The items of the near past you’ll want in your immediate future .

We all have a tendency to pay a bit too much attention to the past. To reminisce on the “good old days” instead of being present in the present. Normally it’s not something that’s encouraged, particularly with the mindfulness movement urging us all to “harness the power of now”. But do not fear – we’re not here to tell you what to think, but instead to hand out some discerning tips on how to dress, and since there are a lot of charmingly retro pieces landing in our What’s New uploads for the coming season, we thought it pertinent to showcase their nostalgic charm. So on this one occasion, we wholeheartedly support a trip down memory lane. Do you yearn for a simpler time – those carefree schooldays when you had not a worry in the world? Try this cosy padded jacket – it’s perhaps the kind of thing we might have worn on the playground back in the day, but given a pleasantly grown-up update by Aspesi. Or try a cheerful striped sweater, such as this autumnal one from Italian brand Etro. Maybe it was college that you consider your golden days, in which case this Polo Ralph Lauren sweater will help you throw back while still looking current. And if there’s no particular memory you crave, but you simply have a penchant for something a bit retro, this jazzy printed shirt from Theory will do the trick.