Talk us through each look, the inspiration, and who might wear it… 

Look one is a dress-down suit look by Saman Amel, a brilliant modern tailor based in Stockholm, Sweden. They're one of my favourite tailoring brands. Typically, I don't really wear ties with suits, so it's styled with a loose layered shirt by Auralee with a simple T-shirt from Mr P. It's easy to layer, very comfortable and relaxed. The suit is a beautiful blend of wool, silk and linen, so it's got an amazing texture to it, and I think chocolate brown is an overlooked shade for tailoring. This look is for anyone who wants to dress up but not look like they're going to work, necessarily.

The centrepiece of the second look is definitely the chore workwear jacket from Drake's in a lovely kind of cotton twill with a suede corduroy collar. It's just a nice cream and brown. No one does reinterpretations of traditional menswear better than Drake’s, and this is a piece that will only get better with age. Beneath that is a combination of Our Legacy and Mr P. I love wearing charcoal as it feels quite smart while being casual. The look is finished with a pair of penny loafers from Tom Ford, whose footwear is underappreciated. That extra bit of shine just lifts everything a little bit, because the trouser and top are pretty casual. 

The third look makes use of a leather jacket by Stòffa. This jacket is unbelievably soft with a slight touch of formality to it, making it good for work. Beneath, I'm experimenting with pastels, which I feel is a gentle way into colour. The NN.07 light-grey worsted-wool trousers are brilliant, and from another brand that every man needs on his radar – great value for money and working with great people. The white sneakers are very simple, elegant and good for work. The look is finished with a Loewe tote bag, which is understated, yet the shape itself is quite iconic.

What’s the key to dressing for the office in the heat?

It's quite a difficult time to dress for the office, so the key is effective layering, i.e. a t-shirt, shirt and jacket – giving you the option to dress down to a T-shirt when it gets hot. Go for sensible materials like linen, cotton and lightweight wools. Roomier cuts are also going to allow you to stay cooler. So just be mindful of layers, materials and silhouettes.

Are there any new rules for office dressing to know?

Not enough people are breaking up suits and wearing odd jackets and trousers, particularly when wearing something formal or if they work in the City or a corporate job. For those in creative industries, the new rules are… why not try and find some joy in the clothes you wear? I think that should be a trend. There is only one rule to heed. Make sure that you never, ever wear open-toe shoes, flip flops or slides. No one should ever see a colleague's toes.

How would you describe your personal style?

It’s a lot more casual than it used to be. To use that awful phrase, it’s quite ‘high-low’ – somewhere between formal and contemporary.