Metropolis: Couture Club

Derry-born Jen Kelly has more experience than most people of the ups and downs of fashion – and after 20 years in the business, he believes it is bespoke businesses focusing on quality that will survive the current downturn

This month marks the 20th anniversary of Irish couturier Jen Kelly’s Dublin based business, no small achievement in an industry as fickle as fashion. High standards and painstaking attention to detail, as well as Kelly’s good humour and perfectionism, have all contributed to his success and his continuing popularity with his loyal customers.

Entering his salon on North Great George’s Street - where you are greeted by his old English sheepdog, Cody - ...