Chadia Daccache

Aïshti is Lebanon’s leading high-end clothing retailer. Since its inception in 1989, the company has grown from a single upscale clothing store into a successful, globally recognized chain that carries renowned luxury brands. With various branches throughout Lebanon, Aïshti brought together under one roof some of the most prestigious fashion labels in the world, including Prada, Jimmy Choo, Bottega Veneta, Marni, Fendi, Valentino, Chloé, and many more. Aïshti’s stunning by the sea store in Antelias, located a few minutes north of Beirut, also features luxury brands such as Alexander McQueen, Proenza Schouler, Kenzo, Alaia, Sonia Rykiel, Loewe, Pal Zileri among plenty of other brands. Aïshti by the sea has become in 2015 the newest lifestyle destination for fashion, wellness, food and art. The luxurious space which was designed by the renowned architectural practice Adjaye Associates, holds under one roof, five floors of selected fashion, jewelry and furniture brands, as well as restaurants and cafes. Moreover, more than 4,000 square meters of exhibition space is dedicated to present contemporary art exhibitions and artworks from the private collections of Tony Salamé, CEO of Aïshti. The foundation is the first of its kind in the region, showcasing a dynamic mix of artists and media on an unprecedented scale. Aïshti also includes several single-brand boutiques, most notably Cartier, Dolce & Gabbana, Gucci, Celine, Zegna, Canali, Corneliani, Burberry, Dior, Saint Laurent Paris and many more. Aïzone, the more casual side of Aïshti, exists as a separate entity and carries some of the hippest international brands, including Citizens of Humanity, Armani Jeans and various other trendy LA brands. The company also operates stand-alone stores for Diesel, Camper, True Religion and 7 for All Mankind.