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One of our favourite celebrations has finally made its way back around again – St Patricks Day. The special day sees the commemoration of the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, Saint Patrick and Irish culture in general. The Irish holiday has now become a celebration across most places in the UK, bringing together a variety of people for events revolving around Irish traditions.

Irish traditions include Irish folk music, the drinking of green beer and Guinness and spending the day attending parades and festivals. St Paddy’s Day lands on a Sunday this year which makes it the perfect time for a get together with your friends to celebrate the exciting event. Whether you decide to go on a pub crawl to your favourite pubs and bars throughout the day or fancy attending a local parade, you will need to make sure you are dressed appropriately and looking right on trend. Take inspiration from the men’s outfit ideas below featuring products from the Irish fashion store, Galvin for Men. 

If you are planning on going out to celebrate with your mates, then this outfit will certainly see you through the day. This casual yet bold look will help you look cool, comfortable and not to mention on trend. Add a sporty touch to your outfit with these basketball inspired trainers by Adidas Originals from Galvin for Men.

Tartan Waistcoat

When it comes to dressing in a smart and sophisticated manner, there are many ways pieces you can add to your look to help you do so. Looking elegant and stylish helps you to feel confident, now who doesn’t want that? If you are in need of a wardrobe overhaul and want to add some sophistication to your look, then follow some of these style tips and your look will be dapper in no time.

• Suit Up – Like Barney from HIMYM always says, “Suit Up!” It is the easiest way to look smart. That simple jacket, trouser, shirt and tie combination will always add up to an instant style hit. If you are unsure of style and colour, opt for a simple black one. If want to be a little more adventurous then why not go for a pinstripe or check pattern with an added waistcoat and a pair of brogues.
• Accessorise – Adding smart touches to an ordinary daytime outfit, will make your appearance look a lot smarter. Formal shoes, a tie, a bag or even a waistcoat added to your casual outfit will give you a much more sophisticated look. A nice watch will complete the look also. Choose from designer collections such as Diesel (chunky watches) Fossil, DKNY, Casio or Armani Exchange watches for smart time pieces.
• Be confident – There is no point wearing a suit if you are going to slouch in it. Stand up straight look forward and show off your new found confidence. Let your smart attire improve your stature. A smart look will add to improved confidence, an improved level of confidence will then trickle into other areas of your life. Thus meaning just a simple suit could alter your lifestyle for the better.
• Be you – Don’t wear a suit you don’t feel comfortable in. Try out many different styles and find the one you like best. Always be yourself when it comes to fashion. Your clothes on the outside show who you are on the inside. Wear what you want to wear and stick to what suits you.

Hopefully thee small hints have given you what you need to dress sophisticated and feel good about yourself.