We’ll admit, we took some pleasure out of seeing Bella Hadid shoot her sister Gigi a serious look as they walked the H&M Studio Spring 2017 runway to the (live) voice of Bella’s ex-beau the Weeknd. However, that little bit of drama took a backseat to the see-now-buy-now collection itself. According to H&M Creative Advisor Ann-Sofie Johansson, a Cuban ballet school recently discovered by the H&M design team inspired the line. (Mental note: Must go to Cuba ASAP.) The result? A collection built for those who are aching for spring, whether they miss sundresses or the basketball court. Frilly pinafore frocks hit the (notably diverse) runway alongside cropped anoraks and feminine tops done in sporty materials like nylon. Statement socks and silky trousers came emblazoned with the word “love.”
“I think we all need love now,” Johansson told Fashionista, “Sometimes it feels weird to print ‘love,’ it feels a bit cheesy sometimes, but now it felt really… it’s a strong word and a positive message.” Yet again, politics enter the fashion realm.
But let’s not get sidetracked. Shop our favorite picks from the collection now — they’re selling out fast.
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H&M Studio Spring 2017 Picks
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Pair with high-heeled Mary Janes.
Silk-Blend Dress, $199 at H&M
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Silky, wide leg pants are a crucial part of our spring uniform.
Silk-Blend Grosgrain Pants, $99 at H&M
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Somewhere between a fashion anorak and a hoodie, this'll add volume and interest up top. We like it over a bodycon dress.
Linen-Blend Hooded Top, $49.99 at H&M
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We're getting to the quickly-selling-out portion of the collection. This one needs no explanation — it's basically the perfect everyday A-line maxi.
Flared Skirt, $49.99 at H&M
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Wear with socks and sandals, plus a thin white turtleneck on chillier days.
Chiffon Maxi Dress, $69.99 at H&M
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A smart take on the season's continuing Victoriana trend. We like this with skinny jeans and modern statement pumps.
Wide-Cut Tunic, $59.99 at H&M
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This one taps into our obsession with all things tangerine and/or athleisure.
Fine-Knit Sweater, $49.99 at H&M
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They remind us of those effortlessly cool Acne Amina slip-ons, plus they're a quarter of the price. Wear with rolled-up jeans.
Slip-On Leather Shoes, $129 at H&M
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We're about to hit prime outdoor sports weather — a hands-free sidekick is necessary.
Twill Backpack, $29.99 at H&M
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Great for texture play, and the low-cut back adds subtle sex appeal.
Fitted Nylon Top, $29.99 at H&M
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Wear with a colorful strappy platform sandal.
2-Pack Ankle Socks, $12.99 at H&M
