Paul McLauchlan: What clothes are Irish men buying this winter?

The Irish Examiner asked Ireland’s most stylish men if they’re buying anything this winter

Paraboot's 'Michael' style is Andy Collins winter go to Paul McLauchlan fashion

Who’s buying clothes during a pandemic?

This is the multi-billion dollar question on everyone’s lips from CEOs to customers. What use do new clothes have for 'lockdown life'? Clothing functions secondary to our personalities — it amplifies who we are and what we have to say about ourselves. If the number of people we’re seeing is dramatically reduced, as it looks to be with Ireland in a six-week Level 5 lockdown, what use do your fineries have?