Lauren Sanchez Bezos Unveils Her Lavish Wedding Secrets: From 'Something Blue' to Gown Transformations
JEF-FABULOUS: Bezos and Sanchez Tie the Knot in Multi-Million Dollar Venice Celebration!
In a jaw-dropping, multi-day extravaganza that left onlookers green with envy, Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos and his stunning bride, Lauren Sanchez, finally said "I do" in an unforgettable ceremony on San Giorgio Maggiore island. And what a wedding it was!
As Vogue magazine exclusively revealed, the 55-year-old former TV presenter, who traded her journalist hat for a lifetime of love with the Amazon mogul, felt like the luckiest woman on the planet when she donned her breathtaking Dolce & Gabbana bespoke gown. The jaw-dropping masterpiece featured lacy, floral sleeves, a tight bodice, high neckline, long flowing skirt with an enormous train, and buttons down the front – showcasing her stunning physique.
But before we get to the nitty-gritty of this fairytale come true, let's set the scene: The Venetian celebration of the century kicked off on June 24th, when Bezos and Sanchez arrived at their five-star Aman Hotel accommodations. For days, the island was transformed into a luxurious playground for their closest friends and family – including a who's who of Hollywood A-listers, like Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Gayle King, Oprah Winfrey, Ivanka Trump, Orlando Bloom, Usher, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Matteo Bocelli, son of Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli.
As the world watched in awe, the couple's pre-wedding festivities got underway with a star-studded welcome dinner on Thursday evening at Campo Della Madonna dell'Orto. But just as things were getting hot, a freak thunderstorm rolled in, forcing the partygoers to take cover! Talk about dramatic!
The bride-to-be, Lauren Sanchez, stunned in a shimmering $100,000 Daniel Roseberry gown – embroidered with swirling vines and florals in blue, green, and gold tones on champagne fabric. The dress took an astonishing 900 hours of atelier work to complete, featuring 180 tiny, hand-finished buttons covered in silk chiffon lining the neckline and torso.
But it wasn't all smooth sailing for the happy couple – earlier this week, it was revealed that Bezos and Sanchez had already tied the knot legally ahead of their ceremonial nuptials. Talk about a surprise!
As the big day dawned on June 25th, Lauren donned her bespoke Dolce & Gabbana gown for the first time during a pre-wedding photoshoot with Vogue magazine. "It was more powerful than I thought," she gushed to the publication. And when asked if Bezos had begged to see her in the gown, she coyly replied, "I almost gave in... But I want it to be a surprise. As you get a little older, not many things surprise you. I can’t wait to see his face."
The moment of truth finally arrived as Lauren and Jeff exchanged vows on San Giorgio Maggiore island, surrounded by the stunning beauty of Venice. And what a spectacle it was! A Gospel Choir sang Whitney Houston's Higher Love, followed by Matteo Bocelli opening up his set with Elvis Presley's I Can’t Help Falling in Love With You.
But the pièce de résistance came when Lauren changed her Instagram username to @laurensanchezbezos and wiped out all of her old posts – a clear sign that she was ready to start her new life as Mrs. Bezos! Just an hour later, she shared behind-the-scenes snaps of her wedding gown, captioning it "Not just a gown, a piece of poetry... Thank you @dolcegabbana for the magic you made."
As the world watched this fairytale come true, the newlyweds celebrated their union with an extravagant party in the Arsenale area of Venice on Saturday night. And what a bash it was! Guests were treated to a star-studded lineup, including performances by Matteo Bocelli and more.
But before we bid adieu to this jaw-dropping wedding extravaganza, let's talk about the gifts – or should I say, the gag gifts? It appears that Jeff Bezos chose stylish ViBi Venezia blue velvet slippers for the gentleman guests, while Lauren gave the ladies black open-toe slippers from Amazon. Talk about a clever marketing move!
As the party wrapped up, photographers captured Kim and Khloe Kardashian making their own escape in a waiting water taxi – posing for the cameras as they set sail. A little while later, Kendall Jenner made her own getaway, weaving through the city's canals and posing against the breathtaking backdrop of Italy's finest architecture.
And so, dear readers, it seems that this fairytale couple has wrapped up their multi-million dollar Venetian celebration with a bang – or should I say, with a jet-setting escapade?
