Spring / Summer Collection 2025
Fashion has the power to take us places, and Helen McAlinden’s SS25 destination is cloud nine. Sharp tailoring contrasts with effortless draping, femininity flirts with structure, and ’90s nostalgia is reimagined for the modern woman. Designed for today with a= thoughtful approach, this collection balances timeless elegance with contemporary needs. While sustainability is an ongoing journey, every choice is made with care and intention.
“Clothes should move with you, not restrict you. This collection is about effortless confidence—pieces that make you feel strong, elegant, and at ease in any setting.” — Helen McAlinden
Fluid Forms, Tailored Lines
Semi-sheer chiffon shirts and fluid gold satin dresses move with weightless ease, while vicuna tailoring shapes trench coats and slouchy trousers with a refined edge. A crisp cotton shirt in soft pink punctuates the neutral palette—an expression of confident femininity. Structured mid-calf dresses in pink affirm the colour as a seasonal favourite, while Aurora, our signature short taffeta shift dress, returns in bold fuchsia.
Versatile Wardrobe Foundations
Olive suiting anchors a wardrobe of essentials designed to transition seamlessly from day to evening. Oversized jackets, short trenches, and relaxed trousers—layered with essential vest tops—bring ease and refinement to modern tailoring. Two linen dresses, inspired by ancient Irish ogham script, shift the tone: one bias-cut with an asymmetric hemline, the other a timeless wrap silhouette. These pieces reflect a commitment to considered design, where elegance and practicality go hand in hand.
Depth in Simplicity
Espresso brown brings quiet sophistication to structured silhouettes. A crisp belted dress embodies understated luxury, while a polka dot brown dress offers a nostalgic nod to Pretty Woman-era Julia Roberts. The unisex white shirt, a timeless symbol of power dressing, returns alongside a utilitarian white jumpsuit that bridges function and fashion. These core pieces, designed with longevity in mind, reaffirm our commitment to thoughtful craftsmanship.
Shades of the Caribbean
For high summer, ocean blues and lush greens capture the essence of effortless elegance. Caribbean-inspired prints add movement to bias-cut bodycon dresses, while ocean-hued cotton and satin dresses provide the perfect guest ensemble. A contemporary take on suiting in electric blue brings an unexpected vibrancy to the season. As always, the collection reflects a commitment to mindful fashion—prioritizing quality, wearability, and timeless appeal.
This is dressing for the present moment—an ascent into confidence and assured style.
The SS25 collection is available in-store at No.19 Drury Street, Arnotts Henry Street, and Harvey Nichols. Also available online at www.helenmcalinden.com, Brown Thomas, Arnotts online, Zalando, and Wolf & Badger. 
