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.[1]
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.[
Hobeika was born in Baskinta, a village in the mountains of Lebanon, and was one of eight siblings. His mother, Marie, was a seamstress and encouraged her children to assist her in her boutique atelier. Hobeika particularly liked his mother’s vocation and pursued it as a passionate hobby.[3]
Hobeika studied civil engineering in university, and pursued architectural design in his studies. The Lebanese Civil War forced him to leave the country in order to secure a better future for him and his family. Hobeika traveled to Paris and worked as an intern for several Parisian fashion houses, including Chanel.[4]
RALPH RUSSO | AUTUMN WINTER 2020 HAUTE COUTURE COLLECTION
The firm was founded in 2010 by duo Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo as a privately held company.[1] The fashion house began in Mayfair, London, following in the citys rich history of couture fashion houses.[2]