The great outdoors can be vastly improved by the right kit. Which can translate to everything from technical fabrics to tweed (the GORE-TEX of its day), depending on your choice of pursuits. For hiking, a pair of boots – or at the very least heavy-duty trail runners – is a must. Thankfully, modern sartorial sensibilities are such that these will see service beyond the summit – read about the rise of the hiking boot in our everyday wardrobes. (Although you might need to give them a clean first.)

Above the ankle, you’ll want to think about layers. A ripstop shell jacket will keep you dry and is easy to stow away when not in use. A fleece could be outerwear or a mid-layer, depending on the conditions. As for a base layer, you’ll require some light tees, preferably with sweat-wicking properties.

Whether it’s trousers or shorts, pockets will prove their worth for stashing equipment (let’s be honest here: snacks). Handily, cargo and utility trousers are also a big part of the AW26 collections, so should be easy to get hold of. (Pockets are also a big feature of the field jacket trend, another item that wouldn’t look out of place on the trail.)

When it comes to accessories, go for a backpack or climbing-style crossbody bag. And a set of seriously sturdy socks that stay put could save you from blisters.

What you take for a city break depends on where you’re headed – and your itinerary when you’re there. But once more, we suggest working from the ground up and starting with your footwear. Assuming you’ll be putting your Fitbit through its paces, comfortable shoes should be your go-to.

“Cities demand flexibility, so pieces that can do both are everything here,” writes Emma Pradella, MR PORTER’s Brand Partnership & Marketing Editor. “Think of dark-wash jeans and neutral T-shirts or shirts for your base. Choose fine knit sweaters for air-conditioned spaces, a pair of smarter trousers that move from lunch to dinner and soft loafers that dress up well. And finally, a lightweight jacket is essential for unpredictable weather.”

The menswear expert Derek Guy goes one further and suggests a jacket that fits in anywhere – and not just your suitcase. He proposes a navy blazer or the piece of the season, an olive field jacket. “These provide lightweight layering for cool evenings or chilly museums, while also easing the load in your carry on. And even if locals dress casually, you don’t always have to – a tailored jacket can make an ordinary dinner feel more memorable.”

“In recent years, country life has changed,” reports the writer (and farmer) Mansel Fletcher. “Back in the 2010s, dressing for the country was still governed by ideas that were more Downton than downtown.” Not so now. “A combination of the pandemic, the mania around England’s Cotswolds, full-fibre broadband, remote working and the cost of urban property has produced a demographic shift – and you can now lead a 21st-century life in the country.” And the dress code has moved with this.

“At minimum you need a pair of outdoor shoes that can withstand a long walk over rough, wet ground,” Fletcher says. “You might also pack some lightweight loafers or slippers, to wear inside, because muddy boots will need to be removed at the back door.”

As for the rest of your outfit? “It’s better to layer clothing, so that if you heat up, you can tie your sweater around your waist or carry your jacket,” he says. “A wool gilet, preferably with a funnel neck, will be useful because you can also wear it inside.”

Some sweaters are also better than others. “Leave fine, solid-coloured knitwear in town and instead reach for more substantial jumpers,” Fletcher says. “Whether that’s ribbed knits, the deep tones of melange colours or the peerless texture of baby cashmere, choose pullovers with a bit of character.

“Softness and texture shouldn’t be restricted to your top half. Corduroy trousers have a relaxing ease about them – and look great with brown leather or suede boots. Meanwhile, wool flannel trousers combine comfort with a formality that’s appropriate come dinnertime. Whether they’re cords or flannels, take one more pair than you expect to need, in case they get wet in the rain.”