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.
ELIE SAAB Necklace in Aged Silver Plate Metal
By Elie Saab
Located in Paris, FR
Imposing necklace ELIE SAAB in aged silver embellished with charms. Never worn. Dimensions: most runs: 76.5 cm - longest: 100 cm Will be delivered in a box ELIE SAAB
Silver Plate
Vintage Tiffany & Co. "Vannerie" Basket Weave Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co. "Vannerie" Basket Weave Yellow Gold Choker Necklace, crafter in 18k yellow gold, secured with a box clasp. Inscribed Tiffany & Co., 750. Length 13.5inc...
18k Gold
Steven Battelle 56.4 Carats Watermelon Tourmaline Diamond 22K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A nicely graduated 25 x 30 mm rounded rectangular cabochon of Brazilian watermelon tourmaline displays a range of colors between greens and reds. ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 22k Gold
$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
Blue Sapphire String Necklace
Located in jaipur, IN
Blue sapphire string necklace
Blue Sapphire
25CTW Mixed Color Gemstone Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers across the country. As the founder shifts focus to new ventures, he’s releasing a final selection of investment-grade gemstone and diamond pieces—offered exclusively to 1stDibs buyers at exceptional, below-market prices. This is not a liquidation or sale—it’s a one-time opportunity to acquire legacy-level jewelry at true insider value. Each piece is final; once sold, it will not be restocked. This stunning 18k Yellow Gold has an array of mixed gemstones that pop in color. This necklace features 207 princess cut gemstones...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Lapis and Emerald Collar Necklace with 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
CLEO Necklace Lapis, Emeralds & 14k Gold The mini version of our Cleopatra Necklace in lapis with three stunning emeralds. What is the difference between a choker and a coll...
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
1.00 Carat Diamonds Gold Chain Necklace
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The necklace is 18K White Gold. There is 1.00 Carats in Diamonds G/H SI. There are 22 round stones. The necklace is 16" Long. The necklace weighs 5.8 grams.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
EVIL EYES Necklace with Lapis, Diamonds, Emeralds & 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Evil Eyes Necklace Lapis Lazuli, Diamonds, Emeralds, 14k Gold We are in love with this beauty! 14.5” in length of 4mm lapis lazuli beads with five lapis carved evil eyes. The evil eyes measure 12mm in length and are double sided. Each eye has one side with a center 2mm round diamond and the other side with a 2mm round emerald, all bezeled in 14k gold. The center evil eye is flanked by 14k star-dusted gold beads and all other evil eyes are flanked by regular 14k gold beads. Wear this necklace on its own or add it to your favorite stack for that nice addition of color. Blue is the color of serenity and peace as is the gemstone lapis. Lapis also calms tempers, releases stress, and brings the mind and body together harmoniously. Evil Eye jewelry...
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
3.1mm Akoya Japanies Pearl multi Strand Bracelet, 14KWG Diamond Clasp, 8 Inch
Located in New York, NY
Akoya Japanies Pearl 12 Strand Bracelet, 14KWG Diamond Clasp, 8 inches The pearls, measuring approximately 3 to 3.2 mm, boast a beautiful white color, and all of them are of excepti...
Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold
Gold Retro Natural Butterscotch Egg Yolk Amber Gem Necklace Bead, circa 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Natural Baltic Butterscotch Egg Yolk Reconstructed Amber and Gold Bead Necklace, circa 1950. The total weight is 73.9 grams, and each amber bead mea...
Amber, 14k Gold
Peter Suchy 1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Odd shaped oval and cushion old mine cut diamond set into a classic dangle pendant in handmade platinum bezel from the Peter Suchy workshop. 1 old mine cut diamond I-J VS, approx. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Horseshoe Charm Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Believed to be a symbol of good luck and protection, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Mini Horseshoe Charm is shown here on an 18 Karat Gold 1.1mm Adjustable ...
Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century Modern Brass Brutalist Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A mid-century modern brass Brutalist necklace. In the style of Jack Boyd & Pal Kepenyes. With an abstract organic Brutalist drop resembling a tree branch on a brass chain link neck...
Brass
Elie Saab Necklace And Bracelet Set
By Elie Saab
Located in Paris, FR
Elie Saab set necklace and bracelet in gold metal. In good condition. The gilding of a ring is chipped (see photo) Dimensions: - Necklace: total length: 50 cm - shortest: 44.5 cm - l...
Gilt Metal