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    I’m on the hunt for some elevated basics and the COS sale is ticking every box

    Timeless, wearable styles for less? Yes please.

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    By Valeza Bakolli
    Published 13 January 2024 In Buying Guides

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    I’ll be honest, I always get excited when the COS sale begins (it doesn’t happen often, you see), and the January sales are finally here. From winter coats and chic knitwear to elegant ankle boots, COS always delivers.

    ARKET also has a brilliant sale on right now, and I've rounded up my favourite timeless-yet-on-trend styles. But if there's one thing that COS excels in, it's elevated basics. As somebody keen to build their capsule wardrobe, I naturally gravitate towards the brand for stylish everyday pieces that have longevity. 

    With its timeless offering and surprisingly affordable prices, the most popular styles are known to sell out fast. So that’s why I’ve scoured the sale with a shopping editor’s eye to find the very best pieces for you to invest in now. 

    Whether you’re after some timeless tailored pieces, classic cotton basics or chic accessories to elevate your winter looks, there’s sure to be something in here for you. Keep scrolling to shop my top picks.

    COS Sale: Our Top Picks

    cos sale - woman wearing high neck t-shirt

    33% off Clean Cut T-Shirt
    £20 AT COS (WAS £30)

    I'm a huge fan of COS' T-shirts and this chocolate brown one is no exception. They're made from a heavyweight organic cotton jersey for a more premium feel.

    cos sale - woman wearing all black outfit with jumper

    56% off Milano Knit Jumper
    £35 AT COS (WAS £79)

    Take an impressive 56% off this wool blend jumper that has a timeless style.

    cos sale - woman wearing white and black striped jumper

    41% off Textured Striped Jumper
    £65 AT COS (WAS £110)

    I adore the monochrome striped detail on this mohair-blend jumper.

    cos sale - woman wearing tailored wool wide leg trousers and short jacket

    52% off Flared Wool Tailored Wool Trousers
    £60 AT COS (WAS £125)

    These flared wool trousers are the perfect addition to your winter tailoring.

    cos sale - woman wearing matching jacket and toursers

    41% off Cropped Herringbone Wool Jacket
    £80 AT COS (WAS £135)

    Complete the look with this matching cropped utility jacket (which also happens to be on sale).

    woman wearing roll neck top from the cos sale

    56% off Long-Sleeve Roll-Neck Top
    £20 AT COS (WAS £45)

    If you're looking for the best cold weather clothing, I've been living in roll-neck base layers just like this one.

    cos sale - woman crouched down touching her black ankle boots wearing jeans and a jacket

    43% off Cylinder Heel Leather Sock Boots
    £115 AT COS (WAS £200)

    I'll race you to the checkout for this pair of classic leather ankle boots.

    cos sale woman wearing black off the shoulder long sleeved top

    36% off Scoop-Back Top
    £35 AT COS (WAS £55)

    The off-the-shoulder, scoop-back detail of this top makes it feel instantly more elevated.

    cos sale woman wearing quilted square crossbody bag

    43% off Mini Diamond Quilted Cross-Body
    £17 AT COS (WAS £30)

    This quilted cross-body bag will go with just about everything.

    woman wearing oversized wool bomber jacket from the cos sale

    39% off Oversized Wool Jacket
    £110 AT COS (WAS £180)

    I've been looking for an oversized wool jacket just like this one, so you can bet I'm snapping it up while it's 39% off.

    woman wearing a patterned black bandeau top from the cos sale

    64% off Textured Bandeau Top
    £20 AT COS (WAS £55)

    This textured bandeau is ideal for dressier occasions. It pairs beautifully with casual jeans and silky skirts alike.

    woman wearing ribbed cashmere socks from the cos sale

    43% off Ribbed Cashmere Socks
    £20 AT COS (WAS £35)

    These cashmere socks make a great little gift (and yes, you count as a suitable giftee).

    cos sale brown and cream checked blanket

    33% off COS × BEGG X CO Checked Lambswool and Cashmere Blanket
    £135 AT COS (WAS £200)

    And the same goes for this chic and cosy blanket from COS' collaboration with BEGG X CO.

    woman wearing plisse midi dress from the cos sale

    50% off Plissé Long-Sleeved Midi Dress
    £55 AT COS (WAS £110)

    Pair this Plissé midi dress with some knee-high boots for an on-trend feel.

    woman wearing linen jumpsuit from the cos sale

    59% off Linen-Blend Wide Leg Jumpsuit
    £45 AT COS (WAS £110)

    Thinking ahead to warmer months, this wide-leg linen jumpsuit will see you through many springs and summers to come. 

    woman wearing orange silk maxi dress from the cos sale

    51% off Slip Dress
    £110 AT COS (WAS £225)

    You can save 50% on this stunning cut-out slip dress from COS' atelier collection.

    woman wearing wool hoodie from the cos sale

    55% off Oversized Wool Hoodie
    £70 AT COS (WAS £155)

    When it comes to casual-yet-chic styling, this double-faced wool hoodie ticks all the boxes.

    woman wearing black turtleneck jumper from the cos sale

    41% off Oversized Wool Roll Neck Jumper
    £50 AT COS (WAS £85)

    This wool jumper is super soft to the touch.

    woman wearing wide leg trousers from the cos sale

    41% off Wide-Leg Pleated Satin Trousers
    £65 AT COS (WAS £110)

    Paired with ballet flats and an oversized jumper, these wide-leg trousers are an easy way to elevate your casual daytime look.

    woman wearing black leather cowboy boots from the cos sale

    50% off Embroidered Leather Cowboy Boots
    £150 AT COS (WAS £300)

    In the market for some cowboy boots? Allow me to introduce you to these 50%-off embroidered leather ones.

    woman wearing black satin midi dress from the cos sale

    50% off Asymmetric Satin Dress
    £50 AT COS (WAS £115)

    Pair this sleek satin dress with knitwear and boots now, and low-heeled sandals and a light jacket come spring.

    woman wearing baggy striped pj bottoms from the cos sale

    53% off Striped Silk Pyjama Bottoms
    £35 AT COS (WAS £75)

    These striped pyjama bottoms double up as loungewear.

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