Ireland Fashion Week: The Irish Edit Brings 29 Irish Designers to the Heart of Dublin

By: Cláir

Ireland Fashion Week showcased the very best of Irish creativity on Saturday, 10 October, with The Irish Edit, a celebration of homegrown design held at Windmill QTR in Dublin 2.

The event featured 29 Irish designers spanning clothing, jewellery and accessories, offering visitors a unique opportunity to discover some of Ireland’s most exciting creative talent.

Two live fashion showcases brought the collections to life through expertly styled looks, highlighting the craftsmanship, innovation and storytelling that define contemporary Irish design.

Leading the creative vision behind the event was Zeda The Architect, who served as Creative Director, Producer and Stylist.

Her production transformed the venue into a vibrant showcase of contemporary Irish fashion and design. To learn more about Zeda’s work, follow @notzeda on Instagram.

Among the designers featured was Gráinne Maher, whose luxury accessories brand is designed in Belfast and handcrafted in Tuscany.

Her TALISMAN collection draws inspiration from the goddesses of Irish mythology, celebrating themes of sovereignty, protection and inner strength.

Each handbag is named after a goddess, including Ériu, Banbha, Anu and Fódhla, combining Irish storytelling with contemporary luxury craftsmanship.

Gráinne’s collections are available through her website, www.grainnemaher.com and at Costume, 10/11 Castle Market, Dublin 2.

To order or learn more, follow @grainnemaher_thebrand on Instagram.

Another exciting designer showcased at The Irish Edit was Caoimhe Powell Studios.

A graduate of Griffith College Dublin, Caoimhe’s work centres on femininity, sustainability and thoughtful craftsmanship.

Her collections feature knitwear and linen pieces in soft pastel tones, reflecting a refined and contemporary Irish aesthetic.

Her Spring/Summer 2027 collection, Dúiseacht an Earraigh (The Awakening of Spring), explores themes of renewal, balance and growth.

Inspired by the quiet transition between winter and spring, the collection captures the moment of becoming, when life has not fully arrived but its presence can already be felt.

Designed and produced in the west of Ireland, her work celebrates slow fashion, local craftsmanship and sustainability.

Collections are available through www.caoimhepowellstudios.com

To order or learn more, follow @caoimhepowellstudios on Instagram.

Also featured was Karen Hegarty, Creative Director of Sperrin Design, a brand renowned for its commitment to sustainability and versatility.

Hegarty places a strong emphasis on natural and dead-stock fabrics sourced from small local businesses, with every garment produced through a made-to-order model designed to minimise waste.

Speaking about her approach, Hegarty says: “I hold fabric sustainability as one of my core brand principles.

“Any leftover fabric from main collection drops is kept and made into small one-off pieces that are dropped intermittently between seasons.”

One of Sperrin Design’s most recognisable signatures is its use of tapestry fabric.

Durable and hard-wearing, the fabric serves as both a practical textile and a symbolic representation of stories woven together.

Many pieces feature detachable sleeves and pockets, allowing garments to be styled in multiple ways and adapted from casual daywear to statement fashion pieces.

Sperrin Design is available through fashion markets throughout Dublin and online at www.sperrindesign.com to order or learn more, follow @sperrindesign on Instagram.

Another designer who drew attention throughout the event was Aoife Harvey of AH Designs.

A sustainable Irish fashion designer, Aoife transforms reclaimed, vintage and surplus fabrics into contemporary one-of-a-kind garments.

Her creations include bespoke corsets, jackets and bows, each handcrafted to give new life to materials that might otherwise be discarded.

Aoife’s work is rooted in the belief that sustainable fashion should be both beautiful and innovative, creating modern heirloom pieces that challenge traditional fashion norms.

Having won the BBC programme A Stitch Through Time, Harvey has established herself as one of Ireland’s most exciting emerging design talents.

Her signature corsets demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, from carefully considered colour combinations to intricate garment construction and distinctive storytelling.

Each piece reflects a commitment to craftsmanship while championing a circular and sustainable approach to fashion.

Her made-to-measure collections can be viewed through www.ahdesigns.co.uk to order or learn more, follow @ah.designs_ on Instagram.

A welcome addition to the menswear offering at The Irish Edit was Stapleton Menswear, led by Creative Director Tom Stapleton.

Having studied at Grafton Academy Dublin, Stapleton has developed a reputation for creating distinctive made-to-measure menswear, producing unique one-of-a-kind garments designed with longevity, craftsmanship and individuality at their core.

According to the designer, Stapleton Menswear has been worn by Graham Norton on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK and, more recently, by Irish country music star Nathan Carter.

His collections showcase a dedication to traditional tailoring techniques, with every garment reflecting time, precision and meticulous attention to detail.

A defining feature of Stapleton Menswear is its use of rustic-toned wools, complemented by hand top-stitching details that showcase the craftsmanship behind each piece.

The result is menswear that feels contemporary yet timeless, offering customers garments designed not only to stand out but to last.

Each piece demonstrates Tom’s belief that true luxury lies in quality construction, thoughtful design and a highly personal approach to tailoring.

For those seeking bespoke menswear with a distinctive Irish design identity, Stapleton Menswear represents a modern interpretation of traditional craftsmanship.

To order or learn more, follow @stapleton.menswear on Instagram.

As Ireland Fashion Week continues to spotlight Irish creativity, The Irish Edit successfully celebrated both established and emerging designers, providing a platform where craftsmanship, sustainability, heritage and innovation came together under one roof.

The event highlighted the exceptional talent within Ireland’s fashion industry and the increasing recognition of Irish design at home and abroad.

From luxury accessories and contemporary womenswear to sustainable fashion and bespoke menswear, The Irish Edit offered a compelling snapshot of the creativity shaping the future of Irish fashion.