These days, I try to adhere to the three E's when it comes to my outfits—elegant, effortless, and expensive-looking. There's no question that I love a chic and easy ensemble that looks luxurious, and with the temps starting to rise, I'm leaning on sleek silhouettes and elegant fabrics. Think crisp white cotton and breezy linen that will keep me cool and looking elevated. Because I don't want to spend a fortune on my warm-weather outfits this season (I have a European summer vacation to plan, after all), I'm making a beeline to H&M. Right now, its spring/summer collection is filled to the brim with elevated basics that look way more expensive than their reasonable price tags. I've scoured the site from top to bottom so you don't have to and selected 39 styles that ooze a luxe-looking vibe. Below, take a look at my affordable edit, from sophisticated flats to linen pants.
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Gathered Cap-Sleeved Top
The boat neckline and cap sleeves make this black top so chic.
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Linen-Blend Tapered Pants
Effortless and elegant linen pants at an excellent price point.
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Ribbed Bodycon Dress
Nineties chic.
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Single-Breasted Blazer
The perfect summer blazer.
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Pleated Chiffon Skirt
For an Upper East Side look.
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Long Bandeau Dress
Simple yet stunning.
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Pointed Slingbacks
We saw sophisticated flats like these all over the spring runways.
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Sheer Pants
Pants that could pass for designer.
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Linen Shirt
I love the sleeve length and easy silhouette.
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Narrow Leather Belt
I can't believe it's $20 either.
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Linen-Blend Shorts
The perfect linen shorts for summer in the city, for vacation, and beyond.
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Small Shoulder Bag
A sleek little shoulder bag.
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Draped Camisole Top
Simple elegance.
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Leather Sandals
The slides you'll reach for on repeat.
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Crêpe Satin Skirt
Lustrous satin fabrics always make an outfit look elegant.
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Satin Scarf
Tie it around your head and under your chin for a look that says you live la dolce vita.
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Linen-Blend Blazer
An elevated linen blazer will be your go-to this season.
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Dressy Linen-Blend Pants
I'll be styling these pants exactly like the model.
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Smocked-Bodice Dress
A romantic silhouette, perfect for summer.
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Oversized Poplin Shirt
The styling possibilities are endless.
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Ribbed Tube Top
A sleek strapless top for a minimalist-chic look.
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Padded Bikini Top
For your next coastal getaway.
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Draped Sleeveless Top
The draping looks so luxe.
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Straight Twill Pants
Style with similar ivory hues for a luxurious-looking outfit.
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Tapered-Waist Blouse
Simple yet striking.
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Long Jersey Skirt
A skirt you can easily dress up or down.
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Oval Sunglasses
Statement oval sunglasses that don't cost a fortune.
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Sleeveless A-Line Top
A minimal breezy top you can throw on day or night.
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Crochet-Look Dress
From beach to bar in style.
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Ribbed Tank Top
It's not summer without a great white tank top.
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Sphere-Detail Stud Earrings
Chic and modern earrings that won't break the bank.
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Striped Cotton Shirt
Style with an elegant pair of white tailored trousers for a sophisticated summer look.
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Bodysuit With Extra-Narrow Shoulder Straps
Buttery yellow is trending.
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Linen Shirt
More barely there yellow because I'm obsessed.
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Ballerina-Neckline Top
Beautiful ballerina vibes.
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Firm Shape Swimsuit
Don't underestimate the power of a classic black swimsuit.
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Lace-Trimmed Camisole Dress
Time to update your LBD for summer.
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Linen-Blend Shirt
A white linen shirt to wear over your bikini or with a pair of relaxed wide-leg pants.
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Drymove Tennis Dress
Lean into the tenniscore trend.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.