More than fifty years since its emergence, Topshop continues to rule supreme on the British high street. Beginning life as the slightly less catchy “Peter Robinson’s Top Shop” in 1964, the forward-thinking brand entered the market as a stand-alone retailer in the Seventies, and has since gone from strength to strength.
I’m wearing Topshop’s metallic biker jacket and metallic mini skirt
Topshop’s ongoing success is in large part thanks to a host of much-celebrated partnerships: the Kate Moss collections, the release of Beyonce’s Ivy Park and inspired collaborations with J.W Anderson, Christopher Kane and Jonathan Saunders are just a few of the store’s legendary milestones.
I’m wearing V- neck jumper and metallic mini skirt
Always quick to celebrate emerging talent, campaign alumni include Karlie Kloss, Cara Delivingne, Jourdan Dunn and both Bella and Gigi Hadid. Launched in 2005, Topshop’s Unique collection became the first high street brand to show at London Fashion Week, and it remains one of the hottest tickets in town to this day.
There are now 620 Topshop and Topman stores and franchises located in over 40 countries, while the iconic global flagship store at 214 Oxford Street sees almost half a million eager shoppers pass through its doors each week.
I’m wearing Balloon Sleeve Roll Neck Jumper and Double Buckle Zip Mini
Can’t make it Oxford Circus this week? We’ve scouted out our favourite just-in Topshop pieces, so you don’t have to.
1. The trend for dungarees isn’t going anywhere fast, and this faux leather pair is the perfect combo of rock and utility. Pair with trainers and a tee in daytime and stilettos and a camisole at night, and you’ve got yourself one hell of a versatile wardrobe item. £55
2. A simple white shirt is a staple, and this contrast-stitch option is effortlessly cool. Throw over a slogan tee for a little dose of vintage androgyny. £29
3. Knitwear never goes out of style and this season we’re crushing on everything jewel-toned. Snuggle up this winter in a frill-neck jumper in a super on-trend shade of emerald. £39
4. Nothing says party season quite like sequins. Pair yours with a black, strappy top and heels to make it all about these sparkly trousers . £59
5. This budget-friendly wool-blend coat can be reversed from dusty pink to grey marl – and who doesn’t love two pieces for the price of one? £95
