Georges Hobeika

https://georgeshobeika.com/

THE HOUSE / THE DESIGNER

Twenty-two years after its foundation, Maison GEORGES HOBEIKA has created a world of fashion that includes Haute Couture, Bridal and Ready-to-Wear collections. First presented last year, the Georges Hobeika ‘s pre-collection confirms the success of his world-renowned signature. As of January 2017, Maison GEORGES HOBEIKA was named an elected Guest Member of La Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture.

Georges Hobeika (born 8 February 1962, in Baskinta) is a Lebanese fashion designer of haute couture and ready-to-wear clothing. Hobeika officially opened his atelier in Beirut, Lebanon in 1995, and has been presenting his collections in Paris, during the city’s official fashion weeks, for over a decade. Hobeika is officially recognized by the "Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture", as a guest member.

Today, Hobeika owns and manages his fashion house which includes four lines: Georges Hobeika Couture – Georges Hobeika Bridal – Georges Hobeika Signature – GH by Georges Hobeika. Georges Hobeika operates the fashion label from his showroom on the rue Royale in Paris and from his atelier headquarters in Beirut.[

In 2001, Hobeika had his first show in Paris, at "Hotel K,". Hobeika has shown his couture collections in every biannual Paris Couture Fashion Week since.[6]

In 2010, Georges Hobeika opened a showroom in Paris. Additionally, Hobeika opened a second production facility dedicated to his Signature and GH by Georges Hobeika lines.[7][8][9]

Georges Hobeika has diversified into a décor line of couture furnishings and home accessories.[10]

The Georges Hobeika brand is currently headed from Beirut and has official PR representation branches in Paris (in-house), Los Angeles and Beijing.[11] Hobeika has partnered with Maison Lesage, Swarovski, Maison Legeron, Jakob Schlaepfer, and Solstiss for the creation and production of the Georges Hobeika Couture line.

THE CRAFTMANSSHIP / THE CLIENTS

Located in a luxurious neighborhood of Beirut, Georges Hobeika’s main atelier now employs more than 150 people, half of those located at the fashion house’s newly opened second production location dedicated to Georges Hobeika’s ready-to-wear lines. Georges Hobeika also operates an official showroom in Paris on prestigious rue Royale.

Authentic haute couture craftsmanship is a quintessential signature of the Georges Hobeika fashion house. Exquisite hand-sewn embroideries, hand-tailoring of the finest unique fabrics and pristine finishing. Distinguished for his dedication to the timeless art of French couture dressmaking, Georges Hobeika is renowned for his creative and technical talent, which has identified him as one of the most respected couturiers worldwide.

Hobeika has designed clothing for royal families in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait. He also has clients from Europe, North and South America, and Asia.[15]

On 19 December 2012, Georges Hobeika received worldwide recognition when former Miss USA Olivia Culpo was crowned Miss Universe 2012. Culpo won the title wearing a Georges Hobeika gown for the final evening gown segment of the competition. It was the first time a couture gown that debuted during a Paris Couture Week was worn for the competition