ELIE SAAB’S MARRAKECH-INSPIRED COLLECTION PAINTED A CELESTIAL TAPESTRY, BLENDING OPULENCE AND TIMELESS ELEGANCE.
As Paris’ Couture Week unfurled its grand tapestry, Elie Saab‘s Spring/Summer 2024 Couture Collection emerged as a celestial ode to the complex beauty of North Africa’s medinas. The Lebanese designer, famed for his timeless elegance, orchestrated a mesmerizing show that captivated none other than superstar Jennifer Lopez, infusing the Palais de Tokyo with a touch of Hollywood glamour.
Elie Saab’s SS24 Collection, titled “A Desert Rose,” drew inspiration from the vibrant city of Marrakech, Morocco. The runway showcased opulent textures, sculpted lines, and a harmonious fusion of sandstone tulle, sky-like lilac, blush cloud pink, and dappled pastels. Saab’s creations were a testament to classic couture, with arabesque motifs adorning gilded foliage, offering a timeless allure that transcended seasonal trends.
Invitees marveled at floor-sweeping chiffon and crepe gowns that seemed to defy time, while a giant blush full skirt, resembling an upside-down tulip, adorned with delicately embroidered three-dimensional flowers, swept gracefully across the runway. Saab’s craftsmanship, always exquisite, reached new heights with each piece, weaving playful elements like a fusion of traditional kimono techniques with the draped elegance found in classic Arab clothing.
The grand finale, a breathtaking bridal gown with an embroidered train stretching meters long, blurred the line between showstopper and spectacle. In a sign of the evolving couture landscape, the camera-wielding guests were torn between capturing the exquisite craftsmanship and documenting Jennifer Lopez’s reactions—an iconic moment that underscored the star’s awe in the face of Saab’s artistry.
In the midst of these couture masterpieces, Jennifer Lopez’s presence in the front row became a spectacle in itself. Dressed in a green ensemble with a plunging neckline and a floor-length floral cape, Lopez brought a touch of Hollywood allure to the Parisian runway. Her fashion choices, both bold and sophisticated, echoed the essence of Saab’s couture creations—celestial, timeless, and undeniably glamorous.
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