NELLE FABYAN’S COUTURE PARISIAN BALL GOWN

UNVEILING APRIL, 2026

After years of fundraising and meticulous conservation, a couture ball gown for Nelle Fabyan designed by famed Parisian fashion designer, Georges Doeuillet, will go on display at the Fabyan Villa Museum.

Only 6 of Deouillet’s garments are in museums around the world. One of those will now be in Geneva, Illinois.

Bookmark this page for updates on an Exclusive First Look and a Preview Day of the gown BEFORE the Fabyan Villa Museum opens to the public on May 2, 2026. TICKETS WILL BE LIMITED!