Zein Qutami Marries Celio Saab Wearing An Extraordinary Elie Saab Couture Gown
When your father-in-law is Elie Saab, there's a fairly sizeable excuse to go for a jaw-dropping wedding dress. Which is exactly what Zein Qutami is pictured wearing for her wedding ceremony to Celio Saab, as the happy couple tied the knot in Lebanon this evening.
The long-sleeved gown featured opulent silvered embellishment across the boned bodice and gown, while the skirt ballooned in a dramatic ballgown silhouette, followed by a cascading tulle veil. The bride's hair was styled by Wassim Morkos, with make-up artistry by Bassam Fattouh, with Patrick Sawaya capturing the couple's big day on film.
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The ceremony was held at the Church of Bkerke, Lebanon, and is the second event in a three-day celebration, with guests shortly making their way to the much anticipated wedding reception, eagerly awaiting the Elie Saab ensemble Zein has chosen for the after-party.
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