The Best Wardrobe Staples to Snap Up in the High Street Sales This January

It’s sale time and we all love to snap up a bargain. However, nobody wants to make impulse purchases under the influence of slashed prices, only to regret it later. One great way to ensure you will love and cherish your sale purchase is to ensure you select the most coveted of wardrobe staples. Those pieces you will re-wear year after year, without a doubt, and have been eyeing up all season. A timeless tailored coat, staple winter boot, or premium knit for example. We have trawled many (so many) pages of your favourite high street sales to bring you our pick of the pieces you will love and cherish this season and next.

Arket black quilted shawl collar jacket. Styled with a standing shawl collar and hidden double breast buttoning, this quilted jacket is cut for an oversized fit. With a shell and lining made from recycled polyamide and padding made of recycled polyester, the jacket offers water repellent and insulating properties. Pocket at side seams and snap button closure at front.
Arket Quilted Shawl Collar Jacket, (£119) £71

If you still haven’t acquired the perfect quilted jacket, this Arket shawl collar version could be for you.

Arket Balck and Off White Breton Jumper knitted in a half cardigan stitch from a blend of organic cotton and responsible wool (cert. CU810300RAF-01.2020). Styled with a high collar and buttoning at left-hand shoulder. Relaxed fit.
Arket Cotton Wool Jumper, (£109) £65

A perfectly oversized Breton jumper will never go out of style.

Arket Beige Double breasted blazer in RWS-certified wool (cert. ICEA- RAF-2019-022). Cut for a slightly oversized fit and styled with two welt pockets at front. The wool fabric is a hopsack construction – a loose basket weave with a subtle geometric texture that makes the garment durable and airy, naturally resistant to wrinkling.
Arket Double Breasted Hopsack Blazer, (£159) £95

The cult Arket hopsack blazer is so spring-ready in beige.

Arket black Knitted wool midi dress featuring a ribbed texture – a narrow rib at the top and a wider rib at the bottom. A long-sleeve style with fold-up cuffs. Cut to fall above the ankle. Made from a responsible wool blend (cert. CU815571RAF-01.2021). Unlined.
Arket Knitted Wool Blend Dress, (£149) £104

A knitted dress is an autumn/winter staple.

Arket cream Knitted hoodie made from a super fine alpaca blend. Featuring a long, oversized fit and detailed with rib-knitted cuffs and hemline. Drawstring at hood.
Arket Oversized Alpaca Blend Hoodie, (£79) £55

For luxe lounge looks this oversized cream alpaca blend hoodie is a must.

Arket Long-sleeve dress made from an all-over printed weave. Designed for a regular fit with a cut-and-sewn detail at waist and a bias-cut bottom with an asymmetrical hemline. Slit with single button at back of neck and at end of sleeves. The buttons are made of mother of pearl – which means that this product contains non-textile parts of animal origin. Concealed zip at side seam. Unlined. Print design by artist Jacob Grönbech Jensen.
Arket Printed Asymmetrical Dress, £109 £55

This monochromatic swirl print midi dress is the perfect throw-on dress for autumn/winter.

Arket black oversized fleece pull over anorak. Anorak crafted from a warming fleece made of recycled polyester. Cut to fall above the knee and designed with A-line sleeves. Detailed with slits at sides, front pockets and half zip at front.
Arket Fleece Anorak, (£79) £55

What is not to love about this oversized pull-on fleece anorak?

Arket black Leather shirt crafted in a patchwork technique with zigzag stitching. Styled with a regular shirt collar, front buttoning, curved hemline and buttoned cuffs. Regular fit.
Arket Leather Shirt, £299 £209

A classic leather shirt with a patchwork twist.

Arket black leather chunky sole chelsea boots. Made in Italy, these elegant yet functional boots are made from vegetable-tanned leather on a contrasting outsole with deep lugs for added traction. The upper is designed with a rounded toe cap and a tubular shaft with elastic panels.
Arket Chunky-Sole Leather Boots, (£190) £133

Chunky sole leather Chelsea boots will never be a fashion misstep.

COS white cotton-poplin tunic shirt is designed to fall loosely over the body. A modern wardrobe staple, it has an extended pointed collar, chest patch pocket and a curved hem. Wear it buttoned up or style it open and layered over a vest or tee.
COS COTTON-POPLIN TUNIC SHIRT, (£79) £55.30

What is more classic than a white cotton shirt? The wide sleeves on this one are a great detail.

COS black mini dress made of contrasting panels - the front is glossy satin and the back is comfortable jersey. It has a rounded neck, a central seam for structure and fastens with a concealed zip closure to keep the silhouette streamlined.
COS PANELLED SATIN MINI DRESS, (£69) £48.30

This high shine black satin LBD would be a such a great addition to your dress collection.

COS double breasted blazer crafted from pure traceable wool in a charcoal-grey hue, this double-breasted blazer fastens with tonal buttons for a uniform colour. It's tailored with high peak lapels, shoulder darts and a pair of front flap pockets.
COS DOUBLE-BREASTED WOOL BLAZER, £150 £105

Timeless tailoring is always a wise investment.

COS v neck patch pocket cardigan. Crafted from a traceable wool and alpaca blend, this beige cardigan is designed for a relaxed fit enhanced by dropped shoulders. It fastens with durable corozo buttons and has neat ribbed trims.
COS V-NECK PATCH-POCKET CARDIGAN, (£79) £39.50

Chic knitwear that can be layered between winter and spring will get so much wear.

COS Black oversized faux shearling jacket. More sustainably crafted from recycled polyester in black, this modern faux shearling jacket is cut for an oversized fit with dropped shoulders, an exaggerated collar and wide lapels. The concealed press-stud closure creates a minimal silhouette.
COS OVERSIZED FAUX SHEARLING JACKET, (£135) £94.50

This COS faux shearling jacket looks so cosy and delicious.

COS relaxed fit corduroy trench coat. Crafted from wide-waled cotton-blend corduroy, this beige coat is a reimagining of the classic trench. You'll still find the key features of the original, such as the storm flap, self-fabric belt and buttoned back vent, but this style is modernised with oversized lapels and free of hardware for a streamlined finish.
COS RELAXED-FIT CORDUROY TRENCH COAT, (£180) £108

A corduroy twist on the classic trench.

COS black midi dress made from traceable wool-crepe with a hint of stretch so it comfortably wraps around the body. It's designed with a V-neckline, dropped shoulders and a belted waist that fastens with a metal D-ring. Considered finishes include buttoned cuffs and discreet side slip pockets
COS WOOL-CREPE WRAP DRESS, £115 £80.50

So chic and so flattering looking.

COS striped rollneck jumper in white and cream. Crafted from a soft blend of wool and cotton, this timeless striped jumper is the perfect layering piece for cooler days. It comes in a light beige and has a rollneck.
COS STRIPED ROLLNECK JUMPER, (£79) £39.50

Another classic knit option from COS.

COS black oversized mock teddy sweatshirt made from recycled fabric, this soft black sweatshirt cocoons the body for an oversized fit and features a mock neck and ribbed trims. The cosy teddy texture is perfect for when the temperature drops.
COS OVERSIZED MOCK-NECK TEDDY SWEATSHIRT, £69 £48.30

You will never want to take this cosy teddy sweatshirt off.

& Other Stories black Velvet mini dress featuring an open back and buttoned closure. Invisible side zip closure. Fully lined.
& Other Stories Velvet Open Back Party Dress, (£95) £40

A black velvet mini dress will be a firm favourite in your winter party wear rotation.

& Other Stories black Platform sandals with thin ankle straps, buckle closure and rounded closed toe.
& Other Stories Flared Heel Platform Slingbacks, £100 £60

As will these platform sling-backs.

& Other Stories Double breasted coat in black and white check with a long, '80s inspired silhouette. Duo welt pockets. Buttoned cuffs.
& Other Stories Double Breasted Coat, (£225) £175

This tailored check coat is so timeless.

& Other Stories black knit fitted midi dress featuring crossover keyhole detailing cut out off-shoulder neckline with polo neck finished with asymmetric hemline.  Trumpet flared sleeves
& Other Stories Fitted Keyhole Midi Dress, £120 £75

This amazing cut-out knitted midi dress also comes in zesty orange, but the black is a wardrobe staple with a twist you will get so much wear out of.

& Other Stories black knee-high leather boots. Knee-high leather boots with slim heels and a squared toebox.
& Other Stories Knee High Leather Boots, £239 £130

There are a few sizes left in these knee-high leather boots. Run don’t walk.

& Other Stories turquoise Turtleneck top with a fitted silhouette.
& Other Stories Turtleneck Wool Top, £55 £28

A turtleneck is a transitional layering essential and this turquoise one will bring a pop of colour to your winter outfits.

& Other Stories Crafted from organic cotton these jeans feature a full-length straight leg and a classic 5-pocket silhouette.• Straight leg
• Rigid
• Organic cotton
• Zip and button fly
& Other Stories Straight Full Length Jeans, £75 £40

Straight leg jeans will never go out of style.

& Other Stories light beige Relaxed half-zip jumper with a ribbed finish and lace-up detailing at the sides.
& Other Stories Half-Zip Lace-Up Jumper, £120 £95

The lace-up detailing on this half-zip jumper gives it a twist.

& Other Stories black Single button blazer with a v-cut, collarless finish and relaxed silhouette. Shoulder pads. Duo welt pockets. Single welt pocket at the chest
& Other Stories Collarless Single Button Blazer, £135 £70

This minimalist blazer will become a trusty wardrobe staple. Minimalist and low-key looks with 90s and 00s undertones are still key in SS23 and this & Other Stories blazer will be perfect for getting the look.

& Other Stories Large wool blanket scarf with a fringe trim in caramel toned beige. Dimensions of scarf: 200cm x 60cm
& Other Stories Fringed Wool Blanket Scarf, £65 £40

A wool blanket scarf to go with everything is always a wise choice from winter to spring.

& Other Stories Mini skirt featuring a curved side seam and slit finished with a zipped back closure. Fully lined
& Other Stories Side Slit Mini Skirt, £75 £55

A staple mini you won’t stop wearing now with tights and knee-high boots and later with bare legs.

& Other Stories Fitted low waist mini skirt featuring a pleated finish. Button and hook and bar closure and belt loops.
& Other Stories Pleated Mini Skirt, £65 £40

This pleated mini skirt is also so cute.

& Other Stories Fitted velvet v-neck blouse traced with a five button front, gathered bust line and long puffed sleeves.
& Other Stories Fitted Velvet Puff Sleeve Blouse, £85 £50

Leopard print never goes out of style and neither will this puff sleeve blouse that will always look great with jeans.

& Other Stories black Structured rectangular leather crossbody bag featuring a padded handle and adjustable shoulder strap. Dimensions of bag: 24cm x 12cm x 7cm
& Other Stories Croc Embossed Leather Crossbody Bag, £120 £75

This croc embossed bag looks so expensive.

H&M cream Single-breasted jacket in soft teddy. Relaxed fit with wide notch lapels and buttons at the front. Gently dropped shoulders, long sleeves, welt front pockets and a straight-cut hem. Lined.
H&M Single-breasted teddy jacket, £69.99 £35

We still love this cosy looking teddy jacket and now its even more of a steal.

H&M red Premium Selection
Short jumper in soft, rib-knit wool containing some cashmere with a high collar, dropped shoulders and extra-long sleeves.
H&M Rib-knit wool jumper, £79.99 £60.00

A colour pop jumper is always a staple to lift your winter outfits.

H&M Premium Selection High profile black Chelsea boots with elastic gores in the sides and a loop front and back. Cotton twill linings and soles that are fluted underneath. Heel 5 cm.
H&M High profile Chelsea boots, £79.99 £60.00

These Chelsea boots will be your go-to footwear every autumn/winter.

H&M black quilted tie belt Calf-length coat in a quilted weave with a round neckline, concealed buttons down the front, a tie belt at the waist and patch front pockets. Dropped shoulders, long sleeves and a straight-cut hem with a slit in the sides. Lined.
H&M Quilted tie-belt coat, £49.99 £28

A quilted coat is always a good choice when the temperature drops and this belted one has a great silhouette. This quilted coat with scarf is also worth a look.

H&M blue denim Dungarees in slightly stretchy, washed denim with adjustable straps that have a metal buckle, and buttons at the sides. Chest pocket, front and back pockets and straight legs.
H&M Denim dungarees, £39.99 £25.00

Yes please.

H&M Short dress in woven fabric with a collar, concealed buttons down the front, dropped shoulders and long sleeves that have wide cuffs with a slit. Tapered waist with pleats to create a defined silhouette.
H&M Tapered-waist shirt dress, £19.99 £8.00

This tapered waist shirt dress also comes in spring-ready white.

H&M red rib knit top made from a viscose blend with a sweetheart neckline, long sleeves and straight hem.
H&M Rib-knit top, £18.99 £11.00

A skinny rib knit is always a great transitional piece, especially in a fun colour like this spicy red. It could be so easily dressed up or down too with the sweetheart neckline.

H&M Premium Selection
Knee-length coat in woven fabric made from a wool blend. Relaxed fit with peak lapels and a one-button fastening at the front. Fake welt chest pocket and jetted front pockets with a flap. Long sleeves with decorative buttons at the cuffs, and a single back vent. Lined.
H&M Wool-blend coat, £119.99 £96.00

This expensive looking coat will never go out of style.

H&M 5-pocket jeans in sturdy cotton denim with a high waist, zip fly and button and straight legs for the perfect 90s vibe.
H&M Straight High Jeans, £34.99 £23.00

Chic denim.

H&M Premium Selection
Hat in soft, rib-knit cashmere with a wide turn-up at the hem in cream.
H&M Rib-knit cashmere hat, £39.99 £32.00

This staple cashmere hat also comes in black.

H&M Premium Selection Single-breasted, calf-length coat in woven fabric made from a wool blend in olive green. Notch lapels, buttons at the front, shoulder pads and long sleeves with decorative buttons at the cuffs. Welt chest pocket, jetted front pockets with a flap, and a single back vent. Lined.
H&M Wool-blend coat, £139.99 £110.00

This olive shade wool blend coat would make a great addition to your coat rotation.

H&M Cardigan in a soft rib knit with a collar, buttons at the front and long sleeves. Ribbing down the button placket and at the cuffs and hem. This cardigan comes in a grey marl and can be worn with the matching mini skirt.
H&M Collared rib-knit cardigan, £29.99 £18.00

This rib knit cardigan makes such a great set with the matching knitted mini skirt. The red set is also rather delicious but doesn’t have too many sizes left.

H&M V-neck cardigan knitted in a soft mohair blend. Low dropped shoulders, long sleeves and buttons down the front. Ribbing down the button placket and around the cuffs and hem.
H&M Mohair-blend cardigan, £49.99 £30.00

This mohair blend cardigan is so classic in camel.

H&M Studio Collection
Studio Collection. Short jumper in a rib knit with woven sections. Round neckline, large, rounded shoulders and shaped, extra-long sleeves.
H&M Cropped jumper, £69.99 £45.00

So cool.

Monki long beige faux-fur teddy coat is like an ever-lasting hug. A long teddy coat with a shirt collar, button up fastening and two slant pockets.
Monki Long beige teddy coat, £85 £50 

A beige teddy coat is another cosy classic you won’t want to take off in the colder months.

Navy blue and white striped crew neck knitted sweater from monki. Lon sleeves, relaxed fit and semi cropped length.
Monki Navy blue striped knitted sweater, £30 £18 

I love the contrast stripes on this knitted Monki sweater.

Monki soft and flowy skirt in a midi-length and a black and beige printed silk-feel fabric. Featuring a hidden side zip. All in all – a classy number, perfect for those desk to dinner occasions.
Monki Black & beige zebra satin midi skirt,  £30 £20

Move quickly on this zebra print satin. midi skirt as it’s selling fast.

Mango black and white flecked knit mini dress with long sleeves relaxed fit and crew neck.
Mango Flecked jersey dress, £59.99 £39.99

Throw this on with tights and knee boots for comfy but chic winter looks.

Mango black oversized Cotton-blend trench coat WITH Peak lapel with notch. Button fastening on the front section. Adjustable belt. Back slit. Loops. Long buttoned sleeve. Inner lining.
Mango Oversized cotton trench coat, £89.99 £ 69.99

A trench coat is always a wise investment.

Mango brown faux leather shearling lined coat. Heavy structure. Double-sided design. Faux shearling collar. Oversize design. Two front pockets. Zip fastening on the front section. Long sleeve.
Mango Faux shearling-lined coat £ 119.99 £ 89.99

Shearling jackets have been everywhere this season and this one looks far pricier than it is.

Mango premium wool coat with handmade belt. Dark olive green, double breasted, front welt pockets and hand tied belt.
Mango PREMIUM Wool coat with handmade belt, £199.99 £ 139.99

So nice.

Mango black wool high neck slim fit long sleeve mock neck t shirt.
Mango Wool long sleeve t-shirt, £ 22.99 £17.99

This wool long sleeved t-shirt with high neck is a great layering piece. This midnight blue option would also make a great choice and is such a nice colour.

Mango green Thick knitted fabric. Knitted braided fabric. Straight design. High collar. Long sleeve. Cable knit finish.
Mango Braided sweater with perkins neck, £35.99 £ 19.99

A cable knit sweater in this fresh shade of green will cheer up all your winter looks.

Mango black leather tote bag. Premium leather fabric 100% bovine leather. 100% nappa leather. Short strap. Tote design. Two-way zip fastening. Large. Inner lining.
Mango Leather strap tote bag, £ 139.99 £79.99

The sales are a great time to invest in premium quality accessories you can wear season after season, like this leather tote bag.

Mango oversize wool coat. Straight design. Midi design. Oversize design. Lapel-collar V-neck collar. Long sleeve. Two side pockets. Back-slit hem. Button fastening on the front section. Inner lining.
Mango Oversize wool coat, £109.99 £79.99

This oversized wool coat is a classic that will go with everything.

Next up get ahead of the game and check out the most amazing spring-ready buys you can already snap up in the January sales……

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