Robyn Lynch looked to her younger sister Adrianna's career as a professional Irish dancer and the extravagant beaded outfits worn during the Fèis, the Gaelic dance championship, as inspiration for fall 2024.
The references were kept at a subtle level. They came in the form of diamond miniskirts worn under a loose sweater and an oversized sweater that said “Fèis mom” in faded letters. According to Lynch, it was a satirical comment on those who spend up to £4,000 on dance costumes for their children but don't have the money to buy new clothes.
Lynch's upcycled capsule with Italian brand CP Company was also a big draw this season. Deadstock CP Company garments were deconstructed and reassembled through Lynch's lens, maintaining the functionality of the original design.
In one design, he incorporated knitwear into the design, and CP Company's signature goggles integrated into the jackets' hoods were laser printed with Celtic embroidery.
“I wanted to remodel them according to our silhouette. They are usually quite tight. I wanted them to have a boxy, cropped feel. I also changed the position of the logo with the insignia,” Lynch said.
The designer also collaborated with Geox on a series of prototypes that embodied the dad shoe trend.
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