Inside Lauren Sanchez's £15m wedding glam squad - including drag queen tailor
Jeff Bezos' bride Lauren Sanchez is flying in her most trusted glam squad for her $20 million (£15m) wedding in Venice on Friday. The former journalist, 55, has pulled out all the stops to make sure she looks picture-perfect for the eye-wateringly lavish nuptials, which will be attended by a whole host of Hollywood stars.
Ahead of the ceremony, which is said to be taking place at the stunning Arsenale fortress after Venetians threatened to block the canals with inflatable crocodiles at Bezos' former choice of venue in the city, a tour guide was hired to welcome guests was snapped holding a clipboard of names.
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Prominent among the list, which included names, flight numbers, and hotel destinations - were members of Lauren's 'glam squad', according to the Mail.
So, as Ms Sanchez gets ready to waltz down the aisle with one of the richest men in the world, here's all we know about those tasked with giving the bride her perfect day, from the makeup artist who chose Lauren's lippy for her recent trip to space - to a drag queen tailor...
Makeup artist Laura Ann Mele
Make-up artist, Laura Ann Mele, has been trusted with Lauren's look since at least November 2023, when the former newsreader first appeared on Laura's Instagram page.
At the time, the New Yorker got Lauren ready for the Glamour magazine's Women of the Year awards, opting for natural makeup with a sultry shimmer.
Laura, who arrived in Venice on June 24, has worked with Lauren several times, including for her 53rd birthday party, multiple award ceremonies, and the bride-to-be's debut Met Gala appearance in 2024.
Most recently, she did Lauren's makeup for her much-criticised trip to space on Jeff's Blue Origin rocket. Joined by Katy Perry, Lauren skipped onto the rocket in a skin-tight blue jumpsuit, but was slammed by many for a 'monumental waste of money'.
Hairstylist Sophie Rose
Another long-standing member of Lauren's glam squad is hairstylist, Sophie Rose. The Californian's name was reportedly on the wedding guest spreadsheet, which is no surprise considering how many times she's worked with Lauren.
Lauren often pops up on Sophie's Instagram page, including in March when the celebrity hairdresser shared a picture of her client's 'bridal' look for the Vanity Fair's Oscars party that she attended with Jeff.
For the ceremony, the former journalist sported picked a strapless white mermaid gown, with a feathered hem and train, which many thought screamed 'bride to be'.
Her long raven locks were styled in tumbling waves, which is a style Sophie might reinvent for the wedding.
British makeup artist to the stars Buster Knight
Also flying in for the big day is British makeup artist, Buster Knight. The London-based creative shared his flight details on Instagram from the UK earlier this morning before the leaked spreadsheet confirmed Buster's arrival in Italy around lunchtime.
Buster has been in charge of several of Lauren's looks, including her appearance at the Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda show in Sardinia last July.
While lifting the lid on her makeup for Milan Fashion Week last January, Buster revealed he used Hourglass Cosmetics' lipstick in the shade 'Dove 306' as well as a Kylie Cosmetics mascara over fake lashes from UK-based brand, Eyelure.
Dolce and Gabbana executive Samuel Horowitz
Dolce and Gabanna executive Samuel Horowitz's name on the list hints that Lauren could be wearing a wedding dress designed by the Italian duo.
She's a big fan of the iconic brand, having been spotted at the D&G flagship store in Milan in March armed with huge bags, maybe after a dress fitting.
Lauren's son, Nikko, 24, also modelled for the fashion house last year.
Drag Queen tailor Mindy L'amour
One of the most jaw-dropping names said to be on the list is drag queen tailor, Mindy L'amour. The Californian stylitst specialises in corsets and has dressed a whole host of stars, including drag queens.
Lauren is a big fan of a corset, which she's worn to a number of high profile events, including US President Trump's inauguration in January.
The bride-to-be ignored the backlash accusing her of dressing inappropriately for the ceremony, as a source close to her reportedly told Page Six: "She does what she wants".
Lauren also wore a low-cut white corset for her star-studded hen party in Paris, which was attended by Kim Kardashian, who is also going to the wedding.
Maybe Mindy, who shared a video of herself enjoying a water taxi ride upon arrival in Venice earlier today, will be putting Lauren in a corset for her wedding. We can't wait to find out!
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