We would be delighted if you could join us at a private networking breakfast sponsored by Alexander Mann Solutions in partnership with the Women’s Irish Network.

Oriole Cullen, curator of the fabulous Dior exhibit running until 1 September at the V&A, will be in conversation with Trish Halpin, Managing Editor of Marie Claire magazine.

Come for an energising morning of networking with other WIN members, a delicious cooked breakfast at Corrigan's of Mayfair and insights from women at the top of their fields. No better way to start a Monday!

About Oriole Cullen, Curator, Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams

Oriole Cullen is a curator of Modern Textiles and Fashion at the V&A. A graduate of the Courtauld Institute, she previously worked as a curator for Dress and Decorative Arts at the Museum of London where she co-curated The London Look: Fashion from Street to Catwalk (2004). She has worked on a number of V&A exhibitions including Hats: An Anthology by Stephen Jones co-curated with milliner Stephen Jones (V&A, 2009) and Ballgowns: British Glamour (V&A, 2012) with Sonnet Stanfill. She oversees the V&A’s 'Fashion in Motion' series, showcasing the work of contemporary designers within the museum setting. She has published widely on the subject of dress and fashion. Her recent book Francis Marshall: Drawing Fashion (V&A, publishing 2018) examines the work of Britain’s leading 20th Century fashion illustrator.