From its humble beginnings as essential workwear to a wardrobe staple, Denim has always been the most versatile fabric on the scene and there is no greater example of this than classic Jeans. Since their conception in the late 1800s, Jeans have gone through a lot of changes but one thing hasn't changed; they're always on trend. No other item of clothing has been so greatly embraced by people from all walks of life as the jean and author of Denim; From Cowboys to the Catwalk; Paul Trynka explains why Jeans have such a broad appeal; " Because denim changes...

Our guide to staying warm while looking cool this Winter/Spring 2023 Now that the colder weather has most definitely arrived, we’ve seen an increased demand for warmer clothes and we believe you don’t have to sacrifice fashionability for practicality this Winter/Spring. We’ve all been there, we’ve pieced together the perfect outfit for an event only for the weather to force us to cover it up in layers upon layers of knitwear just to stay warm. We’ll discuss how to buy smarter and get more use out of knitwear this season and how to use your garments to their full potential.  What Are The Top...

A Waistcoat is an easy way to add depth to an outfit and another level of formality to a suit but with that territory comes its pitfalls too. There’s a fine line between looking like Frank Sinatra and looking like Ronnie O Sullivan. There are different cuts, patterns and materials and each has its own place in men’s fashion. In this article, we’ll discuss how to incorporate a vest into your wardrobe and make sure you feel as good as you look whether it’s going to the office, grabbing a drink or saying “ I Do”. How Do I Wear...

It’s an undisputed fact that a blazer is one of the few items of clothing that every well-dressed man should own. The definition of what makes a blazer is a little less concrete and every tailor has their own definition. Most commonly,A blazer is any tailored jacket that comes without a matching set of pants. The signature features of a blazer are soft tailoring, solid colour and contrasting buttons and are usually worn with a contrasting set of trousers. The Blazer is the go-to garment for men because of its versatility; it’s a step up from the sports coat and...

Often I’ve seen an outfit on a guy, a passerby, a client, a colleague and even celebrities and Ive thought to myself  " I'd pull that off!". I make sure to make a mental note of each item of clothing that makes up the outfit in hope of replicating it someday but sometimes I step out of the dressing room and the outfit does absolutely nothing for me and I realise there is an invaluable lesson; What works for one person might not work for you. Clothes are a social indicator that tells the people around us little things about us,...

A few videos from the opening night of our new Suit Department at Spirit Clothing in Longford.