August 01, 2025

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CELIA SAAB & ZEIN QUTAMI

Celio Saab and Zein Qutami tied their lives together forever as they said `I do' in a majestic ceremony straight out of a One Thousand and One Nights fairytale About 1,500 guests, family and friends, many of whom travelled from far and wide, joined in celebrating this romantic unionElegance, luxury, boundless creativity, and love defined the three-day lavish wedding, held in a ra -- an exclusive mountain destination northeast of Beirut, surrounded by unspoiled nature, Roman ruins, and breathtaking viewsThe couple's love story began in June 2021, in Dubai, and three years later, they got engaged. The youngest son of the renowned Lebanese designer, Elie Saab, and his wife Claudine, Celio is a senior portfolio manager within the family business, while Zein Qutami, of Jordanian origin, holds an executive position at a prominent marketing firmOn July 17, the day before the wedding, the families hosted an elegant outdoor cocktail party at Panorama a ra. Set atop a mountain cliff at , metres above sea level, with stunning views of both the peaks and the sea, the location served as the backdrop for a cultural welcome for guestse chose a ra because it holds deep meaning for the family. Its elevation offers that unparalleled summer bree e -- essential for an outdoor wedding in Lebanon," the couple shares exclusively with HELLO!Like a fairy in a setting inspired by tribal aesthetics -- envisioned by eiman A i, who also oversaw the creative direction, event production, and décor of both the wedding and reception -- ein wore a sand-hued, beaded gown with a flowing cape. er look set the tone for the opulence that defined every detail from then on. It was an evening of joyful reunions and warm smiles. amily and friends were treated to a culinary experience filled with ebanese and riental flavours, curated by Cuizina, a leading catering company in Lebanon. Enveloping the scene was a musical tapestry blending Eastern and estern influences. The night also featured a traditional Lebanese show with 40 dancers, followed by great music by renowned DJsThe next day, the celebration moved to Bkerké, the seat of the atriarchate of Antioch of the Maronites -- one of the Eastern Catholic Churches that recognises the authority of the Pope, and under whose rite the ceremony was held. The vistas of the iconic Bay of ounieh were as aw-dropping as the lavish floral arrangements that adorned the venueThe religious service began just at sunset. Under the emotional gaze of her mother, Olginia, and her siblings Masah and Yasmeen, the bride walked down the aisle on the arm of her father, Emad, dazzling everyone in an embroidered silk gown with a bateau neckline and delicate long sleeves -- a design envisioned by her father-in-law, Elie SaabI truly love white for a wedding dress -- a classic style, perfect for a religious ceremony," the proud couturier tells HELLO!The gown took 800 hours of work to create, 5,000 metres of white silk thread, , iridescent se uins, and 8,000 meters of silver Lurex thread"The time dedicated to her dress was the same I give to all my clients. Each gown is conceived and crafted with the responsibility and care it deserves," Elie explainsZein shares, "Elie and I talked about my preferences, but honestly, I knew that whatever he envisioned would be something I'd feel was mine -- only elevated in the most beautiful way."

STEP INTO THE WORLD OF GAURI KHAN

What does the name Gauri Khan evoke? Elegance? Yes. Poise? Certainly. Sophistication? Indubitably. She's a quiet, creative power who rarely courts the spotlight, yet commands it when she enters a room — even when on the arm of her global superstar husband, Shah Rukh Khan. Chic in monochromes or neutrals, which betray her design sensibility, she's spotted at design weeks, on art panels, or launching new collections, or experience centres — like her latest interactive store in Delhi, designed as a curated living space, not a typical showroom merely showcasing her furniture alongside curated art. Hers, however, was not an overnight success story.There was a time she may have been known just as SRK's wife. But slowly, steadily, she carved her way out of that seemingly ignominious 'star wife' bracket, allowing her work to shine and building a formidable niche for herself. Gauri is known to be meticulous in detailing, discrete in her functioning, and selective about the work she takes on. Today, as a producer, and entrepreneur, as well, she commands the respect of being one of India's most sought-after names in interior design.MEMORIES, MILESTONES & MANNATAlthough influenced by her educational background in history and art (“they trained me to look beyond trends”), Gauri's foray into interior design wasn't a product of formal training. It was an organic extension of her discerning taste, worldly exposure and passion for luxury. She had been deeply involved with designing and decorating the many homes and spaces she has shared with Shah Rukh, including, of course, Mannat, their iconic sea-facing bungalow in Mumbai that draws fans in hordes every dayhen we first moved into Mannat, I wasn't thinking of design as a profession -- I was simply creating a home for my family," shares Gauri. "But as I began to shape the space -- layer by layer, with textures, materials, and light -- I found myself completely immersed." The defining moment came when people began to walk in and feel something. They weren't just admiring the interiors; they were emotionally connecting to Mannat. That's when I realised: this wasn't just a hobby, this was my calling." This personal interest took a professional turn in 2010, when Gauri co-founded production house Red Chillies Entertainment, and designed its o ce and creative spaces. The praises and appreciation that followed her first real pro ect pushed her further to consider design more seriously. In 2017, Gauri Khan Designs was born as a design studio and concept store in Mumbai, showcasing curated furniture, décor, and interior solutions that embody her refined style"In the early years, I leaned towards ornate detailing and heavier elements -- perhaps a reflection of the era and my own sense of newness," she recalls. "Over time, my aesthetic has matured into something more restrained, more refined.