One of my favorite designers is Elie Saab also known as ES, he became an overnight success as he was the first Lebanese designer to dress an Oscar winner, Halle Berry in 2002. Whats most amazing is that he is self-trained. However, it does not surprise me as it seems to be a theme. Most gifted people in this world were self-taught. Whether it be a fashion designer or a musical artist, those who self train love what they do and do it with such passion because they are using their god-gifted talent. It is what comes natural to them. Furthermore, his designs now can be seen on the red carpet by many celebs, my favorite recently was Mila Kunis at the 2011 Oscars. She looked breath taking in this lace lilic gown from his 2011 Haute Couture Collection. His gowns are utterly amazing (I would love to wear one of his gowns for my next competition..Miss California USA)
2011 Haute Couture Collection
He then created his first ready-to-wear 2006 Spring-Summer Collection in Paris. N0w, 5 years later he has wowed us once again with his 2011 Spring-Summer Collection. This collection really captures all of what this springs styles to watch are; fabulous maxi dresses, short mini dresses, silk wide leg trousers etc. My favorite piece would have to be the nude long sleeve tight dress with long gold cuffs. I really love that many of his pieces worn the right way can be worn on so many occasions. Also, I am so happy to see a collection that actually encompasses spring and not fall. Many collections right now look like they should be fall collections with such dark colors.
2011 Ready -to-Wear Spring-Summer Collection
Who is your favorite dress designer??