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Topshop's New Look: Deja Vu at M&S?
17 Feb
Summary
- Topshop is back in physical stores at John Lewis.
- New Topshop items bear striking resemblance to M&S designs.
- M&S Womenswear Director previously led Topshop's fashion.
Topshop has officially returned to the high street, with its new collections now stocked exclusively at 32 John Lewis stores across the United Kingdom for spring/summer 2026. This relaunch signifies the brand's effort to regain its former prominence after closing all physical stores in 2021.
The brand's latest offerings exhibit a notable similarity to styles previously found at M&S, which had expanded its offerings following Topshop's previous closure. This similarity is particularly evident in items like a £38 Check Side Tie Long Sleeve Top from Topshop, closely resembling an M&S £28 Mesh Jersey Checked V-Neck Wrap Top.
Further comparisons can be made between Topshop's £75 Double Breasted Trench Jacket and M&S's £65 Cotton Rich Asymmetric Short Trench Coat. A pleated yellow shirt and a faux suede bomber jacket also show significant stylistic parallels, with M&S versions retailing for less.
These design echoes may stem from Maddy Evans, Topshop's former fashion boss, who now serves as Womenswear Director at M&S. Evans, who joined M&S in 2019, has been credited with transforming the retailer's offerings and adopting a faster fashion approach.
Topshop's managing director, Michelle Wilson, stated that the partnership with John Lewis aims to make Topshop and Topman pieces more accessible, allowing customers to see, feel, and purchase items on the same day. This move is part of Topshop's strategy to win back its loyal customer base after the collapse of its parent company, Arcadia Group, in 2020.
