M&S is taking a trip back through its archives—but this time, the high-street giant is giving its heritage codes a distinctly streetwear twist. The retailer has joined forces with cult London label Aries for a 26-piece collection that reworks its iconic St Michael branding alongside oversized tailoring, graphic T-shirts and playful accessories.
Launching on 20 August 2026, M&S x Aries brings together two very different fashion identities: M&S's long-established British high-street heritage and Aries' rebellious, skate-influenced aesthetic. With prices starting at just £10 and reaching £150, the collaboration is designed to make archive-inspired fashion accessible while giving familiar M&S staples a more unexpected edge.
M&S Meets Cult Streetwear
The collaboration centres on St Michael, the former M&S label that appeared across the retailer's products throughout much of the 20th century. Rather than simply reproducing the old branding, Aries has given it a contemporary makeover, merging it with its own distinctive visual language.
That meeting of old and new is what makes the collection stand out. Classic M&S references appear alongside bold graphics, relaxed proportions and pieces that feel closer to contemporary streetwear than traditional high-street dressing.
Aries was founded in London in 2009 by designer Sofia Prantera and graphic designer Fergus Purcell. The gender-neutral label has built a cult following through its skate-culture influences, bold illustrations, and graphic-heavy designs.
Its celebrity fan base includes Dua Lipa, Taylor Russell and Little Simz, while Zendaya has also worn Aries in Euphoria. Bringing that label's aesthetic into M&S gives the collection a fashion credibility that goes well beyond a standard high-street collaboration.
The 26 Pieces To Know
The 26-piece capsule covers both womenswear and menswear, with enough variety to build complete looks or simply introduce a few retro details into an existing wardrobe.
Graphic T-shirts are among the most recognisable pieces, featuring the reworked Aries and St Michael logo. Elsewhere, pinstripe tailoring gets a more relaxed treatment, with oversized blazers, trousers and matching shirt-and-short sets offering an alternative to conventional suiting.
The womenswear collection leans into a playful mix of silhouettes. Sheer floral camisoles and fitted pointelle tops sit alongside a floaty blush-pink dress, while knitwear and cashmere provide more classic options.
Menswear also gets a playful update. Pinstripe suits are cut with oversized proportions, while white T-shirts feature illustrated teddy bears. Striped boxer shorts can be paired with a matching oversized shirt for a deliberately relaxed look.
Retro Accessories Get a Fashion Makeover
Some of the most interesting pieces are not clothing at all. Aries has transformed the familiar M&S shopping bag into a soft green leather shoulder bag, complete with a gold logo.
The collaboration also includes ties, tote bags and a teddy bear keyring, giving shoppers plenty of smaller ways to tap into the collection's nostalgic aesthetic without investing in a full outfit.
The accessories underline one of the collection's biggest strengths: it does not take the retro concept too literally. Instead, recognisable M&S references are mixed with the playful, slightly irreverent attitude associated with Aries.
Prices Start at Just £10
The collection ranges from £10 to £150, making it considerably more accessible than many luxury streetwear collaborations. That price range also means shoppers can experiment with the trend at different levels, whether that means picking up a graphic T-shirt or investing in one of the more premium pieces.
The collaboration arrives as M&S continues to build a more fashion-led reputation. Its previous work with designers and labels including Bella Freud, 16Arlington and Olivia von Halle has helped move the retailer further into the conversation around contemporary British style.
The Aries partnership takes that strategy in a younger, more streetwear-focused direction.
Why the Collaboration Matters
M&S x Aries is ultimately less about nostalgia for nostalgia's sake and more about making the retailer's archive relevant to a new generation.
By combining the St Michael logo with oversized tailoring, graphic prints and modern styling, Aries has taken something deeply familiar and made it feel unexpected again. That makes the collection particularly well suited to the current appetite for archive-inspired fashion, retro branding and pieces that mix polished and casual dressing.
The M&S x Aries collection launches online and in selected stores on 20 August 2026, with prices from £10 to £150. For shoppers waiting for M&S to get a little more rebellious, this could be the collaboration worth watching.
