Accessories are a tricky thing to master, especially with all the options that are available out there.

However, you don’t need a wide variety to nail your look, and we’ve come a long way since gentlemen walked around with top hats and ceremonial swords. There are only a few key pieces that you will need on a day-to-day basis to complete your outfits.

Also, the type of extras you wear can depend on the season and what you’re doing. For instance, you’re probably not going to wear a woolly hat in the middle of summer, and unless you’re a celebrity, probably shouldn’t wear shades in winter. Here’s when and how to wear them.