H&M Is a Treasure Trove of Spring 2021 Trends—Here’s What to Buy Now

new season is just around the corner and I for one can’t wait to stuff my heavy puffer coats to the back of the closet and make room for some lighter, brighter layers to ease me into spring. There are plenty of chic trends to breathe new life into our wardrobes this upcoming season and after spending way too much time perusing H&M’s site this week, it turns out the affordable retailer is a treasure trove of spring trends that will give your outfits a fresh and revived look—without breaking the bank.

From baggy jeans to luxe loungewear, take a peek below for the latest H&M arrivals to keep you looking altogether on trend for the season ahead.

Luxe Loungewear

Loungewear continues its reign in 2021, and this spring sees elevated takes on the comfy trend with matching knit sets continuing to dominate.

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Baggy Jeans

Set your skinny jeans aside for a moment, because this season is all about loose and relaxed fitting jeans—a trend spotted all over the S/S 21 collections.

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Cropped Tops

Skin is in this season with bare midriffs, in particular, having a major moment. Whether you opt for a bandeau, a billowy cropped blouse, or a trending top with wraparound tie details, cropped tops are set to be all over our feeds come summer.

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Simple & Soft Dresses

Comfortable and versatile dresses continue their rise in popularity for spring. Opt for lightweight elevated knit frocks—ideal for everything from running errands to lounging while still looking put together.

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Second Skin Tops

While tissue-thin second skin tops have been around for a few seasons now, they remain a big trend for spring 2021. Easy to layer or wear alone, opt for one in a playful print if you're lusting to liven up your look.

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Micro Mini Skirts

Hemlines just got way high for spring and summer exuding a playful, chic, and rebellious touch. A huge trend on the runways we can't wait to style one with a knit polo and flats.

Sweater Vests

If you haven't picked up a cool little sweater vest yet, now is the perfect time. They're a great option for layering over everything from tees to button-downs for that tricky in-between-season weather. 

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Pale Yellow

There are a few standout color trends for spring (read: bubblegum pink, green, and tangerine) but H&M is particularly winning with the pale yellow trend that had a massive presence in the spring 2021 collections.

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Sports Authority

From track pants to hoodies and athletic shorts, designers leaned into sporty looks in this season's collections—confirming it's all about cool comfort as we head into spring.

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Judith Jones
Senior Fashion Market Editor

Judith Jones is the senior fashion market editor at Who What Wear who 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.