The news comes as a huge shock to consumers and the fashion industry alike, as orla has often been described as one of irelands most successful designers. Orla kiely, an internationally celebrated, londonbased, irish designer known for her unique retro graphic prints, was born in shankill, county dublin, and educated at the loreto convent. Orla kiely is an irishborn, worldfamous fashion designer based in london. The world of orla kiely is one where pattern reigns. As designer, businesswoman and eponymous brand, orla will reveal the joys and pitfalls of balancing creative and commercial aims when working in the public. This talk coincides with orlas exhibition, a life in pattern, on display at the gallery, winchester discovery centre, until 5 january 2020. See orla talking about her life in pattern and doing a book signing of the accompanying book at the discovery centre, winchester, december 4th. Barker and stonehouse also hosted an instore competition to. May 07, 2012 orla kiely s signature textile prints. Apr 10, 2012 discover book depositorys huge selection of orla kiely books online.
Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Now 21 years old, her eponymous clothing, accessories and homewares brand continues to go from strength to strength, covering everything from postage stamps to buses. You can bet those women have inspired orla kiely at. An expert on print and colour, she has created a world that is. A life in pattern, dovecot studios from thursday to 30 june, 10 infirmary street, edinburgh eh1 1lt, tickets. I am so happy to have collaborated with the booksellers association. Save 20% price includes saving add to your basket go to your basket. Buy all the very latest from orla kiely at house of fraser. Orla kiely and kilkenny shop to celebrate 20 years in.
Orla studied for an ma at the royal college of art, london and on completion harrods purchased her exhibited collection. A life in pattern which lavishly illustrates orla kielys design evolution. Internationally renowned designer orla kiely describes her career as a journey in pattern and colour. She began her career designing hats, and moved on to design work on handbags and a variety of other items including kitchenware and cars. Orla kiely juniper stem pair lined eyelet curtains, citrine. Winchester discovery centre jewry street, winchester. Think of 60s style icons and twiggy, anita pallenberg, and jean shrimpton probably come to mind. Speaking ahead of the event, orla says, it feels very fitting to be sharing such an important moment in time with our first. Reread today, 21st september 2018, on hearing the sad.
Orla will be doing a book signing in winchester on the 4th december more info to come. See more ideas about orla kiely, prints and print patterns. Orla will be signing copies of her latest book, a life in pattern, after the talk. Dont miss the orla kiely talk and book signing happening at winchester discovery centre on 4 december 2019 tickets and books for signing available now on our website. Her distinctive palette and graphic and stylized motifs in clean repeat constructions, have won her devoted fans across the world, and have helped to turn what began as a small british business designing bags, into a global fashion, accessories and homeware brand. Created for harlequin a wallpaper collection of orla kiely stunning signature designs.
Orla kiely our new voltaire shopper is the perfect. Orlas visit home will include a book signing event of her latest publication to accompany the london exhibition, also entitled orla kiely. Orla kiely home furnishing fabric is seen here on lamp shades, chair backs and curtains mix up your bold prints and bright colours and brighten up. There will be time following the event for book and poster signing with orla. Orla kiely closes shop and wholesale wings independent. She received a masters degree from the royal college of art. May 24, 2018 d esigner orla kielys stem pattern may be one of the most recognised motifs of 21stcentury fashion, but a new exhibition opening this week is set to shed light on the unsung elements of the. Dont miss the orla kiely talk and book signing happening at winchester discovery centre on 4 december 2019 tickets and books for signing available now on. Dec 04, 2019 dont miss the orla kiely talk and book signing happening at winchester discovery centre on 4 december 2019 tickets and books for signing available now on our website. Orla kiely is a virtuoso of vintage pattern and design. Limited edition pattern book signed by orla kiely i love orla kiely. Uplifting and instantly recognisable products embrace our love of patterns, colour and texture. Discover book depositorys huge selection of orla kiely books online.
Buy orla kiely home journal gjr spi by kiely, orla isbn. She now owns her own company, which sells handbags, clothing, home furnishings, and personal accessories graced with the whimsical colors and patterns for which. How orla kiely became a household name culture trip. A life in pattern a new exhibition and book celebrate 21 years. Orla kiely, famous for her modern and unique prints in homeware and fashion, has released a new book entitled a life in pattern, which the designer will be signing copies of in store from 124. The queen of prints shop bags and accessories at the official orla kiely website. Orla kiely a life in pattern postcards have arrived facebook. To celebrate the 20 year relationship kilkenny will be unveiling a tribute to the designer with a full window takeover of their flagship nassau st store. With the brands key concept of nature inspired base colours such as muddy browns, leafy greens and overcast greys combined with bursts of bright orange, rich yellow and pale blue, each item is a testament to. Orla kiely a life in pattern book and exhibition posters are available from dovecot shop.
I do enjoy looking at orla kiely design work and i love her choice of colour. I could not resist featuring the famous designs of orla kiely who is interestingly described by the guardian as the queen of prints. To accompany the exhibit the store will host the book launch and signing event of orla kiely. The sunday business post whether youre a fan of orla kiely s cult retro patterns or not, its hard to resist her second book. And how it can make you happy without you even noticing paperback. She worked with several companies before setting up her own business. To coincide with the book signing, the designer will take over a full window in kilkenny shops flagship nassau st store. As a great lover of books and bookshops, nothing gives me more pleasure than discovering a new book, whether its a beautiful edition on a new favourite photographer, a great novel or a rare out of print edition. Her new orla kiely house collection, which includes furniture, lighting, ceramics and textiles, was launched at design junction in september 2012 as part of the london design festival.
Orlas visit home will include a book signing event of her latest. Find soughtafter orla kiely homeware from bedding and cushions to tableware. Internationally renowned designer orla kiely describes her career as a. Internationally renowned designer orla kiely describes her career as a journey in pattern and color. Immediately recognisable, her unique design language and sure sense of graphic control has seen her label become a hugely successful global brand. To celebrate the 20 year relationship kilkenny will be unveiling a tribute to the designer with a. Irish designer orla kiely has closed her business with. Orla kiely is coming to the kilkenny shop this weekend. Orla kiely is one of the uk and irelands most successful fashion and lifestyle designers. This year, orla kielys staggering global reach and design chops are being. Irish designer orla kiely shuts down standalone retail stores. An unmissable wholesale trade show happening at the nec birmingham 711 february 2021. A life in pattern which is lavishly illustrated with orla kielys design evolution. Exhibition organised by the fashion and textile museum, london.
Her stylised plant based patterns are innovative, influential and. Orla kielys unique graphic style has become globally recognisable and effectively explores, scale, texture, rhythm and of course pattern through simple and stylised shapes and motifs. By signing up you are confirming that you have read. She graduated in print and textile design from the national college of art and design in dublin in 1982. Uplifting and instantly recognisable products embrace our love of patterns. The sunday business post whether youre a fan of orla kielys cult retro patterns or not, its hard to resist her second book. The book coincides with her exhibition showcase in london that has the same name of her book. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. Orla kiely spring 2017 readytowear collection vogue. Inspired by nature, her iconic combination of simple leaf patterns with clean, bold colours create a perfect wallpaper feature in any room. Her modern colour palette incorporates a range of bold shades including tangerine orange, olive green and chocolate brown similar to the 1950s. Kiely is about to release her fourth fashion collaboration with the stylist leith clarke, l orla, which has seen a new generation of fans flock to the brand, led by style influencers such as. In light of recent guidance from the government, all sports direct stores are temporarily closed. From her early signature bags, the collection has grown to include a complete womenswear line, accessories, travel and homeware.
The classic book bag has had a modern refresh with the addition of new durable webbing tape handles. Orla kiely, obe born 1963 is an irish fashion designer based in london. Orla kiely has released a a very special and limited edition of her pattern book signed by the designer herself. Sep 08, 2016 think of 60s style icons and twiggy, anita pallenberg, and jean shrimpton probably come to mind. Our book, a life in pattern, which accompanies our exhibition, is currently touring the uk. And this unwavering focus on her signature quirky style has enabled the 53yearold designer to build her name from small handbag collection into a flourishing business with global reach, resulting most recently in her prim, retrotinged collections being awarded the premium brand. Copies are available online or city space gallery preordering recommended. Range range ranking ranking new in new lowest price low price highest price high price. Shop online or instore for some of the uks favourite products. A life in pattern exhibition at winchester discovery. From her early signature bags, the collection has grown to include a complete. Back in the 1990s, when irishborn designer orla kiely graduated from lond.
Based on her shared passions of colour, pattern and good design, the brands personality follows the simple philosophy that the graphic style orla so adores can bring joy to many. Colour and pattern theyre the two cornerstones of what we do, says orla kiely of her eponymous brand. D esigner orla kielys stem pattern may be one of the most recognised motifs of 21stcentury fashion, but a new exhibition opening this week is. Theres a certain type of woman wholl carry one of her distinctive bags and she probably wont be dressed in the latest skyhigh boots and paperbag. A life in pattern a new exhibition and book celebrate 21. You can bet those women have inspired orla kiely at some point along the way, but her muse for. Mar 12, 2015 buy orla kiely home journal gjr spi by kiely, orla isbn. Reread today, 21st september 2018, on hearing the sad news yesterday that orla keily has stopped trading. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Other event in winchester, united kingdom by hampshire cultural trust and winchester discovery centre on wednesday, december 4 2019.
Barker and stonehouse also hosted an instore competition to win the mimosa snuggler from the new collection. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Irish designer orla kiely will be coming to dublin town for a special celebratory event this saturday afternoon at kilkenny shop. Queen of print and pattern, orla kiely details her life and inspiration in this beautifully presented book. Irish fashion designer orla kiely has announced she is closing her online and retail business with immediate effect.
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