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Daily Mail
12 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Lauren Sanchez's wedding look revealed: Bride-to-be's glam squad includes Dolce & Gabbana exec, drag queen tailor and make-up artist who specialises in the 'babydoll style
An innocuous-seeming paparazzi photograph may have inadvertently revealed details about Lauren Sanchez 's fiercely-guarded bridal look, as the former journalist prepares to say 'I do' to Jeff Bezos this week. A tour guide hired to welcome guests as they arrived in Venice for the $20 million wedding of the Amazon founder Bezos, 61, and Lauren, 55, was snapped holding a clipboard of names. Prominent among Beatrice Bavato's list - that included names, flight numbers, and hotel destinations - were members of Lauren's 'glam squad'. This included the hair and make-up staff of Buster Knight as well as Laura Mele and Sophie Gutterman, both of whom styled Lauren before her recent space trip. A look back at their work for Lauren - who has recruited the trio for everything from red carpet appearances to award ceremonies and fashion shows - reveals the Emmy-winner never strays too far from her signature look: a flawless complexion and smokey eye, with loose waves framing her face. And it appears they'll be recreating Lauren's show-stopping glam for the wedding of the decade - set to be attended by tech moguls, Hollywood stars, and politicians. A curveball addition to her team appears to be Mindy L'amour, a California-based fashion stylist who works with drag queens and specialises in corsets. Given Lauren has worn the form-fitting garment on several occasions, including her recent bachelorette party, Mindy may be on hand to style a custom corset for the not-so-blushing bride-to-be. But the most intriguing of the ancillary guests is Samuel Horowitz, a sales executive at Dolce & Gabbana. Could the young Milan-based associate's presence be confirmation that Lauren has opted to wear one of their creations for her wedding ceremony? As the list also suggested the bride's first-choice nail artist was a 'no show', here's everything we know about Lauren's wedding look - and the A-team she's put together to bring it to life: Laura Mele, Lauren's trusted makeup artist Laura Ann Mele has been part of Lauren's glam squad since at least November 2023, when the former newscaster first appeared on the New York-based bridal makeup artist's Instagram page. At the time, Laura dolled her up for Glamour magazine's Women of the Year awards, when Lauren opted for a soft, sultry look that enhanced her features without being overbearing. Laura, who arrived in Venice on June 24, has recreated this 'babydoll' glam look on the future wife of Jeff Bezos multiple times - including for her 53rd birthday party, multiple award ceremonies, and Lauren's debut Met Gala appearance in 2024 - since then. Most recently, Laura did Lauren's makeup before she shot off into space with Katy Perry, broadcast journalist Gayle King, ex-NASA scientist Aisha Bowe, bioastronautics research scientist Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerriane Flynne on Bezos' space tourism rocket Blue Origin. And it's no surprise, since Lauren's go-to makeup look is the embodiment of Laura's specialty. According to her website, Laura - whose roster of high-profile clients includes Kim Kardashian and Emily Ratakajowski - is particularly skilled at creating customised looks that 'enhance your natural beauty'. After years of practice - and just in time for what is shaping up to be Laura's most important wedding yet - it seems likely she will give Lauren an elevated, luxe version of her signature 'babydoll' style - with a light nude lip and a hint of gloss, a black smokey eye, feathery lashes, and a hint of pale pink blush. It appears the Albuquerque native, soon to become Mrs Bezos, has assembled a bridal glam squad full of heavyweights - including A-list celebrity makeup artist Buster Knight. The London-based creative documented his flight out of the United Kingdom on Instagram ealier this morning before the leaked spreadsheet confirmed Buster's arrival in Italy around lunchtime. In the past, he has recreated Lauren's trademark makeup look for several high-profile appearances - including at the Cannes Film Festival in May and the Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda show in Sardinia last July. While breaking down her look for the design house's fall/winter show at Milan Fashion Week last January, Buster shared 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 to achieve Lauren's look. Buster - whose superstar clients include Kris Jenner, Simone Ashley, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas - previously also revealed the exact product list he uses to achieve Lauren's 'peaches and cream' complexion. According to The Telegraph, Lauren's go-to is Armani Beauty's Luminous Silk Foundation and Concealer that retail for £47 and £30 respectively. Sophie Rose, Lauren's hairstylist The woman behind Lauren's big, bouncy hair that falls in perfect waves - whether she's on ground or shuttling through space in a rocket - is Sophie Rose. As a long-standing member of Lauren's glam squad, it was no surprise to see the California native's name on the leaked spreadsheet of guests arriving in Venice ahead of what is expected to be one of the most lavish weddings in recent times. Lauren appears consistently on Sophie's Instagram portfolio, including in March when the celebrity hairdresser shared a picture of Lauren's 'bridal' look for the Vanity Fair's Oscars party that she attended with her beau Bezos. For the occasion, the ex-journalist picked a formfitting, strapless white gown, complete with a feathered hem and train, that screamed 'bride-to-be'. Her waist-length locks were, unsurprisingly, styled in glamorous waves - a style Sophie might reinvent for the wedding. Mindy L'amour, fashion stylist Perhaps the most surprising name on the spreadsheet is Mindy L'amour, a Californian stylist who dresses drag queens and specialises in bespoke corsets - a garment Lauren has a well-documented fondness for. In fact, they're a key part of her revamped look as the future Mrs Bezos in the years after she first met and fell in love with the Amazon tycoon. Lauren has styled corsets for a number of VIP events, including US President Trump's inauguration in January when she wore a plunging white lace design under her Alexander McQueen pantsuit. She later brushed away the criticism her risque outfit was 'inappropriate' for the event, as a source close to Lauren reportedly told Page Six: 'She does what she wants.' Considering Lauren also picked a plunging white corset for her star-studded bachelorette party in Paris, which was attended by Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, and Eva Longoria, it might be that Mindy has been recruited to style the garment for one of her bridal looks. The stylist shared a video of herself enjoying a water taxi ride upon arrival in Venice earlier today, but did not caption the short clip. Samuel Horowitz, Dolce & Gabbana executive One of the most exciting names on the list is Sam Horowitz, whose LinkedIn revealed he works as a full-time sales executive at Dolce & Gabbana. Could his presence be confirmation that Lauren has decided to wear D&G on her big day? Certainly this wouldn't be a huge surprise as the mother-of-three is known to be a fan of the Italian label - not least since they gave nepo baby modelling work to her 24-year-old son Nikko last year. It comes after Lauren and Jeff were spotted at D&G's iconic store in Milan for what appeared to be a dress-fitting in March. As they left the shop, the couple were followed by an employee carrying white garment bags that may have contained their wedding outfits. In 2022, Kourtney Kardashian donned a lace and satin corseted mini-dress by the designer to marry Travis Barker in Portofino. Elsewhere, Dolce last year spoke about curating Princess Diana's niece Lady Kitty Spencer's 2021 bridal gown; and the importance of incorporating a love for the regal feel of the Italian designer into an individual's frock. 'One of the inspirations is definitely her love for Italy. Kitty is in love with our beautiful country and its rich history, art and culture,' Domenico Dolce told Tatler.
Daily Mail
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Eva Longoria looks sensational in a glamorous sequinned gown as she departs Hôtel Martinez in Cannes ahead of the film festival
Eva Longoria made sure to turn heads in a glamorous sequinned gown as she strutted through the five-star Hôtel Martinez in Cannes on Monday ahead of the film festival. The actress looked nothing short of sensational in the fitted plunging number which showed off her amazing figure. She elevated her frame in a pair of towering coordinated heels and accessorised with a simple pair of drop earrings. Styling her long brunette tresses in a half up do in waves, the Desperate Housewives star wore a glamorous palette of L'Oréal makeup, complete with a swipe of bold red lipstick. Eva held onto her teams arms as she carefully made her way down the hotel staircase before sipping on a hot beverage. The Land of Women star flashed her gorgeous smile as she made her way through the hotel lobby while holding onto a pair of sunglasses. Earlier in the day, Eva took to Instagram and shared that she has worked with L'Oréal for 20 years as she posed with a number of gold balloons on her lavish bed. She also shared a glimpse into her glam squad creating her stunning look for the day as multiple stylist diffused her hair and worked on her makeup. Eva looked in good spirits as she relaxed in a dressing gown while also having her nails done for the occasion. This year's Cannes Film Festival is taking place in the wake of Trump´s vow to enact tariffs on international films. Cannes, where filmmakers, sales agents and journalists gather from around the world, is the Olympics of the big screen, with its own golden prize, the Palme d´Or, to give out at the end. Filmmakers come from nearly every corner of the globe to showcase their films while dealmakers work through the night to sell finished films or packaged productions to various territories. 'You release a film into that Colosseum-like situation,' says Brazilian director Kleber Mendonça Filho, who´s returning to Cannes with 'The Secret Agent, a thriller set during Brazil ´s dictatorship. 'You´ve got to really prepare for the whole experience because it´s quite intense - not very far from the feeling of approaching a roller coaster as you go up the steps at the Palais.' Trump sent shock waves through Hollywood and the international film community when he announced on May 4 that all movies "produced in Foreign Lands" will face 100% tariffs. Eva styled her long brunette tresses in a half up do in waves The White House has said no final decisions have been made. Options being explored include federal incentives for U.S.-based productions, rather than tariffs. But the announcement was a reminder of how international tensions can destabilize even the oldest cultural institutions. The Cannes Film Festival originally emerged in the World War II years, when the rise of fascism in Italy led to the founding of an alternative to the then-government controlled Venice Film Festival. In the time since, Cannes´ resolute commitment to cinema has made it a beacon to filmmakers. Countless directors have come to make their name. This year is no different, though some of the first-time filmmakers at Cannes are already particularly well-known. Kristen Stewart (The Chronology of Water), Scarlett Johansson (Eleanor the Great) and Harris Dickinson (Urchin) will all be unveiling their feature directorial debuts in Cannes´ Un Certain Regard sidebar section. Many Cannes veterans will be back, too, including Tom Cruise (Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning), Robert De Niro - who´s to receive an honorary Palme d´Or 49 years after Taxi Driver premiered in Cannes - and Quentin Tarantino, to pay tribute to low-budget Western director George Sherman. The much-anticipated eighth and final instalment of Mission Impossible is one of the earlier premieres on this year's Cannes calendar, with its glitzy red carpet taking place on Wednesday, May 14. Meanwhile Scarlett's directorial debut Eleanor The Great, will be unveiled on May 20. However, in the wake of his legal battle with former co-star Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni is not expected to attend. Over recent years the star-studded extravaganza has arguably won more attention for the outfits worn by its celebrity guests than the roster of feature films being screened on the Croisette. But new nudity rules, devised for 'the sake of decency,' will be implemented when French director Amélie Bonnin's Leave One Day opens the ceremony this week. According to organisers, the austere move is an attempt to the stifle the celebrity trend for 'naked dresses' - namely provocative outfits that reveal considerably more than they conceal - on the red carpet. 'For decency reasons, nudity is prohibited on the red carpet, as well as any other area of the festival,' states a Cannes festival document. 'The festival welcoming teams will be obligated to prohibit red carpet access to anyone not respecting these rules.' The surprise new policy features in a recent festival-goers charter - released with a series of outlines regarding expected public behaviour. Guests are expected to converge on the Grand Auditorium Louis Lumière for some of the highest profile film screenings across a packed seven day schedule in Cannes. It's understood that the iconic venue now adopts a more conservative dress code, with suits, dinner jackets and floor-length evening gowns generally favoured over headline grabbing ensembles. Classic little black dresses, cocktail dresses, pant-suits, dressy tops and elegant sandals, 'with or without a heel', will also be permitted. While the decision to implement a more stringent policy will be a first, it is not known if French TV broadcasters, wary of airing nudity, played a role in its enforcement. Major red carpet events, including the Cannes Film Festival, are aired in France by France Télévisions Recently attracting more models and influencers than actors and filmmakers, the annual ceremony has seen an increase in risque red carpet fashion statements. In 2021, American supermodel Bella Hadid bared her cleavage in a plunging black gown while attending a screening of Tre Piani (Three Floors). She pulled a similar stunt three years later, with guests at the 2024 gala left speechless after she attended the premiere of Donald Trump biopic The Apprentice completely braless beneath a sheer brown evening dress.
