Drogheda woman Jade Pepper (above) is an actor, model, gaeilgoir, and filmmaker and next Wednesday, 5th of February at 8.30pm, she'll be appearing on TG4’s new sustainable fashion series Síorstíl as a guest judge.

Produced by Fibín Media,  Síorstíl  is a revolutionary fashion competition that challenges six designers to transform second-hand and recycled materials into high-fashion masterpieces.

Hosted by Sinéad Ní Uallacháin and judged by Moya Doogan and Rónán Ó Dálaigh, Síorstíl is not just a competition but a movement to rethink how we approach fashion in the modern world. 

Jade can regularly be seen on stage in cabaret and burlesque shows, and appeared on TG4’s An Gúna Bainise, where she showed off her green wedding dress that is worthy of a Hollywood premiere.

In this week’s episode it's quarter final week and the competitors are charged with designing an outfit that their favourite screen character would wear. Under the watchful eye of Sinéad, Moya, Rónán and guest judge Jade, the contestants really start to feel the heat as a place in the final gets ever closer.

In each episode, contestants face different design challenges that test their skills in sustainability, innovation, and style. The grand prize goes to the designer who can best demonstrate the transformative power of repurposed materials while maintaining the creative flair needed for high fashion.

Alongside the regular judging panel, each episode features a guest judge connected to the challenge, including notable figures such as Ciara Ní É, Bláthnaid O’Donoghue, Sexy Tadhg, Jade Pepper, Don O’Neill, and Fionnuala Jay.

In addition to showcasing groundbreaking designs, Síorstíl offers a career-enhancing prize for the winner, made possible by three generous sponsors: eBay, Thriftify, and the Local Enterprise Office, eBay, with the support of Vision Ireland, also provide the outfits for the hosts, Sinéad, Moya, and Rónán.

Síorstíl is a show that proves sustainability and style are not mutually exclusive. By focusing on the creative potential of recycled materials, Síorstíl offers a fresh perspective on how we can reinvent our wardrobes and reduce waste, all while celebrating the artistry and ingenuity of its contestants.

The series was funded by Coimisiún na Meán along with TG4. The first episode can be watched here Síorstíl