Elie Saab

Of all the work I've seen, I think fashion designer Elie Saab makes some of the most stunning pieces. Saab is a Lebanese designer whose work most often consists of lace, crystals, pearls, feathers, and various embroideries. His design style is quite vast, but I really gravitate toward his feminine/romantic pieces. Although he launched his label in Beirut in 1982, he gained much of his substantial recognition within the 2000s, and has since dressed anyone and everyone from Kate Middleton to Beyonce. He has made great strides and advances for Lebanese and Middle Eastern designers, and has expanded his horizons into fragrance and interior design as well. Attached are some of my very favorite pieces from him!





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