Packing tends to be a last-minute nuisance – and nine times out of ten you’ll forget something. If you’re staycationing this summer, here’s a packing check list to take the pain away. From shorts and sweatshirts to trunks and gilets, these are the items you shouldn’t go away without.

Maybe you’ve heard of Sézane from your other half – it’s a French womenswear label with a cult following for a good reason. Octobre Editions is its brother label that creates similarly cool, relaxed essentials to help you capture that nonchalant French look.

Our emergence from lockdown might be turning into a stop-start affair, but there are some things that have already got the green light for this month. From a vintage-style digital camera to something that will change your car journeys forever, here’s SLMan’s roundup of the hottest new things to check out in August…

These days no self-respecting male would be seen heading to the Med without a towelling polo shirt or two. They’re bestsellers at the likes of Orlebar Brown and Blue Mint, and we’ve put together our favourites below…

Whether it's a few days away in the UK or somewhere further afield, a stylish weekend bag is a must-have. Covering preppy canvas styles to sleek all-leather numbers, here’s the SLMan edit of the best on the market…

When he launched Mr Start in east London more than a decade ago, Philip Start put a modern spin on tailoring. Whether you’re looking for made to measure or ready to wear, his Shoreditch shop has become a destination for discerning men in search of sharp suiting. Here, he tells SLMan what he’s learnt from a distinguished life in style…

Don’t let your nightwear let the side down. Stylish gents opt for a silk or cotton dressing gown in warmer weather. Look for stripes, polka dots or even paisley. If the lapels are piped, you’re really ticking all the boxes. From M&S to Derek Rose, there’s something for every price point in our edit below.

Payday makes the end of the month a good time to invest in your wardrobe. From oversized sweatshirts to tailored shorts, fun new trunks to throw-on jackets, there's a little something for everyon. Here are our picks, from £X...

Cool, comfortable and just a bit smarter than cotton – in warmer months, linen tees are a wardrobe staple. Seek out slightly faded, washed finishes for a relaxed feel, then add chinos or shorts for an easy summer look…

If you’re spending more time than usual on home turf this summer, a lightweight jacket will make itself invaluable on cooler nights and blustery beach walks. From khaki shackets to neutral overshirts, here are the pieces that make the perfect final layer.

Looking good doesn’t have to cost the earth. Here are four stylish outfits under £150 that prove it…

From snappy white linen suits to relaxed shorts and chinos, Mango is having a great summer. If your warm-weather wardrobe needs an affordable update, it’s the place to head. SLMan model Maiya shows you why…