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    I Found Some Seriously Good Things at Zara—and the Styling Possibilities Are Endless

    Must-have basics, statement skirts, and chic coats galore.

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    By Cortne Bonilla-Oliva
    Published 9 October 2026 In Buying Guides

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    There are two types of Zara shoppers: those who casually browse the new arrivals and those who treat every drop like a treasure hunt. I fall firmly into the latter category, especially when the latest selection is this good. Zara’s new fall 2026 arrivals include oversized wool coats, textured cardigans, lace-trimmed skirts, and accessories that look considerably more expensive than their price tags suggest. There’s a little nostalgia in the mix, along with some unexpected colors and proportions that make even the more familiar pieces interesting.

    What caught my attention most, though, was how much fun you could have putting these clothes together. A cobalt blue coat over a delicate lace midi skirt is a combination I wouldn't necessarily think to try, but now very much want to. Barrel-leg jeans with minimalist wedge heels make a convincing case for reconsidering my usual denim outfits. And between the checked shirts, faux-fur-trimmed knits, and leather accessories, there are plenty of smaller ways to make the clothes already in your closet feel different.

    I've gone through the latest arrivals and narrowed them down to the pieces I think are worth a closer look, whether you're after a new fall coat or simply something that makes you excited to get dressed tomorrow.

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    Structured Frayed Cardigan - Mid-Green - S

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    Structured Frayed Cardigan - Mid-Green - S
    $80
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    Flap Crossbody Bag - Taupe Gray - One Size Only

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    Flap Crossbody Bag - Taupe Gray - One Size Only
    $60
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    Asymmetric Checked Midi Skirt - Brown / Green - Xs

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    Asymmetric Checked Midi Skirt - Brown / Green - Xs
    $60
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    Oversized Dropped Shoulder Coat - Bluish - Xs

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    Oversized Dropped Shoulder Coat - Bluish - Xs
    $119
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    Zw Collection Lace Midi Skirt - Black - Xs

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    Zw Collection Lace Midi Skirt - Black - Xs
    $70
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    Block Heeled Boots - Black - 5

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    Block Heeled Boots - Black - 5
    $129
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    Metallic Yarn Checked Shirt - Red / Navy - Xs

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    Metallic Yarn Checked Shirt - Red / Navy - Xs
    $60
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    Z1975 High Rise Long Length Regular Jeans - Black - 25 (us 0)

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    Z1975 High Rise Long Length Regular Jeans - Black - 25 (us 0)
    $50
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    Leather Boat Shoes - Black - 5

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    Leather Boat Shoes - Black - 5
    $109
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    Zw Collection Short Wool Jacket - Black - Xs

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    Zw Collection Short Wool Jacket - Black - Xs
    $129
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    Wool Hoodie Sweatshirt - Gray - Xs-S

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    Wool Hoodie Sweatshirt - Gray - Xs-S
    $70
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    Z1975 High Rise Regular Long Length Jeans - Blue - 25 (us 0)

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    Z1975 High Rise Regular Long Length Jeans - Blue - 25 (us 0)
    $50
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    Belted Faux Leather Jacket - Dark Khaki - Xs

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    Belted Faux Leather Jacket - Dark Khaki - Xs
    $100
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    Z1975 High-Rise Regular Long Length Jeans - White - 25 (us 0)

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    Z1975 High-Rise Regular Long Length Jeans - White - 25 (us 0)
    $50
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    100% Wool Striped Polo - Brown / Ecru - S

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    100% Wool Striped Polo - Brown / Ecru - S
    $100
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    Zw Collection Satin Maxi Dress - Navy Blue - Xs

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    Zw Collection Satin Maxi Dress - Navy Blue - Xs
    $119
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    Long Metallic Box Chain - Silver - M

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    Long Metallic Box Chain - Silver - M
    $36
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    Leather Bow Ballet Flats - the Item - Black - 6

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    Leather Bow Ballet Flats - the Item - Black - 6
    $149
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    Cardigan With Faux Fur Trim - Brown - S

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    Cardigan With Faux Fur Trim - Brown - S
    $80
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    Combined Lace Midi Skirt - Black / White - Xs

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    Combined Lace Midi Skirt - Black / White - Xs
    $70
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    Perfume Charm Holder - Red - One Size Only

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    Perfume Charm Holder - Red - One Size Only
    $26
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    Wool Round Neck Sweater - Mink Marl - S

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    Wool Round Neck Sweater - Mink Marl - S
    $70
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    Zw Collection Mid-Rise Cuffed Balloon Jeans - Blue - 26 (us 2)

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    Zw Collection Mid-Rise Cuffed Balloon Jeans - Blue - 26 (us 2)
    $60
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    Wedge Heel Shoes - Off White - 5

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    Wedge Heel Shoes - Off White - 5
    $109
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