“Le bal des débutantes” Georges Hobeika dresses Countess Angélique of Limburg Stirum

“Le bal des débutantes”

Georges Hobeika dresses Countess Angélique of Limburg Stirum

For this twenty-fourth edition of the Bal des Débutantes, which took place on November 26, 2016 at the Peninsula Hotel, Paris, Georges Hobeika dressed the young Belgian Countess Angélique of Limburg Stirum. Georges Hobeika had also participated in the prestigious ball last year.

  • The image features a young woman standing gracefully on a staircase. She is wearing an elegant dress adorned with intricate floral and botanical embroidery, incorporating details in various colors, primarily green and white. The dress is semi-transparent at the top, showcasing a delicate design that highlights her figure. She accessorizes with earrings and possibly a bracelet, enhancing her sophisticated look. The backdrop includes ornate railings, suggesting a luxurious setting. The overall ambiance conveys elegance and refinement.
    Photo by Hana Le Van
  • The image is a fashion illustration featuring a model wearing an elegantly designed dress. The dress has a fitted bodice with intricate floral embroidery in shades of gold, pink, and blue, creating a detailed and ornate appearance. The skirt appears to be fuller and is adorned with more floral patterns, giving it a vibrant look. The model has a sleek hairstyle, and there's a decorative hairpiece, likely a floral accessory, adding to the overall sophistication of the design. The background is light and simple, emphasizing the beauty of the dress.
    Sketch courtesy of Georges Hobeika

The beautiful debutante, Angélique de Limburg Stirum, has also French heritage from her grandmother Hélène d’Orléans, sister of the current Count of Paris. At the age of 21, Angélique is a business major student and is currently pursuing an Erasmus year in Hamburg. She is also a painter and a model; no wonder there was no need to retouch the dress, it suited her like a glove! It was Ophélie Renouard, the ball organizer, who suggested Georges Hobeika to Angélique, knowing that the young Countess was looking for something very feminine and romantic. Angélique tried many gowns from Georges Hobeika’s Haute Couture Fall-Winter 2016-2017 collection, and couldn’t make up her mind, falling in love, each creation after the other. Then finally, she picked a stunning, long gown of emerald silk tulle, embroidered with golden silk threads and embellished throughout with laser cut flowers, pearls, sequins and crystals. She completed her look with Louboutin shoes and Payal jewelry.

  • The image features a young woman standing by a window, dressed in an elegant outfit that has a textured, layered design. Her hair is styled short, and she wears statement earrings that add a pop of color. The surroundings include soft natural light filtering through sheer curtains and a glimpse of decorative elements in the room, suggesting a refined and sophisticated atmosphere. The overall vibe is one of grace and poise.
    Photo by Hana Le Van
  • The image features a woman standing elegantly in a luxurious interior. She is wearing a stunning gown adorned with intricate floral patterns in shades of purple. The dress has a form-fitting silhouette that flows elegantly to the ground. The setting includes elegant furniture with a modern design, a vase of flowers, and showcases a chic display cabinet. The overall atmosphere is one of sophistication and glamour.
    Photo by Hana Le Van

This year’s Dinner Ball was aimed at raising funds for two non-profit associations: “Seleni”, in New York, which funds research and care to assist teenage mothers, and “Enfants d’Asie”, which facilitates the schooling of young girls in Southeast Asia.

The image appears to be a fashion illustration of a beautiful gown. The dress is elegantly designed with a flowing, long train that features intricate embellishments and floral details. The bodice seems to have a fitted silhouette adorned with delicate designs, while the overall color of the gown is a rich teal. The figure in the illustration has long hair and is posed gracefully, showcasing the stunning dress and its intricacies. The background is a light color, highlighting the gown's details and colors.
Sketch courtesy of Georges Hobeika