More restrained than the Hawaiians we’ve been seeing in recent years, bowling shirts gain their character from simpler motifs, embroidery and subtle letter details. They’re more wearable as a result, eliminating the danger of looking like your dad at a family BBQ. Pair one with a smart suit or linen trouser for the city then swap in some swim shorts to hit the beach. 

Short-sleeve co-ords are well established as the no-effort-needed way to look put together. There are PJ-inspired silk sets for braver sorts to explore, but also some less overt options – like a linen shirt and trouser, or this COS combo in an interesting blue shade. To give a printed set a laid-back feel, wear the shirt open with a white tee underneath, then add a cap and Birkenstock Arizonas. 

Perhaps a knitted polo shirt could be your new-season hero. Less preppy than classic polos,  they’re cooler too – think The Talented Mr Ripley’s Dickie meets Mad Men’s Don Draper. Best of all, they hit the sartorial sweet spot between smart and casual, so you can wear them with loose shorts and sliders by day, then tailored trousers and loafers for a night out. Look out for contrasting collars, retro colours and sporty stripes.