In my 10+ years working in fashion, I’ve learned that most go-to dressers aren’t loyal to designer labels – they’re loyal to great items. And right now, those pieces are coming thick and fast from M&S. What was once known for reliable basics has firmly established itself as a fashion editor’s favorite, with its latest spring drop causing a real stir across the industry over the past few weeks.
I’ve been seeing M&S pieces everywhere lately – on editors at press days, on influencers whose wardrobes I completely trust, and even on colleagues who rarely stray from luxury shopping. Common thread? Immaculately cut tailoring, cool spring staples, elevated outerwear and accessories that look far more premium than their price point.
So, if you’re looking to add some cute yet affordable pieces to your wardrobe this April — to freshen it up without busting the budget — you’ll want to keep scrolling. I’ve done what I do best and checked through M&S New section to pinpoint styles that feel particularly avant-garde right now. From polished jackets to timeless capsule staples, these are the six categories — and key pieces within them — I truly believe will be out of stock this month.
1. Jacket
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Checked Bubble Hem Funnel Neck Jacket
If there’s one jacket style M&S is looking for this spring, it’s the funnel neck. Which is the best style to wear at this time. I like this new checked version very much.
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Belted Double Breasted Short Trench Coat
A trench-style jacket will always, always look polished and expensive. The gentle fluidity of this style makes it even more elevated.
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Cotton Rich Satin Look Bomber Jacket
monikh Recently proved how designer this piece looks when worn outside.
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Cotton Rich Trench Coat
The trench is a capsule wardrobe staple, but this earthy khaki color has a more expensive and style-forward finish than your average beige.
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faux leather collar jacket
It looks like the most luxurious, butter-soft leather, without the usual high price tag. I love the crisp cut edges, and that rich olive color is extraordinary.
2. Sewing
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Waisted Asymmetric Longline Blazer
In my experience, the key to making high street pieces look expensive is to take a classic item and elevate it with a design twist. Whether that means a unique fabric or cut – just like this asymmetric blazer. No note.
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Pleat Front Carrot Leg Trouser
The perfect spring work trousers has joined the chat.
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Tailored Pinstripe Cinched Waist Longline Waistcoat
The waistcoat is a great versatile workwear piece for spring. It plays the role of a simple vest but with such a smart finish.
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Pure Cotton Contrast Detail Oversized Shirt
Like the blazer above, the longer cuffs on this shirt give it a premium, designer-like twist on a classic.
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Tie a Belted Blazer with Linen
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Faux Suede Basket Weave Collar Shirt
Many in the industry are praising this coordination that could easily pass for a genuine suede luxury purchase. And no wonder – it’s incredibly rare to find something so well dressed on the high street these days.
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Faux Suede Weave Effect Longline Shorts
Matching shorts are equally good on their own.
3. bag
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knitted round hobo bag
It’s giving off major Bottega vibes for under £50(!)
The clutch version is also sensational.
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Faux Leather Pinched Mini Tote Bag
I’ve seen it a few times in the store and it’s caught my attention how premium it looks in real life.
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leather tote bag
A timeless investment that will always appeal – for work, travel or all of life’s everyday essentials.
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Suede Drawstring Shoulder Bag
4. Shoes
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Slip On Flat Square Toe Mules
Slip-on mules are really becoming increasingly popular among the fashion crowd at the moment, seamlessly blending comfort and style.
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kitten heel pointe court shoes
A comfortable low heel with a power-dressing appearance—what’s not to love?
M&S’s Perfect Loafers are back for another year, and honestly they’re on par, if not better, than a lot of the extremely expensive designer loafers I’ve tried.
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Leather Bow Square Toe Flat Ballet Pump
5. Advanced Basics
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Pure Merino Wool Crew Neck Jumper
Are you looking for expensive-looking basics to bolster your spring capsule wardrobe? M&S’s new ‘look’90s editAnd thank me later.
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pure linen wide leg trousers
If Monikh accepts it then we also accept it.
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Shoulder Pad Wool Knit Top
The shoulder pads and wool touch really add an editorial edge to this basic.
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High Waisted Straight Leg Jeans
M&S’s latest take on the perfect straight-leg jean. I am listening.
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pure cotton girlfriend shirt
The ultimate white shirt.
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Cotton Rich Slash Neck Slim Fit Vest
The slash neck adds a really thoughtful finish to an otherwise basic top.
6. Dresses and skirts
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Square Neck Bubble Hem Midaxi Skater Dress
It looks even more expensive IRL.
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Constructed Satin Midi Column Dress
The simplicity of a good quality slip dress always looks very premium.
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tassel midi pencil skirt
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Leather Look Knit Effect Mini A-Line Skirt
The season’s hero jacket also comes with a matching shirt, but it’s the mini skirt that particularly caught my attention.
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Linen Rich Maxi Wrap Skirt
So little importance, this is giving The Row.
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