Transitioning between spring and summer can be a tricky affair. I am an eternal optimist and hope (pray) the sun is going to come out each day at this time of year. There is nothing better than city life in the sun. However, being a realist about the British weather, I usually leave the house with at least one extra layer to cover all eventualities. The rest, I leave in the hands of the sun gods. With this in mind, here are five things on my Wish List.

I’m getting ready for the sun with these Garrett Leight sunglasses. This Kinney style suits all face shapes and the butterscotch colour is unusual, which I like. This brand has been instilling Californian cool into eyewear for a while now and long may it continue.

A suede jacket is always going to be in style. Valstar has been making them a while now and there is a reason they have been around for so long. This iteration is versatile enough to be worn as a jacket or overshirt and that’s why I love it. This really is a staple you will bring out season after season, year after year.

OrSlow is anti-fast fashion and all about clothes crafted in the right way. Shouldn’t we all be? A twist on a classic Breton stripe T-shirt, I will be throwing this on with shorts and sandals for my holidays as well as my beer-drinking and barbecue duties in the park this summer.

I’ve asked myself time and time again – am I that guy who wears classic British loafers in summer without socks? Yes, yes I am. But you don’t have to be. These Grenson loafers, exclusive to MR PORTER, are suitable for all occasions and the commando sole gives a more casual feel for those laid-back summer nights.

Officine Panerai watches have all the high-level technology you need from an investment luxury watch. Forget that for now, though, and just look at it. This piece screams next-level sophistication. I don’t need it, but I really want it.