Nothing beats the thrill of burning through your hard-earned cash with nothing to show for it but a summer of hazy festival and holiday memories.

But don’t let the fact that there’s nothing left in the coffers for new clothes get you down because, below, we’re set to break down five instant, inexpensive and – in most cases – free ways to switch up your go-to looks.

1. Button Up

Crawling the coasts of the Med this summer? Then you might get away with unbuttoning your shirt to navel-dipping levels – if you’re looking to channel maximum sun-kissed lothario vibes, that is.

But back on home turf, the whole Ray Winstone in Sexy Beast look won’t cut it. Instead, it’s all about the ‘air tie’, which might sound fancy, but is actually just the name for buttoning your shirt up to the top and not wearing a tie at all (for both formal and casual occasions).

A fully buttoned-up white dress shirt creates a super-clean, on-trend minimalist aesthetic, and looks especially crisp under a well-tailored suit jacket. Or, if you’re heading on a night out, try this styling tweak on your casual shirts – it’s a fuss-free way to breathe new life into your ensemble.

2. Go Sockless

We’ve already written passionate words on the art of socklessness, but the thing we love most about ditching our socks is that it can alter the entire feel of an outfit with little to no effort.

Whether you’re wearing a pair of slim-fit jeans and smart trainers for a night out, or tailored trousers and suede Derbies for a wedding, deploying a hefty turn-up and leaving a two inch gap between the top of your shoes and the bottom of your trews will bring a relaxed sense of sophistication to any ensemble.

3. The Longline Switch

Nowadays, when it comes to T-shirt length, more really does mean more.

We’re taking about the growing appetite for all things longline, of course – and we’re throwing our full weight behind straight swaps between your regular crew neck T-shirt and one in a longer fit this season.