Key Highlights

Navigate the warm summer months with confidence, armed with our detailed guide on dressing for special occasions, from communions and confirmations to weddings.

  • Summer Wedding Guest Outfit: Embrace the season with a beige linen suit, offering breathability and style. Pair with a pink shirt and floral tie for a statement look.

  • Casual Chic for Summer Gatherings: Strike the perfect balance between sharpness and comfort with a blazer and chinos ensemble, ideal for confirmations or communions.

  • Dressing Down for Warm Weather: Keep it relaxed yet stylish with a casual shirt or polo paired with chinos or shorts. Classic white sneakers complete the look effortlessly.

  • Breathable Casual Wear: Stay cool and stylish in a linen or polo shirt paired with chino shorts, ensuring comfort even in the warmest weather.


April 20, 2023

Slaying Summer: Your Handbook for Special Occasions

During the warm and vibrant summer months, families find themselves drawn to a plethora of special occasions, ranging from the solemnity of communions and confirmations to the joyous celebration of weddings. In this detailed blog post, we aim to provide an exhaustive guide on the appropriate attire and essential dressing tips tailored specifically for these significant events. Whether you're navigating the delicate balance of formality and comfort at a communion, expressing your style with panache at a wedding, or opting for a smart-casual look for a confirmation, we've got you covered. Dive into our comprehensive guide to ensure you're impeccably dressed for every memorable moment this summer brings.

Summer Wedding Guest Outfit

Summer invites experimentation with lighter fabrics and vibrant hues, making it the perfect time to consider a summer suit. A beige linen suit, like this one from Louis Copeland, offers versatility for various occasions. Crafted from a blend of virgin wool, silk, and linen from Loro Piana, this suit boasts breathability and crease resistance, ideal for warmer weather. Its neutral tone provides ample opportunities to pair with different shirts and ties creatively. For a touch of color, consider styling it with a pink shirt and a slightly darker floral tie to make a statement.

€1,679.00

This suit will work great with a wide variety of different shirts and ties beyond your standard blues and whites and will suit a wide variety of complexions as well. Much of thi...

€159.00

Louis Copeland has created the perfect shirt. Through research on wearing our own shirts and dealing with the best quality mills, we know how the shirt is going to feel when our...

€110.00

Crafted by Eton and using on the highest quality materials available, this silk tie is the perfect way to finish off any formal ensemble. A classic 3-fold construction with mini...

Casual Chic for Summer Gatherings

For events like confirmations or communions, opting for a less formal style can be more suitable. In such situations, a blazer paired with chinos offers an excellent alternative to a full suit. This outfit, curated by Jamie at our Dundrum store, strikes the perfect balance between sharpness and comfort, ensuring you look stylish while feeling at ease during your special occasion.

€474.50€949.00

Lardini is a family-owned business in Filottrano, Italy which was founded in the early fifties. This particular one specializes in sartorial menswear, so they prioritize suiting...

€174.50€349.00

Our shop offers a variety of luxury Jacob Cohen men’s jeans. Jacob Cohen denim clothing is distinguished by a high-quality cut and a perfect fit for any figure type. The Jacob ...

€169.00

Louis Copeland has created the perfect shirt. Through research on wearing our own shirts and dealing with the best quality mills, we know how the shirt is going to feel when our...

Dressing Down for Warm Weather

If you're heading to a laid-back event like a birthday BBQ, opting for a more relaxed attire is ideal. Pairing a casual shirt or polo with chinos or shorts ensures a stylish appearance. For footwear, classic white sneakers complement these casual outfits perfectly. Having a timeless pair of sneakers in your wardrobe is essential as they can add a touch of informality to various looks, including when paired with a blazer and formal trousers. Consider wearing this FEDELI Knitted Shirt with chinos and sneakers for a cool yet stylish ensemble, especially on cooler days.

€142.50€285.00

The perfect shirt doesn’t exist. Or does it? We’ll let you find the answer to that. In the meantime, we suggest you take a look at our STEVE design. Sober without being understa...

€490.00

Style meets functionality, whilst sporty influences meet luxurious attitude. This Santoni men’s sneaker is crafted from luxurious tumbled leather, embellished with a small colou...

Breathable Casual Wear

When the temperatures rise and you need a casual outfit for your event, opt for the comfort and breathability of a linen shirt. Alternatively, a polo shirt offers another excellent choice to keep cool. Pair either of these options with chino shorts for a polished and stylish look.

€94.50€189.00

LOUIS COPELAND Menader Stripe Shirt Blue 66% cotton 34% linen Stripe casual shirt Single cuff Cut away collar Regular fit

€490.00

Style meets functionality, whilst sporty influences meet luxurious attitude. This Santoni men’s sneaker is crafted from luxurious tumbled leather, embellished with a small colou...

€319.00

The Paraiso is an apron toe loafer designed for maximum comfort. The lightweight rubber sole, cushioned footbed, and supple leathers offer all-day comfort without sacrificing st...