I'm already excited for autumn thanks to mega sales to shop NOW – here's my top fashion editor picks with up to 70% off

The Sun

3 days ago

IT'S that time of year again when our favourite high street stores hold their summer sales.
Not only can you grab a bargain on summer stock that the brands are wanting to get rid of, but you will find a lot of great pieces perfect for the new season ahead.
Plus with brands offering up to 70 per cent off, it really is the perfect time to get hold of some new pieces for your wardrobe, for a fraction of the original price.
So whether you're in the market for a new pair of jeans, a stylish new handbag, or your new favourite pair of trainers that you won't want to take off - we have you covered.
Here, Deputy Fashion Editor, Abby McHale gives a rundown of the best sales on now and what you need to be buying for the season ahead.
H&M - up to 70 per cent off
If you're in the market for a new bag, sale time is the perfect time to look as many styles of bags are often timeless.
H&M currently has a sale of up to 70 per cent off and this bag in particular has 68 per cent off, making it just £12.
Made from 31 per cent recycled polyester, this suedette style shoulder bag is big enough to keep hold of all your essentials.
Zara - up to 60 per cent off
This belted knit jacket from Zara currently has 60 per cent off, making it just £19.99.
Brown is a key autumnal colour and this will look great paired with trousers, skirts and even jeans.
Or it also comes with a matching skirt if you do want to make the whole look a co-ord.
With hundreds of items currently on sale online, this is a sale you definitely don't want to miss.
Come see what's new in at Zara
River Island - up to 50 per cent off
A trench coat really is a coat that stands the test of time, but they often come with a hefty price tag.
That's why getting one in the sale is a great way of bagging a bargain.
River Island says it currently has 50 per cent off, however this coat is just over with it coming in at just £30.
It's also a great transitional coat that you can wear now through to autumn and beyond.
M&S - up to 50 per cent off
The M&S summer sale starts tomorrow, (24th July), with up to 50 per cent off, the sale is in store only.
However, you will be able to bag yourself a bargain with offers on womens, mens, kids, home and beauty.
Take this skirt from Jaeger at M&S which is reduced down from £150 to £75 - now that's a saving.
Monsoon - up to 70 per cent off
With nearly £100 off, this dress from Monsoon has a serious discount.
The green satin screams autumn, with ruffle sleeves and hem giving it a slightly boho feel that is still a big trend for 2025.
Whether you're wanting an occasion dress, or just a nice midi dress to wear with flats or boots, this is such a bargain.
John Lewis - up to 50 per cent off
John Lewis currently has lots of discounts on offer, including brands as well as own brand.
The mineral print shirt is now just £47 reduced from £95.
The colours are giving autumn vibes, however the lightweight crepe fabric means it is still cooling to wear at this time of year also.
Coming with matching trousers, this would also look perfect with a pair of neutral wide leg trousers also for a smart, classy look.
Mango - up to 70 per cent off
Jeans not only last for years, but they also never go out of style, so picking a pair up in the sale is a great way of getting good quality for a cheaper price.
This pair from Mango have 44 per cent off, at just £19.99, the dark wash denim looks super premium.
And will certainly be something you keep in your wardrobe for years to come.
Boden - up to 60 per cent off
Colourful trainers aren't going anywhere and this red pair from Boden are currently reduced from £98 to £39.20 - making a big saving of £58.20.
The retro style is bang on trend, plus the red shade is a great transitional colour that you can wear for the rest of summer and into the last part of the year.
With lots of sizes still available these are definitely worth checking out.
Very - up to 20 per cent off
An absolute bargain at just £8.25 these trousers from Very are in the shade of the season also - butter yellow.
The wide leg style makes them super flattering and the subtleness of the colour means they will go with so many other pieces in your wardrobe.
Coming in size 8 through to 20, Very has a plethora of other discounts on offer too to check out.
Hottest fashion trends of 2025
Fabulous' Fashion Editor Clemmie Fieldsend shares the biggest trends from the high street.
The East/West Bag
Baguette bags have had a good run, after returning from the 1990s' shoulders of Sarah Jessica Parker to modern-day fashion icons, like Hailey Bieber.
In 2025, the East/West bag is a similar but elongated shape and has long, thin straps that are easy to throw over your shoulder.
They've been on runway models' arms at nearly ever designer show - think Burberry, Givenchy and Bottega Veneta - and are hitting the high street now, too.
Powder pink
Bright fuchsia pink had its day after the release of Barbie in 2023 and now the more polished and expensive-looking pale shade is taking over for 2025.
Pantone may say that it's the year of Mocha Mousse, but the catwalks say otherwise! From Prada to Erdem, the subtle look was all over the spring/summer catwalks, worn head-to-toe or on its own.
If the sugary shade is too girly for you, then look to sharp suiting for a androgynous take on the colour.
The shell jacket
The '80s classic is back, but with a sleek and minimal new twist for 2025.
We all know we're likely to see rain for most of spring, so your practical coat of choice should be a cagoule jacket.
Depop revealed one of its big trend predictions for this year is retro sportswear, with surges already seen in '80s windbreakers'.
Seen everywhere from the stylish streets of Copenhagen to the Miu Miu catwalk, now mums who have an emergency raincoat crumpled underneath their pushchair are very much in fashion!
The turn-up jeans
While the shape of jeans remains the same for this year and barrel-legs will still be everywhere, the way we're styling them is different.
This season, transform your wide-leg, baggy denims into turn-ups.
For this look, size doesn't matter, so while deep turn-ups are a hit from jean trend-leaders Citizens of Humanity, a slight fold is still just as good - but only as it's just one single fold.
Peep-toe shoe
Get your pedicures booked in sharpish, as this season your toes are the main event.
After a long hiatus, the peep-toe has been welcomed back into the fashion fold, with brands like Hermes, Miu Miu and Tory Burch showing plain and embellished footwear in this style.
From mules to pumps and clogs (yes, clogs will be around too!), there are lots of different styles that are set to sweep the high street.
Sheer blouses
See-through looks have always lived on the catwalk, but have rarely filtered into everyday life - until now.
Designers Ralph Lauren and Tom Ford loved sheer looks on their S/S '25 catwalks and M&S even had sellout success with its black sheer pencil skirt last season.
Expect to see more sheer looks lining supermarket aisles and high street shops in the form of skirts, tops and frocks.