Laois woman's repurposed curtain dress wins her top style award at Curragh race day

Laois woman's repurposed curtain dress wins her top style award at Curragh race day

Dawn Knight from Laois wearing a self-designed dress created from curtain material and made especially for the day, shoes from Folkston Shoe Company in Edenderry and headpiece rented from Harrington Hats in Laois, was presented with the Sustainable Style Award at the Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort ‘Styled by Nature’ competition during the Juddmonte Irish Oaks. Selected by award winning fashion broadcaster and stylist, Emily O’Donnell, the award recognised a look that combined style, creativity and a thoughtful approach to sustainable fashion. Dawn's outfit stood out for its originality and connection to the Styled by Nature Sustainable Style being created from repurposed curtain material. Photo credit: Damien Eagers

Dawn Knight from Portarlington in Laois was presented with the Sustainable Style Award as part of the Styled by Nature Award sponsored by Tulfarris Hotel & Golf Resort, at The Curragh Racecourse, during the Juddmonte Irish Oaks raceday.

Dawn from Portarlington was presented with the Sustainable Style Award for her remarkable self‑designed dress created from repurposed curtain material and made especially for the day. She paired the dress with shoes from Folkston Shoe Company in Edenderry and a rented headpiece from Harrington Hats in Laois. Dawn’s look stood out for its originality, thoughtful craftsmanship and strong connection to the Styled by Nature theme. Her prize is a luxurious two‑night stay for two at the five‑star Castlemartyr Resort, including breakfast and dinner.

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