The Elevated Spring Items Worth Buying From J.Crew, Zara, and H&M | Who What Wear

Published 6 days ago• 3 minute read

Pia Mance wears a white dress with white headband and black sunglasses.

I can't count the number of times I've seen someone wearing something I love, asked where it’s from, fully expecting a high-end label, only to hear those coveted words: “It’s from Zara.” The same thing happens all the time with J.Crew and H&M, too.

While it’s easy to only focus on shopping designer, moments like this always remind me not to overlook these more affordable brands. As someone who shops for a living, I know firsthand that these retailers are full of hidden gems that look way more expensive than they are.

With spring right around the corner, I did the research for you and found the most elevated items from J.Crew, Zara, and H&M. Keep scrolling to see every chic piece I came across for the season ahead.

j.crew

Linen-Cotton Blend Tie-Back Midi Dress

When it's sunny, you can't go wrong with a long white dress to just throw on and get out the door. Perfect for going on long walks or lying out at the park.

j.crew

Cashmere Shrunken T-Shirt

j.crew

Featherweight Cashmere Cardigan

For example, one of the most-worn pieces in my closet is my black cashmere cardigan. I wear it all the time with skirts or drape it over my shoulders when I'm in dresses.

j.crew

Contrast-Stitch Midi Skirt in Cotton Poplin

White cotton skirts are staples for spring, and I like the contrast stitch on this one.

j.crew

Pointelle Crewneck Knit Cardigan

jcrew

Pleated Knee-Length Skirt in Stretch Linen Blend

I'm into this linen version of a knee-length pleated skirt.

J.Crew

Garçon Classic Shirt in Cotton Poplin

A slip skirt is timeless.

J.Crew

Maxine Button-Back Dress in Linen

You can dress this linen mini up or down.

ZARA

Soft High Collar Top

ZARA

Voluminous Soft Midi Skirt

ZARA

Short Plain Knit Dress

In the spring and summer, I'm constantly wearing halters.

ZARA

Full Midi Skirt Zw Collection

You could wear one with this A-line midi.

ZARA

Satin Effect Cut Out Dress

I always see people raving about Zara's satin-effect dresses on TikTok.

An elevated everyday top.

ZARA

Adjustable Waist Skort

I'm obsessed with skorts.

ZARA

Embroidered Midi Dress

The second the temperatures rise, flowy dresses are everywhere.

These remind me of a pair I've been eyeing from Tony Bianco.

ZARA

Ruched Strapless Dress

If you're into trends and brighter hues, everyone's saying how powder pink is going to be the biggest color of 2025. It was all over the Oscars red carpet this month, too.