If you’d told me ten years ago that I’d be checking M&S’s new-in section on a weekly basis, I wouldn’t have believed you. The brand’s reinvention is hardly new at this point, but what is surprising is just how consistently good it continues to be.
Every time I scroll through the latest arrivals, there’s something worth noting; from the now-viral spring jackets to petite-friendly staples that genuinely deliver on fit, it’s become one of those rare high-street destinations where you can reliably find pieces that feel both current and timeless.
What M&S does particularly well is take everyday basics and elevate them in subtle, thoughtful ways. The jackets are a perfect example: clean silhouettes, softly structured shapes and small design details, a funnel neck here, a refined print there that make them feel far more polished than your average throw-on layer. The same applies to blouses and dresses, where understated touches like embroidery or gentle ruching give otherwise simple pieces a more elevated finish.
Jeans, too, are a consistent strength. From classic straight-leg and wide-leg styles in soft spring shades to more directional barrel cuts, the offering is both comprehensive and easy to wear. And then there’s the footwear. Loafers, ballet flats, sandals, all familiar silhouettes, but with just enough refinement to make them feel considered rather than basic. It’s this ability to subtly elevate the everyday that sets M&S apart right now.
Below, I’ve pulled together the chicest M&S spring pieces worth adding to your wardrobe.
Shop The Best M&S Spring Staples
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Pure Cotton Broderie Tie Front Blouse
A broderie blouse is one of those pieces that instantly makes an outfit feel more considered.
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The Wide-Leg Jeans
A great pair of wide-leg jeans is the backbone of a modern wardrobe, and this dark indigo pair feels particularly polished.
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Linen Rich Round Neck Strappy Midi Swing Dress
This is exactly the kind of dress you reach for on warm days when you want something easy but still put-together.
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Cotton Rich Trench Coat
A trench coat is a non-negotiable for spring, and this version feels particularly wearable.
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Cotton Rich Button Through Cropped Cardigan
Wear over dresses, with high-waisted trousers or layered over a simple tank.
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High Waisted Wide Leg Jeans
If you’re looking to update your denim for spring, ecru is always a good place to start.
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Pure Cotton Drop Waist Midi Waisted Dress
The drop-waist silhouette is quietly trending this season, and this version feels particularly easy to wear.
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Pure Cotton Embroidered Striped Shirt
A striped shirt is a wardrobe classic, but the embroidery adds a subtle point of difference.
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Suede Loafers
The viral loafers are back for spring.
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Linen Rich Pleated Puff Sleeve Top
A white top is a spring essential, but it’s the small details that make it feel elevated.
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Checked Shirred Bodice Midi Skater Dress
This is one of those dresses that does all the work for you. The shirred bodice creates a great fit, while the checked print gives it a slightly more playful, spring-ready feel.
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Single Pleat Wide Leg Trousers With Linen
Lightweight tailoring is key for spring, and these wide-leg trousers are exactly the kind of piece you’ll wear on repeat.
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Cotton Rich Satin Look Bomber Jacket
Bomber jackets continue to dominate this season, and this satin-look version feels like a more elevated take on the trend.
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Mid Rise Barrel Jeans
Barrel-leg jeans are still going strong, and this pair offers an easy way to try the silhouette.
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Woven Flat Mary Jane Ballet Pumps
Ballet flats are firmly back, and this woven Mary Jane style feels especially fresh.
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Linen Rich Drawstring Wide Leg Trousers
Trust me: M&S linen trousers are elite.
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Pure Ramie Godet Midi Skirt
A lightweight midi skirt is a spring staple, and this ramie version feels particularly refined.
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Pure Cotton Striped Midi Cami Dress
This is the definition of an easy spring dress.
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Faux Leather Collarless Jacket
A collarless jacket always feels a little more polished than your average layer.