How a Limerick designer went from making 'avant garde' covid masks to creating a Rose of Tralee dress

In October, Mary O’Sullivan will be one of the nine designers showcasing her work at Ireland Fashion Week, as part of the Irish Roots show

Limerick Rose Leah McMahon on stage at this week's Rose of Tralee. Photo: Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTD

King John’s Castle and Chicken Hut were among the locations carefully crafted by a Limerick designer into the dress worn by Limerick Rose, Leah McMahon, earlier this week.

Mary O’Sullivan said she was honoured to see the bespoke gown she created showcased to Rose of Tralee viewers in Ireland and around the world.