Caiomhe

Female

Dublin

Ireland

Profile Information:

Profession / role:
Designer
Company / organisation:
QUE-VA
Website (if you have one):
WWW.QUE-VA.COM under construction
My primary role in relation to fashion is:
Consumer, Designer, Retailer, Supplier, Tutor, Other
I am looking to discover or buy
sustainable materials and components, buyers, manufacturers and press. Also I am looking for buttons, zips, buckles, recycled glass beads, fair trade beads, recycled leather and plastic sequins and any other ECO or fair trade components for manufacturing clothing...I will commission custom made notations/components if any one can point me in the right direction its getting urgent now as we need to start making our samples...(handbags, evening wear and shoes). We are also looking for lace manufacturers.
About me / About business or organisation:
I'm a fashion designer based in Dublin Ireland
Company Director of QUE-VA
designer showrooms
Upper floors,
29 Wicklow Street
Dublin2

please send any swatches or post to
Caiomhe Keane
QUE-VA
63 Ellesmere Ave.
NCR.
Dublin 7
Irelend

providing a made to order design service to individual customers and wholesale collections. Specialising in bridal, evening, stage and formal wear.
Career history / Company history:
Started out working as a painter/artist also working with kids art groups then moved into fashion design 1994 using ECO fabrics and continued working in fashion to this day. Set up 5 retail shops/showrooms including QUE-VA the designer showrooms stocking collections from more than 15 Irish clothing, hats and jewellery designers as well as other international designer collections.
Teaching fashion part time. Now working on new collections to launch for s/s 2010
QUE-VA designer showrooms opening in Dublin late summer 2010
opening concession store in New York 2011
Launching web site late summer 2010

Comment Wall:

  • William McCauley

    Let the networking begin!!! x

    Apr 1, 2009

  • David McGill

    Thanks for that. I should have the dvd of our launch show online soon. It was an incr4edible experience to see a Glasgow audience watch African models in outfits designed by Africans in African tartans. I'm looking for designers who want to use these tartan designs and other ranges in their collections. There is one condition.

    Apr 2, 2009

  • Prashanthi

    Hi caiomhe,

    Good to know ur interests, even i worked with kid's groups in U.S.A. Right now I am working for Zameen Organics a company , who are sustainable suppliers and manufacturers for organic garments, so you can contact me for any further assistance. Thanks.

    Apr 2, 2009

  • Pip Rose

    HI Caiomhe,
    wonderful to know that you have this site up and running. I am delighted that you are still using some of the Certified Organic products and enjoying them. The company is growing all the time and we are bringing out new products all the time.
    I do so hope your business is going well. I will pass your site on to others I know in Ireland and the UK. Pip x

    Apr 2, 2009

  • Mary King

    Hi Caiomhe, Thanks for getting in touch, Hope to see you at the next EFF seminar on April 21st where we will be exhibiting again- our co-operative in India this time and then off to India on 22nd April! Would love to see some of your designs, Best wishes Mary

    Apr 2, 2009

  • Mantis World

    Welcome to Mantis World, and thank you for the add.

    Promise to be in touch soon with some news.

    Apr 2, 2009

  • Guna Dubrovska

    greetings from Berlin!

    Apr 2, 2009

  • David McGill

    Hi Caiomhe, the only condition is that you that you nominate a 'good cause' which receives 10% of whatever you spend and provide me with their details.

    Apr 6, 2009

  • Maiya

    Hi Caiomhe, Thanks for your message. I love your black lace dresses and your countryside photoshoot location - gorgeous. si:su

    Apr 7, 2009

  • Tampur Dazel Marak

    i'm completing my study course by next year....i want to pursue my career in abroad..i mean i want to work outside of india.I prefare UK,Ireland,France and Italy.

    Apr 10, 2009

  • Tamsin Lejeune

    Sorry for the delay in approving Ireland group status, we are just getting the site admin worked out, as the team is new to it. There wont be any more delays, Tamsin

    Apr 19, 2009

  • Robin Li

    HI Caiomhe,
    What gorgeous collection, very modern and feminine x

    May 18, 2009

  • Anna

    Hi Caiomhe
    I see your looking for "sustainable materials and components" we supply Fairtrade organic handloom cotton cloth, woven by our partners in the South Indian village of KVKuppam. Let me know if you're interested and I can send you some swatches. cheers george

    May 27, 2009

  • Anupa Horvil

    Hi there i am anupa and i am based in Ho chi miny city, vietnam. I work with leather and would also be able to help you. If possible email me on anu@anupa.net and i will see what i can do for you.

    www.anupa.net this is my work, i work with sustainable materials.

    Jun 10, 2009

  • Anupa Horvil

    can you send me your email address or skype address if you have one, mine is anupaaccessories

    Jun 17, 2009

  • Mark Batchelor

    Just dropped by... and have to say stunning designs! Fabulous. Loving the photography too!

    Jun 23, 2009

  • Mark Batchelor

    Great! Looking forward to seeing the new designs.

    Jun 23, 2009

  • Jasmine Wallace

    yes, we are selling wholesale and online retail in Australia. Starting to branch out to UK and USA! If you know of any ethical shops/boutiques you think would like to stock them, please let us know!

    The kuna women are amazing! We explain their cultural and artistic vision in our website: www.theawarenetwork.com.au Check it out!

    Jun 23, 2009

  • shailini sheth amin

    Hi! Do let me know when you are ready. you can email me personally on shailini@moralfibre-fabrics.com.

    Jun 23, 2009

  • Ishwari Vijay Thopte

    Hi Caiomhe,

    Just dropped by to say awesome work! I'll be doing my MA from London College of Fashion this fall in Design Management. My research will be in sustainable business practices, and i would like to build a network around UK. Can we be friends?

    Jun 30, 2009

  • Anupa Horvil

    How can i build my business in ireland ? I would like to retail my range. Any advise.

    Anupa
    anu@anupa.net

    Sep 2, 2009

  • Udaya Bikram Thapa

    Hello there Caiomhe,
    I have been working with natural fibres in Nepal for a long time now and can supply you with fibre, yarns, textiles, as well as finished goods. Please have a look at www.heavenhemp.co.uk and www.wildweaves.co.uk to get an idea of what we do. I work with hemp, nettle, cactus, banana, bamboo . I also have a small workshop where we make bags, clothing and rugs from natural fibres. Hope to hear from you and would like to be your friend. Take care,
    Udaya

    Sep 10, 2009

  • Caiomhe

    Nov 19, 2009

  • Praveen Varshnei

    Let us introduce ourselves as an Indian company specializing in 100% Eco friendly handmade Green line Buttons,Toggals,Novelty Items,Handicrafts ,Bags Handles and costume jewelery.Our inspectors check every lot of buttons,handicrafts,gifts and costume jewelery ,buttons are made confirming to social accountability norms.

    We do not use child labor.We maintain the quality in buttons, the quality in shipping,and the quality in communication and in all other aspects. Rest assured - you get THE BEST of the finest handmade buttons from India.Buffalo horn,bone,wooden,coconut shell,bamboo etc
    Buttons are meant for mens and womens wear. We have catered almost all segments of garment right from just born babies to hi-fashion mens and womens garments ,we have all the infrastructure to cater your needs, we have dedicated staffs with in-depth knowledge of the Buttons business involving themselves right from raw material collection, making ,polishing and shipping.
    Product:Clothing Buttons
    Specification: Handmade by Artisans and all are green eco-friendly organic products
    Material:Buffalo Horn,Cow Horn,Bone,Wood,coconut shell,Bamboo,Resin,Recycled Plastic etc
    Size: 12mm on wards
    Production:50000 pieces per month
    MOQ:1000 pieces
    Lead-time: 15 Days
    Delivery: Fob N.Delhi
    Payment:Advance through Bank Wire ,Western Union
    Samples: Available



    We offer buttons from US $ 00.08 per piece as opening price point. and the price are much more competitive anywhere else.
    Each piece is unique and may vary in shape and look due to natural variations in the horn.
    Besides updating our designs regularly, we also have the complete capability of making items in special designs as per your requirements.


    Hope to have an opportunity to work with you.



    Thanking you in the mean time.

    Regards,
    Praveen Varshnei
    Email: p_varshnei@yahoo.co.in
    web: www.buttonsnatural.zoomshare.com
    Skype: buttonsnatural

    Jan 27, 2010

  • George

    Greetings...:)

    Apr 2, 2010

  • Praveen Varshnei

    Dear Cai

    Let us introduce ourselves as an Indian company specializing in 100% Eco friendly handmade Green line Buttons,Toggals,Novelty Items,Handicrafts ,Bags Handles and costume jewelery.Our inspectors check every lot of buttons,handicrafts,gifts and costume jewelery ,buttons are made confirming to social accountability norms.
    We do not use child labor.We maintain the quality in buttons, the quality in shipping,and the quality in communication and in all other aspects. Rest assured - you get THE BEST of the finest handmade buttons from India.Buffalo horn,bone,wooden,coconut shell,bamboo etc
    Buttons are meant for mens and womens wear. We have catered almost all segments of garment right from just born babies to hi-fashion mens and womens garments ,we have all the infrastructure to cater your needs, we have dedicated staffs with in-depth knowledge of the Buttons business involving themselves right from raw material collection, making ,polishing and shipping.
    Product:Clothing Buttons , costume jewelery
    Specification: Handmade by Artisans and all are green eco-friendly organic products
    Material:Buffalo Horn,Cow Horn,Bone,Wood,coconut shell,Bamboo,Resin,Recycled Plastic etc
    Size: 12mm on wards
    Production:50000 pieces per month
    MOQ:200 pieces
    Lead-time: 15 Days
    Delivery: Fob N.Delhi
    Payment:Advance through Bank Wire ,Western Union
    Samples: Available
    We offer buttons from US $ 00.08 per piece as opening price point. and the price are much more competitive anywhere else.
    Each piece is unique and may vary in shape and look due to natural variations in the horn.
    Besides updating our designs regularly, we also have the complete capability of making items in special designs as per your requirements.
    Hope to have an opportunity to work with you.
    Thanking you in the mean time.
    Regards,
    Praveen Varshnei
    Email: p_varshnei@yahoo.co.in
    web: www.buttonsnatural.zoomshare.com
    Linkedin: http://in.linkedin.com/in/prashanthandicrafts
    Skype: buttonsnatural

    May 8, 2010

  • Laricea Ioana Roman

    Dear Caiomhe,

    My name is Laricea Ioana Roman and I am a student at Kingston University, London (KU ID 0942659). I am doing a Master in Marketing, Advertising and Communications and at the moment I am writing my Dissertation. My topic is related to ethical clothing, more specifically, I am investigating how personal values influence customers' decision to buy ethical clothing. In order to come up with some answers for my topic, I need some opinions from people who actually bought ethical clothes.

    This is the reason why I am kindly asking you to help me and fill in my questionnaire. It will take you no more than 10 minutes and you can win three books and £30 vouchers!
    http://kingston.qualtrics.com/SE?SID=SV_bK3ZXJqdOsXtm4I

    Thank you for your consideration,

    Laricea Ioana Roman

    Aug 6, 2010

  • ravi maheshwari

    awesome designs

    Aug 14, 2010

  • Udaya Bikram Thapa

    sorry for the delay. Just got back from China and this network does not work there. Good to connect.

    Mar 22, 2011