One week has passed since the devasting explosion hit Beirut, leaving thousands injured, hundreds killed and the whole country in shock.
The blast decimated hundreds of buildings across the Lebanese capital, many of which included the offices and studios of some top fashion designers.
Giving an insight into the devastation the blast caused, world-renowned couture designer Zuhair Murad shared a series of pictures mourning the decimation of his 11-storey Beirut atelier.
In an Instagram post on the official Zuhair Murad account, the designer issued a statement about the tragedy, sharing photos of the damaged studio.
“Although our Beirut headquarters are completely damaged, I am extremely thankful for the safety and well-being of the Zuhair Murad family,” Murad said. “May all the victims of this tragedy rest in pure peace, my heart is with everyone affected.”
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The photos shared depicted a bleak picture of the destruction caused by the blast, which showcased the rubble left in the atelier including fabric strewn everywhere, destroyed mannequins, remnants of design sketches and more.
Murad, who founded the namesake label in 1997 with its headquarters in Beirut, shared a more personal message on his private Instagram account revealing his heartbreak.
“My heart is broken,” he said in a social media post. “Can’t stop crying. The efforts of years went in a moment.”
A number of other Maisons have been hugely impacted by the blast, including Nicolas Jebran, Azzi & Osta, Tony Ward and more.
Designer Rabih Kayrouz was also greatly impacted by the blast not only at his eponymous atelier, but he also suffered a small brain haemorrhage, two clots and had to have 22 stitches.
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