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Economic Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez Wedding: Where will main ceremony take place? See date, venue, guests, and wedding dress and gifts
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez have begun their wedding celebrations in Venice, Italy. The three-day event, running from June 24 to 26, has drawn attention for its scale, privacy and celebrity guest list. The couple has taken steps to support local businesses while keeping the ceremony and Sánchez have reserved the island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice. The island is closed off to the public during the wedding period. The couple will hold the main ceremony aboard Koru, a yacht valued at $500 million. This vessel includes a mermaid figurehead said to resemble Sánchez. Bezos and Sánchez began appearing together in 2019. At that time, Sánchez ended her marriage to agent Patrick Whitesell. Bezos had recently completed his divorce from MacKenzie Scott. In 2023, Bezos proposed with a 30-carat pink diamond ring. The ring is estimated to be worth up to $5 Mayor Luigi Brugnaro confirmed the wedding and said only 200 guests are invited. He noted that the city is working with the event organisers to prevent disruption. Officials are making sure the event respects the city's cultural and historical sites. The mayor denied false reports about wedding plans elsewhere. Also Read: Never Before Ever: US President lashes out at Israel for violating ceasefire with Iran. See how did Trump criticize Netanyahu The couple is sourcing about 80 percent of their wedding materials locally. Rosa Salva, Venice's oldest pastry shop, is preparing goody bags. Design studio Laguna B, known for Murano glass, is also contributing. These actions help involve local vendors in the event and reduce outside Koru will host the main ceremony, other potential venues were considered. These include the Scuola Grande della Misericordia and the church on San Giorgio Maggiore. The exact sequence of events has not been made public. The couple has also arranged accommodation for guests in several luxury hotels. Guests include Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner, Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner. Sánchez's close friends Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner are also expected. Other names reported include Leonardo DiCaprio, Jay-Z, Beyoncé and Queen Rania of Jordan. Rumoured guests include Oprah, Mick Jagger and Salma couple is staying at Aman Venice, the same hotel where George and Amal Clooney were married. Other guest accommodations include the Gritti Palace, Belmond Hotel Cipriani, Hotel Danieli, and the St. Regis Venice. Also Read: Axiom Mission 4: Who are crew members? See Ax-4 launch timing, location, how to watch launch livestream, mission duration, goals and return plan Anna Wintour is reported to have designed Sánchez's dress. The couple was also seen at a Dolce & Gabbana boutique in Milan earlier this year. These visits created speculation about the final look of the wedding dress. Bezos and Sánchez have asked guests to donate to charity instead of bringing gifts. As a return gift, each guest will receive a bag that includes Murano glass and pastries. This gesture aligns with their effort to make the celebration meaningful and less Sánchez and Bezos have children from previous relationships. They will be part of the wedding events. Sánchez has three children, and Bezos has four. Where is Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez's wedding taking place? The wedding is taking place in Venice, Italy, mainly on San Giorgio Maggiore island and aboard Bezos' superyacht, Koru. Are gifts allowed at the wedding? Guests have been asked to donate to charity instead of giving gifts. They will receive goody bags featuring Murano glass and pastries from Rosa Salva.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Jeff Bezos And Lauren Sanchez's Luxurious Gift For Their A-List Wedding Guests Revealed
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding guests are set to receive an expensive gift made by a local artisan. Besides the gift, guests will also reportedly be treated to luxurious treats from a local bakery during the wedding. Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez definitely plan to go all out for their big day, as a new report claims the couple has rented an entire island to celebrate their wedding. Ahead of Bezos and Sanchez's wedding, a source revealed to the Daily Mail one of the luxurious gifts the couple plans to give their guests. According to the insider, each attendee will receive handcrafted glassware made by the local artisan brand Laguna B. The glass pieces come in a variety of motifs and designs, featuring bright colors, stripes, and floral patterns. One large-sized cup from the collection retails for $167, although it is unclear how much the soon-to-be couple paid to have the gift item made for their guests. Alongside this glassware, guests will also receive other 'opulent' gifts for attending. What these gifts are remains unclear as the couple continues to keep details about their weddings under wraps. However, the outlet did suggest that Sanchez, being a fan of fun designer purses, may include such items as part of the souvenirs for guests. A source also shared that Bezos and Sanchez rented out the prestigious island of San Giorgio Maggiore from June 24 to June 29, reportedly the date of their wedding festivities. The island is home to a 16th-century Benedictine church of the same name, built in Renaissance style, which may be where the couple exchanges their vows. Off the coast of the island, Bezos's $500 million superyacht Koru will be moored. The vessel, which is 127m long, is also expected to play a part in the festivities. According to the insider, the soon-to-be couple has already secured a private tender service to carry guests to and fro from the vessel during the celebration. They have also reserved 60 of Venice's water taxis and 400 gondolas, which will most likely serve as part of the other logistics arrangements. As for accommodations, the couple's guests have reportedly reserved most of the top hotels in the city. This includes The Aman Venice, where rooms cost over $2,700 per night, and Hotel Cipriani, which, though slightly less expensive, still comes in at a steep $2,000 per night. An earlier report from The Sun also revealed that Sanchez and Bezos booked the Grand Canal Suite at the five-star Aman Venice at a whopping $11,600 per night. '[It is] the biggest they have, and it's the talk of the hotel,' a source told the outlet at the time. "The room is spectacular and even has access to a rooftop terrace overlooking the city. Other expected guests, including reality stars such as the Kardashians, were said to have booked suites in the hotel due to its exclusivity. "The wedding is set to be a huge affair, and the Kardashians are also said to be staying at the hotel, along with other high-profile guests,' the source added. "It's a spectacular palazzo that's the most exclusive hotel in Venice.' As Bezos and Sanchez's upcoming nuptials draw near, it has also been revealed that the duo has hired Grammy Award-winning singers Lady Gaga and Elton John to serenade them on their special day. "Lauren wanted some big talent to sing for them, and it just doesn't get any bigger than Gaga and Elton," a source told the Daily Mail. They continued, "It also helps that Gaga and Elton are good friends and were happy to do it together, which is cool. It will be like a mini vacation for the besties." Prior to dating Sanchez, Bezos was married to MacKenzie Scott from 1993 until 2019. The two had no prenuptial agreement in place, which led to Bezos parting with over $38 billion worth of Amazon shares. According to sources, the tech mogul will now have Sanchez sign an ironclad prenup to avoid a similar situation in case their marriage fails. "Jeff Bezos doesn't just want a prenup, he wants a prenup that will survive any legal challenge," longtime California lawyer Alphonse Provinziano recently informed RadarOnline. Provinziano also shared that Bezos would need to be fully transparent about his assets to prevent them from being used as a loophole to get the prenup thrown out in court. "For someone as rich as Bezos, that means preparing documentation of the complex accounting arrangements and business deals he's involved in so that she couldn't later claim that he hid certain assets from her,' the attorney added.
Mint
3 days ago
- Business
- Mint
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez request unique wedding gifts from their star guests; check what
As Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez gear up for their three-day wedding celebration in Venice, Italy, latest reports suggest that the billionaire and his to-be wife have been discreetly ensuring that the city receives its dues. From their choice of vendors to wedding gift requests and secret donations to local charities, every detail of the $500 million celebration aboard Bezos' luxury yacht, Koru, has been carefully curated to reflect their philanthropic values. According to a Page Six report, citing a source, the couple had discreetly donated to local charities back in April as part of their wedding planning. Even their wedding guests, a star-studded list of nearly 200 A-listers, including Oprah Winfrey, Leonardo DiCaprio, Bill Gates, and Ivanka Trump, have been requested to make donations in their name as wedding gifts. Page Six reported that the guests were notified in May that, in lieu of wedding gifts, the couple was making contributions in honour of attendees so that 'Venice will continue to inspire wonder for generations to come'. Another report from the news agency Associated Press said that the couple is sourcing nearly 80 per cent of their wedding goods from Venetian vendors, including Rosa Salva, the city's oldest pastry maker, and Murano glass blower Laguna B. Several reports also suggested that the wedding guests will receive a keepsake from Laguna B, which is known for its colourful cups, called goti de fornasa. Despite the couple's efforts to give back to the City of Waters, their nuptials have drawn backlash from local Venetians who are protesting the impact of overtourism. The protest group 'No Space for Bezos' has taken credit for hanging banners on Venice landmarks such as the Rialto Bridge and the San Giorgio Maggiore basilica. However, Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro has welcomed the wedding, saying it will have a 'million-dollar' economic impact on local businesses.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Venice wedding, here's the designer gift that 'VIP guests may receive'
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and former journalist Lauren Sanchez , engaged for two years, are reportedly set to wed next week in Venice, Italy, with a star-studded guest list. An insider revealed to the Daily Mail that VIP attendees will receive lavish gifts, including hand-blown glassware from local Venetian glassmaker Laguna B. San Giorgio Maggiore island likely to be off limits for visitors According to the publication, Bezos' $500 million superyacht, Koru, will be anchored off San Giorgio Maggiore island, home to the historic 16th-century Basilica of San Giorgio Maggiore. The insider noted that the island will be closed to visitors from June 24 to June 29, with Venice's mayor speculating the wedding may take place on the yacht. A private tender service will reportedly ferry guests between the island and the yacht. The report further said that Bezos has reserved the Scuola Grande della Misericordia, one of Venice's grandest historic buildings, from June 26 to June 28, though its connection to the wedding remains unclear. The guest list, expected to be under 200, may include celebrities like Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom, and members of the Trump family. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tickets for Blackpink's Singapore shows in November will cost between S$168 and S$428 CNA Read More Undo Jeff Bezos-Lauren Sachez wedding gift for guests The Italian source told the Daily Mail that each guest will receive custom glassware from Laguna B, a company founded by Marie Brandolini, who was inspired by traditional Murano glassmaking. Her son took over after her passing in 2013, per Vogue. The vibrant, handcrafted glassware, featuring stripes and floral designs, retails for $167 per large cup. The insider further added that guests will receive additional 'opulent' gifts, though specifics remain undisclosed. Sanchez is known for her love of designer bags, such as the $5,750 Balenciaga 9AM Coffee Cup Clutch Bag and a $7,000 crystal-adorned Judith Leiber UFO-inspired bag gifted by the Kardashian family after her Blue Origin space trip. The report said that Rosa Salva Venetia, a local bakery, will provide pastries like tiramisu, cream-filled pastries, and fritelli for the multi-day celebration, though it will not supply the wedding cake. According to a 2023 Vogue interview, Bezos has left the wedding planning to Sanchez, ensuring an extravagant affair. AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
New York Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Times
A Designer Places Furniture in Her Bedroom as Pieces of Art
The more rooms the interior designer Alyssa Kapito imagines, the choosier she is about the contents inside. Her edited interiors tend to leave space around furniture and accessories that allow pieces to be admired individually rather than burying them in too much decorative fluff. 'I think I've isolated what my passions are,' said Ms. Kapito, 38. 'I love collecting. I love auctions. And I love furniture as art.' That interest culminated in Galerie Alyssa Kapito, an arm of her studio she launched in 2023 to sell vintage furniture and limited-edition products she designs such as glass vases for the Venetian company Laguna~B. Ms. Kapito also recently spent a year-and-a-half creating a new home for her family on Manhattan's Upper East Side by gut renovating a 1920s apartment that was in estate condition. The resulting space is a serene retreat that celebrates her artful finds, even with three young children running about. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
