Wedding season has officially begun and it's fair to say that local stars have been hosting some of the most lavish celebrations we've ever seen.
From the Kateb Kuteb ceremony at Julia Hussein's Sursok Palace to Nasser and Tamara's royal wedding, the word lavish simply cannot be described.
Whether it's tying the knot in a diamond-encrusted dress in a private garden or using a luxurious mansion as the wedding venue, Arab couples are getting hitched and saying “I do” in the most glamorous way.
Below, GRAZIA presents some of the most notable Arab weddings that have taken place so far.
Daniella Rahme & Nassif Zeitoun
Lebanese actress Daniella Rahmeh and singer Nassif Naitoun celebrated their marriage in an intimate ceremony surrounded by close friends and family. The couple posted dreamy photos on Instagram, showing off their Nicolas Jebran couture dresses with exquisite embellishments and elegant sheer veils. A stylish getaway car added vintage charm to the celebration.
Tolga Saritas & Zeynep Milek
Turkish actor Tolga and fashion designer Zeynep chose an unconventional way to tie the knot in the sleepy seaside town of Alacati. Their golden hour summer wedding was the stuff of dreams. Zeynep embraced the beach wedding aesthetic, wearing a sleeveless, mermaid-fitting lace floral dress with a simple silver necklace.
Tatiana Nassour & Joe Saman
Beautiful would be the perfect word to describe the wedding of Lebanese influencer Tatiana and Dubai-based businessman Joe Saman, but extravagant might be a better word. From the pre-wedding ceremony, which featured exquisite jewelry from her mother's Batouri Jewelry brand and a sleeveless beaded dress, to the exclusive 1930s Great Gatsby-inspired venue on the Beirut Waterfront, this couple may rival some of the most glamorous weddings of the year.
Jordan Naser Judeh and Tamara Lasamny
This Jordanian royal wedding was a sight to behold. The breathtaking wedding of Nasser and Tamara, son of Princess Sumaya bint El Hassan, took place in a private venue in Amman, Jordan. With a perfect reception and gathering, the wedding highlighted the couple's exquisite taste. The combination of their custom dress and wedding rings by a Lebanese designer, as a testament to their heritage, truly highlighted the timeless appeal of the royal wedding.
Julia Hussain and Ahmad
Dubai influencer Julia Hussain and Ahmad's wedding was the picture of royal elegance. The traditional Kateb Kutab ceremony at Sursock Palace was a grand outdoor celebration. From their engagement at The Rana Dubai to their girls-only getaway to the Maldives, Julia and Ahmad's wedding is known for being extravagant, and it was no exception.
Yasmine Reis & Ahmed Abdel Aziz
Egyptian star Yasmine Raeis and her husband Ahmed's intimate Cairo wedding was a testament to elegance. Yasmine's stunning floral dress by Noor Azazy was a highlight, and the ceremony at The St. Regis Cairo was further enhanced by a pre-wedding event, where Yasmine wore an elegant white off-the-shoulder dress by Cairo couturier Mona Gouda.
Reem Samy & Mohamed El Moghazi
Reem Samy and Mohamed El Moghazi took their celebration to a whole new level at the Four Seasons Hotel Cairo's Nile Plaza. Reem was a stunning bride in a Zuhair Murad wedding dress with an ornate back bow. The star-studded event added extra glamour to the occasion.
Shahnaz Saleem & Ammar Rahman
Dubai-based influencer Shahnaz Saleem's wedding was a blend of simple charm and grandeur. Set against the majestic backdrop of the Hatta Mountains, guests were dazzled by the marble-clad aisle adorned with pastel pink flowers. Shahnaz's beauty and her groom's sophisticated style made the intimate wedding truly memorable.
