Tastemaker: Annie Dunne, event designer – ‘While talent is a great foundation, ambition is what spurs people on’

Annie Dunne, event designer, on fashion, art, and a love of horses

  • February 3, 2024
Annie Dunne, founder of Acquerello tableware. Picture: Fergal Phillips

Can you tell me a little about your background before you started your current career?

I worked in event design in London, travelling the world with the job. In 2020 I made the decision to move home to Ireland and to start my own event design company. Working on events and weddings subsequently highlighted a gap in the market for beautiful tableware and gifting, prompting me to explore and fulfil my love of ceramics. The result ...