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Best brands and style picks for a premium high‑street wardrobe

Author: Stylist at TellarDate: 2025

1. Premium Outerwear: Invested Elegance

Key Pieces:

  • Tailored trenches and coats: Look for unlined gabardine for that polished yet easy layer.

  • Wool-blend blazers: Aim for comfort with structure—perfect for desk-to-date transitions.

  • Shackets and mid-weight coats: Versatile layering in seasonal fabrics.

Best High-Street Picks:

  • COS & Massimo Dutti for Scandinavian minimalism.

  • & Other Stories for polished cuts with personality.

  • Reiss for investment-level quality.

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2. Tailored Trousers & Smart Bottoms

Wardrobe Staples:

  • Wide-leg suiting trousers – drapey, stylish, and nice with sneakers or heels.

  • Cropped, straight-leg pants – show just the ankle—modern and elongating.

  • Tonal ponte joggers – merge comfort and polish.

Brands to Watch:

  • Arket and Mango Premium for wear-anywhere tailoring.

  • Zara Studio and Hobbs for runway-level fabrics on the high‑street.

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3. Elevated Knitwear

Top Picks:

  • Merino roll‑necks – sleek, great under all layers.

  • Chunky cardigans – perfect for texture and warmth.

  • Fine-gauge cashmere – lightweight luxury.

Go-To Brands:

  • John Smedley for premium knit tradition.

  • Uniqlo U for minimal, high-quality knit essentials.

  • Marks & Spencer & & Other Stories for tonal layering.

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4. Shoes & Sneakers

Must-Have Types:

  • Minimal leather sneakers – clean and versatile.

  • Loafers or mules – office-ready.

  • Lug‑soled Chelsea boots – chic and practical.

Reliable Brands:

  • Clarks & Vagabond for comfort and style.

  • Office Premium for elevated high-street picks.

  • Adidas Stan Smith/Supercourt for timeless sport-luxe.

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5. Structured Bags & Accessories

Statement Bags:

  • Boxy totes with smart organization.

  • Minimal, sculptural crossbody styles.

  • Leather belt pouches for hands-free ease.

Accessory Picks:

  • Silk scarves to elevate neutral tones.

  • Minimal gold jewellery – hoops, chain necklaces.

  • Classic sunglasses – cat-eye, oversized.

Brands:

  • Cuyana, Whistles, and M&S Collection for refined yet affordable accessories.

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6. Premium Basics & Tees

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Foundational Layers:

  • High-quality cotton or linen tees.

  • Relaxed half-sleeve button-ups.

  • Breton stripes for casual polish.

Brands:

  • Everlane for ethically priced essentials.

  • Uniqlo, COS, and Arket for minimalist staples.

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7. Seasonal Style Tweaks

  • Warm Weather: Linen dresses, wide-leg trousers, espadrilles, minimal layers.

  • Cooler Months: Layered knits + shackets, trench coats, structured coats, chunky boots.

  • Transitional Pieces: Cropped roll-necks, mid-weight shackets, ankle-grazing trousers.

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8. Smart Spending: Where to Invest

Item

High‑Street Pick

Luxury Investment

Outerwear

COS trench

Aquascutum or Mackintosh

Blazer/Knit

Uniqlo U knit, M&S

John Smedley cashmere

Trousers

Mango Premium, Arket

Max Mara Weekend or Theory

Footwear

Clarks or Vagabond

Grenson, Church’s

Structured Bag

Whistles, M&S

Cuyana carryall

Accessories

Zara Accessories

Monica Vinader jewelry

Takeaway: Prioritize visibility and utility—outerwear, shoes, bags. Refresh basics seasonally to stay current without overspending.


9. Why Premium High-Street Works

  1. Balanced Quality — Better fabrics and details than fast fashion, at reasonable prices.

  2. Fashion Responsiveness — New drops each season keep your closet refreshed.

  3. Sustainable Options — COS, Arket, Everlane emphasise materials and slower design.

  4. Fit First, Always — Tellar ensures every piece fits, no returns, no wasted budget.


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Final Take

Premium high-street fashion delivers the best of all worlds—quality, style, and value. By investing thoughtfully and sizing accurately, you can build a wardrobe that's stylish, sustainable, and sophisticated. Let Tellar be your sizing sidekick—ensuring every high-street hero fits flawlessly.

Happy styling! 

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