A native of Lebanon from a family gifted in the arts, Elie Madie was fascinated at a young age with sketches, layouts and prints of architectural plans. He started his career as a haute couture fashion designer in Lebanon, Dubai, to Kuwait.His work is appreciated and admired by many international fashion icons, such as Paris Hilton, Jennifer Lopez, Carrie Underwood, Gwen Stefani and Toni Braxton. His designs have been featured in Vogue, and many others.