Inspired by the rich history of Irish emigration to America, my A/W womenswear collection reflects the emotionally and physically challenging journey of Irish immigration, which began with the Great Famine of 1845. With particular reference to New York, a city shaped by its Irish diaspora, my collection explores duality of identity, the pain of displacement, and the hope of a new beginning. Through my use of innovative techniques such as laser cutting and engraving, I created a visual narrative, with laser cut lace and written script, which alongside both fluid and chaotic drapery and tailoring, and asymmetric silhouettes, allowed me to convey the tension, fragmentation and fragility of the immigrant experience. My chosen colour palette captures the emotional weight of this narrative, drawing inspiration from national famine memorials in the west of Ireland, The shades of blue and green with rust orange, echo the Irish landscape while symbolizing sorrow, heritage and hope. The fabrics I used in this collection, mainly wool blend suiting, reflect Ireland’s rich heritage of working with wool fibres. This fabric allowed me to create my desired flow and drape, whilst also supporting my complimentary tailoring. Within my fabrics and colour story, I incorporated plaid and pinstripe patterns, drawing from both Irish heritage and the culture of New York. These elements contribute to the visual disarray, reflecting the complex identity of an immigrant. In all this collection is a reflection of our heritage and a homage to the resilience, complexity, and enduring spirit of the Irish immigrant journey.