Welcome to…
The world of Alice Halliday, sustainable couture designer-maker, based in West Cork, Ireland.
Alice is passionate about creating artisan heirlooms, to cherish and treasure for lifetimes.
Her creations are ethically designed and mindfully slow-crafted at her Atelier, in Skibbereen. You can visit the atelier via private appointment, where you browse/try/buy pieces or request a consultation to have something custom made. contact here for bookings.
An ethereal aesthetic and luxurious attention to detail characterises Alice’s work, each piece is lovingly handmade using repurposed and reimagined vintage fabrics, antique trimmings, off-cuts and remnants.
“I am deeply inspired by nature. I grew up in the countryside, and have always felt connected to the natural environment.”
As a lover of flowers and the wild landscapes of West Cork; Meadows, woodlands and beaches are among Alice’s favourite places to find inspiration and forage for natural materials. Some of her headpieces even incorporate beach combed treasures found on local beaches.
Alice’s work has been featured in numerous acclaimed publications.
She also creates bespoke pieces for musicians/creative artists to wear for live performances, music videos and promo shoots. Her most famous piece is the white lace cape worn my Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine, as seen on British Vogue.
“Alice is so creative, so attuned to me and my energy, pays incredible attention to detail and honestly is just a total dream to work with. I ADORE my garments. They are so perfect for ceremonial, festival and wedding attire. I always feel like a Goddess when I wear them. I highly recommend choosing her for your one of a kind garments or purchasing her beautiful pre-made masterpieces. Thank you so much Alice, you’re a gift to us all! ”
Qualifications & Achievements
May 2007: Awarded ‘Student of the Year’ + Diploma in Art and Design (specialising in Fashion and Textiles) Warwickshire College, Leamington Spa, UK.
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June 2010: 2:1 BA (Hons) Degree in Fashion Design and Innovation, University for the Creative Arts, Epsom, UK.
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June 2010: Showcased graduate collection ‘Soul Salvation’ on the catwalk at London Graduate Fashion Week.
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July 2010 - 2011: Florence Welch (Florence + the Machine) wears Alice’s white lace cape on tour at Splendour in The Grass Festival, Queensland, Australia, and later at The Wiltern Theatre in LA.
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November 2011, Alice was awarded ‘Cork Fashion Week Designer of The Year’ for her debut collection ‘Tea with Tamara’.
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Spring 2024: ‘Best Bohemian Wedding & Events Fashion Company - ROI’ Lux Life Magazine, Leaders in Luxury Awards 2024.
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November 2024: Shortlisted/selected to showcase at DIFW Dublin Independent Fashion Week, Irish Designer Showroom, Smock Alley Theatre, Dublin.
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Spring 2026: Nominated for The Villa Maria Women of Vision Awards 2026
