5 Expensive-Looking Items New on The High-Street That Look Designer

Expensive-Looking Items This Week

We love a designer splurge as much as the next woman, but sometimes the most expensive-looking pieces come straight from the high street. This week, our editors scoured COS, H&M, M&S, Reiss, and Mint Velvet to find the pieces that promise maximum polish with minimal spend. Think tailored coats, buttery knitwear, and handbags that could easily pass for quiet luxury staples. Here’s the only expensive-looking items add to your basket before everyone else does.

COS – The Funnel-Neck Knit

COS has a knack for making simple pieces feel architectural, and this season’s funnel-neck sweater is no exception. The exaggerated funnel neck and oversized cuffs give it that Loro Piana energy — at a fraction of the cost. Pair it with wide-leg trousers and leather boots for a clean, expensive finish.

H&M – Fine-knit Midi Skirt

H&M new season range is having a moment, and the brand’s high-waisted Fine-knit midi skirt is the standout. With its sleek A-line cut it looks far more premium than its under-£30 price tag suggests. Add a cream knit and slingback heels to nail the “old-money” vibe.

M&S – The Tailored Coat

Marks & Spencer has delivered another outerwear win. The new Textured Belted Longline Trench Coat is iconic. The sharp tailoring and waist-defining belt make it look infinitely more expensive than it is perfect for layering over jeans and loafers.

Reiss – The Ruched Maxi-Dress

If there’s one piece that screams quiet luxury right now, it’s Reiss’s Ruched Maxi-dress in taupe. It channels The Row’s minimalism without the four-figure price tag. Pair with barely-there heels for dinner dates, or layer under a chunky knit for day-to-night polish.

Mint Velvet – The Sling Bag

Accessories can make or break an outfit, and Mint Velvet’s Dolly Brown Textured Suede Scoop Sling Bag instantly elevates any look. Structured, understated, and in the perfect deep chocolate tone, it rivals pieces you’d find at Strathberry or DeMellier but at a far more affordable price.

Why These Expensive-Looking Items Work

The trick to finding expensive-looking items on the high street lies in cut, fabric, and finish. Tailoring, subtle textures, and timeless neutrals will always look pricier than bright prints or fussy details. This week’s expensive-looking items edit proves you can achieve a rich-girl wardrobe without designer price tags.

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