Lebanese couture designer Tony Ward, who has been called the “Architect of Detail,” hits a major milestone this year as the fashion house, started by his father Elie, celebrates its 70-year anniversary in 2022. This moment also marks 25 years since Tony launched his own label within the company.

“25 years is a lot but it’s a small milestone compared to what my father achieved, so what will I do in my next 45 years is what comes to mind. I think the next 45 years is what I have in front of me, and I’m ready to fill the blank pages,” beams the designer, who has dressed celebrities on Cannes Film Festival red carpets, as well as stars at the Oscars, the Golden Globes and the Grammys.

Tony Ward’s creations on the runway shine with their lightness, transparency and precision, as he draws inspiration from contemporary architecture.

And now during the 75th Cannes Film Festival, there have been a number of stand-out Tony Ward Couture gowns on the red carpet. “I’m fond of the movies and the cinematography world and [Cannes is] an amazing hub from all over the world,” he says of the festival. “I feel that the buzz fashion creates during these events is as important as the beautiful movies that fill our screens. Seeing my dresses on notable women during such an outstanding festival is something I look forward to each year.”

Actress and YouTube star Liza Koshy stunned in a couture piece, a one-shouldered sheer white gown with colorful embellishments, and a thigh high slit for the opening ceremony, while Indian actress Urvashi Rautela was also in attendance wearing a white off-the-shoulder confection of a gown with layers in the…