It’s time to rethink the suit. With the working day now so varied, we need a loyal jacket and trouser combo to face the whole day with, not only for our business meetings but for our nighttime activities too. “The modern suit is adaptable,” says Tom Chamberlin, Editor of men’s lifestyle magazine The Rake. “It needs to survive and be appropriate for the office, clients and then of course, dinner or a date in the evening. Which explains all the talk about ‘travel suiting’.”

The trick is to find a suit that works for both formal and informal settings - a versatile ensemble that can be quickly styled up or down and feels easy to wear, all day long. “Look for fabrics designed to maintain shape without creasing, that you feel comfortable in,” says Chamberlin. For this, the right amount of stretch and “soft tailoring,” as seen in this slim-fit Neil Barrett suit, is key. Paul Smith's Soho suit, made with crease-resistant, high-twist wool yarn is one of our favourites for letting you move freely, while flattering the body with its slim-fit lines.

For more formal occasions, a classic button-down remains an obvious choice. We recommend shirts with subtle details including Maison Margiela’s dyed cotton shirt with a vintage wash, or Neil Barrett’s tuxedo shirt with a thunderbolt tiepin that adds a graphic touch. Alternatively, forgo the shirt and opt for the suit-and-T with these printed cotton T-shirts by Marni and Maison Kitsuné, whose high-quality fabrics and bold accents ensure a look that is less sofa-slacker and more Silicon Valley.

As far as accessories go, Chamberlin suggests going for less. “If you have picked a well-cut, well-fitted suit with proud angles and shape, there isn’t much need for extra accessories to stand out,” he says, adding, “It can do the talking all by itself.”

For shoes, black leather Derby or Oxford shoes are a no-brainer for keeping the look sharp. The sturdy, pebble-grain leather pair by Thom Browne and the elegantly shaped Sassello Derbies by Marsèll, will add a refined finishing touch. But if you're itching to add a bit of fun into a formal setting, why not go for Anya Hindmarch’s leather tennis shoes with comic eyeball details? After all, it's the perfect time to throw out the rulebook.