Every fashion editor abides by one shopping motto: The best pieces can be found anywhere. You can stumble upon the perfect pair of designer shoes on sale or find a trendy handbag secondhand. In short, you never know what you’ll find, so you have to be willing to search. And while there are many great places to find gems (what would we do without Nordstrom?), Free People is the one not-so-obvious place our editors swear by for finding the best pieces. Yes, the stereotype around this retailer is bohemian-inspired dresses and cowboy boots, but it offers so much more than that. I can’t tell you how often my colleagues or I have worn something from Free People and garnered serious compliments and inquiries about where we got the piece. You can find some seriously luxe pieces that lend themselves well to becoming springtime staples. Need proof? Ahead, I scoured through the site to find the 40 best new arrivals worth buying right now. From classic suiting to maxi dresses, your new favorite piece just might be at Free People.
Who knew such a chic suiting set could be found at Free People?
Retro sneakers are having a moment, so this is the perfect purchase.
Meet your new go-to white dress.
Okay, how cute is this bag?
I can imagine Dua Lipa wearing this set.
I love a plaid-blazer moment.
Linen trousers always look luxe.
You’d never expect a chic pair of oxfords to be hiding at Free People.
The floral print on this dress looks like a watercolor painting.
They had me at the ruched bodice.
I love a little beaded shoulder bag.
Hello, perfect sweaterdress.
Is it even spring if you don’t have a cute white top?
Nothing beats a great pair of jeans.
Peep-toe platform mules are a must-have for spring.
Cottagecore vibes.
Suiting separates are still trending, so you’ll want to invest in a cute vest.
I want to wear this in the South of France—please and thank you.
Trench coats always give off rich-auntie energy.
Allow me to introduce you to your favorite spring sandals.
So now that you’ve found the perfect maxi dress, you should book that trip.
I own these sunglasses, and I’m telling you they’re worth every penny.
I’m obsessed with this top.
Slip dresses are the simple yet luxe staple I swear by.
Cutouts are still going to be a significant trend through the rest of the year, so here’s your chance to opt in.
You’ll wear these hoops nonstop—I promise.
This cardigan is so cute.
The asymmetrical hem on the denim miniskirt is everything.
Perfect for a balmy date night.
The bows and ruching on this tank take it from basic to bold.
Linen blazers will always be that staple piece.
Pair this with a slip skirt and you’ve got the perfect outfit for a spring date.
Pleated trousers are a great addition to any work wardrobe.
Sweater-vests never cease to amaze me.
Second-skin tops are always a safe investment.
Are you even ready for spring if you don’t have a sun hat?
The hooks on the top have me in shambles.
It’s giving Miu Miu.
You’ll be the main character in these sunglasses.
I’d like to pack this for an upcoming trip.
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