Moe Ghrbal Couture
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Mahmoud Ghorbal, founder and designer of MOE Ghorbal Couture. My journey began in Syria, growing up in a family that cherished sewing and accessories. I often sat beside my mother as she made clothes for my siblings, and that's where my passion for fashion began. Alongside my studies, I trained with highly skilled tailors in Syria, then traveled to Lebanon to continue training with renowned designers. I eventually opened my own fashion house there, designing for distinguished families.I then moved to the United Arab Emirates, where I worked in a fashion house for five years, designing for many prestigious clients.
After returning to Syria, I presented my first fashion show in Damascus. When the war began, I returned to Lebanon, opened my fashion house again, and presented another fashion show, designing for families and several celebrities. In early 2017, I began a new chapter in Canada, establishing MOE Ghorbal Couture in Edmonton, Alberta. In 2018, I presented a fashion show in Edmonton, continuing to develop my work.
Today, I am proud to present my new collection, Dawn, at Vancouver Fashion Week. Dawn is inspired by the transformation of nature at morning light. The collection begins in darkness, then light slowly rises. As the sun appears, the trees awaken, blossoms open, and nature's colors are revealed. This transformation, from darkness into light, is the heart of the collection. Through Dawn, I wanted to express elegance, transformation, and the beauty of a new beginning.
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What first inspired you to become a fashion designer?
I grew up in Syria in a family that valued sewing and accessories. I often watched my mother make clothes for my siblings, and this started my interest in fashion. This early experience encouraged me to learn more about design and garment-making.
How has your international experience shaped your career?
I trained with skilled tailors in Syria and later continued my training with established designers in Lebanon. I opened my own fashion house in Lebanon and also worked at a fashion house in the United Arab Emirates for five years. These experiences helped me develop my technical skills and work with many different clients.
How did Moe Ghrbal Couture begin in Canada?
I moved to Canada in early 2017 and established Moe Ghrbal Couture in Edmonton, Alberta. In 2018, I presented a fashion show in Edmonton and continued developing my work in Canada.
What inspired your new collection, Dawn?
Dawn is inspired by the way nature changes in the morning light. The collection moves from darkness toward light as the sun rises, trees awaken, flowers open, and colours appear. This natural change became the main story of the collection.
What can audiences expect from Dawn at Vancouver Fashion Week?
Audiences can expect a collection that develops like a sunrise. It begins with a darker mood and slowly reveals more light and colour. Through this collection, I want to express elegance, transformation, and the beauty of a new beginning.