EUROSPAR Ireland returns as headline sponsor of Junk Kouture, extending the partnership for a fourth year.

EUROSPAR Ireland be will supporting the Irish finalists at the Junk Kouture World Final on 24 February, highlighting Ireland’s important role in promoting youth creativity and circular innovation. As Junk Kouture celebrates 16 years of fostering sustainable, creative, talent among 12–19-year-olds in Ireland and beyond, 60 design teams from around the world will make their way to Dublin to participate in the Junk Kouture Festival of Creativity and Circularity from 23–25 February.

International teams

Selected from the 2024 – 2025 cycle of Junk Kouture, the teams will present breathtaking couture designs made entirely from recycled materials. Spectators can expect jaw-dropping innovation and craftsmanship as these young designers compete for the coveted World Designer of the Year title. The designs will be evaluated by a prestigious judging panel of experts in sustainability, fashion, education, and entertainment.

Fourth year of partnership

EUROSPAR Ireland is delighted to partner with Junk Kouture for a fourth consecutive year. Much like Junk Kouture, EUROSPAR retailers are at the heart of local communities across Ireland, with 53 locally owned supermarkets aiding Junk Kouture to spread its all-important message of living sustainably.

Building on the relationship established over the past three years, EUROSPAR supermarkets return as the headline sponsor for the Irish competition in 2026. This includes supporting the Irish team at the upcoming World Final in Dublin on 24 February. The 2026 cycle of Junk Kouture will kick off with Irish regional finals at the Helix on 9, 10, and 11 March, and continues with the Dublin City Final in May.

Junk Kouture designs were on hand at one of the newest EUROSPAR supermarkets in Bryanstown, Co Louth, to celebrate the renewal of the partnership. Marketing Manager of EUROSPAR Ireland, Claire O’Brien, commented: “We are thrilled to continue our support of Junk Kouture for another year. Responsible Retailing is at the heart of what we do and our retailers take real pride in giving back to the communities they serve. Partnering with Junk Kouture is a perfect reflection of that commitment. We are particularly excited to stand behind local schools once again as they take on this creative and inspiring journey.”

Source: BWG Foods

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About SPAR Ireland

SPAR is part of the leading retail and wholesale company BWG Foods UC, and is one of Ireland’s largest convenience retail groups and has been serving communities in Ireland for over sixty years. From the time it opened its first store in Dublin in 1963, SPAR has been a leader in Irish convenience retailing, bringing consumers the most innovative products and instore offerings. Independent retailers operating under license increase the retail network, either under the SPAR or EUROSPAR retail formats.