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How I Shop M&S: My Secret Style Formula

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I get asked all the time how I make high-street clothes look so expensive, and my secret is almost always a very specific, very curated selection from Marks & Spencer. I don't buy everything there, but when they get it right, they really get it r...
 
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The ultimate 'Parisian chic' find. This collarless jacquard jacket is a masterclass in making the high street look high-end. With its intricate rose texture and polished gold buttons, it has that structured, archival feel that usually costs a fortune...
Buy Jacquard Collarless Jacket at Marks & Spencer
 
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Movement and texture are everything this season, and this Autograph top delivers both so effortlessly. The fringed finish gives it such a tactile, high-end feel, while the twist-back detail adds a modern surprise that keeps it from being just another...
Buy Relaxed Fringe Twist Back Detail Top at Marks & Spencer
 
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If you picked up the fringe top, these are the matching wide-leg trousers that complete the look—but honestly, they’re a statement all on their own. The all-over fringing adds such an incredible architectural movement to every step, and because they’...
Buy Fringe Wide Leg Trousers at Marks & Spencer
 
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There’s something so timeless about a circle skirt, and the checked print on this one gives it a really cool, heritage feel. It’s 100% cotton, so it has that structured A-line shape that looks incredibly polished but feels breathable. I love how it c...
Buy Pure Cotton Checked Midi A-Line Circle Skirt at Marks & Spencer
 
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The 'everything' trouser. These straight-leg pants have been my secret for years when I need to look professional but feel like I’m wearing leggings. The added stretch is a total game-changer for long days, and the high-waisted, straight-cut silhouet...
Buy Straight Leg Trousers with Stretch at Marks & Spencer
 
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There’s nothing quite as versatile as a lace-trim cami, but this Per Una version feels particularly special. The mix of sheer lace and scalloped satin panels gives it such a romantic, vintage-inspired look that still feels modern. It’s one of those p...
Buy Satin Lace Scallop Trim Cami Top at Marks & Spencer
 
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"If you want to do animal print the 'Quiet Luxury' way, this Per Una midi is the answer. The snake print is subtle and sophisticated, paired with a soft V-neck and delicate frill details that keep it feeling feminine rather than bold. The tiered skir...
Buy Snake Print V-Neck Frill Detail Midi Dress at Marks & Spencer
 
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"The perfect 'desk-to-dinner' hero. This sleeveless top features a stunning panel of sequins that catches the light beautifully without being over-the-top. The regular fit and keyhole back make it so comfortable and easy to wear, whether you’re layer...
Buy Sparkly Sequin Detail Top at Marks & Spencer
 
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"The piece your wardrobe has been missing. This collarless jersey waistcoat is the ultimate layering hero for that 'Quiet Luxury' aesthetic. It’s structured enough to look sharp but has just the right amount of stretch so you don't feel restricted. I...
Buy Jersey Collarless Waistcoat at Marks & Spencer
 
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"The definition of effortless. These linen-rich wide-leg trousers are my go-to for that 'vacation in the Hamptons' vibe. The side-stripe detail gives them a subtle sporty-chic edge, while the elasticated drawstring waist means you don't have to sacri...
Buy Linen Rich Side Detail Wide Leg Trousers at Marks & Spencer
 
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"Nothing says 'boss' quite like a pinstripe, but the wide-leg cut keeps these feeling fresh and modern rather than stuffy. They have a single pleat at the front which gives them that beautiful, crisp drape, and the high-waisted fit is incredibly flat...
Buy Pinstripe Single Pleat Wide Leg Trousers at Marks & Spencer
 
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"The slip skirt is a total 'Quiet Luxury' essential, and this animal-print maxi version brings a sophisticated edge to a classic silhouette. It’s designed in a sleek, regular fit with an elasticated waistband, so it feels as comfortable as it looks p...
Buy Animal Print Maxi Slip Skirt at Marks & Spencer
 
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Benable Note: "A striking print can instantly wake up a neutral wardrobe, and this button-through shirt does it with total elegance. It’s cut in a classic regular fit with a sharp collar and cuffed long sleeves, making it professional enough for the...
Buy Printed Collared Button Through Shirt at Marks & Spencer
 
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"The kind of top that makes getting dressed in the morning entirely effortless. This ribbed piece is a masterclass in 'Quiet Luxury' basics—the twist-front detail and elegant neckline add immediate visual interest without needing extra accessories. I...
Buy Ribbed Twist Front Top at Marks & Spencer
 
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"The ultimate in relaxed sophistication. These wide-leg trousers are made from a cotton-lyocell blend, giving them a beautiful, fluid drape and a soft, 'lived-in' feel thanks to the garment-dyeing process. The high, elasticated waist makes them incre...
Buy Lyocell Blend Pull On Wide Leg Trousers at Marks & Spencer
 
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The ultimate 'it-girl' bag that actually fits your essentials. This baguette bag is a masterclass in 'Quiet Luxury'—it has that sleek, skinny 90s silhouette that’s so on-trend, but the buckle detail on the shoulder strap gives it a modern, high-end t...
Buy Buckle Baguette Bag at Marks & Spencer
 
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The perfect daily companion for the woman who needs to carry her world with her. This slouchy tote bag combines a modern, oversized silhouette with a standout animal print in a soft suedette finish. It’s incredibly roomy, making it ideal for everythi...
Buy Suedette Animal Print Slouchy Tote Bag at Marks & Spencer