A Contemporary Irish Couture Story

Redefining Occasion Wear with Contemporary Irish Design

Finding the perfect outfit for a wedding or special occasion isn’t always easy. Many women are looking for something that feels elegant and contemporary. They want clothes that fit beautifully and reflect their own personal style. Unfortunately, these are not always easy to find on the high street.

At Maire Forkin Designs, we’ve spent more than 18 years offering a different approach.

From our South Dublin design studio, we create contemporary made-to-measure occasion wear for clients across Ireland and the UK. Whether it’s for a wedding, black-tie event, race meeting or another memorable celebration, every garment is individually designed to flatter the wearer, suit the occasion and reflect her unique style.

More Than Traditional Bespoke

What makes us different is that we offer much more than traditional bespoke tailoring.

Over the years, we have developed a unique contemporary couture experience that combines fashion design, personal styling, precision pattern cutting and exceptional Irish craftsmanship. From the first consultation through to the final fitting, every step is tailored to the individual, ensuring each garment fits beautifully and feels effortless to wear.

Our aim is simple—to create elegant, contemporary clothing that gives every woman confidence, whatever her shape or size.

Designed to Be Worn Again

We believe beautiful occasion wear should have a life beyond one special day.

That’s why we design timeless pieces that can be mixed and matched, restyled and worn again for future occasions. A dress can be paired with a different jacket  or a skirt with a new top, or tailored trousers styled in a fresh way, creating a versatile wardrobe that evolves with you.

Beautifully made, expertly tailored and designed to last, our garments are an investment in style, comfort and quality.

At Maire Forkin Designs, we are passionate about creating contemporary Irish couture that celebrates individuality and helps every woman look and feel her very best.