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Feeling nostalgic? Topshop has found a new home on the high street, just in time for spring

Topshop makes a triumphant high street return as it launches at John Lewis

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5 models wearing the new Topshop collection
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The coming together of two British fashion institutions is a glorious thing, and Topshop made a triumphant return to the high street today as John Lewis announced that the much-loved brand will be available not just online, but in 32 of its stores across the country.

For those who grew up on a fashion diet of Jamie and Joni jeans, but haven't quite managed to gel with Topshop's largely online only presence, the ability to try on and see the clothes in real life once more opens up this nostalgic brand to its original customer and beyond and the spring collection is a welcome mix of old favourites (denim), capsule wardrobe heroes and fashion-forward looks that are thoughtfully translated for everyday wear.

With the top end of the price range clocking in at £120 for coats, the collection as a whole focuses on affordability and encompasses shoes and bags alongside clothing for a well-rounded edit that touches on multiple trends, without feeling constrained to a single season's wear. I've asked our fashion team at large for their top picks, and here's what we'll be shopping from the new range.

Topshop returns to the high street

A nostalgic brand, the launch back in store is more than just about brand visibility to shoppers, it's a recapturing of youth, of a store that used to bring so much joy, now available in a place that has equal levels of trust and nostalgia for shoppers.

'Nothing gives me greater joy than the news that I can now shop my former favourite brand in real life, thanks to their collaboration with John Lewis that will see the brand available to touch and try on in-store for the first time in five years in stores nationwide,' explains freelance fashion editor, Antonia Kraskowski.

'As someone who grew up with Topshop – I bought my first ever piece when I was only 11 – I’m so excited to be able to have a browse once more, not just on my computer but at John Lewis, no less. This grown up millennial can now pick up a new pan, restock my makeup bag AND grab a pair of my favourite Orson jeans in one fell swoop and I couldn’t be more thrilled. I can’t wait for a rummage through the racks once more'.

A relatively tight edit, compared to the endless scrolling that Topshop used to entail, it's packed full of useful and wearable pieces with the fashion edge that one expects from the British clothing brand.

When it comes to sizes, the brand goes to an 18, and there is currently good stock across most pieces, although with today being launch day, I imagine that pieces will start to sell out pretty quickly. There are several items marked as 'coming soon', including the sheer, embellished skirt that woman&home fashion director, Paula Moore, has her eye on:

'I want to add a sheer embellished skirt to my spring wardrobe because it strikes the perfect balance between playful and polished. During the day, I can style it with an oversized T-shirt and box-fresh trainers for an effortless, street-style look that still feels put together. In the evening, swapping to a fitted cream blazer and sleek mules instantly elevates it into something chic and refined. It’s the kind of versatile statement piece that moves seamlessly from casual brunch to dinner plans, making my wardrobe feel both fresh and flexible.'

And of course, it isn't just about an online offering, the collection is now in 32 John Lewis stores across the country, so you can try things on and learn your size and fit in the brand. But if you do shop online, just remember you can also get it delivered to your local Waitrose for added convenience. Welcome back, Topshop, we've missed you.

Rivkie Baum
Rivkie Baum
Fashion channel editor

Rivkie is a fashion editor, writer and stylist with twenty years' experience in the industry. Rivkie studied design and pattern cutting at the London College of Fashion, and fell in love with styling and journalism, and has covered fashion weeks in London, Paris and New York, as well as shooting editorial all over the world.


Specialising in plus size fashion, Rivkie has long championed that style is for everyBODY and has appeared on a host of radio stations and television shows, pushing for greater representation for plus size women and fashion throughout her career. 

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