Mallow native and radio presenter Ed Roche is set to host Junk Kouture for 2025. Ed, who presents the breakfast show on Radio Station – SPIN South West, is looking forward to seeing what young people from all over Ireland and across the World have to showcase:
“It’s always an incredible show. I hosted it for many years in the past, and it’s great to come back to that stage again with such a creative bunch. This is a fantastic opportunity for them, and it’s such a pleasure to host such an event. It’s very different to radio presenting, but the excitement of that live audience is such a thrill,” he says.
Ed will take to the stage alongside Limerick personality Eleanor Fitzgerald. Eleanor has had a hugely successful career in media and modelling, and is no stranger to the catwalk herself.
Junk Kouture is an eco-conscious fashion competition that allows post-primary school students from across the globe to design, create, and model jaw-dropping creations – entirely made from recycled items. This year’s event marks 15 years of Junk Kouture in Ireland, celebrating its impact in fostering the creative talent of young people aged 12-19.
Following the inaugural World Final in Abu Dhabi, and wowing audiences in Monaco with the second, Dublin now has the honour of hosting the third Junk Kouture World Final, showcasing Ireland’s pivotal role in promoting youth creativity and circular innovation.
On Tuesday, 4th March, the EUROSPAR sponsored Junk Kouture World Final will be held in the Helix, DCU, hosting 60 finalist teams from Ireland, the UK, France, Italy, the USA, and the UAE. Then on March 5th and 6th The Regional Shows will take place there too, with students from all across Ireland taking part.