Arab Designers Who Owned the Oscars Red Carpet Year After Year
When it comes to serving high fashion on Hollywood’s biggest night, Arab designers have never missed. Year after year, their jaw-dropping creations bring drama, elegance, and a whole lot of sparkle to the Oscars red carpet.
From Zuhair Murad’s signature embellishments to Elie Saab’s ethereal designs, these gowns prove that the region’s designers are at the forefront of global fashion.
Meg Ryan – Saudi Ashi Studio
2025
Meg Ryan graced the Oscars red carpet in a custom Ashi Studio Couture gown made of sumptuous ruby-red velvet. The dress featured a strapless neckline and a form-fitting silhouette with two thigh-high slits that gave it just the right amount of edge.
She paired it with black platform heels and dripping diamond jewelry, keeping it old Hollywood but making it 2025.
Keleigh Teller – Lebanese Zuhair Murad
2025
Keleigh Teller was a total dream in a Zuhair Murad gown from his Autumn 2024 collection. Think romantic, flowy, and covered in intricate beadwork that shimmered. A cinched waist and dramatic details made it the perfect mix of regal and effortless.
Ryan Michelle Bathe – Egyptian Marmar Halim
2025
A vision in pure gold! The American actress Ryan Michelle Bathe appeared at the Oscars in a Marmar Halim creation. The golden hues of the dress perfectly brought out her skin tone. The gown featured a modern silhouette that fit her like a glove, giving futuristic glam in the best way.
Raya Abirached – Lebanese Rami Kadi
2024
Raya Abirached brought the main character energy in her Rami Kadi gown. Covered in drapes and featuring a sleek, figure-hugging silhouette, it was giving a Greek goddess-like feel.
Hend Sabri – Lebanese Nicolas Jebran
2024
Drama, but make it couture! Hend Sabri’s Nicolas Jebran look was all about bold structure and high fashion. A sculpted neckline, black velvet, and dazzling shimmer made this an unforgettable fashion moment.
Hailee Steinfeld – Lebanese Elie Saab
2024
Hailee Steinfeld looked like a fairytale princess in a sheer blue Elie Saab gown that featured delicate embroidery. The ethereal cape and soft pastel color made it a total Pinterest board moment.
Fan Bingbing – Lebanese Tony Ward
2023
If royalty attended the Oscars, they’d wear this. Fan Bingbing’s Tony Ward gown was a breathtaking green-and-silver masterpiece, complete with dramatic cape sleeves and intricate beading that made her look straight out of a painting.
Cara Delevingne – Lebanese Elie Saab
2023
Red-hot and show-stopping. Cara Delevingne’s Elie Saab gown was a high-slit, off-the-shoulder, voluminous dream. The bold red color and oversized bow detail made it pure drama in the best way.
Eva Longoria – Lebanese Zuhair Murad
2023
Eva Longoria legit blinded us in a Zuhair Murad disco-ball dress. The silver, sequin-covered, ultra-glitzy dress hugged her figure perfectly and had just the right amount of sheer paneling.
Mila Kunis – Lebanese Zuhair Murad
2022
Soft, sleek, and timeless, Mila Kunis floated in a dusty pink Zuhair Murad gown. The draped satin, asymmetrical neckline, and subtle train made it effortlessly elegant—zero notes.
Venus Williams – Lebanese Elie Saab
2022
Venus Williams served in a white Elie Saab gown with a plunging neckline and crystal detailing. It was equal parts powerful and simple—exactly how you make an entrance.
Raya Abirached – Zuhair Murad
2022
Raya Abirached stunned on the 2022 Oscars red carpet in a black Zuhair Murad gown. The strapless silk Mikado dress served pure old Hollywood glam, with a snatched bodice that flowed into a dramatic ball gown skirt. She kept it sleek with a high ponytail and Bulgari diamonds—because, obviously, a look this classy needed some extra sparkle.
Arab Designers Understood the Assignment—Every. Single. Time.
One thing about Arab designers? They own the red carpet. Whether it’s classic elegance, over-the-top drama, or futuristic glam, they know exactly how to make a statement. With every Oscars season, they prove that Arab fashion isn’t just a moment—it’s a movement. And honestly? We can’t wait to see what they do next.
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