Topman Blue Revere Collar Denim Shirt
Denim shirts have a tendency to be too heavy for the warmer months. So thanks to Topman for creating this soft chambray version, complete with a Cuban collar that’ll work just as well in Margate as Marbella. Available at Topman, priced £28.
Kiomi Black Botanical T-Shirt
Printed shirts are all over, well, everywhere, so this T-shirt from Berlin-based Kiomi makes for a refreshing change that’ll layer up perfectly under a lightweight jacket. Available at Zalando, priced £11.99.
Lacoste Navy Summer Jacket
Transitioning into summer is hard, especially when it comes to outerwear. Luckily, French powerhouse Lacoste is pointing us in the right direction with its simply named ‘summer jacket’; a collared utilitarian style finished with a zip chest pocket. Available at Zalando, priced £159.99.
Zara’s candy coloured chinos will look so fresh, so clean with crisp white. Available at Zara, priced £19.99.
Gap Old School 90s Tee
True nineties sportswear is probably more than a bit chewed up by moths now, so start afresh with a reissue. Gap’s graphic print T-shirt is a piece of nostalgia that’ll work with everything. Available at Gap, priced £18.99.
Adidas Munchen Suede Trainers
Jumping on the hype for retro terrace footwear, Adidas has re-released the 1976 Munchen. The original indoor training shoe in soft leather and with a gum sole is a cool twist on the ubiquitous crisp white sneaker. Available at Selfridges, priced £74.99.
APC Tunique Sol Dark Navy
Ditch the army camos, this cool cotton tunic from Parisian label APC has enough seafaring detail, including a fishtail hem, to tick the military trend in a navy way. Available at Oi Polloi, priced £170.
Ted Baker Torsdi Suede Ankle Boots
Crafted from luxuriously soft suede with intricate stitch detailing, Ted Baker’s Torsdi ankle boots will add a stylish element to any weekday wardrobe. Available at Ted Baker, priced £125.
Calvin Klein Sharp Denim Jacket
Safe pieces are great, but some days call for a little extra spice. This vivid citrus denim jacket will add some zesty flavouring to an all-black look. Available at House of Fraser, priced £110.
Fred Perry Reissues Crew Neck Pique T-Shirt
Step up your pique polo game with a high crew neck T-shirt instead. Fred Perry’s retro-tinged basic with ribbed detailing is just as versatile, but much less expected. Available at Fred Perry, priced £65.
Tracksmith Van Cortlandt Striped Mesh T-Shirt
Running gear often looks more superhero lycra than fashion statement. This warmup layer from Massachusetts mogul Tracksmith is part of a retro uniform-style kit that guarantees first place, whatever your lap time. Available at Mr Porter, priced £65.
NN07 Green Crown Shorts
An easy way to wear the colour of the season without going full Kermit, these smart linen shorts from NN07 are cut to hit just above the knee. Perfect for showing off post-holiday legs. Available at NN07, priced £95.
Boohoo Man Pinstripe Baseball Shirt
We could never endorse the wearing of a basketball jersey off the court. So instead, step up to the plate America’s other favourite sport. This white and navy striped baseball shirt is a fresh take on the usual button-up. Available at Boohoo, priced £16.
Uniqlo Relaxed Ankle Length Trousers
Well-cut navy trousers are enough to see any man from office to beer garden and back again. This cost-conscious pair from Uniqlo has an elasticated waistband for comfort and a clean, neat style that’ll work for all occasions. Available at Uniqlo, priced £29.90.
TU Clothing Black Japanese Pattern Shirt
Japanese-inspired prints are still huge this season. But if you don’t fancy donning a full kimono, this stork print shirt will still tick the trend. Available at Sainsburys, priced £16.