<p>Featuring show-stopping appearances by Celine Dion, Jennifer Lawrence, Halle Berry, and Camila Cabello.</p>

<p><strong>Elie Saab</strong>'s 45th-anniversary celebration in Riyadh was nothing short of legendary. Imagine a high-stakes fashion show, a red carpet so long it could have stretched to the moon, and a lineup of stars so dazzling it could make even the most exclusive Oscars after-party seem like an intimate dinner gathering. Saab pulled out all the stops for <strong>'</strong><strong>The 1001 Seasons of Elie Saab'</strong>, an evening that felt as much like a celebration of his craftsmanship as it did a roll call of A-list glamour.</p>
<p>The event, which brought together 900 guests, featured an extravagant runway show that was nothing short of a spectacle&mdash;90 models, 300 looks, and enough couture to send anyone&rsquo;s heart racing. The magic was in the details, from the dramatic opening sequence to the jaw-dropping finale. <strong>Halle Berry</strong> was the opening act, not just walking but owning the runway in the iconic gown she wore to collect her Oscar for 'Monster's Ball'&mdash;a moment that had the crowd erupting in applause. There she was, the living embodiment of what Saab&rsquo;s designs represent: timeless, powerful, and utterly mesmerizing.</p>

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<p><strong>Jennifer Lopez</strong>, dazzling in a fringed bodysuit, reminded us all why she remains a true icon. <strong>Camila Cabello</strong>, equally captivating, took the stage in a sequined bustier and thigh-high boots, giving a masterclass in sparkle and stage presence. But the highlight of the evening? <strong>Celine Dion</strong>, wearing a show-stopping gold sequined gown, delivered a spine-tingling performance of 'The Power of Love', leaving the crowd breathless and cementing her place as the night&rsquo;s true star.</p>
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<p>Choreographed by the brilliant <strong>Blanca Li </strong>and styled by the incomparable <strong>Carine Roitfeld</strong>, the event was a seamless tribute to Elie Saab&rsquo;s unparalleled craftsmanship. Each look, whether newly designed or drawn from his iconic archives, embodied the designer&rsquo;s signature blend of opulence, sophistication, and fearless glamour. From feather-drenched gowns to sequins that caught the light like stars in the night sky, it was an evening where fashion didn&rsquo;t just walk the runway&mdash;it soared, as only Elie Saab knows how.</p>

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<p>But beyond the celebrity sightings and the extravagant runway show, the night held a deeper meaning. Saab, who has made a career of crafting fantasies, acknowledged the difficult times his homeland, Lebanon, has endured. 'This show is not just for fashion', he remarked. 'It&rsquo;s a celebration of resilience and hope, a message to the world that we will always bounce back stronger'. In a room filled with some of the world&rsquo;s most celebrated faces, Saab stood as the proud ambassador of a region that refuses to be defined by hardship.</p>
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<p>As the final fireworks illuminated the Riyadh sky, it was impossible to deny one truth: Elie Saab isn&rsquo;t just a designer; he&rsquo;s a living legend. Forty-five years in the making, his legacy is a testament to timeless elegance and unapologetic glamour. With every exquisite gown and every unforgettable moment, he&rsquo;s proven that in the world of couture, there&rsquo;s truly no one like him. If this anniversary celebration was any sign, Elie Saab&rsquo;s next chapter will be nothing short of monumental&mdash;and we&rsquo;ll all be watching, breathless, as he continues to redefine the very essence of luxury fashion.</p>

Elie Saab’s 45th Anniversary: A Star-Studded Night of Couture in Riyadh

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