Mona Ayoub

Mona Ayoub is renowned for possessing the largest collection of haute couture clothing and accessories in the world, which she has cultivated since the 1970s. With over 2,700 pieces valued between $10,000 and $300,000 each, her collection showcases the artistry of fashion. Born in Beirut to a modest family, she developed a passion for fashion early on, influenced by her mother, a seamstress. Her marriage to Saudi billionaire Nasser Al-Rashed in 1979 provided her with the means to acquire stunning couture pieces. Recently, she has begun auctioning some of her treasures, including a significant collection of Chanel items designed by Karl Lagerfeld, to share the beauty of fashion with a new generation.