Moncler says its slick black range is “inspired by the deep-sea abyss”, and the Octano jacket, with its pops of cobalt blue and white-out logo demonstrates this clearly. We all know black is the city dress code, but the lightweight shell material, waterproof zip pockets and a retractable hood mean this will hold its own on your outdoor pursuits, too – which is lucky, as that’s when the Trailgrip high-tops come into their own. Combining a fitted knit upper and chunky Vibram Megagrip soles, these are loaded with minuscule detailing, such as reflective pull tabs, logo-debossed moulded splash guards and tricolour webbing.

Here come those flashes of colour. This time showcasing the collection’s centre court references, a pair of vivid sky-blue swim shorts in quick-drying shell display their versatility as tennis or everyday attire. Especially when teamed with a sharp white cotton tee, classic grey marl zip-through with tricolour ribbon zip and fresh sneakers. The brand’s abstract rooster is a subtle wink to supreme quality on an otherwise restrained and ultra-casual fit.

It might be May, but those April showers can outstay their welcome. To protect you from the elements, Moncler has reimagined the hard-working windbreaker. Water-repellent and lightweight with a short, boxy fit, this is a super-wearable and useful investment in vivid green. We’ve styled it with a timeless cotton-piqué white polo shirt with grosgrain placket detail and a pair of trousers that are the perfect blend of comfort (elasticated waist and loose, relax fit) and style (crisp cotton-poplin and pressed creases). Finished with leather and suede sneakers, the tonal texture and flecked rubber soles add luxurious depth.

Is it a terry tennis two-piece? Is it a laid-back beach fit? Or casual separates made into a matching set? How about all three? With a zigzagging all-over monogram print, this camp-collar cotton-poplin shirt and swim shorts don’t have to be worn together, but for a summer outfit that is cool in both meanings of the word, we suggest you do so. For cooler days, however, the bowling-inspired shirt will team perfectly with jeans or loose chinos – and for high-summer, the shorts will look the part while sipping a beer at the pool bar or swimming laps in the bay.

There will for ever be power in the sharp combination of black and white. And when applied to casualwear – well, let’s just call it the metropolitan tuxedo? Here, versatile basics are combined to create clean and contemporary sporty layers. The Gales jacket in light windproof shell has a relaxed fit, front panel details and stand collar, and features the instantly recognisable tricolour logo badge. Paired with a variegated stripe monotone tee with metallic logo and the brand’s iconic low-top Trailgrip sneakers, it’s an unfussy, sleek city suit.