, but I think we can all agree that this suede jacket is really gorgeous?
Mesh Mary Janes? Count me in.
Maxi totes are going to be everywhere this season.
These jeans look so comfy and soft - which is just want I need heading in to spring.
I'm swapping my blue stripes for green and white iterations this year.
Practical and chic, this is the ideal jacket to help protect you from any spring showers.
Tap into the denim dress trend with this midi number.
Zara is well known for its bombers now!
3. Mango
I'm seeing this with barely-there heels at a spring wedding.
I'm predicting a sell out...
The skirt and jacket set everyone in fashion loves.
I am obsessed with the wash of these jeans!
These elegant slingbacks will go with so many outfits.
A look I'm hoping to recreate this month and well into spring.
The perfect pale blue.
Leather trousers really come into their own now. Mix and match textures by pairing yours with a linen shirt or cotton tee and add trainers, heels or sandals depending on the event (and weather!).
This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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Victoria Beckham Just Designed a Collection for Mango—15 Pieces I'm Sold On*Adds to basket*
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I've Tried on So Many Pairs of Linen Trousers, But I Always Come Back to My H&M OnesA true spring/summer hero.
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It's Going to Be a Flat-Shoe Summer—These Mango Pairs Will Sell Out by MaySo many options.
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I'm a Brit Living in Paris—5 Elegant Shoe Trends French Women Are Officially Backing for 2024Timeless and trendy all in one.
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I Tried on So Many Pairs of Jeans From H&M, COS and Arket—Only 6 Styles Stood OutFrom someone who lives in jeans.
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I'm Convinced That This H&M Skirt Will Be My Most Worn Staple This SpringIt's already flying off of shelves.
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I Combed Through Thousands of Spring Arrivals at H&M: These 25 Were the ChicestSpring dressing, sorted.
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