Spain has proven itself as so much more than a hot country for Brits to flock to each summer, with its carefree yet refined eye for style making the European land a real menswear contender in recent years.

So, put aside your tourist vision of Irish pubs, hotel sun lounger politics and crude T-shirts and take a look at the ten Spanish brands that are setting the standard. Olé!

1. Purificación García

Founded by a designer of the same name, Purificación García has been bringing Spanish residents classic and affordable pieces for over thirty years.

However, classic doesn’t mean basic, with all of its garments infused with simple touches of colour and print to help create a vibrant everyday wardrobe.

We’re particular fans of its slick suiting range.

Available at purificaciongarcia.com.

2. El Ganso

This Spanish label was born out of a simple desire: to produce beautiful clothing at accessible prices.

With a distinct preppy edge, El Ganso stays true to its word, catering for the man-about-town who wants to look put together at all times. This formula has proved successful since its 2004 launch, opening stores in Paris, Portugal and London in recent years.

Available at elganso.com.

3. Pull & Bear

Owned by Inditex, the same conglomerate who owns Zara and Bershka, high street label Pull & Bear blends urban streetwear with traditional Mediterranean style.

Graphic prints and youth-centric designs have become its trademark output, proving popular in its home country and beyond, with seven stores now open in the UK.

A definite must-visit for those who want to make bold style statements on a budget. Available at Pull & Bear.

4. Zara

Fellow Inditex brand Zara is a retail name we’re pretty sure you’ve already heard of, with 2,000+ locations worldwide.

Renowned for its fast moving and fashion-forward product range, this label is one of the biggest success stories of modern retailing, bringing cutting edge design to the market at record speeds.