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13 Zara Items Every Fashion Girl Owns

by Laura Lajiness Kaupke

Zara is the mecca for affordable fashion-girl staples. So much so that each season, a lineup of its standout pieces noticeably makes its way into the closets of stylish gals everywhere (ourselves included). Don’t believe us? Click through for the 13 items we guarantee you own. If not, shop them here to refresh your wardrobe stat.

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Fashion-Girl Favorites From Zara

A Trendy Coat

Outerwear is expensive, which is why Zara is a hub for fashion-forward styles at affordable prices.

Faux-Fur Leopard Coat, $169

Masculine Checked Coat, $189

Puffer Jacket, $100

A Ladylike Blouse

From silky to printed to frilled, it's a mainstay for work and play.

Sateen Blouse With Back Detail, $20

Printed Top With Back Bow, $36

Blouse With Asymmetric Frills, $40

A Feminine Dress

Every girl knows the power of a great dress whether for work or date night. This season's lineup guarantees a killer find.

Crossover Velvet Dress, $50

Long Floral Embroidered Dress, $129

Strappy Leather Studio Dress, $199

A Cool Jacket

Be it leather moto or textured bomber, we don't know a single girl who doesn't rely on a Zara topper.

Leather Effect Jacket, $70

Suede Jacket, $149

Velvet Bomber Jacket, $70

A Workwear Shirt

Classic shirting is forever chic, and the more on rotation the merrier, from a ruffled sleeve to a polished funnel neck.

Frilly Shirt, $50

Shirt With Metallic Detail, $50

Check Funnel Collar Top, $100

A Gorgeous Skirt

Whether pencil, pleated or mini is your silhouette, you can count on Zara to have an of-the-moment version on offer.

Tube Skirt With Side Snaps, $70

Pleated Midi Skirt, $50

Mini Skirt With Zips, $50

A Sleek Blazer

For instant polish, Zara's fashion-forward blazers are fail-safes, from tuxedo to tweed.

Blazer With Tuxedo Collar, $100

Blazer With Elbow Patches, $100

Pinstripe Jacket, $169

Timeless Trousers

A tailored pair has serious staying power whether it be wide-leg, cropped or slim.

Palazzo Trousers, $100

Mid-Rise Skinny Trousers, $30

Culottes, $40

A Chic Sweater

Knitwear is another category fashion girls can't resist. From oversize to embellished details, more is more is more.

Sweater With Tie Sleeves, $50

Soft Oversize Sweater, $50

Batwing Sleeve Sweater, $40

Versatile Jeans

Even denim diehards find Zara's assortment of jeans to be irresistible.

Boyfriend Jeans, $70

Mom High-Waist Jeans, $50

High-Waist Jeggings, $36

A Layering Top

Basics anchor a wardrobe, and Zara's assemblage of classics win big, from tees to turtlenecks.

Buttoned T-Shirt, $20

Ribbed High Collar Sweater, $30

Striped Sweater, $40

A Cult Shoe

When a shoe hits cult status, it's almost impossible to find. Luckily, Zara manages to stay on top of the trends with its own version of seasonal standouts.

Contrasting Sole High Heel Ankle Boots, $90

Velvet Platform Sandals, $90

Lace-Up Leather Ballet Flats, $70

An It Item

When a trend hits, Zara is on it. Right now layered tops (crops and bustiers over shirting) are the thing and naturally, it's got a spot-on affordable assortment.

Crop Top, $40

Asymmetric Top, $50

Sweetheart Top With Straps, $26