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Event Highlights
Live from Abu Dhabi features a live podcast show including entrepreneurs and designers who have experienced huge success in the region, including Fable & Mane’s Akash, Buttermilk CEO Jamie Ray and Dr Vali.
We will also be hearing from two of the most important voices in Irish fashion: Rosy Temple, the CEO of Magee 1866, and fourth generation family member of behind the brand as well as Anneliese Duffy Fallon, founder of The Linen Shirt Company and Fashion Connect Ireland.
As the even transitions into night, a stunning sunset fashion show will take center stage, showcasing 40 looks from leading Irish designers.
To wrap up the night, there will be a captivating performance by Lyra, leading Irish artist, ensuring the event ends on a high note with a memorable musical finale.
About the event
In conjunction with the Embassy of Ireland Abu Dhabi, and Enterprise Ireland, Tech Powered Luxury’s first international live show of 2025 will take place on February 13th 2025 in Abu Dhabi with a focus on luxury fashion, beauty and innovation.
The event will see over 300 guests from Ireland and the Middle East, with the guest list including notable figures within the fashion, beauty, luxury, retail and tech industries, as well as media, influencers, buyers and leading musicians, creatives and models
About us
Tech Powered Luxury – a podcast and educational space dedicated to the unison of the evolving worlds of luxury and technology with insights from the leaders of the industry. Decoding the diverse tropes of changes, impacts, shifts, host Ashley McDonnell, explores the synergy of the fascinating worlds that shape the future of luxury.
Who are we?

Ashley McDonnell
Ashley McDonnell is a luxury and tech entrepreneur with over a decade of experience at the intersection of fashion and technology. She has held leadership roles at esteemed organizations such as LVMH, Dior, Google and luxury group PUIG.
Ashley is the founder and host of the award-winning podcast Tech Powered Luxury, where she explores the convergence of brands and business.

Anne O’Shea
Anne O’Shea is a distinguished Irish fashion stylist and creative director, renowned for her work with Morgan The Agency. As the fashion editor of Irish Country Magazine, she combines styling, features writing, art direction, and shoot production to deliver compelling fashion content.
Anne’s editorial work has been featured in publications such as L’Officiel Lithuania, Schon Magazine, and The Irish Times.

Jess Colivet
Jess Colivet is a visionary fashion stylist and entrepreneur who has built a strong brand around her unique sense of style and trendsetting expertise. With a portfolio that includes collaborations with Kildare Village and other high-profile fashion destinations, she skillfully merges fashion curation with business strategy.
Jess thrives on creating innovative styling solutions and expanding her influence in the fashion world through both creative projects and entrepreneurial ventures.
Event Program
5:30
Arrival
Drinks reception, red carpet and photo call

6:30
Live Podcast
With Ashley McDonnell and five luxury and innovation leaders from fashion, beauty, media and retail

7:30
Sunset fashion show
Fashion show featuring 40 looks from 14 Irish fashion designers and Ireland’s top model Thalia Heffernan

9:00
Lyra Performance
Private concert from chart-topping artist Lyra





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