A retrospective on the late, great Paul Costelloe …
Set within The K Club’s Drawing Room in Co Kildare, designer William Costelloe welcomed guests for a salon-style fashion showcase in honour of his father Paul. This was a special collaboration with Curated by Design Centre, which offered a glimpse into the craftsmanship and artistry that defined Paul Costelloe’s work.
As the collection of garments, from chic suits to show-stopping ballgowns came to life, guests enjoyed sweet and savoury creations from head pastry chef Fernando, along with speciality teas and Laurent Perrier Champagne.
Rosanna Davison and William Costelloe.
William, who is an artist and creative director of Paul Costelloe, created hand-drawn sketches for the occasion. Penny McCormick from THE GLOSS said at the event, “It was lovely to catch up with William, who told me that he’s putting the finishing touches to the new AW26 collection, which will be inspired by Grace Kelly.”
Guests also were able to shop Curated by Design Centre‘s pop-up boutique and meet accessory designer Grainne Maher, whose clutch bags shone beside earrings by Melissa Curry as finishing touches for the models, one of whom was former Miss World Rosanna Davidson. Other familiar faces included Maura O’Neill, Laura Jayne Halton, Suzanne Lawlor, Michael Fitzpatrick, Aurelija Fetherson, Ashling Kilduff and Dee Maddock.
Click into the gallery to see some of those in attendance:
Photography by Brian McEvoy