"If the Italians became known for their cashmere credentials in the 1980s...their Irish cousins are catching up. Elaine Madigan, of Madigan Cashmere, believes the reason why there has been such an explosion of 'Made in Ireland' cashmere is 'people want to be inspired by the stories of the brands they are supporting as much as the piece they purchase. Our traditional manufacturing process means we are taking something from the past, keeping it alive in the present and allowing it to evolve into the future.' Long may it continue."