When it comes to shopping at Zara, I can safely call myself a bonafide expert at this point. As Who What Wear's associate fashion director I cover all the chicest finds from the trendy Spanish retailer weekly, and over half of my closet is made up of trend-forward fashion finds from the cool and affordable retailer. I shop the brand whenever I need a wardrobe refresh, or a dose of fashion inspiration. In short, I'm Zara-obsessed.
This week, Zara dropped a whole host of chic new spring styles that I'm already indisputably excited about. Included are pieces that hit on the spring season's biggest trends (think sporty jackets, suede sneakers, and preppy polos) that are guaranteed to add a fashion-forward touch to your new-season wardrobe. Below, I'm sharing 7 Zara trends that I—and I'd hazard a guess every fashion editor on our team—would buy from Zara this season, as well as the trends I'm skipping for now. If you're looking to give your wardrobe a refresh with of-the-moment pieces, then keep scrolling below.

One trend Zara is 100% backing this spring? Suede. From cool barn jackets to soft sneakers, the Spanish retailer is offering a whole host of chic styles that will add a luxe touch to our looks this spring.

Slingbacks are here to stay for spring, and this season Zara is bringing us the silhouette with runway-approved details such as T-bar and thong silhouettes—as well as slingbacks in this season's must-have colors. I'm saying sayonara to my chunky platforms and choosing this elegant style for the season ahead.

The fashion set have been embracing preppy polos thanks to their presence on the runways for the past few seasons, and the trend is only growing more popular this spring. I'll be stowing away my puff sleeve tops and opting for a striped polo or one in this season's biggest color trends such as buttermilk or cerulean blue.

Once associated with cringe-worthy 2000s-era style, peplum tops are making a fresh comeback thanks to designers such as Khaite, Alaïa, and Jil Sander. There are plenty of cool new styles at Zara from knits to jackets—that are inspiring us to play with peplum shapes this spring.

Windbreakers, anoraks, soft shells, and zip-ups are set to dominate in 2025 thanks to a whole host of designers showcasing jackets with a sporty sensibility on the runways. I'm setting aside cropped leather moto and biker jackets for now and opting for a sporty silhouette that can be styled with everything from romantic dresses to chic tailoring.

Buying: Coastal Cool Styles

Skipping: Cottagecore Styles

According to the runways—and now, Zara—it's all about coastal cool vibes this spring. This season we're seeing a blend of nautical style with East Coast prep, offering looks that embody breezy, effortlessly cool style. Lean into Breton stripe sweaters and tees, crisp button-downs, lightweight linen pants, and wind-resistant jackets to tap into the trend.

Buying: Soft Power Pieces

Skipping: Office Siren Pieces

I'm leaving the office siren behind for spring and embracing new tailoring codes for 2025. Think soft power dressing—powerful suiting reimagined in relaxed silhouettes that are sophisticated and elevated. Zara has plenty of options that oozes a womenswear-meets-menswear take on work style.