The mantra of the sartorially gifted but budget challenged. The outlay on some of these are pretty high but the rule works for pretty much anything – as in any price. It’ll also save you from impulse buys, ill-thought purchases, and having to think in the morning. Here’s a few items that are low on colour, long on cred (and wearability).

1. Ray Ban aviator sunglasses – Forzieri Italia

2. 3.1 PHILLIP LIM – Far Fetch

3. Pieces Omakio necklace – ASOS

4. MM6 Maison Martin Margiela slouchy shoulder bag – Shopbop

5. Moleskin classic black notebook – NoteMaker

6. Alexander Wang Kori oxfords - Shopbop

7. J Brand 901 waxed legging jeans – Shopbop

8. Tom Ford Black Orchid Eau de Parfum – David Jones

9. Helmut Newton SUMO – Taschen