Miriam Mone Irish fashion designer Date of Birth: 20.02.1965 Country: Ireland

Biography of Miriam Mone

Miriam Mone was born on February 20, 1965, in County Armagh, Northern Ireland. From an early age, she was determined to pursue a career in the fashion industry. In 1983, Miriam was accepted into the Arts Foundation at Preston Polytechnic in Lancashire. She then continued her education at the Limerick School of Art and Design.

During her time in Limerick, Miriam won several awards, including the 'Satzenbrau Fashion Award for Partywear' and 'Design Graduate of the Year'. After completing her education, she worked for various companies in the low-end consumer market but soon realized it was not the right fit for her. She aspired to work with a more glamorous and sophisticated clientele.

In 1990, Miriam won the 'Question of Style Award' from 'Grolsch', which led to her collaboration with the Irish Design Centre, a retail firm. Her reputation quickly spread, and other Irish retailers started selling 'Miriam Mone' clothing due to the increasing demand. She received the 'Coat Designer Award' at the 'Late Late Show Fashion Awards' in 1993 and was named 'Designer of the Year' at the same event in 1995.

In 1997, when Mary McAleese was elected as the President of Ireland, Miriam designed a complete wardrobe for her inauguration. Miriam met her future husband, Willie Healy, in September 1986, and they got married three years later. The couple had two daughters in 2003 and 2005.

In February 2006, Miriam was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Tragically, she passed away on February 22, 2007, at the age of 42 in Dublin. Miriam Mone left behind a legacy of innovative fashion design and a passion for creating glamorous and sophisticated clothing.