I Just Tried On Tons of New-In Zara Pieces—These Were the 7 That Stood Out
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@REMIAFOLABI FOR WHO WHAT WEAR UKMy Review: It goes without saying that denim is having its moment in all forms this season. I personally use different denim as the foundation for many outfits all year round. Besides denim jeans, I’m always drawn to denim shirts and shackets (shirt-jackets). I find that I can get good wear out of them throughout the year, whether I’m using them as a layer under a coat during the colder months or wearing them more like outerwear in the warmer months.
This piece stuck out to me because of its very casual and relaxed fit, which I prefer. It’s not too sturdy but also not flimsy in the way it hangs on the body. The wash of the denim shacket definitely makes it easy to pair with a lot of other staples, and I can see myself wearing this over midi/maxi dresses and wide-leg trousers and even going full-on Canadian tux with denim jeans in a similar wash. I do also love the number of pockets on it… I’m big on pockets.
A denim jacket is a perfect layering piece. Wear it over a dress, as I have above, or with jeans for a cool double-denim look. You could even pair it with trousers, midi skirts and more. The choice is yours!
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@REMIAFOLABI FOR WHO WHAT WEAR UKMy Review: As someone who loves tailored clothing items, I still don’t own a matching suit that I can rely on and throw on whenever for wherever occasion. I came across this gorgeous taupe-coloured set as soon as I entered the store and had to grab it to try on. As you can probably tell, the blazer isn’t an exact match to the waistcoat and trousers, but Zara does have a matching blazer. I just preferred the style and fit of this particular one and don’t think it looks bad paired with the other pieces! Once buttoned up, it has this cool asymmetric design which I think elevates the whole look.
I’m a little late to the party when it comes to waistcoats (they were a hot topic and microtrend last spring), but I have to admit that I do get the hype. I think this will be a key light-layering piece that will help add a point of interest to my casual spring outfits.
I’ve especially been on the hunt for tailored high-waisted trousers with a wide leg, and this pair almost fit the bill perfectly. The only downside is that they were way too long for me, but that’s nothing a trip to the tailor can’t fix. I usually find that Zara’s trousers are on the longer side, so it wasn’t that much of a surprise. I’m 5’4”, but I do find that I often struggle to find trousers that truly fit me without having to get them altered! The material of all three pieces is definitely the icing on the cake, giving them a very premium feel to the touch. I would also say they are true to size, which is a rarity when it comes to Zara.
I’d also wear this with wide-leg jeans and sandals when the weather warms up.
Zara never fails to impress me when it comes to classic tailoring. I was particularly drawn to the asymmetric button detail on this olive-green style.
I was surprised at how well these trousers fit. I’d still need to get the hem turned up, but you could leave them as is if you want to channel that puddle-pant look that celebs love.
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@REMIAFOLABI FOR WHO WHAT WEAR UKMy Review: I’ve always loved utilitarian wear, and cargo trousers fit this bill perfectly. This style is also having a big moment as far as trends go, and I’m here for it. I quite like how understated and simple this straight-leg iteration is compared to a lot of cargo trousers I see on the high street, making them incredibly easy to wear every day. I barely own anything in navy but was drawn to this pair out of all the neutral colours the style comes in. In terms of what footwear to wear with them, I’d always go with a pair of cool trainers or sleek black boots. I went up two sizes with these trousers, and they just about fit. So that’s something to keep in mind.
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@REMIAFOLABI FOR WHO WHAT WEAR UKMy Review: To update my wardrobe for spring, I’ve been on the lookout for a very stylish lightweight jacket that I can wear with pretty much anything. I’ve noticed Zara tends to do light quilted jackets very well… so well I managed to find two I couldn’t resist testing out for you.
First up is this khaki number. It’s short but not too cropped, and I felt that it fell at the perfect place on my body. I was impressed by the amount of extra detail on this jacket, too, boasting double pockets, drawstrings, and double fastenings with zips and buttons. One downside of this jacket is that it was a little too short for me on the sleeves. So if, like me, you have slightly longer-than-average arms, these may sit higher on the wrist for you. I’m someone who loves really long sleeves, so the arms felt quite awkward. It could have been made intentionally like that—who knows!
With the UK weather, this puffer is sure to come in handy 365 days of the year.
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@REMIAFOLABI FOR WHO WHAT WEAR UKMy Review: The second quilted-style jacket was definitely my favourite outerwear piece in the store. This is a piece I know I can get a lot of wear out of. It was surprisingly cosy and warm for something so light, making it perfect for those chilly days we often experience during spring. I can see myself wearing this with denim jeans, tailored trousers, and midi skirts—the whole lot. It even has adjustable ties so you’re able to play around with how it fits on the body, which is a great bonus in my eyes.
