Dressing for winter doesn’t need to be all black woollen coats, blue jeans, and oversized beige jumpers (though that’s not to say these classic pieces don’t deserve a place in your wardrobe). There’s plenty of fun and creativity to be had when it comes to assembling your cold-weather get-ups, and the high street is the perfect place to find new additions to breathe new life into your existing wares. This is why I decided to curate an edit of the best high-street winter fashion 2021 has to offer.
Basma Kahie’s Arket trench coat, boiler suit, and white boot look is perfect for winter.
The high street is always the first place I turn when I’m in need of a fashionable fix, but that doesn’t mean their appeal is fleeting. In fact, some of my favourite pieces that I pull out year after year come from the high-street, and this year, with some of the strongest winter collections I’ve seen, I decided to handpick items that I believe have staying power, but that will also bring your look up-to-date.
I’ve whittled down what I consider to be the three must-see pieces from some of the high street’s biggest brands, which should hopefully give you an idea of each’s overarching aesthetic for the season ahead. From staples with a hint of trendiness to them to items that tap into the year’s biggest moments, continue on to see and shop the high-street winter fashion that’s really standing out in 2021.
It doesn’t get more classic than a cream cable knit. However, the wide sleeves give this jumper something extra that I just love.
Pink, satin, and with a thigh-split? Hello party season.
This looks so glamorous. Use it to dress up your jeans and chunky boots.
Cashmere under £100 is hard to come by, especially when it looks this premium. Don’t miss out on this It knit a second time.
Every wardrobe should boast a silk shirt, and this one is perfect (and comes in blue and black, too).
An entire outfit I’d quite like to re-create.
I had a blazer like this in my early 20s, and now, thanks to Zara, I’m wishing I kept it.
The ideal trouser for a house party, or when you want to feel fancy working from home.
And the award for 2021’s cutest cardigan goes to…
If you live in jeans, then you’ll want to add this embellished pair into your denim repertoire.
I didn’t think bags like this existed on the high-street. So strong. Plus, it’s checkerboard, which is a surefire winner for 2021.
This mini makes me excited at the prospect of wearing a little black dress again. Just look at that collar and cuffs.
This well-executed puffer coat deserves a slow clap of approval.
Finally, a Fair Isle jumper that doesn’t feel naff—and that I’d gladly wear post-Christmas.
Though belts have year-round appeal, I’m already planning on wearing this beauty with woollen trousers and a cashmere jumper.
The only thing better than a stylish coat? A stylish coat that comes with a matching scarf.
Fashion people are still very drawn to this specific shade of green.
Leather blazers have stuck around for three winters now, cementing it as a sound style investment.
If you were to tell me this jacket was designer, I’d absolutely believe you.
At £60, this is the ideal boot to try the white footwear trend with.
If you’re dedicated to the Y2K aesthetic, you need this in your life.
From the sophisticated cut to the heavy-duty herringbone fabric, this is everything I want my winter coat to be.
I rarely wear bright colours, but this purple tailored trouser is tempting me otherwise.
The scarf detail collar is so pretty—and will help keep the winter chill at bay.
Two of my favourite winter trends come together in this borg shacket.
I practically collect roll-necks, and I’m quite taken with this blue hue.
I won’t even consider other dungarees—these are superior.
Hands down, the prettiest knitted vest I’ve come across.
It might not keep you warm, but this necklace is an excellent way to elevate basic roll-necks and jumpers.
Arket’s sell-out skirt is back in a glorious on-trend colour.
We’ve already established that I enjoy borg textures, but a borg gilet? Inspired!
Good winter floral prints can be hard to come by, but not at Karen Millen. This lace-up dress also comes in a mini hemline, which is just as good.
You heard it here first—cord are back.
A simple knit, but one you’ll reach for again and again.
Of all the checked coats I’ve seen this season, this is the one I can’t stop thinking about.
I’ve never wanted a scarf so badly.
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