MATALAN

Gloves

When temperatures dip, the body reduces blood flow to extremities like hands, feet and yeah, that, making them the first thing to feel the nip.

Therefore it makes sense to keep a pair of gloves close to hand even in autumn. While there’s every case for investing in a leather pair lined with shearling and finished with snap-wrist closures, budget pieces rarely deliver these well. And let’s face it, you’re going to lose them.

JOHN LEWIS

Hoodie

Hoodies, like umbrellas, are pretty handy for keeping your head rain-free but are ultimately less likely to be left in the pub. Sod’s Law says it will rain on the weekend and your brolly will be AWOL, so there’s no sensible reason not to own one.

If you’re conscious of giving off angry adolescent vibes (which you should be, unless you are one), stick to premium fabrics that wouldn’t look out of place with tailored trousers.

H&M

Henley Top

Originally intended to be worn as underwear before being adopted by collegiate rowers, today the Henley top has managed to transcend both beginnings to become a solid choice for casual plans.

Simple enough to be worn with practically anything, we’d suggest starting with a pair of wool trousers and a chunky cardigan.

GAP

Bomber Jacket

From military fatigue to menswear essential, the classic MA-1 bomber jacket has seen it all from the skies to the sidewalk.

A slightly more generous cut – somewhere between suffocation and billowing blogger at Seoul Fashion Week – is ideal for autumn, allowing room for thicker knits and hoodies underneath. What’s more, you needn’t stick to the khaki military colorway either, with shades of black, blue and grey all offering modern variations and maximum opportunities to wear.

BOOHOOMAN

Worker Chinos

While we appreciate any piece that can both walk the walk and talk the talk, worker chinos have traditionally erred a little too close to function over form for our liking.