Ireland Fashion Week Announces Week Wide Sponsors For 2026

Ireland Fashion Week Announces Week Wide Sponsors For 2026

Now in its second year, Ireland Fashion Week welcomes the return of a number of founding partners alongside new homegrown brands for 2026, each playing a pivotal role in supporting the future of Irish fashion and design.

For the second year running, Visa Ireland has returned as the official Title Sponsor for Ireland Fashion Week, a collaboration that brought global recognition, industry expertise, and elevated opportunity to the inaugural year, with plans to elevate the partnership for year two. 

Alongside Visa, Ireland Fashion Week 2026 sees the return of: 

Official Makeup Partner – SOSU Cosmetics 

Official Haircare Partner – L’Oreal Professionnel 

Official Automotive Partner – DS Automobiles

Official Skin Finish Partner – Dripping Gold

Joining the returning week-wide partners for 2026 include: 

Official Skincare & Aesthetic Clinic Partner – LumaDoc

Official Wellness Partner – AtOne 

Additional event and activation partners include returning brands Primark, Marks & Spencer and Alta Verde alongside St Helens for 2026, among many more. 

As a global leader in digital payments, Visa empowers small businesses to get online, accept and send digital payments and attract a nationwide and international customer base – all important components to help designers grow and prosper. Visa’s commitment to innovation, and its alignment with Ireland Fashion Week signals a shared commitment to progress, and the celebration of Irish creative talents. 

Ireland Fashion Week powered by Visa will continue into 2026, with the support of homegrown and global brands, to serve as a vehicle to empower the next generation of Irish designers, entrepreneurs, and creatives, enabling them to reach new audiences and establish viable business through connection and opportunity. 

This significant sponsorship also reinforces Ireland Fashion Week’s role in promoting a cultural and commercial movement, spotlighting homegrown talent and working to build an eco-system to elevate young talent on a global stage. Visa aims to support this vision by championing everyday progress, to uplift Irish talent to be the creative force they want to be. 

When reflecting on the returning partnership Ashley McDonnell, founder of Ireland Fashion Week, said: “When we launched Ireland Fashion Week, our ambition was to create a platform that would elevate Irish fashion onto the global stage while opening doors for designers, creatives and the wider industry. The response to our inaugural year exceeded every expectation, and as we enter our second year, we’re focused on building something even bigger. In 2025, we proudly supported 54 Irish fashion designers. This year, we’re welcoming more than 90 Irish fashion, accessories and jewellery designers, reflecting the incredible momentum, confidence and creativity that continues to drive the industry forward. Having Visa return as our Title Sponsor is an incredible endorsement of that vision. Visa shares our belief in supporting innovation, entrepreneurship and ambition, making them a natural partner as we continue to grow Ireland Fashion Week into a world-class event that celebrates the extraordinary talent this country has to offer. Together, we’re not only showcasing Irish fashion, we’re helping shape its future.”

Ines Obtinalla, Marketing Director at Visa in Ireland said: “At Visa, we believe creativity is a powerful driver of innovation, entrepreneurship and economic growth. We are proud to continue our partnership with Ireland Fashion Week, supporting a platform that demonstrates how creative talent can translate from culture to commerce, helps emerging designers gain visibility, build sustainable futures and connect with new opportunities. Visa is committed to supporting Irish businesses by equipping them with the tools, resources and confidence to succeed in a digital world. The talent, ambition and resilience on display across Ireland’s fashion industry is truly inspiring, and we look forward to helping champion the next generation of Irish creative entrepreneurs.” 

Ireland Fashion Week’s inaugural year saw 7 shows, 55 designers, over 2,000 attendees, 1.4 million euro in value and services towards show production, seven million euro in tech support, a reach of over 500 million through socials and press and a program of bootcamps to support Irish designers, 2026 is poised to go even bigger!

What to Expect at Ireland Fashion Week 2026:

• 8 jaw-dropping shows featuring Ireland’s most celebrated names, emerging designers and thriving graduates across the Emerald Isle. 
  • 3 flagship shows in breathtaking heritage locations. 
  • 2 spotlight shows featuring Ireland’s sporting success and rich culture through fashion. 
  • A graduate show celebrating students of design.
  •  Independent and emerging designers show spotlighting Irish roots.
  • Showroom experience – The Irish Edit – open to clothing, accessories, millinery, shoes etc.
• Unmissable events, including high-profile fashion dinners, community events and an electrifying atmosphere. 
• 80+ Designers featured. 
• 7+ million euros in industry support, fuelling the next generation of Irish fashion talent.
• 2000+ attendees, from industry insiders and press to fashion lovers and cultural icons. 

Ashley McDonnell, the visionary behind Ireland Fashion Week, is the perfect architect for this cultural celebration. With a deep-rooted passion for Irish design. Her global network and industry expertise are set to make Ireland Fashion Week a major force in the international fashion calendar.

With an electric mix of runway showcases, cultural experiences, and game-changing conversations, Ireland Fashion Week is set to be the must-attend event of 2026. 

For more information on Ireland Fashion Week powered by Visa, keep an eye on the event’s social media at @IrelandFashionWeek

*Photography by Kia Paulina