Eilis Boyle proved a popular choice for the accolade of Fashion Designer Of The Year. From a young age Eilis was interested in a creative career. “I used to watch my mother make clothes as a little girl and it seemed natural for me to follow in her steps.” Renowned for her timeless pieces, Eilis takes years to develop her creations. “Most of my pieces take years to develop and for this reason they become classics. A dress I designed in 2005 is still my best seller. Its ordered season after season. This is incredibly important for me as I don’t believe in disposable fashion and I don’t believe in disposable design. For several seasons, my Spanish background has been a constant source, so probably there is a regal and ‘Goyesca’ feel to the collection this season.”