Enable Ireland urging people to donate formalwear to Cork stores
Faith Amond has lent her support to the Giving Fancy campaign.
Award-winning stylist, Faith Amond, has joined Enable Ireland in appealing to the public to donate their once-worn formalwear to support vital services for people with disabilities.
As wedding and race day season gets into full swing, Enable Ireland has launched its ‘Giving Fancy’ campaign which asks the public to donate items that would typically be worn at formal occasions to their shops on 32 North Main Street and 25A Parnell Place, Cork City. From fascinators to evening gowns, cocktail dresses, blazers, suits and hats – all formalwear is welcome.
The campaign aims to extend the life of these items, which are typically worn to one or two special occasions before spending the rest of their days far from their intended glamour, tucked away at the back of the wardrobe.
Irish Race Day fashion icon, milliner and stylist Faith Amond has been winning best-dressed competitions for over 50 years.
She said that by donating outfits, people are not only giving them a second life, but are also supporting such an important cause.
“Race day is always such a big occasion. There is so much excitement around getting dressed up and finding an outfit that makes you feel confident. But the reality is, a lot of those pieces are only worn once and then left in the wardrobe. That’s why I love what Enable Ireland is doing with this formalwear appeal.”
All of the profits from items donated will support Enable Ireland, which provides services to over 13,000 children and adults with disabilities. These include vital therapy and support services.
The ‘Giving Fancy’ campaign also highlights the environmental benefits of donating formalwear. Many occasion pieces are worn just once before being left unused, despite being in excellent condition.
Oonagh O’Connor, Commercial Manager at Enable Ireland added: “Donating formalwear is both a generous and sustainable choice. Through ‘Giving Fancy’, people can ensure their special pieces continue to be enjoyed, reduce waste and help fund vital disability services.”
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