If you like the idea of Italian luxury – of course you do, you’re reading this – then you’re familiar with Loro Piana. If you like the idea of extremely wearable, breathable pieces that would be at home on a luxury yacht in the Mediterranean, then you will like a linen shirt or quilted gilet from Loro Piana. You’ll also like some elegant espadrilles.

Launched in 2006, elevated basics was a founding principle of The Row. So who else to turn to when you want to upgrade a short-sleeved button-down shirt, khaki shell jacket (perfect for the aforementioned Mediterranean cruise) and leather boat shoes? These are the makings of a perfect holiday capsule wardrobe.

You might think of TOM FORD as the kind of designer you wear when you want to make a big impression. Look beyond the leopard print, the brocade tuxedos and the gold lamé shirts, however, and you’ll find a brand built on a foundation of thoughtfully designed, beautifully crafted wardrobe staples. Few designers do a better polo shirt or sweatshirt than TOM FORD. Its accessories aren’t bad, either..

With its quaint Italian base in the idyllic village of Solomeo, just outside Perugia, and its owner’s dedication to investing money in social change, Brunello Cucinelli has always seemed like a luxury brand with far more substance than the term suggests. This is something that becomes clearer when you consider its clothes, specifically this season’s neutral hued sneakers, slim-fit bomber jacket and the classic blue chambray shirt.

If you’re anything like us, quality will be the first thing you think of when it comes to luxury essentials. At New York-based label Stòffa, fine raw materials, fuss-free functionality and attention to detail hold sway. From the plush ribbed cashmere used to knit this sweater to the breathable cotton-piqué T-shirt and tactile wool-flannel trousers, we have no doubt the brand will secure some space in your wardrobe.