Fashion

Summer time and the weather is hot... well maybe not here, but it probably is wherever you're headed for your holidays. So here's the five things you're gonna need to look cool in the sun.

Whether or not July turns out to be a better month than its bold brother June, you're probably going to be getting a sustained amount of sun at some point this summer - even if it's not in Ireland. With that in mind, this week's Five Friday Favourites from Arnotts has your five summer holiday essentials.

First up is the Bailey Billy Hat. It's typical of us Irish, the very minute we get a bit if sun, we need to protect ourselves from it. With sunstroke being something that's not overly fun, you might as well protect your head in style. This hat will do just that and pretty much top off any summer outfit. It's available for €41 and can be found both in-store and online from www.arnotts.ie.

Summertime is synonymous with polo shirts and a very cool example of such a garment is the Brooks Brothers Golden Fleece® Slim Polo. It might be a little understated, but that's exactly what you want to grab the ladies attention - relaxed, but stylish. You can get your hands on it for €64.

It's only natural as Irish men that we want to get our milky white legs out the very minute there's any sun. And while there's been precious little chance of that so far, you'll be guaranteed an outing for your shorts while on your holiers. The Brooks Brothers Navy Shorts are just the thing to stuff your suitcase with. They're cool, will keep you cool and are availaable for €85.

With all the sun you're also going to need the Selected Sunglasses. Just try to not look summery in these slick shades - it's not possible. They're great value at just €19.95.

Our final item for this week is the item that will have you the talk of the poolside bar. The Diesel Short Sleeve Khaki Shirt may have a long name, but that sure as hell doesn't stop is being a damn fine shirt. Pair this up with the shorts and you're away with yourself. The even better thing is, it's been reduced from €87 and is now available both online and in-store for just €52.20.

Shop at the menswear department at Arnotts.

Here are this week's Five Friday Favourites. And for a fully clickable version, click here.