Didn’t think it was possible to stand out in a sea of navy suit with a, er, navy suit? Think again, and enter the world of Mr P. The brand’s contemporary sensibility and use of luxurious fabrications result in impeccably crafted suits (as is the case with this wool, silk and linen-blend single-breasted style) that will stay in your formal wardrobe for years – without ever going out of style in the meantime. Round it off with an Oxford shirt and a pair of signature Jacques Derby shoes.

Springtime still reserves its fair share of cooler weather, so a needlecord suit will work double time in your rotation. And particularly if it’s as versatile as Mr P.’s blue two-piece. The plush, three-dimensional texture of the fabric contrasts plain weaves such as knits or jerseys nicely. The unstructured jacket will suit sneakers and Chelsea boots alike, but opt for a sleek pair of loafers if you’re taking things up a notch.

As things start to heat up, the thought of wearing a suit isn’t exactly the most pleasant of prospects. But with just a little consideration and thought into fabric, colour palette and construction, a suit can easily become spring and summer’s sartorial workhorse. Case in point, Mr P.’s ecru double-breasted jacket, which you can wear with the coordinating trousers, or break up with a pair of light-wash jeans or chinos.

Unstructured suits, such as this Mr P. deep-blue style, are some of the best investments you can make this season. Not only do they lend themselves well to formal and more casual occasions, but they’re also easier to break up, allowing you to style each individual item with pretty much anything you already own. Both jacket and pleated trousers have been garment dyed for a worn-in, slightly faded effect.

If you’re looking to venture out of your comfort zone, but need a gentle nudge to do so, then choosing a suit with a touch of textural interest is a good place to start. This Donegal tweed number is artfully tailored with a generous amount of wool for softness, in a mix of black and white threads that create a pixelated shade of grey from a distance. If that’s starting to sound too out there, fear not – the tapered trousers, and traditional details such as buttoned cuffs and notch lapels, are still decidedly classic.

Swap out the black suit for this more seasonally appropriate deep-brown version, which strikes a slightly softer yet still formal note for summer. And don’t be put off by the wool-twill fabrication. Not only do those wool fibres have temperature-regulating properties (perfect for inevitably temperamental weather conditions), but the slim-fit jacket is lined in satin, making it easy to add and remove layers as needed.

All things said, when in doubt, it never hurts to stick to the classics. Few items of clothing are more enduringly stylish than an impeccably tailored tuxedo, after all. This single-breasted wool example is sure to be a sartorial saviour for any formal events on your calendar. Though the sharp peak lapels and welt pockets lean into more traditional codes of suiting, the covered buttons and exaggerated curves of the hem show you’ve also given some extra thought to the finer details.