DUBAI: Wedding season is almost upon us and celebrity-loved Arab designers Elie Saab and Zuhair Murad have released their latest bridal collections, with Lebanese designer Reem Acra showing off her latest wedding line at New York Bridal Fashion Week.
The Spring/Summer 2024 collections feature head-turning dresses in a number of styles that reflect the design aesthetic each powerhouse designer has come to be known for
Acra’s collection, fittingly titled “Hollywood,” goes beyond design and creates an emotional connection to the bride and her story. Floral motifs, heavy embroidery and unique necklines play big roles in Acra’s newest collection. Meanwhile, Murad’s collection is inspired by traditional moldings and refined handmade tiles. Architectural motifs are embroidered on vaporous tulle dresses featuring A-line silhouettes cinched at the waist with a detachable bow on some options.
The collection also features organza dresses, mermaid silhouettes and gowns with voluminous sleeves, plunging necklines and open backs for a daring touch. The wedding dresses are embellished with floral designs, beaded with shimmering crystals or decorated with lace. Saab’s collection “is an imagined universe of indulgent grace and iridescent serenity suspended somewhere between the heavens and earth,” the designer said in an Instagram post. The line features gowns that are pleated, satin, pearl embellished, figure-hugging and voluminous, offering something for both daring and traditional brides.
Syrian designer Rami Al-Ali also unveiled his collection, “White 5,” which features 12 wedding dresses that explore themes of femininity and modernity, in New York. Establishing a collection for the modern-day bride, the designer used his signature aesthetic to deconstruct and reimagine traditional looks. Traditional, princess-style gowns and voluminous full skirts are met with structured bodices, while elaborate architectural detailing stands out on sleek silhouettes.
Meanwhile, Lebanese design duo Azzi & Osta, loved by US superstar Beyonce, singer Becky G and model Jasmine Tookes, announced this week the launch of its first-ever bridal line. The collection is titled “New Beginnings” and represents the duo’s venture into tailoring pieces also made for the modern bride. The dresses feature puffy tulle, organza, floral beading and embroidered designs.
Meanwhile, Lebanese design duo Azzi & Osta, loved by US superstar Beyonce, singer Becky G and model Jasmine Tookes, announced this week the launch of their first-ever bridal line.
The collection is titled “New Beginnings” and represents the duo’s venture into tailoring pieces also made for the modern bride. The dresses feature puffy tulle, organza, floral beading and embroidered designs.
