2022 in Moments

We are ready to wrap up 2022, a milestone year for Tony Ward, celebrating achievements and overcoming new challenges. We glance back at some of the memorable moments that marked our 2022, starting with a double Anniversary; 25 years of the Tony Ward brand and 70 years since the Ward Atelier was established. "When I look back at my journey, I don’t only recall the success as I always make sure to also remember the tough times and stumbling blocks that shaped the brand. It has been an amazing 25 years and I’m looking forward to the ones to come.”

Double Anniversary

This year we celebrated a double milestone. The 25^thanniversary of the Tony Ward label and the 70^th anniversary of the Ward Atelier established by his father Elie Ward. The house celebrated craftsmanship, fashion and heritage with an immersive exhibit retracing the history of Ward’s atelier into the present; Elie Ward’s legacy, elaborate fabrics, couture sewing techniques, extraordinary creations and the muses that inspired them. The movie ‘Tony Ward Couture, The Legacy’ was revealed during the launch event at our headquarters in Beirut.

Mosaic inspired fourreau dress tailored by Elie Ward for his daughter Zoya

A Tribute to Elie Ward

It is with a heavy heart that Tony Ward Fashion House announced the passing of Elie Ward, on October 24^th. Elie Ward established the Ward Ateliers in 1952. He was a pioneer of Lebanese Couture, paving the way for designers emerging from the country today. Elie’s creations were a must for high society women. Famous for his tailored suits, known to last a lifetime, he was still handling the suits manufacturing until a few years ago. His savoir fair is, and will always be alive in the Ateliers.

Art pieces at the Oscars

A dash of sparkle on the red carpet, our gorgeous celebrities Ashley Benson, Carolina Gaitán, Jessica Wang, Kelsey Merritt, Chrissy Teigen and Lori Harvey in a golden swirls crystal encrusted art piece, caused a sensation at the Oscars wearing Tony Ward creations.

Lori Harvey wearing an art piece with crystal studded intricate spirals and a sheer netted skirt

Dazzling in Cannes

Heart Evangelista, Jasmine Tookes, Josephine Skriver, Leonie Hanne, Liza Koshy, Thassia Naves, Sabrina Elba and Urvashi Rautela took up the glam a notch for the legendary 'montee des marches' at Cannes Film Festival in sumptuous gowns from Tony Ward's couture capsule collection. 

Beauties Jasmine Tookes and Josephine Skriver in statement Tony Ward dresses

Flowing Lines Couture Show

We took back the runway during Paris Fashion Week, at Hotel Shangri-La. Flowing fabrics, 3D embroideries, and a bold palette; deep magenta, cobalt blue or gold sunshine. Never-ending lines carefully sewn by the ‘petites mains’ working round the clock before the show. Pixie Lott, Carolina Parsons, Manuel Arnaut, Sai De Silva, Farouk Chekoufi, Farrah El Dibany, Sira Pevida and many more celebrities, actresses, international press, fashion gurus, stylists and influencers came to witness the couture show comeback from the four corners of the world.

Crystal Pink at Murex D’Or

Actress Cyrine Abdelnour looked flawless in a crystal pink embroidered dress with a dramatic high slit and Carole Samaha stood out in a glittering deep purple Tony Ward look to receive their awards at the Murex D’or 2022 ceremony.

Hoodies Couture

In time for the World Cup, Tony Ward launched a Limited Edition of Couture Hoodies. Handmade in the Tony Ward Ateliers, with a dash of embellishments, mixing art and fun, a must-have for our VIP football fans. ‘The love and passion I have for sports made me do it’ Tony Ward.

 

Glitters in the IT city

Didi Stone, Tamara Kalinic, Paula Abdul, Leomie Anderson, Anna Dello Russo and Zerina Akers, our Tony Ward women lit up Doha nights in their crystallized dresses during the Fashion Trust Arabia event in October.

Gold at the Red Sea Film Festival

Priyanka Chopra stole the show in a gold and silver embroidered dress with Charleston detailing from the latest Couture collection for the opening ceremony of the Red Sea International Film Festival. Julianne Hough chose two majestic looks; one silk organza flamboyant red dress and a custom backless black dress with a wondrous neckline. Actress Paz Vega gracefully appeared in a silk and lurex embroidered tulle dress from the RTW SS23 collection, and Youssra closed the festival with her unique glow in a shimmery couture dress with nuances of purple.

 

Happy New Year