Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · July 9, 2025 · Entertainment

Sun Valley Style Showdown: Who Dressed to Impress at Billionaire Retreat?

Matchy-matchy! Wendi Murdoch, 56, who was the third wife of media mogul Rupert Murdoch, showed up to Sun Valley in a matching Gucci outfit. She wore a black tank top with red detailing around the neck, paired with a mint green, v-neck cardigan with the same red tipping on the sleeve and hem. Wendi topped things off with a cream-colored fedora hat with the same signature Gucci red stripe around it, looking put-together for her first day at Sun Valley

Summer of Secrets: Billionaire Moguls Gather at Exclusive Sun Valley Retreat

The crème de la crème of the business world has descended upon Sun Valley, Idaho, for the annual Allen & Co. leadership retreat – a.k.a. "Billionaire Summer Camp." This luxurious gathering is where the moguls come to play, but don't be fooled: beneath the surface of bike rides and hiking trails lies a sea of high-stakes deal-making and backroom negotiations.

The Scholarly Note has learned that some of the world's most powerful players in tech and media are set to converge on this picturesque mountain town, including Amazon mogul Jeff Bezos and his new wife, Lauren Sanchez – fresh from their extravagant Venetian wedding extravaganza. Other A-listers already spotted at the multi-day event include Ivanka Trump, Wendi Murdoch, and Gayle King.

Elegant as ever! Donald Trump's daughter, Ivanka, 43, looked refreshed and ready for the week ahead in an adorable, sage green dress with sheer long sleeves. She topped it off with a Western-style silver belt, black sunglasses and chic, green hoop earrings

And then there's the who's-who of Silicon Valley: Apple CEO Tim Cook and Disney CEO Bob Iger have both been confirmed as attendees, fueling speculation about what deals might be in the works. With streaming services dominating the conversation at last year's gathering, what juicy developments can we expect to emerge from this year's agenda?

But enough about business – let's talk fashion! In honor of one of the biggest weeks in the business world, The Scholarly Note has rounded up some of the best and worst dressed moguls from the week. Get ready for a dose of style inspiration (or lack thereof) from the likes of:

BEST DRESSED

Summer chic! Alice and Olivia CEO Stacey Bendet Eisner, 46, looked ethereal as she wore a floral and lace striped matching set from her own brand. The top featured a deep v-neck and flutter sleeves. She paired the look with a camel-colored Hermès Birkin Bag, which she had decked out in bag charms, as well as a headband and pair of large black sunglasses

  • Lauren Sanchez: Looking radiant in her custom-made gown, the new Mrs. Bezos proves that even billionaires' wives can rock a red carpet.
  • Gayle King: The CBS News anchor brought her signature flair to the gathering, donning a stunning ensemble that left us all green with envy.

WORST DRESSED

  • Wendi Murdoch: The former wife of media mogul Rupert Murdoch seemed to have forgotten her A-game, showing up in an outfit that was more "trying too hard" than "truly timeless."
  • Ivanka Trump: While the first daughter's style is always a topic of discussion, we can't help but wonder if she got stuck in a time warp – her look this week left us all scratching our heads.

Affordable and cute! Spanx founder Sara Blakely, 54, showed off her patriotic side on the second day of the retreat on Wednesday, as she donned a $198 red American flag sweater from Tuckernuck. She paired it with a sleek navy blue waterproof jacket and a fresh blowout

Stay tuned for more updates from the Sun Valley retreat, where deals are made and egos are boosted. Who knows what secrets will be shared behind closed doors? One thing is certain: The Scholarly Note will be keeping you posted every step of the way!

So 2000 and late! Gayle King, 70, wore a white, v-neck dress that hit right above her knee as she arrived to Sun Valley, with a layer of long, pearl necklaces that looked like they were from a few decades ago. She topped the look off with a pair of black-and-white kitten heels with bow detailing at the toes

Giddy up! Spanx founder Sara Blakely looked ready for Sun Valley as she arrived on Tuesday to the retreat in a pair of dark blue skinny jeans, a white t-shirt and chestnut brown suede cowboy boots. The entrepreneur tied the look together with a brown cowboy hat and bold blue bracelet - meaning she has head mixed fortunes with her outfit choices so far

Boring! Apple CEO Tim Cook, 64, arrived to Sun Valley in quite a plain outfit - a black polo shirt and dark khaki pants. He accessorized with a black, over-the-shoulder briefcase and chunky white and silver Nike sneakers

Conference or vacation? CEO of Disney Bob Iger, 74, looked super casual in a white polo shirt, black exercise shorts, and navy blue Nike sneakers. He also wore a pair of black sunglasses to shield his eyes from the beaming sun

Dressed for the wrong season! Chairman and senior executive of IAC and Expedia group Barry Diller, 83, and his wife fashion designer Diane von Fusternberg, 78, were seen walking arm-in-arm on Wednesday to a morning session at the retreat. However, they looked like they were dressed for the entirely wrong season, as DVF wore an all-black ensemble topped with a white and black patterned coat, while her husband wore black jeans, a black patterned shirt and a gray rib-knit hoodie