Arts Thread

Celebrating yet subverting the staples of her Irish heritage, women’s wear designer Rebecca Halpenny draws from the rich tapestry of traditional craft and culture to reimagine her homeland’s creative history through a bold, contemporary lens. Born and raised in Dublin, Rebecca is influenced by the duality of Ireland’s history - honoring time-honored techniques while challenging convention through unconventional materials and silhouettes. Her work explores texture, structure, and narrative, merging the familiar with the unexpected to create garments that are both striking and thought-provoking. Eager to bring her vision to life within a professional setting, Rebecca is excited to begin her career in the fashion industry, with a focus on design or atelier roles. She looks forward to collaborating within creatively dynamic teams and alongside both emerging and established designers and artists, continuing to push boundaries and contribute to the evolving landscape of contemporary fashion.