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Despite our internal craving for all things glam, there comes a time when we just want to keep it casual. Our style that is. But there is equilibrium where sparkly meets tracksuit and I call it “smart”. Typically at the weekends, we like to brush off the week, send the suit to the dry cleaners and don our Saturday finest, the most popular being jeans and a top. The definition of casual clothes has evolved over the last number of years as Ireland is now the home to some of the most renowned retailers, both indigenous and international. We can, without fail, style ourselves comfortably and affordably. I had the pleasure of interviewing British fashion legend, Gok Wan last week and we talked of Irish style in general and he thinks we got it sorted. So if Gok thinks we have style, how do we balance the chic with the comfy?

So you are going for some Christmas party drinks after work with your colleagues, but you have very little time to get dressed up? Use these style tricks to dress to impress after a long day in the office.

While most of us did not get a chance to trot out our summer gear much in Ireland this year, we know for sure our autumn/winter stuff will be used. Below are five trends you should invest in for October.

Elegant with an edge, not exactly the first thing that comes to mind when you think of menswear, but this is the ethos of successful menswear line Selected. Perhaps smart-casual is a better way of describing the collection. Born menswear, on level 1 of the Newtownsmith store, stocks a vast range of the brand with everything from smart coats and blazers to trendy jeans, James Dean print T-shirts (€24.95), and knit cardigans.

Sharpen up your look with this season’s tailored pieces for a grown-up and elegant style.

If you are heading to one of the many music festivals this summer and are looking for some inspiration, here are some statement dresses that will take you through the festivals and beyond.

A wardrobe essential, the blazer is a versatile and timeless piece that will take you right into the next season. From the boyfriend style to long tuxedo jacket or cropped boxy blazer in black, white, cream, or navy, here are some ways to dress up or down this favourite piece.

It’s all about the essential wardrobe item this winter, the coat, so keep in style with trend tips from Debbie Norman, manager of BORN Clothing in Newtownsmith – winner of Galway’s Best Fashion Retailer 2010.

Evening blazers are going to be everywhere this party season. You will certainly be able to wear the one you bought a couple of seasons back.

Good looks on guys