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^ I have one and it's still kind of too boxy, definitely not for tall & lean types but shorter / thicker body types.
For me, I would pick Zara = H&M > BR > CM > A|X > Mexx. But that is just a part of what I value in clothing as each has their + and -.
BR - Pros: Extremely durable construction, great place to pick up work clothing, classic staples that you cannot go wrong with for work
Cons: Overpriced for what they are, boxy american fit, not very stylish. Also skip the monogram collection, for those prices you can definitely get it from a better label.
Zara - Pros: Stylishly European, cheap especially when on sale, selection changes all the time so less likely you will be wearing what someone else is wearing, sales very common and overall always a good place to pop in. Fit is very slim, great for the tall + lean types.
Cons: Quality noticeably bad and stuff doesn't hold up very well over time. "Cheap" image.
H&M - Pros: See Zara, except I find their stuff to be a little more "conservative" and "safe", and there is a wider availability of basics and less "avant-garde". Looser fit overall.
Cons: Sales not as ridiculously good as Zara.
Club Monaco - Pros: Occasionally great pieces, have been surprised a few times. More modern styles than Banana Republic and better construction than Zara.
Cons: Ridiculously overpriced at retail value, even moreso than BR.
Armani Xchange - Pros: Decent fit and construction, I like their casual jackets. Good sales.
Cons: Nasty logos everywhere, again ridiculously overpriced at retail value.
Mexx - Pros: Good for absolute basics when on sale.
Cons: I get a very "eurotrashy" feel from their store. Take themselves too seriously (at least at Robson Mexx). Found their quality to be very poor and fragile.
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