Desert Island Dress
Episodes
Marie Kelly: The Quiet Power of Modesty
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our final guest episode for Series 4 of Desert Island Dress with Marie Kelly, a writer whose work moves effortlessly between fashion,...
Postanalysis: inspired by conversations with Professor Angela McRobbie
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to our post-analysis episode of Desert Island Dress. Every other week, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and choices shared in...
Professor Angela McRobbie: The Social Life of Clothes
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are thrilled to share a conversation with someone whom both Katriona and I have admired for many years in our academic lives. When studying ...
Postanalysis: inspired by conversations with Liam Ó Maonlaí
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to our post-analysis episode of Desert Island Dress. Every other week, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and choices shared in...
Liam Ó Maonlaí — Suits, Songs & Ancestral Storytelling
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Desert Island Dress listeners, and welcome. We hope you are enjoying the series so far, and today we are so very delighted to share this week’...
Postanalysis: inspired by conversations with Dana Thomas
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to our post-analysis episode of Desert Island Dress. Every other week, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and choices shared in t...
Wrapped in Story: Dana Thomas on a Life in Fashion
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we are joined by Dana Thomas, journalist, author, and one of fashion’s most insightful voices. Based in Paris, Dana has spent her caree...
Postanalysis: inspired by conversations with Ailbhe Smyth
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to our post-analysis episode of Desert Island Dress. Every other week, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and choices shared in t...
Red Shoes, Radical Steps: Ailbhe Smyth on feminism, rebellion, and what it takes to change Ireland
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As Ireland celebrates the election of Catherine Connolly as President, it feels timely to reflect on the women whose work helped make this kind of lea...
Postanalysis: inspired by conversations with Gavin Friday
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to our post-analysis episode of Desert Island Dress. Every other week, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and choices shared in t...
Behold the Man: Gavin Friday on Style, Rebellion, and Identity
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Today we have another wonderful guest for you — the creative, singular, stylish disruptor and artist, Gavin Friday.We first met Gavin back in May at...
Post-analysis inspired by: Jo Ellison
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to our post-analysis episode of Desert Island Dress. Every other week, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and choices shared in t...
From Vogue to the FT — Jo Ellison brings fashion smarts and fun to the island
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off our fourth series, we are so excited to welcome Jo Ellison to Desert Island Dress. Jo Ellison, as many of you will know, is the editor of...
Post-analysis: Effort, Authenticity & the Ritual of Dressing - reflecting on conversations with Mandy Johnston
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this post-analysis episode, we reflect on our conversation with Mandy Johnston and explore the themes that stuck with us—effort, authenticity, an...
Wearing Confidence: Mandy Johnston on Style, Identity, and the Power of Clothes
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Desert Island Dress, journalist, broadcaster, and communications expert Mandy Johnston joins us to share the stories behind the clo...
Postanalysis: Wearing our Values - Reflecting on Role Models, Resilience & Representation
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this post-analysis episode of Desert Island Dress, we reflect on our powerful conversation with Leon Diop. We explore his choice to wear a Charles ...
Leon Diop: Dressing for Identity, Belonging & Being Black and Irish
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Desert Island Dress, we’re joined by activist, community leader, and founder of Black & Irish, Leon Diop. Through his chosen ...
Postanalysis: Irishness, Identity & Investment Pieces - Reflecting on conversations with Nikki Creedon
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this post-analysis episode, we reflect on our conversation with Havana boutique founder Nikki Creedon—not just through the lens of fashion, but t...
Curating Style: Nikki Creedon on Fashion, Legacy & the Art of Dressing
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Desert Island Dress, we sit down with Nikki Creedon, the founder and owner of Havana boutique, one of Dublin’s most beloved fashi...
Postanalysis: Reframing the Americana Story, Levi’s 501s & the Power of Cultural Storytelling
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this post-analysis episode, we dive deeper into Rich Gilligan’s Desert Island Dress choices, with a special focus on Levi’s 501s and their cult...
Rich Gilligan: Framing Style, Stories, and a Life in Motion
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Desert Island Dress, we’re joined by Irish photographer Rich Gilligan, whose work has captured everything from underground skate cultur...
Postanalysis: Nuala McGovern- Formative Years, Fashion, and Friendship
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this post-analysis episode, we reflect on our conversation with journalist and BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour host, Nuala McGovern. From her formative ...
Nuala McGovern: Breaking News, Weaving Stories
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to Desert Island Dress, the podcast where we explore the garments that have shaped lives through memory, emotion, and experience. Today, ...
Post-analysis: Reflections & Recuts, Unpacking Style & Story with Leah Hayden Cassidy
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this follow-up episode, we take a closer look at our conversation with Leah Hayden Cassidy. From the deep connections between fashion and identity ...
Rooted in Style: Leah Hayden Cassidy on Heritage, Identity & Craft
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Desert Island Dress, we’re joined by the brilliant Leah Hayden Cassidy, a Dublin-born, London-based barber whose talent and creat...
Postanalysis: Enda Walsh, Clothes, and the Stories They Tell
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this postanalysis episode, we reflect on our conversation with acclaimed playwright Enda Walsh, the first guest of Desert Island Dress Season 3. F...
Dressing for the Drama: Enda Walsh on Clothes, Memory & Playful Storytelling
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of Season 3! To kick off the new series, we’re joined by one of Ireland’s most celebrated playwrights, Enda Walsh. K...
In Conversation: Dee and Katriona Reflect on Peter O'Brien’s Episode
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special post-analysis episode, co-hosts Dee and Katriona delve into their reflections on last week’s conversation with renowned Irish design...
Sequins, Sketches, and Couture: A Life in Fashion with Peter O'Brien
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Desert Island Dress, we’re thrilled to sit down with renowned Irish fashion designer Peter O’Brien. Peter takes us on a nostalg...
From Childhood Memories to Body Ideals: Dee and Katriona Explore Fashion's Influence
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our follow-up post-analysis of Desert Island Dress, Dee and Katriona reflect on their thought-provoking conversation with dress historian Hilary O'...
Clothing and Memory: Hilary O'Kelly’s Reflections on Dress and Identity
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to the Desert Island Dress podcast with myself, Dee Duffy and herself, Katriona Flynn. This week we are joined by ... Dress histor...
After Zeda: Fashion’s Playful Side and Why It Matters
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special post-analysis episode, Dee and Katriona unpack their conversation with the unstoppable Zeda the Architect. From her boundless energy t...
Bold Statements & Custom Creations with Zeda the Architect
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this vibrant episode of Desert Island Dress, we are joined by the ever-inspiring fashion stylist, Zeda the Architect. Known for her bold, eclectic ...
Fashion, Fiction, and Fierce Women: The Stories Woven into Style
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this post-analysis episode, hosts Dee and Katriona dive into the rich tapestry of storytelling, style, and strong women inspired by their recent gu...
Stitched in the West: Marie Louise O'Donnell on Style and Heritage
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of Desert Island Dress, we sit down with the ever-charming Marie Louise O'Donnell to explore her vibrant life through the ...
Wear, Care, and Keep: Embracing Sustainable Style and Sentimental Value
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this follow-up episode, co-hosts Dee and Katriona unpack the highlights and takeaways from their conversation with Laura deBarra, diving deeper int...
Worn with Love: Laura deBarra on Treasured Garments and DIY Magic
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
\Welcome to another episode of Desert Island Dress with your hosts, Dee Duffy and Katriona Flynn, where we uncover the memories and stories behind the...
Clothing with a Conscience: Revisiting Gwen Cunningham's Tales of Sustainability and Style
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this follow-up episode of Desert Island Dress, Dee and Katriona sit down to unpack last week’s conversation with sustainability advocate Gwen Cun...
Gwen Cunningham: The Life and Legacy in Clothes We Keep
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Desert Island Dress, hosts Dee Duffy and Katriona Flynn sit down with Gwen Cunningham, an advocate for the deeper meaning behind th...
The Branding Dilemma: Meaningful Story or Just Bullsh*t?
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Desert Island Dress, your hosts consider the world of branding, exploring whether it’s all just marketing spin or if there's some...
Threads of Transformation: Brendan Courtney’s Journey Through Fashion
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome back to the second series of the Desert Island Dress podcast with your hosts, Dee Duffy and Katriona Flynn. To kick off the seri...
post-analysis chat ... Aisling Farinella
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dee & Katriona as they unpack last week's Desert Island Dress podcast episode.
Aisling Farinella
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to the Desert Island Dress podcast with myself, Dee Duffy and herself, Katriona Flynn. This week we are joined by ... stylist, cre...
post analysis chat .... Perry Ogden
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dee & Katriona as they unpack last week's Desert Island Dress podcast episode.
Perry Ogden
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week's guest is Perry Ogden, the visionary fashion photographer whose work has left an indelible mark on the world of fashion and beyond. His...
post analysis chat ... Deirdre McQuillan
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dee & Katriona as they unpack last week's Desert Island Dress podcast episode.
Deirdre McQuillan
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we were thrilled to sit down and chat with Deirdre McQuillan - a freelance feature writer, author, and the esteemed Fashion Editor of the Ir...
post analysis chat ... Nigel O'Reilly
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dee & Katriona as they unpack last week's Desert Island Dress podcast episode.
Nigel O'Reilly
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to the Desert Island Dress podcast with myself, Dee Duffy and herself, Katriona Flynn. This week we are joined by ... Master golds...
post analysis chat ... Niamh Fitzpatrick
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dee & Katriona as they unpack last week's Desert Island Dress podcast episode.
Niamh Fitzpatrick
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to the Desert Island Dress podcast with myself, Dee Duffy and herself, Katriona Flynn. This week we are joined by ... Niamh Fitzpa...
post analysis chat ... Ruth O'Connor
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dee & Katriona as they unpack last week's Desert Island Dress podcast episode.
Ruth O'Connor
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we are joined by Irish fashion journalist Ruth O’Connor. Ruth is an experienced journalist, specialising in design, craft, trends, sustain...
Post analysis chat ... Jim Carroll
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dee & Katriona as they unpack last week's Desert Island Dress podcast episode.
Jim Carroll
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to the Desert Island Dress podcast with myself, Dee Duffy and herself, Katriona Flynn. This week we are joined by ... Irish music ...
Post Analysis Chat ... Davina Devine
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Dee & Katriona as they unpack last week's Desert Island Dress podcast episode.
Davina Devine
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to the Desert Island Dress podcast with myself, Dee Duffy and herself, Katriona Flynn. This week we are joined by ... The one &...
Desert Island Dress podcast trailer
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Need a new podcast recommendation? Are you interested in the clothes we wear? The stories they tell? Do you wonder Why we wear, what we wear, when we ...