The Spirit of Relove Fashion

Ambassador Programme

2025/26 marked the launch of the Spirit of Relove Fashion Ambassador Programme, created to celebrate young designers who thoroughly embrace and showcase the ethos of the Relove Fashion Competition, and use it as an opportunity to hone their sustainable fashion skills.

Could you be the next Ambassador? Submit on 28th January to be in with a chance!

2025/26 Ambassador

Elizabeth Cooper from Colaiste Clavin in Meath County Council has been named the inaugural Spirit of Relove Fashion Ambassador, a brand new role celebrating creativity, innovation, and the next generation of circular fashion leaders.

Elizabeth has been redefining sustainable style since her early years, pushing her creativity and teaching herself new skills at every opportunity.

With three Relove Fashion entries under her belt, Elizabeth’s designs have levelled up every time. From upcycling old shirts into a skater dress, repurposing her grandfather’s ties into a beautifully tailored top, to patchworking a reversible skirt combo, each entry shows off new techniques and skills alongside a stronger commitment to zero waste and circular fashion.

As part of the programme, Elizabeth spent three days at the Rediscovery Centre, Ireland’s National Centre for the Circular Economy, learning from expert sustainable fashion mentors. The training included natural dyeing with Malú Colorín of Talu Earth, tailoring with Fionn Ó’Dubhghaill, and sustainable design with Aisling Duffy.

Relove Fashion and the Rediscovery Centre were delighted to provide Elizabeth with this opportunity, and to celebrate her work as she prepares for the Leaving Certificate, and hopefully fashion school afterwards!

She is setting a new standard for youth creativity in Ireland’s circular fashion scene.

TIPS & TRICKS FROM OUR AMBASSADOR

The third Relove Fashion submission from Elizabeth, this clever upcycled outfit is four looks in one, with both the top and bottom designed to be reversible.

The patchwork side of the skirt was created by sewing together lots of small scraps from previous sewing projects, including pieces from Elizabeth's previous Relove Fashion entries - 12 hours of patchworking went into this part alone!

The reverse of the skirt is denim patchwork which also has handy pockets on the back. The reversible halter neck top is denim on one side and floral on the other, with a lace up back. Elizabeth has also created some beautiful accessories to accompany her outfit.

A denim handbag, lined with fabric from a preloved shirt, and the look is completed with an upcycled can tab necklace. Learn more about the outfit, from the sourcing, the inspiration, the making, and the designers favourite feature.

Are you inspired to make your own circular outfit?