Michael Stewart marks a first for Irish fashion with debut Paris haute couture show
Irish designer Michael Stewart debuted his label, Standing Ground, at Paris Haute Couture Week, marking a significant milestone for Irish fashion. The collection featured sculptural, hand-stitched evening wear that has already garnered attention from high-profile celebrities like Beyoncé and Tilda Swinton.
Why it matters
It highlights the growing international recognition of independent Irish design talent on the world's most prestigious fashion stage.
London -based Clare designer Michael Stewart fulfilled a long-held ambition on Monday when he presented his first haute couture show on the official calendar in Paris. It marked a singular honour for an independent Irish designer.
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