Junk Kouture World Final returns to Dublin
Marking 15 years of Junk Kouture in Ireland, the event will culminate in the Eurospar-sponsored World Final on 4 March at The Helix, DCU
Print24 February 2025
Schools from around the world are currently putting the finishing touches to their designs ahead of a celebration of sustainability and innovation at the Junk Kouture Festival of Creativity and Circularity in Dublin from 3-4 March, culminating in the Eurospar sponsored Junk Kouture World Final on 4 March in the Helix, DCU.
This year’s event marks 15 years of Junk Kouture in Ireland, celebrating its impact in fostering sustainable, creative talent of young people 12-19-years-old at home and away.
Following the inaugural World Final in Abu Dhabi and wowing audiences in Monaco with the second, Dublin now has the honour of hosting the third Junk Kouture World Final, showcasing Ireland’s pivotal role in promoting youth creativity and circular innovation since the inception of what is now a global movement.
The Lab
Junk Kouture will host The Lab on 3 March, a workshop for students on growth mindset and circular entrepreneurship with guest speakers and alumni of Junk Kouture.
Sixty finalist teams from Ireland, the UK, France, Italy, the USA, and the UAE will present breathtaking couture designs made entirely from recycled materials.
From mussel shells to window blinds, expect jaw-dropping innovation and craftsmanship as these young designers compete for the coveted World Designer of the Year title.
The designs will be evaluated by a prestigious judging panel of experts in sustainability, fashion, education, and entertainment including American eco-designer, climate activist, Global JK ambassador and author Maya Penn, buying director of Primark Sally Taylor, Parisian it-girl and champion of sustainable fashion Lise Pierron and fashion designer and founder of sustainable luxury womenswear brand SML London Stephen McLaughlin.
Eurospar partnership
And as Junk Kouture turns 15, it’s with great excitement that Junk Kouture confirms it is partnering with supereasy supermarket group Eurospar for a third year.
Building on the relationship established in 2023 and 2024, Eurospar returns as headline sponsor for the competition in 2025, including supporting the Irish team at the upcoming World Final in Dublin on Tuesday 4 March.
Much like Junk Kouture, Eurospar are at the heart of local communities across Ireland with 52 locally owned supermarkets which help Junk Kouture spread its all-important message of living sustainably.
Junk Kouture designs were on hand at one of Eurospar’s flagship stores in Carrickmacross, Co Monaghan to celebrate the renewal of their partnership, including World Finalist Lady of the Landscape made from old duvets, prams from the bogland and 250 plastic bottles designed by Aisling McFadden, Eabha McGinley, and Sinead Browne of Pobalscoil Chloich Cheannfhaola, Donegal; Dublin City Finalist Kendallture made from wire hangers and plastic bags from a dry cleaners and inspired by Kendall Jenner’s Met Gala look and the fast fashion crisis, designed by Megan Ward, Chloe Sherry and Aoibhin Carolan, St. Louis Secondary School, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan; and Junk Kouture alumnus Eve Nelson in her specially-commissioned Eurospar design.
Classroom Kouture
Last year, a brand-new initiative Classroom Kouture was launched by Eurospar, as they partnered with primary schools local to Eurospar supermarkets.
This will continue in 2025 and is a great opportunity for Eurospar to activate their commitment to responsible retailing.
“Through our commitment to Responsible Retailing, every Eurospar retailer is passionate about supporting their local community and we see our sponsorship of Junk Kouture as a natural extension of that commitment and we are especially delighted to have the opportunity to support local schools on their Junk Kouture journey,” said Claire O’Brien, marketing manager, Eurospar.
“We are so grateful for the continuing support of Eurospar and their 52 locally owned supermarkets in Ireland, and thank them for their support at our World Final in March,” said Troy Armour, CEO, Junk Kouture.
Limited tickets remain, available here starting at €40.
Read more: Eurospar showcases ‘specially fashioned’ design creations at Junk Kouture Ireland final
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