Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · June 27, 2025 · Entertainment

Lauren Sanchez Channels Sophia Loren: A Nostalgic Italian Riviera Fantasy

The former journalist and bride-to-be, 55, was photographed walking along a bridge in the island of San Giorgio Maggiore wearing a stunning white headscarf

LAUREN SANCHEZ'S VENETIAN WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA: BEHIND THE SCENES OF THE MOST ROMANTIC AND LAVISH CELEBRATION OF THE YEAR!

Lauren Sanchez, the stunning 55-year-old bride-to-be, has been living her best life in Venice as she prepares to tie the knot with billionaire Jeff Bezos. And we're not just talking about any ordinary wedding - oh no! This is going to be a grand, over-the-top, and utterly unforgettable celebration that will leave everyone green with envy!

As Lauren stepped out for her big day, she channeled her inner Audrey Hepburn, Sophia Loren, and Jackie O, donning an ivory tailored peacoat with black buttons, paired with a matching skirt. And let's not forget that show-stopping headscarf! It's no wonder stylist Lisa Talbot praised Lauren's timeless elegance, saying, "She radiated vintage glamour with unmistakable nods to classic 1950s Italian Riviera style."

According to stylist Lisa Talbot, Lauren - who has jetted off to Venice to marry her fiancé of two years Jeff Bezos - is 'radiating timeless elegance' with her look

But what really took her look to the next level was that stunning printed headscarf wrapped elegantly around her chocolate caramel tresses. And paired with those classic black Celine sunglasses and a black croc-print handbag, Lauren looked like she just stepped out of a vintage movie.

And we're not done yet! Lauren's style game is on point, folks. She's been flaunting her best fashion foot forward all week, and this look is just the icing on the cake. According to celebrity stylist Rochelle White, Lauren has been treating her wedding as a "fashion show" - and we can't blame her!

But it's not just about the clothes, darlings! Lauren's also been rocking some serious bling, including two dazzling rings and a bracelet with LB on her wrist (perhaps a nod to her new initials, Lauren Bezos?). And let's not forget that 30-carat cushion-cut diamond engagement rock worth between $3 million and $5 million!

It is a look synonymous with the likes of sophisticated vintage film stars such as Audrey Hepburn, Sophie Loren and Jackie O

As the big day approaches, the island of San Giorgio Maggiore is buzzing with activity. With its 11 small chapels enclosed in private gardens, this picturesque location is the perfect backdrop for Lauren's fairytale wedding. And did you know that gardeners, builders, and electricians have been working tirelessly to make sure every detail is just right?

But what really has us talking is the guest list! Orlando Bloom, Usher, Sydney Sweeney, and the Kardashians are just a few of the A-list stars who've flown in to celebrate with Lauren and Jeff. And let's not forget those ex-marine security men patrolling the island - we're not sure what they're expecting, but we're guessing it's going to be a pretty wild ride!

So, what can we expect from this extravagant celebration? Well, for starters, there will be plenty of champagne toasts, lavish decorations, and maybe even a few surprise performances. And with Lauren's reputation for being unapologetically extravagant, we're expecting nothing but the most epic wedding of the year!

Lauren put her best fashion foot forward as she completed her chic ensemble with printed headscarf, elegantly wrapped around her chocolate caramel tresses and a pair of classic black Celine sunglasses, along with a black croc-print handbag

Stay tuned for more updates on this fairytale wedding extravaganza, only on thescholarlynote.com!

Lauren Sanchez blows a kiss to photographers as she revealed her second bridal look of the event

Lauren Sanchez was snapped wearing two dazzling rings and a bracelet with LB on her wrist, perhaps to mark her new initials, Lauren Bezos

Lauren Sanchez arrives at San Giorgio island ahead of her multi-million dollar wedding to Jeff Bezos

Bezos and Sanchez will be marrying on San Giorgio Maggiore, where there are 11 small chapels enclosed in private gardens

Sanchez was assisted out of her hotel and onto a water taxi in a stunning all-white ensemble

Lauren Sanchez has been pulling out all the stops ahead of her nuptials in Venice today, to Jeff Bezos 61, and her $100k pre-wedding gown proves no expense was being spared