Elfida Artinoff

Elfida Artinoff — Bio & Gallery

Couture Designer & Stylist

Armenian–Lebanese couture designer & stylist based in New York City, specializing in luxury headdresses, bespoke capes, cloaks, opera coats, and statement accessories for men and women—blending heritage craftsmanship with modern couture.

Elfida Artinoff during a presentation in a Parisian salon
Elfida Artinoff — New York & Paris presentations

A Creative Journey Rooted in Art & Culture

Growing up in New York City, Elfida was surrounded by art, music, and fashion. She studied Arts and Science at New York University and continued at the New York Institute of Technology. After 9/11, she launched one of FiDi’s first gourmet internet cafés before moving into tech as a QA Manager and Strategic Analyst at a NYC startup.

Her family’s legacy shaped her vision: a father with 20 years in luxury jewelry at Rolex and a passion for antique clocks; a mother who owned a renowned bridal atelier in Lebanon and introduced her to couture techniques. Travel, estate sales, and museums inform the eclectic palettes and refined details of her work.

Couture Collections — Vintage Meets Modern

Headpieces and accessories merge vintage glamour with a contemporary edge. Many designs incorporate rare vintage jewelry for one-of-a-kind pieces; others are fully customizable to match fabrics, themes, or inspirations. From atelier to bridal couture, pieces transition effortlessly from daywear to evening.

Elfida Artinoff during a presentation in a Parisian salon
New York & Paris presentations
Vintage-inspired headpiece crafted with rare jewelry
Vintage glamour, contemporary edge
Reversible hooded cape from the men's couture collection
Men’s couture: reversible hooded cape