Today’s metaphysical conundrum: Do you drop cash on something that will look lame within weeks, or, in the inimitable words of Professor Snoop, do you back up off it and sit your card down?

The duh solution: Invest in something with staying power from Carin Rodebjer. The Swedish designer combines her national costume with 1920s Parisian bohemia and a splash of Hanoi Rocks. Translation: internationally chic clothes that will look as good this fall as they do now.

The Noomi dress is the perfect jumper. In black and saffron yellow plaid, it will be great layered come fall. The Ling top in black viscose has a placket of brass buttons and cinches at the waist. The heavy cotton Kajsa blouse, which works over anything, may just help you transcend seasonal dressing altogether.

Which would be very metaphysical of you indeed.

Available at Third Street Habit, 153 North Third Street (215-925-5455 or thirdstreethabit.com). To see styles, go to rodebjer.com.