Dunnes’ Margaret Heffernan saved me: Designer Paul Costelloe

Costelloe attributes success of his Dunnes collaboration to Margaret Heffernan

Paul Costelloe and left part of the new summer collection Picture: Bryan Meade/Getty

Designer Paul Costelloe says a collaboration with Dunnes Stores saved his fashion brand, after a series of failed business relationships left his finances in tatters and his confidence undermined.

“Dunnes has been very relevant in my recovery,” the designer said of his clothing and homewear lines for the store.

“It’s incredible the following the name Costelloe has in Ireland. I believe I have taken advantage of that,” he said.

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