There’s no question that Zara has positioned itself as the ultimate fast fashion retailer when it comes to offering uber trendy clothes at affordable prices. Whether you’re looking for professional attire, a slinky dress to wear for a night out, or killer denim, the Spanish brand will always come through with a multitude of solid options. Probably more options than would actually be healthy for your wallet, to be honest. (We’ve all been there.)
What makes Zara even more notable is the fact that its demographic spans all ages, styles, and price points. From Top Ramen-eating college kids to iconic fashion editors, literally everyone on earth shops at the store. Because its clothing really is that good.
Zara has been critiqued before for ripping off other designers’ designs. And while that’s obviously problematic, it’s impossible to deny that retailers basing their seasonal collections off of what has been shown on the runways of Milan, Paris, London and New York is at the crux of how fast fashion—ALL fast fashion—operates. Consumers want to be able to emanate what’s on the runways without having to sell their left kidneys. And no one allows them to do so better than Zara, who earlier this year reported a 10 percent jump in net profit as well as plans to close their smaller stores and open bigger locations. In an age when retailers are struggling to keep their doors open, much less expand their shops, that’s saying something.
Knowing just how huge of an impact Zara has had on the global fashion industry and personal style, we decided to look into the retailer’s best-sellers of the year and current season in order to expedite your year-end shopping spree. Their current fall/winter collection is one of the best lineups we’ve ever seen them churn out, so prepare to completely revamp your winter wardrobe. Here are 10 of our favorite pieces.
