Show Notes
guest today on What A Woman Podcast is Helen Steele, the award winning Irish fashion designer & entrepreneur with a hugely popular X collection of Active Wear at Dunnes Stores, featuring her signature style of funky bold prints that are comfortable, super quality and affordable too.
We talk about
- The challenges of growing up with ADHD but not having a diagnosis till her 30's
- How Helen looks at ADHD as a superpower
- Having an eating disorder and low self-esteem
- How Helen got through her divorce, business troubles & being a single mum and has maintained her success
- How Helen's collaboration with Dunnes Stores came about and why designing for every shape & size is important
- Dating after divorce and embracing ageing
Follow Helen:
www.helensteele.com
@helensteelefash
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