High Street
May 28, 2023

All Our Editors Agree: These Are the Best M&S Pieces to Buy for Summer

by Maxine Eggenberger

Photo:

@_livmadeline

Liv Madeline wears a now sold out waistcoat from Marks & Spencer.

It's hard to imagine what the Great British high street would be like without Marks & Spencer; the brand many of us have come to rely upon for its elite lingerie and Percy Pigs. As impressive as its underwear and food departments may be, the category I believe M&S nails like no other is never-date fashion. I consider myself to be something of a Marks & Spencer shopping expert; from my formative years as an assistant being asked to run to the nearest store to stock up on tights and vests for styling kits, to attending store appointments to pull products for my own shoots, I know the blueprint of just about every London M&S store like the back of my hand. Needless to say, I am very familiar with what makes a great Marks & Spencer fashion find, which certainly comes in handy here at Who What Wear.

You love M&S—I know this because some of my most-read articles centre on this theme. So, I thought it would be fun for us to take a look at the best Marks & Spencer pieces for 2023 together. Just glancing at its new-in section and I can already spot key wardrobe refreshes and excellent new-season updates that are worth highlighting. From staple shirts and denim to designer-looking heels and hangbags to elevate, scroll on to see my edit of the best Marks & Spencer pieces for 2023.

Per Una Pure Cotton Floral Notch Neck Maxi Dress

Pure Cotton Floral Notch Neck Maxi Dress

Summer is all about throw-on floral dresses.

M&S Collection Pleated Tie Neck Waisted Blouse

Pleated Tie Neck Waisted Blouse

A pretty top you'll rewear all year round.

M&S Collection Cotton Rich Striped Relaxed Jumper

Cotton Rich Striped Relaxed Jumper

Why yes, we do love a striped knit, thanks for asking.

M&S Collection Embroidered Belted Midi Waisted Dress

Embroidered Belted Midi Waisted Dress

In my opinion, this is the perfect everyday dress for summer.

M&S Collection Wide Fit Leather Ankle Strap Flat Sandals

Wide Fit Leather Ankle Strap Flat Sandals

I know these could-be-designer sandals are going to fly.

M&S Collection Linen Blend Ruched Sleeve Blazer

Linen Blend Ruched Sleeve Blazer

I'd wear this blazer with light-wash jeans, a white t-shirt and sandals in spring and black wide-leg trousers and ankle boots now.

M&S Collection Padded Bomber Jacket

Padded Bomber Jacket

Bombers are fast becoming fashion people's favourite jacket.

M&S Collection Straw Striped Tote Bag

Straw Striped Tote Bag

Basket bag season is well and truly here.

M&S Collection Pure Cotton Striped Oversized Girlfriend Style Shirt

Pure Cotton Striped Oversized Girlfriend Style Shirt

Another M&S piece that I added to my basket straight away.

M&S Collection Cotton Rich Striped Crew Neck Sweatshirt

Cotton Rich Striped Crew Neck Sweatshirt

I just know I'll get so much wear out of this simple striped sweatshirt.

Autograph Pleat Front Wide Leg Trousers with Wool

Pleat Front Wide Leg Trousers with Wool

M&S is full of expensive-looking treasures.

M&S Collection Satin V-Neck Tie Front Midi Waisted Dress

Satin V-Neck Tie Front Midi Waisted Dress

If there's one thing I know for certain, it is how versatile a black slip dress is. Wear it with strappy heels and earrings in the evening of a blazer and boots to work.

Per Una Denim Collared Shirt

Denim Collared Shirt

You can never go wrong with a denim shirt.

M&S Collection Cotton Rich Utility Jacket

Cotton Rich Utility Jacket

I love this light khaki jacket, which will look great over dresses and skirts throughout spring and summer.

Autograph Pure Tencel™ Belted Wide Leg Jumpsuit

Pure Tencel™ Belted Wide Leg Jumpsuit

Jumpsuits are the easiest outfit. Just add trainers and you're set!

M&S Collection Pure Cotton Shorts

Pure Cotton Shorts

These also come in black and fuchsia.

M&S Collection The Wide-Leg Jeans

The Wide-Leg Jeans

Seriously, no one does denim on the high street quite like M&S. The fit of this wide-leg pair is perfect.

M&S Collection Faux Leather Cross Body Bag

Faux Leather Cross Body Bag

The bag all our editors own and love now comes in four colours: Black, beige, khaki and pink.

M&S Collection Wide Leg Trousers

Wide Leg Trousers

I own these trousers and can confirm they are SO comfy.

Rosie Ribbed Lounge Body

Ribbed Lounge Body

Part of Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's new range, this body will look great with jeans and a blazer or just layered under cardigans.

M&S Collection Pure Cotton Midaxi A-Line Skirt

Pure Cotton Midaxi A-Line Skirt

Full skirts are really having a moment this year. We normally seem them dressed up, but I love the more casual take here.

M&S Collection Lace Up Trainers

Lace Up Trainers

Comfy and cool. What more could you want?

Autograph Leather Straight Leg Ankle Grazer Trousers

Leather Straight Leg Ankle Grazer Trousers

In 2023, everyone needs a pair of leather trousers in their wardrobe.

M&S Collection Pure Cotton Striped Collared Knitted Top

Pure Cotton Striped Collared Knitted Top

I'd wear this with my comfiest trousers and trainers for a weekend pub visit, or dress it up with boots for work.