Julian Fashion

Alaa Najd

Born in July 1983, Alaa Najd didn't start his career in fashion until he was 27, he then applied to study fashion design at ESMOD - a Paris - based fashion school.
After graduation, Najd nailed the jury prize that earned him an internship at Georges Chakra fashion house. Not long after, he applied for Project Runway Middle East and was the inaugural winner of the first season.
The guidance he received during the program made him balance his creative style with an awareness of the commercial market forging a refined and polished identity.
Najd's signature style is minimal, classical and modern with an edge of complexity. His taste is influenced by architecture and Origami twists, which are the cornerstone of his innovative vision of the modern woman.

Abed Mahfouz

Born on December 1st, 1956, Fashion designer Abed Mahfouz was raised in the arms of a modest family in Beirut. Mahfouz decided to enter the enticing world of fashion in 1982.
After joining his older sister in designing and making evening gowns, Mahfouz recognized his true fervor for fashion, in which, led to the birth of the Abed Mahfouz brand.
Mahfouz commenced his career with solely designing intricate and refined bridal gowns for the in vogue and graceful woman. In 2001, after the success of Al-Halimah - meaning The Dreamer - his very first private wedding collection; Mahfouz moved on and joined the world of Couture.
In 2000, Abed Mahfouz showcased his first Couture collection during Fashion Week in Rome, Alta Roma. Mahfouz was one of the first Lebanese designers to join Alta Roma and continues to showcase his Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter Couture collections there.

Youssef Kamoun

For decade and a half Lebanese-born designer Youssef Kamoun has been gracing the Fashion scene with his stylish and delicate couture designs and concepts.
With a devout following keeping up with his yearly shows and collections, he has won the hearts of many, crossed borders to European fashion capitals, and conquered new frontiers by becoming the first ever designer to exhibit for high society women in an open venue in the KSA.
His haute-couture work sets him apart through his meticulous choice of precious fabrics and his capacity to blend colors in perfect harmony.

Dany Atrache

Dany Atrache, a French-Lebanese fashion designer, is considered one of the leading fashion trendsetters in the MEA.
After working for 12 years in Paris with top French fashion houses including Dior, Montana and Torrente, Dany decided to return to Lebanon with the goal of turning his fashion dreams into reality.
His aspiration, creativity, ambition and hard work led to the launch of his own couture line in 2000.
His stunning collection premiered at his first runway show in Beirut mesmerizing the audience with the exclusive designs. In no time, he was dressing the stars and celebrities of the Arab entertainment world with his unique and exquisite pieces.
Following his great success in Beirut, he expanded his shows to Paris where he hosted his first private fashion show in 2004.
He continues to regularly present unforgettable collections during the famed Paris Haute Couture season.

Nicolas Jebran

Could Nicolas JEBRAN be the next lebanes designer to make it big?
Who is this guy?
He is based in Lebanon, where he designs his namesake ready-to-wear and haute couture lines, which are very gown-heavy.
And he's not the only notable designer coming out of Lebanon these days.
He dresses Beyoncé Knowles, Katy Perry, Iggy Azalea and more...

Elie Saab

Born in 1964 in Lebanon, Elie Saab is a fashion genius. He got into sewing at a very young age and was already tailoring clothes for his sister when he was nine years old.
As a teenager, he sold his creations to women in his neighborhood.
In 1982, he opened a sewing workshop in Beirut when he was only eighteen years old.
He managed 15 workers and already knew all the tricks of the sewing trade.
In the following months, he presented his first collection to a female audience which was impressed by the talent of this self-taught artist. His reputation rapidly crossed borders and soon, everyone wanted to be dressed by Elie Saab.
In 2000, he was invited by the Trade Association of High Fashion in Paris to showcase his line. He has been presenting 4 collections (high fashion and prêt à porter) a year there ever since and became a correspondent member six year later. In 2007, he opened his store and fashion house in the heart of the Golden Triangle in Paris.
Beirut remains his main source of inspiration and development. That is where he is based and where he manages his workshop. In 2005, he inaugurated a modern, five-story tall building which his home to his studio, prêt-à-porter store and fashion house.
Elie Saab’s workshop is the place where all his high-fashion dresses are made and fashioned. It is the heart and reason for his greatness in his craft.