From his humble beginnings as a self-taught designer in war-torn Lebanon, Elie Saab has grown his fashion label into a global empire. Saab’s haute couture, ready-to-wear and bridal collections — as well as his fragrances, jewelry and home furnishings — are found in more than 160 locations worldwide, and vintage Elie Saab dresses and gowns are fashion favorites all over the globe.
Saab was born in 1964 in Damour, a coastal suburb of Beirut. At the age of nine, he taught himself how to sew, making clothing for his sister out of scraps of material he would find in his mother’s closet. Aside from spending one year attending a fashion school in Paris, Saab has no formal education in design. However, his innate talents soon caught the eye of Lebanon’s fashion elite.
In 1982, aged only 18, Saab opened a dressmaking studio in Beirut, employing 15 workers to create his bridal couture designs. That same year, he made his fashion debut with his elaborate wedding dresses featuring high-quality silks and lace, detailed embroidery and pearl and crystal embellishments. Despite his young age and a raging war in Lebanon, Saab’s reputation as a leading bridalwear designer soared.
In the 1990s, Saab focused on expanding his designs to include evening gowns and day dresses. His approach to fashion — a combination of Middle Eastern ornamentation with Western silhouettes — was fresh and unique, garnering serious interest among Europe’s most acclaimed fashion organizations.
In 1997, the prestigious Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana invited Saab to show in Rome, and he became the organization’s first non-Italian member. In 2000, he was asked to present in Paris by the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Coutre of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode — in 2006, he became their first Arab member.
Throughout his career, Saab has dressed and continues to dress the world’s most renowned celebrities and royalty. In 1999, Queen Rania of Jordan chose an Elie Saab design to wear to her husband’s coronation. In 2002, Halle Berry dressed in a floral and burgundy Elie Saab gown at the Academy Awards, where she won the Oscar for best actress. Saab’s clothes, shoes and handbags are also frequently worn by such stars as Angelina Jolie, Katy Perry, Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, to name a few.
Saab’s fashion house continues to grow and evolve. In 2011, he launched his debut fragrance, Le Parfum, and in 2019, he started a home collection, collaborating with Italian designer Carlo Colombo on Art Deco–inspired tables, armchairs and other furniture.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of Elie Saab clothing, furniture and jewelry.
Halle Berry's Iconic Elie Saab 2002 Oscar Gown Taupe Silk Embroidered Taffeta
By Elie Saab
Located in San Diego, CA
One of the most recognizable dresses of all time! Halle Berry's ELIE SAAB Couture Academy Awards from 2002! This is the year she won the Academy Award, a y...
Elie Saab FW 16-17 Haute Couture Total Look worn by Beyonce Org Price €48000
By Elie Saab
Located in KRAKÓW, PL
Elie Saab Haute Couture Total Look FW 16-17 Unique piece made from high-quality fabric (in real life piece looks spectacular) - sewn with extr...
Black backless evening dress with lace inset ELIE SAAB New
By Elie Saab
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black backless evening dress with lace inset . Main fabric composition: 73% rayon, 13% cotton, 7% polyester, 6% nylon, 1% silk. Sheer silk lining. Zip closure on the middle back wit...
Elie Saab Floral Embroidery Tulle Floral Gown FR 36 - US 4
By Elie Saab
Located in Brossard, QC
Elie Saab Floral Embroidery Tulle Floral Gown with pleats featuring halter neckline and a keyhole front. Open-back Sleeveless Banded waist A-line silhouette Full length Back zip...
2010 Elie Saab Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear Fashion Show Evening Dress
By Elie Saab
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Elie Saab Fall 2010 Ready-to-Wear Fashion Show Evening dress mannequin 84.5 cm x 62 cm x 91 cm mannequin 33.35 in x 24.49 in x 35.79 in size 38 excellent condition contains cotto...
ELIE SAAB yellow silk 2022 FEATHER TRIMMED STRAPLESS GOWN Dress 36 XS
By Elie Saab
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Elie Saab gown in yellow silk exudes elegance and timeless sophistication. The strapless design features a fit-and-flare silhouette with an ostrich feather-trimme...
ELIE SAAB Powder white cotton 2024 BRODERIE ANGLAISE MAXI Dress 36 XS
By Elie Saab
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Elie Saab dress in powder white broderie anglaise cotton and silk is the epitome of ethereal elegance. Designed with a sleeveless fit-and-flare silhouette, it flo...
Off-white silk chiffon cocktail dress with white embroideries Elie Saab
By Elie Saab
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white silk chiffon cocktail dress with white beads and chiffon flowers embroideries on a tulle base. Branded and visible zip in the middle back. See-throught. Pockets. Fabric com...
Elie Saab Green Sequinned Velvet One-Shoulder Dress FR 42 - US 8
By Elie Saab
Located in Brossard, QC
Elie Saab Green Sequinned Velvet One-Shoulder Dress Features bow shoulder One-shoulder neckline Sleeveless A-line silhouette Full length Thigh-high slit Side zip Silk/polyester Silk ...
Elie Saab pink lace trimmed cut out corset bustier maxi dress gown 34
By Elie Saab
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elie Saab pre Fall 2018/2019 Floor length gown in dusky pink with boned lace trimmed bodice Double layered skirt with cut out lace inserts Concealed...
ELIE SAAB Evening Gown in Red Chiffon Size 38EU
By Elie Saab
Located in Paris, FR
Elie Saab evening gown in red chiffon. It is embroidered under the chest with iridescent red sequins, embellished with a muslin and sequins flowers. Zip closure in the back. It is l...
Elie Saab pink fedora hat
By Elie Saab
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ELIE SAAB - (Made in Italy) Pink moleskin fedora-style hat. Size L. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Circumference: 60 cm SKU:CHP131
Elie Saab Fitted Lace-Embellished Jumpsuit EU34 XS
By Elie Saab
Located in Krakow, PL
Elie Saab Fitted Lace-Embellished Jumpsuit with Pants Size: EU34 XS Condition: Very Good Condition details: Minimal signs of use; minor pulls in the fabric. Details: Fits true to...
2018 Elie Saab Documented Turquoise Lace and Silk Gown
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
This dress was designed as part of Elie Saab’s Resort 2018 collection (look 24 of 48). Of complex construction, it is tailored from a fluid silk-crepe in a vibrant aqua, seafoam-turq...
$2,104
Elie Saab bomber jacket
By Elie Saab
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ELIE SAAB - Transparent black bomber jacket embroidered with black pearls and sequins. Size 40FR indicated. Condition: Very good condition ...
Elie Saab Black Floral Lace & Tulle Dress Size S
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very Good. Hardly any visible wear to the dress is evident on this used Elie Saab designer resale item. Details Black Synthetic Dress Knee length Sheer neckline...
$3,196Sale Price|20% Off
NWT Elie Saab 2018 Collection 3D Floral Embellishment Bomber Jacket
By Elie Saab
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Elie Saab 3D Floral Embellishment Bomber Jacket Designer size 50 - We recommend purchasing one size larger than your normal size - this design has a small fit. Please check meas...
ELIE SAAB black sheer panels drape asymmetric V neck jumpsuit FR36 S
By Elie Saab
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ELIE SAAB black sheer panels drape asymmetric V neck jumpsuit FR36 S Reference: JACG/A00214 Brand: Elie Saab Material: Rayon, Blend Color: Black, Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Mad...
$12,640Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 40IT
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Leopard Evening Gown Size 40IT Spring/Summer 2002
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Leopard Evening Gown Size 40IT Spring/Summer 2002
Azzaro Paris 80's Gold Lamé Sunray Pleated Met Gala Evening Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
A veritable museum piece, this 1988 Loris Azzaro gown was worn by supermodel Amber Valletta to the ‘Gilded Glamour’ themed 2022 Met Gala where she was f...
John Galliano yellow waffle-knit wool long sleeve turtleneck dress, fw 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano yellow waffle-knit long sleeve dress ▪ Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Outsized turtleneck doubles as a hood ▪ Waffle-knit and cable-knit combi...
Ema Savahl Couture Flower Appliqué Gown, c. 2000s
Located in Marlborough, GB
Ema Savahl Couture flower appliqué gown, circa early 2000s Classic Ema Savahl featuring hand-painted 3D flowers down the front, embellished with Swarovski crystals Nude pale pink Ful...
Ralph Lauren Silk Floral Dress, FW 2010
By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Marlborough, GB
Ralph Lauren Collection silk chiffon floral dress, Fall Winter 2010 Romantic and vintage-inspired with a timeless silhouette Very good condition with no flaws to note Tie belt Side z...
Fendi Fall Winter F/W 1999 Runway Vintage Cow Print Floor Length Leather Skirt
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Baar, CH
Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Fall/Winter 1999 Cow Print Brown Leather and Fur Detail Wrap Skirt A striking piece from Fendi's Fall/Winter 1999 runway collection, designed by Karl Lagerfe...
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR The dress is a runway sample and missing size and fabric tags. Measurem...
Alexander McQueen S/S 2017 Blush Sheer Lace Victorian Mini Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Atlanta, GA
A romantic Spring/Summer 2017 Alexander McQueen mini dress rendered in delicate blush sheer lace, channeling Victorian-inspired femininity through a modern, ethereal lens. This piece...
Issey Miyake multicoloured four-piece layered pleated dress, ss 1993
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
▪ Issey Miyake rare layered pleated dress ▪ Consisting of four-layered individual garments ▪ A-line shape ▪ Designed to bounce up and down when worn ▪ Yellow, green, orange, and bl...
MC Yellow Silk Hermés Puzzle Print Scarf Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW COLLECTION Yellow Silk Hermés Puzzle Print Scarf Cocktail Dress Material: Silk Measurements Overall length: 37 in. Bust : 33 in Waist : 25 in Hip : 35 in.
Gene Shelly Vintage 1960s Mocha Brown Bouclé Pearls Wine Beads Wiggle Dress XS/S
By Gene Shelly, Gene Shelly Boutique Internationale
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Gene Shelly 1960s evening dress in mocha bouclé accented with metallic wine-colored seed beads and faux pearls! The seed beads form a jeweled collar and ...
$4,790
Size: See Measurement in description
ROBERTO CAVALLI F/w 2004 Burgundy Baroque Embroidered Maxi Gown New With Tags
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Composition: 3% Lycra 97% Silk Contrasts: 100% Silk Measurements All measurements taken laid flat NOTE: This dress is made with slighly stretchy fabric which allow about 1-2 in...
Elie Saab Black Twist Detail Bodycon Dress Size M
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the dress is evident. Due to wear over time, the hook to the hook and eye has out stretched on this used Elie Saab designer resale item. Pleas...
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Size: please refer to measurements
ELIE SAAB 2008 Vintage Blue Silk Ethereal Evening Gown Maxi Dress Bridal
By Elie Saab
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Elie Saab Vintage FW08 Robin's Egg Blue Similar styles seen on the runway 100% silk Insanely ethereal Has a lot of movement Missing size and main label tag Comes with Elie Saab garme...
Elie Saab Black Twist Detail Bodycon Dress Size M
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the dress is evident. Due to wear over time, the hook to the hook and eye has out stretched on this used Elie Saab designer resale item. Pleas...
Elie Saab Silk Evening Dress
By Elie Saab
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Elie Saab Silk Evening Dress mannequin 84.5 cm x 62 cm x 91 cm mannequin 33.35 in x 24.49 in x 35.79 in size 38 excellent condition, there are a couple of snags, not very noticeab...
Elie Saab Floral Embroidery Tulle Floral Gown FR 36 - US 4
By Elie Saab
Located in Brossard, QC
Elie Saab Floral Embroidery Tulle Floral Gown with pleats featuring halter neckline and a keyhole front. Open-back Sleeveless Banded waist A-line silhouette Full length Back zip...
Elie Saab Black Silk See Through Dress Size L
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to dress is evident, one of the hooks is missing from the hook an eye opening on the neck. There is a small pull to the weave at the back of the ...
Elie Saab A/W19 Black Sequin Plunge Neckline Jumpsuit Size XXL
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Never worn, with tags. No visible wear to jumpsuit is evident, however there are some sequins missing at the rear of the right leg due to poor storage on this new Elie S...
Elie Saab Black Beaded Lace Off the Shoulder Empire Bodice Crepe Gown & Train 42
By Elie Saab
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elie Saab black beaded lace off the shoulder empire bodice crepe gown with a short train. Cap sleeve black beaded lace empire bodice is lined in nude nylon, the dress itself is black...
Elie Saab Gold Sequinned Strapless Dress Size M
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to the dress is evident. Discolouration on the lower back right towards the hem. Plucks to the weave on the sequin embroidery and fabric on the f...
Elie Saab Black Silk See Through Dress Size L
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to dress is evident, one of the hooks is missing from the hook an eye opening on the neck. There is a small pull to the weave at the back of the ...
Elie Saab minaudière with pearl embroidery
By Elie Saab
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Elie Saab minaudière, purple leather evening bag with pearl embroidery Condition: very good Material: leather Interior: golden leather Color : purple Dimensions: 19 x 13 x ...
Elie Saab White Sequin Embellished Wedding Gown Size M
By Elie Saab
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Good. General wear to dress is evident. There is a pull to the weave at the back near the centre zip and on the right side of the body on the lace applique. There is ove...