Fashion
Aug 2, 2023

Any One of These Expensive-Looking H&M Items Will Elevate Your Wardrobe

by Maxine Eggenberger

I've created an edit of the best H&M items of 2023, spanning everything from dresses to trousers to shoes

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I might be a fashion editor, but the last thing I'd ever do is pressure you to shop. I believe that every purchase—be it £10 or £1000—needs to be considered wisely. Will I wear it enough? Will it go with my existing wardrobe? Will it still be relevant six months from now? These are just some of the questions I ask myself whenever I have the urge or need to buy something new. And I can honestly say that I can answer "yes" to the below pieces from H&M.

H&M is always the first place I head to when I'm in need of affordable basics or pieces to pep up my clothing rotation. I didn't purchase much earlier in 2023, as I was in the midst of moving house, but now that I'm settled into my new home and no longer have to spend my disposable income on moving boxes, I thought I should treat myself. I deserve it, right? So onto H&M's new-arrivals page I went, and wow, I was impressed. From classy wide-leg trousers to blazers so sleek they looks as if they costs three times as much, I was taken aback by the sheer number of elevated items there were. I truly believe they'll sell out, too, so I thought I better show you while stock levels are high. Behold, what this editor thinks are the best H&M items of 2023 so far. I'll, of course, update this as the year progresses, but for now, take in the new-season spring goodness.

H&M Cashmere-Blend Jumper

Cashmere-Blend Jumper

H&M's cashmere is some of the best on the high street.

H&M Oxford Shirt

I get so much wear out of my blue-stripe shirts.

H&M Small Shoulder Bag

Small Shoulder Bag

Well, doesn't this look premium?

H&M Wide Trousers

I rate H&M's tailored trousers, so I have high hopes for this new style.

H&M Slingbacks

Slingbacks are a key shoe trend for autumn/winter.

H&M Double-Breasted Blazer

Double-Breasted Blazer

If there's one thing H&M does so, so well, it's blazers.

H&M Tailored Skirt

A great Y2K-inspired set.

H&M Heart-Shaped Earrings

Heart-Shaped Earrings

Heart-shaped jewellery continues to dominate the accessory scene.

H&M Rib-Knit Half-Zip Jumper

Rib-Knit Half-Zip Jumper

Knitwear has been at the forefront of my mind this week, especially when styles as chic as this are beginning to drop.

H&M Ankle-Length Trousers

Ankle-Length Trousers

A sleek look all-round.

H&M Crêpe Satin Blouse

Crêpe Satin Blouse

This looks so premium.

H&M Double-Breasted Trenchcoat

Double-Breasted Trenchcoat

H&M's trench coats never hang around for long.

H&M Waisted Blazer

The hourglass cut on this blazer makes it look even more high-end.

H&M Denim Skirt

Denim skirts will play just as important a role in the latter half of the year.

H&M Rib-Knit Vest Top

Rib-Knit Vest Top

You had me at "monochrome stripes".

H&M High-Waisted Tailored Trousers

High-Waisted Tailored Trousers

No, that price is not a typo.

H&M Rib-Knit Top

A chic alternative to summer's jersey vests.

H&M Rib-Knit Flared Trousers

Rib-Knit Flared Trousers

I find it impossible to resist matching separates.

H&M Leather Ballet Pumps

Leather Ballet Pumps

The ballet-flat obsession continues.

H&M Rib-Knit Top

The perfect "going out" top.

H&M Muslin Wrap Dress

Muslin Wrap Dress

This will look just as good with boots as it does sandals and loafers.

H&M Rib-Knit Jumper

Rib-Knit Jumper

My working-from-home wardrobe could use a jumper like this.

H&M Ballet Pumps

The combination of tweed and patent here is perfect.

H&M Linen-Blend Pull-On Trousers

Linen-Blend Pull-On Trousers

Ideal for any warm-weather trips you may have planned.