Clare Kambamettu, is engaged to Ryan Tubridy, won the contest in 2010.
A Rose of Tralee Judge says she sourced some of her dresses for this year's contest in a midlands charity shop.
Athy's Clare Kambamettu, who is engaged to Ryan Tubridy, says she loves visiting the St. Vincent De Paul shop in Portlaoise.
The bride to be also bought her wedding dress in sustainable bridal gown shop in Naas.
Dr Kambamettu says the wedding plans are in full swing:
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