Basil Soda
Basil Soda is a Lebanese luxury fashion house based in Beirut, founded by designer Basil Soda after working for Elie Saab. It presents haute couture, bridal and ready-to-wear collections, with its latest seasons including Spring Summer 2026.
| Founder | Basil Soda |
|---|---|
| Based in | Beirut, Lebanon |
| Lines | Haute couture, bridal, ready-to-wear |
| Latest season | Spring Summer 2026 |
| Website | basilsoda.com |
What is Basil Soda?
Basil Soda is a Beirut-based luxury house founded by the Lebanese designer Basil Soda, who worked for Elie Saab before establishing his own label. The designer died in 2015, and the house has continued to present collections under his name.
Products and positioning
The house works across three lines:
- Haute couture: including Spring Summer 2026 and Fall Winter 2025/26
- Bridal: including Spring Summer 2026
- Ready-to-wear: including Spring Summer 2026
Its gowns have been worn by public figures including Paris Hilton, Katy Perry, Emily Blunt and Marion Cotillard, and the house has staged couture shows in Paris, where it has presented its haute couture collections to international press and buyers.
Why it matters
Basil Soda belongs to the group of Beirut couture houses, alongside names trained in the same ateliers, that have made Lebanon an international reference for eveningwear and bridal. Its continuation after the founder's death shows the durability of the Lebanese couture model.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Basil Soda?
The house was founded by Lebanese designer Basil Soda, who had previously worked for Elie Saab.
Is Basil Soda still active?
Yes, the house continues to present haute couture, bridal and ready-to-wear collections, including Spring Summer 2026.