The Zara sale is here and it's full of winter staples

From coats to knitwear and even boots...

A woman modelling clothing in the Zara sale
(Image credit: Zara)

If you're already feeling the post-Christmas blues, then a healthy dose of escapism is all you need. That's right, I'm talking about the best January sales

Of course, when it comes to sales, I always make sure to shop on Zara and stock up on some winter essentials such as a good camel coat or a pair of trusty ankle boots.

Now, you might have been impatient and shopped the sale as soon as it started in December, however, if you managed to wait, now's the perfect time to grab a bargain, as loads of items are up to 50% off...

Does Zara ever go on sale?

Oh yes. Zara often has mid-season sales, but the big ones are the Zara Black Friday sale and the end of season sales, which are usually in December and June/July. These tend to include a wider selection of clothes across all categories.

What are Zara special prices?

If there isn't a sale happening, fear not, there are plenty of Zara shopping hacks that will ensure you get bang for your buck. This includes the Zara Special Prices section, which although isn't advertised as a sale, is essentially one. You’ll usually find it right a the top of the womenswear section, though that sometimes disappears if there's a big sale on.

In there, you’ll find clothing from every category, from dresses to coats and shoes, some of them reduced by as much as 50% off. Although it used to be Zara’s more basic pieces, now it seems to even include current collections.

What I'm buying in the Zara sale:

It's a pretty tough job to choose, but I've managed to curate the sale down to some must-have pieces that I will be adding to basket. Remember, once they're gone, they're gone, so now's the time to invest in that item you've always wanted.

Shop sale coats and jackets

Masculine Coat, was £229 now £149 (34% off) | Zara

Masculine Coat, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fmasculine-coat---limited-edition-p08188815.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £229 now £149 (34% off) | Zara

This limited edition camel coat features a masculine silhouette, with a lapel collar, long sleeves, shoulder pads, hidden button cuffs and front flap pockets.

Hooded Down Puffer Jacket, was £89.99 now £49.99 (44% off) | Zara

Hooded Down Puffer Jacket, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fhooded-down-puffer-jacket-p00155040.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £89.99 now £49.99 (44% off) | Zara

A puffer jacket is an essential, especially for the cold winter months. This white one will go with everything in your wardrobe, and even comes with a detachable hood.

Double-faced Jacket With Contrast Faux Shearling, was £79.99 now £59.99 (25% off) | Zara

Double-faced Jacket With Contrast Faux Shearling, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fdouble-faced-jacket-with-contrast-faux-shearling-p06318242.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £79.99 now £59.99 (25% off) | Zara

Ok, how stunning is this faux shearling jacket? I will be wearing this non-stop this January.

Shop sale knitwear

Ribbed Knit Cardigan, was £45.99 now £32.99 (28% off) | Zara

Ribbed Knit Cardigan, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fribbed-knit-cardigan-p09598154.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £45.99 now £32.99 (28% off) | Zara

I love a chunky cardigan, and when I saw this bright blue colour I was immediately sold.

Cosy Knit Sweater, was £32.99 now £22.99 (30% off) | Zara

Cosy Knit Sweater, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fcosy-knit-sweater-p09598163.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £32.99 now £22.99 (30% off) | Zara

Speaking of colour, this pastel yellow jumper will see me through to spring and beyond.

Knit Sweater With Scarf, was £49.99 now £32.99 (34% off) | Zara

Knit Sweater With Scarf, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fknit-sweater-with-scarf-p02142147.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £49.99 now £32.99 (34% off) | Zara

This style of sweater is everywhere at the moment, and I reckon it will be in fashion for years to come.

Shop sale jeans

ZW The Relaxed Slim Boyfriend Jeans, was £45.99 now £29.99 (34% off) | Zara

ZW The Relaxed Slim Boyfriend Jeans, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fzw-the-relaxed-slim-boyfriend-jeans-p07513041.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £45.99 now £29.99 (34% off) | Zara

When it comes to jeans, I'm all about a relaxed fit. This pair feature a mid-waist, with a faded design and ripped detailing.

ZW The Slim Full Length Jeans, was £32.99 now £22.99 (30% off) | Zara

ZW The Slim Full Length Jeans, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fzw-the-slim-full-length-jeans-p06840263.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £32.99 now £22.99 (30% off) | Zara

You can never go wrong with a pair of black jeans, and for £22.99, I will be snapping these up in the sale.

Z1975 High Rise Mini Flare Jeans, was £29.99 now £22.99 (23% off) | Zara

Z1975 High Rise Mini Flare Jeans, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fjeans---z1975-high-rise-mini-flare-p08228222.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £29.99 now £22.99 (23% off) | Zara

If there is one pair of Zara jeans that I can't get enough of, it's the mini flare style, and I am obsessed with this deep blue colour.

Shop sale shoes

Leather Cowboy Ankle Boots, was £69.99 now £39.99 (42% off) | Zara

Leather Cowboy Ankle Boots, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fleather-cowboy-ankle-boots-p13120910.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £69.99 now £39.99 (42% off) | Zara

Cowboy boots aren't going anywhere, and these leather ones are a steal at over 40% off.

Leather Knee-high Biker Boots With Buckles, was £119 now £79.99 (32% off) | Zara

Leather Knee-high Biker Boots With Buckles, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fleather-knee-high-biker-boots-with-buckles-p12051010.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £119 now £79.99 (32% off) | Zara

If you're more of a biker boot fan, these black ones come with metal buckles and leather straps with metal pieces.

Quilted Ankle Boots, was £79.99 now £39.99 (50% off) | Zara

Quilted Ankle Boots, <a href="https://www.awin1.com/awclick.php?awinmid=32887&awinaffid=103504&clickref=hawk-custom-tracking&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.zara.com%2Fuk%2Fen%2Fquilted-ankle-boots-p12186910.html" data-link-merchant="zara.com"" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">was £79.99 now £39.99 (50% off) | Zara

I recently got a dog and have been looking for more practical boots to wear on walks, whilst still looking stylish of course. These Zara ones are exactly what I had in mind.

I always try and purchase more timeless items that I know will stay in my wardrobe forever, and there are lots of staples to choose from in the Zara sale. Happy shopping.

Penny Goldstone

Penny Goldstone is the Digital Fashion Editor at Marie Claire, covering everything from catwalk trends to royal fashion and the latest high street and Instagram must-haves.

Penny grew up in France and studied languages and law at the Sorbonne Nouvelle University in Paris before moving to the UK for her MA in multimedia journalism at Bournemouth University. She moved to the UK permanently and has never looked back (though she does go back regularly to stock up on cheese and wine).

Although she's always loved fashion - she used to create scrapbooks of her favourite trends and looks, including Sienna Miller and Kate Moss' boho phase - her first job was at MoneySavingExpert.com, sourcing the best deals for everything from restaurants to designer sales.

However she quit after two years to follow her true passion, fashion journalism, and after many years of internships and freelance stints at magazines including Red, Cosmopolitan, Stylist and Good Housekeeping, landed her dream job as the Digital Fashion Editor at Marie Claire UK.

Her favourite part of the job is discovering new brands and meeting designers, and travelling the world to attend events and fashion shows. Seeing her first Chanel runway IRL at Paris Fashion Week was a true pinch-me moment.

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