Christlin Abraham & Akshaya Balireddi

Our Lady's Bower Secondary School

Westmeath County Council

For this outfit, our young designers set out to prove that old, unwanted clothes can become stylish party wear.

Inspired by online designs, the team chose a striking black and gold theme. 

They sourced second hand garments from a local charity shop, carefully deconstructed them, and reused the fabric to create their outfit. 

Using a paper pattern, they cut and sewed the pieces into a chic top and asymmetric skirt. Gold trim and floral embellishments add glamour to the top, while a gathered gold panel finishes the skirt with flair.