Derry-born couture designer, Jen Kelly, who has dressed presidents and princesses, is set to give an exclusive preview of his 2017 collection at upcoming ‘Fashion Fest’ Fashion Show being staged on Saturday, 19 November in the city’s historic Guildhall.
Derry City and Strabane District Council have secured Ireland’s most renowned fashion designer as its show headliner.
The show itself will be a high octane, professionally produced fashion show, featuring emerging and established designers from across the island of Ireland. The preview of Jen’s exclusive designs will be the closing collection of the night.
Louise Breslin, Programme Manager at Derry City and Strabane District Council, said: "Jen, is perfect inspiration for budding designers, having grown up in the city and now counting the likes of Michelle Obama and the Saudi Royal family as customers to his bespoke designs.
“He has also had his specially designed fabrics bought for creations by couture power houses such as Dior and Chanel.
Tickets are now available, entry is free of charge however places are limited and attendance must be registered by emailing fashionfest@derrystrabane.com.
Fashion Fest will run from the 18 until the 20 November and will feature special offers, live fashion events and in-store activities.
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