Why Richard Malone is a man of many talents

His clothes have been worn by some of the coolest women in fashion, from Tilda Swinton to Róisín Murphy, now the Irish designer is turning his attention to the world of art

'I don’t like putting what I do in boxes.'

"I don’t like putting what I do in boxes, which a lot of people find frustrating, but it’s why I like having this job,” says renowned Irish designer Richard Malone. “I get to do things that crossover.”

The Wexford native is known for his dramatic proportions, functional separates, heartfelt commitment to sustainability, and visceral shows at fashion week. He is used to working outside the box, having designed for and collaborated with the likes of Tilda Swinton, Róisín Murphy and Björk.