Gilbert A. Chagoury is an independent couturier who was born in Lebanon and raised in Paris. A graduate of the Parsons School of Design, which he attended in both Paris and New York, he began his illustrious career at the legendary Christian Dior in Paris.
Five years ago, Gilbert A. Chagoury designed a dramatic, intricately detailed gown for the Monte Carlo wedding of a European heiress. Word of his exquisite creation spread so quickly that he is now regularly commissioned to design gowns for the fashion elite in Paris, the Middle East, New York, and Hollywood. High-profile socialites and celebrities are among his dedicated followers, and include Milla Jovovich, Niki Taylor, Michelle Rodriguez, Paris Hilton, Shenae Grimes, Carla Ortiz, Hayden Panettiere, and Laura Vandervoort.
In 2008, Chagoury Couture creations were worn by actress Natasha Henstridge at the St. Jude Runway for Life Gala and since then, charitable events have become a significant part of his priorities, and include the Carousel of Hope Ball in Beverly Hills, which benefits The Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes, iGoPink: The Breast Cancer Charities of America and Go Red For Women.
As a reflection of his growing success, Gilbert A. Chagoury held his first runway fashion show in the U.S. in the spring of 2010 at the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood. The event drew more stars than all the catwalks during LA Fashion Week combined, and Gilbert A. Chagoury dazzled his guests with an all-white collection that included eveningwear, wedding gowns, and cocktail dresses.
Since then, his creations have had a highly visible presence at numerous red-carpet events and movie premiers. His fashions have been seen at the 2011 Golden Globes and the 2011 Art of Elysium Gala, hosted by Vogue magazine. At the latter event, Milla Jovovich wore an exclusive Chagoury Couture dress fresh from the runway, and was named one of the ten best-dressed women at the gala by several fashion magazines. This recognition served to distinguish Gilbert A. Chagoury among the worlds most renowned and respected designers. His visibility has also expanded as the result of features in numerous national publications, including Brides Magazine, LA Times, Lucky, Us Weekly, and Kurv.
Gilbert A. Chagoury has created a new paradigm in fashion that offers the best of both worlds: French refinement and American sensibilities. His designsfrom one-of-a-kind originals to ready-to-wear fashionare eminently wearable and intrinsically flattering, and he maintains an unwavering focus on ensuring his clients unconditional delight. He honors each of them with highly personalized service, offering one-on-one consultations that are the first step to a custom masterpiece. His creative expertise and exacting standards combine to reflect the spirit of the wearer, enhancing Gilbert A. Chagourys skill and talent as a designer of couture with a commitment to absolute customer satisfaction.
Gilbert A. Chagoury is definitely a name to watch..to wear..to love.
