FWD: "Lebanese Fashion Designers On Making Haute Couture" - Refinery29

Presenter: Vasco Vaz Queiro

Delivered: Menton on March 22, 2022

In this afikra FWD, Vasco Vaz Queiro forwards us an article from Refinery29 on Lebanese Haute Couture in the face of adversity. Haute Couture means exclusive garments that are custom-fitted, handmade, and usually employ some form of savoir-faire and craftsmanship.

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