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The Real Inspiration Behind Lauren Sanchez's Wedding Gown
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Amid the extreme fanfare—and corresponding outrage—surrounding her Italian nuptials to Jeff Bezos, Sanchez has finally revealed her much-anticipated wedding dress. She selected her friends the Italian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana of Dolce & Gabbana to craft the gown. And instead of pushing boundaries with a modern silhouette, Sanchez wanted timeless glamour. So, she turned to the past. More specifically, the bride reverted back to the '50s for her inspiration. The dress is based on the one Sophia Loren wore to marry Cary Grant in the 1958 film Houseboat. The bodice is quite similar: A white, boned corset with a sweetheart neckline blanketed in lace that extends to a high neck and long sleeves. 180 chiffon-covered buttons trace a line up the middle. The skirt, however, swaps a full '50s silhouette for that of a fluted mermaid. A sweeping tulle-and-lace veil tops it off. The whole thing took over 900 hours to make. It's a departure from the revealing silhouettes Sanchez often favors (she famously exposed a lace bra beneath a plunging white Alexander McQueen blazer to Donald Trump's presidential inauguration) but no less body conscious. She wore a similar silhouette to the amfAR gala in Cannes last month: a white Roberto Cavalli strapless mermaid gown trimmed in ostrich feathers. So far on the bridal circuit, Sanchez has attempted to skew more capital-F fashion. She's worn a one-shoulder vintage 2003 Alexander McQueen dress and Schiaparelli couture, lavishly embroidered with an extremely exaggerated, corseted waist. This morning, she sported a classic white Dior skirt suit with an Hermès silk scarf tied on her head in an homage to Audrey Hepburn. She is rumored to be changing into a sweetheart neck, corseted gown inspired by the 1946 Rita Hayworth film Gilda. Other publications have noted that Sanchez seems to be chasing the fashion crowd with choices like her couture gown from Schiaparelli, a brand that the industry has dubbed elite in its creativity. References have also become a popular red-carpet hack, as editors and watchers alike uncover sartorial easter eggs left by celebrities and their stylists. Sanchez wanted to evoke a moment rather than opting for something simple. But the key to an interesting historical reference is that modern interpretation. For Sanchez, it seems the past curries more favor than the present. When in Venice, it's of course appealing to channel golden-age film stars—La Dolce Vita, and all. Their ensembles exaggerate the wearer's femininity in a manner that parallels Sanchez's style of dress (minus a bit of fabric—it is 2025, after all.) But then, there's a reason the 1950s have become shorthand for regressive gender roles. The gowns in Houseboat and Gilda are beautiful, but both films feature female characters who are criticized for their promiscuity and failed domesticity. In an era where so many things feel like they've moving backwards, it's hard not to read something deeper into this kind of '50s cosplay coming from the newly-minted wife of a billionaire. Or perhaps she's just a huge fan of director Melville Shavelson? You Might Also Like 4 Investment-Worthy Skincare Finds From Sephora The 17 Best Retinol Creams Worth Adding to Your Skin Care Routine
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Mediterranean Sea poised to break all-time heat records
ROME – The Mediterranean Sea is on track to potentially surpass its all-time highest recorded temperature, with large portions of the basin estimated to be between 5- and 10-degrees Fahrenheit above average, with even locally greater anomalies. According to satellite data, sea surface temperatures throughout the region have been consistently breaking records through the month of June. Most readings are registering in the mid to upper 70s Fahrenheit, and with the hottest months of the season still to come, there appears to be little in store to immediately reverse the warming trend. The warmest average sea surface temperature for the Mediterranean was set just last year, when the basin reached a stunning 84 degrees Fahrenheit in August 2024, surpassing the previous record set in 2023, according to Europe's Copernicus Marine Service. Alaska's Largest Wildfires Of Year Rage After 31,000 Lightning Strikes Over 3-Day Period Extended marine heatwaves are known to damage coral reef ecosystems, and while the Mediterranean Sea does not have extensive reefs compared to the tropics, biologists say it is home to unique coral formations and other marine habitats. In addition to ecological risks, the warming sea surface is influencing weather patterns across Southern Europe and Northern Africa. Weather observation sites have recorded elevated dew points in recent days, with some areas reaching the mid-70s Fahrenheit - levels of humidity typically seen in more tropical climates such as the United States' Gulf Coast. This level of added moisture can dramatically increase the heat index and make it harder for the human body to cool down through evaporation. Studies estimate that just over 20% of households across Europe have access to air conditioning, which can make any heat wave oppressive. Elevated sea surface temperatures in the Mediterranean are not just an isolated phenomenon - it is part of a larger global trend, with record warmth observed in most ocean basins over the past few years. Many climatologists attribute the long-term warming to climate change, while others point to more regional oscillation patterns as contributing factors. 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Guide: Here's What To Know About The Tropics This Year At face value, a persistently warm subtropical zone, such as the current Mediterranean setup and nearby waterways, can suppress tropical cyclone formation in the Main Development Region (MDR) of the Atlantic by decreasing atmospheric instability. At the same time, it can also lead to tropical activity in more unusual northern latitudes, outside the classic storm formation zones. Forecasters will be watching closely to see whether the current anomalies in the Mediterranean Sea migrate more southwestward, which could align with more traditional water temperature patterns. A similar setup occurred in 2003, when a boiling Mediterranean was paired with a more lukewarm tropical Atlantic early in the season, but sea temperatures eventually transitioned weeks later, warming the MDR and leading to several long-track Cape Verde hurricanes. Whether the 2025 hurricane season follows a similar pattern remains to be seen, but the impacts of the latest Mediterranean heat wave will be monitored for impacts locally and around the article source: Mediterranean Sea poised to break all-time heat records
Daily Mail
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EXCLUSIVE Plastic surgeons spot telling signs of every nip and tuck as A-listers descend on Bezos-Sanchez wedding
They're calling it 'the wedding of the century,' and the celebrities certainly didn't fail to stun the crowds. More than 200 guests descended upon Venice for the nuptials of the world's third richest man, Jeff Bezos, and former journalist Lauren Sanchez.
Daily Mail
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Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' A-list guests run for cover as pre-wedding party is hit by huge freak thunderstorm
Lauren Sanchez and Jeff Bezos' A-list guests like Kim Kardashian and Kylie Jenner were forced to take cover on Thursday as the couple's pre-wedding party was hit by a huge freak thunderstorm. The lavish event held at the Madonna dell Orto cloisters marked the start of the billionaire couple's lavish three-day wedding in Venice, Italy, which will come to a close on Saturday. However, Thursday night's star-studded soiree was brought to an early end due to the intense downpour. Guests dived for cover under the vaulted cloisters as lightening bolts flashed across the sky and thunder rumbled overhead at the end of what was a torridly humid day with temperatures nudging 96.8° Fahrenheit. Torrential downpours and a strong wind left guests soaked as they then dashed for water taxis which had been scrambled a good 45 minutes ahead of the midnight finish time. The strong gusts of winds whipped table cloths away and sent waiters scurrying for umbrellas to protect the VIP attendees. Thursday night's star-studded soiree was brought to an early end due to the intense downpour; Sanchez and Bezos pictured leaving the party Torrential downpours and a strong wind left guests like Kim and Khloe Kardashian (pictured) soaked as they then dashed for water taxis which had been scrambled a good 45 minutes ahead of the midnight finish time One onlooker said: 'It just goes to show you can have all the money in the world but you cant control the weather - although an Italian saying says a wet bride is a happy and lucky bride.' Kim, 44, and her younger sister Khloe, 40, struggled to stay dry in their couture gowns as their security team guided them to their designated water taxi. Kylie, who is the younger half-sister of Kim and Khloe, reacted to the weather by sharing a photo of her rain-soaked water taxi to her Instagram Story. Bride-to-be Lauren was surrounded by tuxedo-clad gentleman carrying blue umbrellas over her as she carefully stepped on to her awaiting boat. The TV personality, 55, had on a striking off-the-shoulder dress with a dramatic gold corset cinching in her already tiny waist. Bezos, 61 — who popped the question in 2023 with a $3 million engagement ring — was seen following closely behind Lauren with an umbrella over his head. In footage obtained by Lauren appeared to be in high spirits despite the rain ending their soiree early. Once inside the water taxi, she was seen sharing a laugh with Bezos as the downpour intensified. Singer Ellie Goulding was also spotted standing out in the rain as she and a fellow guest waited patiently for their boat. Bezos and Sanchez are set to tie the knot on Friday, June 27 in Venice, Italy after a two-year engagement. The Amazon billionaire and his bride-to-be are said to have invited 200 people to their three-day Italian wedding. Along with Kim Kardashian, Ellie Goulding, Khloe Kardashian and Ivanka Trump, the star-studded guest list includes Leonardo DiCaprio, Mick Jagger, Oprah Winfrey, Orlando Bloom and Tom Brady. Earlier this week, a copy of the couple's invite was leaked with one very specific request made on behalf of the couple. They've asked guests not to buy them any presents and told them they'll be making donations to multiple charities working to stop Venice from sinking on attendees' behalf instead. Bezos is thought to be spending roughly $15 to $20 million on his and Sanchez's Italian nuptials. On Thursday, a source closely connected to the organization of the week's events revealed to exclusively that Bezos and Sanchez are already legally married. The lavish event held at the Madonna dell Orto cloisters marked the start of the billionaire couple's lavish three-day wedding in Venice, Italy, which will come to a close on Saturday 'They have been married for at least a month, more than a month. The marriage is fully legal and took place in America under American law,' the insider revealed. They added: 'When they were planning the wedding, they were clear about the fact that they were already secretly married. 'There is no application for a wedding license from the couple because it was not required. 'Whatever happens at the wedding on Friday, it will not be a wedding. Under Italian law, it will not be a wedding celebration, any vows said or rings exchanged will have no legal meaning.' The source also claimed that Jeff had personally confirmed that he and Lauren are already legally married, and that they had also signed a pre-nuptial agreement to protect his $244 billion fortune. Greenpeace and the UK-based collective Everyone Hates Elon have joined protests in Venice attempting to disrupt, or even prevent, the planned wedding celebrations of Amazon founder Bezos this week. ' Jeff Bezos is the second-richest man in the world yet is reported to pay a 1.1 percent true tax rate,' the two groups said in a joint statement. 'The multi-million-dollar wedding is reportedly happening over three days, with the wedding ring alone worth as much as $5million.' Guests dived for cover under the vaulted cloisters as lightening bolts flashed across the sky and thunder rumbled overhead A spokesperson from Everyone Hates Elon said: 'As governments talk about hard choices and struggle to fund public services, Jeff Bezos can afford to shut down half a city for days on end just to get married.' 'If you can rent Venice for your wedding, you can pay more tax,' one gigantic banner read in St. Mark's Square. Venice mayor Luigi Brugnaro and regional governor Luca Zaia have spoken out in favor of the nuptials, which have been dubbed, 'the wedding of the century,' pointing out that the celebrations are expected to bring $23-34million to local businesses. 'This is a city that handles 150,000 people a day,' Zaia told Italian daily Corriere della Sera. 'George Clooney, François-Henri Pinault and Salma Hayek, Alexandre Arnault, Elton John and many others got married here.' Bezos has also pledged to make sizable charity donations, including $1.16million to Corila - an academic consortium dedicated to studying Venice's lagoon ecosystem - according to Corriere della Sera and Italy's ANSA news agency. Earlier this month, anti-Bezos banners were hung in Venice from St. Mark's Tower with 'Bezos' in blue capital letters and a red X over it as part of a 'No Space for Bezos' campaign, a play on Bezos' Blue Origin spaceflight venture. More outrage was sparked Thursday as Bezos and Sanchez's wedding guests descended upon the Madonna dell Orto for the rain-soaked pre-party. The chaos caused by the star-studded event reportedly forced canals to shut down and tourists to cancel reservations in Venice. Her tweed Oscar de la Rente dress looked dangerously close to bridal white in the dim lighting The dress' skirt was a darker shade of pink that gradually lightened up the bodice until it was nearly white According to one business owner who runs a kayak renting service in the area, the bridges were 'closed off' to make way for Lauren, Jeff, and their guests, leaving customers unable to reach them. 'We had a party of clients booked for Thursday night. But they were unable to get through to us because the bridges were all closed off,' they shared. 'Despite them having booking, the police wouldn't let them pass. It was party of five Americans, and they had booked an hour and a half for $100 each and so we had to cancel. 'The party involved was on a tight schedule and couldn't rebook so we will have to refund them and so we have lost money.' In addition to the bridges, the Venice local claimed that the canals were also shut gown and that police on jet skis turned them around when they tried to get through. They added that there was 'no real notification from the council that the canal would be closed.' 'I don't begrudge [Jeff and Lauren] for getting married, but this has cost us money and of all the places in Venice they had to choose the one by us,' they added. Photos also showed police presence all over the Italian city, including officers on jet skis in the canals, as water taxis went back and forth taking Lauren and Jeff's guests from their hotels to the event. The newly-minted bachelor, 47, was spotted leaving the Madonna dell Orto cloisters with a mystery woman after guests were forced to end early following a freak thunderstorm in Venice The newly-minted bachelor, 47, was spotted leaving the Madonna dell Orto cloisters with a mystery woman after guests were forced to end early following a freak thunderstorm in Venice Once inside the boat, Bloom was caught wrapping his arm around the brunette For the soiree, which was also attended by Kim Kardashian, Bloom rocked a chic beige suit and white button-up The star looked to be in high spirits despite the recent news of his and Perry's split Lauren was seen being sheltered as she exited the venue amid the rainy and stormy weather She appeared to be in good weather despite the weather woes as she exited the venue Bezos is thought to be spending roughly $15 to $20 million on his and Sanchez's Italian nuptials The chaos caused by Thursday's starry pre-wedding party reportedly forced canals to shut down and tourists to cancel reservations in Venice Around 20 activists were seen protesting hours before the pre-wedding party in St Mark's Square, the iconic heart of Venice. Protesters held signs that read, 'We are the 99 percent we have the power,' 'the planet burns,' while someone even waved an extinction rebellion flag. Sanchez and Bezos arrived in Venice for their wedding on Wednesday. Read More Awkward! Kim Kardashian poses for photo taken by sister Khloe... but there is a hilarious catch They were photographed outside the luxurious five-star Aman Hotel — where some suites cost nearly $14,000 a night — after being dropped off by a water taxi along with 50 of their 200-something guests. They hosted a drinks reception with a playlist of romantic music, blasting More Than A Woman by the Bee Gees. They then continued to play tunes like Nina Simone's I'm Feeling Good, Lovely Day by Bill Withers and Brown Eyed Girl by Van Morrison. Earlier that day, in the private garden of the hotel, which is surrounded by a 10ft brick wall, staff could be heard working to erect marquees, ready for a weekend of celebrations. They also put a VIP jetty up outside the Aman Hotel for guests to use when they arrived. Days before their Venice arrival, Sanchez and Bezos kicked off their wedding-week by throwing a rowdy foam party on board his $500million superyacht Koru on Sunday. Kim and sister Khloe Kardashian seen en route to the wedding party Their mother Kris Jenner, 69, was also invited Kendall and Kylie Jenner followed closely behind their mom and famous sisters as guests made their way to the boats, which were headed to the party venue Ivanka Trump, daughter of US President Donald Trump, waved at photographers while aboard a water taxi with husband Jared Kushner Billionaire Oprah Winfrey carefully boarded a water taxi with BFF Gayle King R&B superstar Usher was also on hand for the invite-only festivities in Venice Eligible bachelors Tom Brady and Orlando Bloom looked ready to party in white button-up shirts Kim Kardashian has also recently sparked surgery speculation as she continues to flashy her very tiny waistline As she arrived to Venice on Thursday, the TV personality showcased her sculpted midriff in a Balenciaga outfit Her slim waist was further put on display as she later also stopped by the star-studded bash in a snakeskin Versace dress that clung to her curves and had small cutouts on the front She once again gave a glimpse at her smaller frame as she attended a party later on Thursday while sporting a purple and white-colored ensemble with small cutouts on the sides Winfrey - who has lost nearly 50 pounds with the aid of one of the newly popular weight-loss drugs - was seen arriving to Venice on Thursday wearing a white sweatshirt and matching sweatpants Pictures obtained by of the lavish celebration show the loved-up couple covered in little more than soap suds as they relished in the summer sunshine. Bezos proposed to Sanchez on the same superyacht more than two years ago in 2023. While it's unclear when exactly they started dating, Lauren and Jeff's romance was first exposed by the National Enquirer in January 2019, while they were both married to their now-exes. Read More Bezos' best men! Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Brady and newly-single Orlando Bloom lead chic male guests Soon after it was revealed, the billionaire businessman divorced his wife of more than 25 years and the mother of his four children, Mackenzie Scott, while Lauren left her husband, Patrick. At the time, the bombshell report from the Enquirer claimed that Lauren and Jeff had been involved in an eight-month affair, which involved him 'whisking his mistress off to exotic destinations on his $65 million private jet, sending her raunchy messages and erotic selfies, and having secret rendezvous at palatial private estates.' The outlet said that it had tracked them 'across five states and 40,000 miles, tailing them in private jets, swanky limos, helicopter rides, romantic hikes, five-star hotel hideaways, intimate dinner dates and 'quality time' in hidden love nests.' Following the Enquirer's accusations, Jeff fired back by writing a lengthy essay to the publication's CEO, David Pecker, in which the mogul accused the company of blackmailing him. 'Rather than capitulate to extortion and blackmail, I've decided to publish exactly what they sent me, despite the personal cost and embarrassment they threaten,' he wrote. While Jeff and Lauren are set to say 'I do' in front of guests on Friday, a source revealed to this week that the couple are already married; seen in 2021 The A-list couple got engaged more than two years ago in 2023 '[After] intimate texts messages from me were published in the National Enquirer, I engaged investigators to learn how those texts were obtained, and to determine the motives for the many unusual actions taken by the Enquirer. 'We were then approached with an offer. They said they had more of my text messages and photos that they would publish if we didn't stop our investigation.' He shared alleged emails sent to him by Enquirer staffers, in which they described the racy images they had 'obtained during their newsgathering' in detail. Read More Slim Leonardo DiCaprio, 50, brings Vittoria Ceretti, 27, to Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding 'If in my position I can't stand up to this kind of extortion, how many people can?' Jeff continued. 'Of course I don't want personal photos published, but I also won't participate in their well-known practice of blackmail, political favors, political attacks, and corruption. I prefer to stand up, roll this log over, and see what crawls out.' As for how Jeff and Lauren met, it was said that it was Lauren's husband Patrick who was the first to introduce the two at an Amazon studios party for the movie Manchester By the Sea in 2016. Her production team was then hired to film footage for Jeff's rocket company, Blue Origin, in 2018. 'Patrick and Lauren have socialized with Jeff Bezos and his wife for a few years, because both [former] couples have houses in Seattle,' a source told Page Six after their affair was brought to light. As for how Jeff and Lauren met, it was said that it was Lauren's husband Patrick introduced the two at an Amazon studios party for the movie Manchester By The Sea in 2016 (seen) 'Then Lauren was hired to work on one of Jeff's projects, Blue Origin, a space-launch company. She has been shooting aerial shots for Jeff.' Despite the start of their romance being shrouded in accusations of blackmail and extortion, cheating allegations, and an explosive affair, the couple did not let it defer them. In fact, after splitting from their respective partners, Jeff and Lauren didn't wait long to start flaunting their love all over the globe. They were seen for the first time together publicly in May 2019, when photographers caught them enjoying a romantic date night in New York City, and they made their first official appearance as a couple at Wimbledon that July. Since then, the couple has not tried to hide their romance, and for the last five years, they have continuously jetted off on a slew of lavish getaways together, shared tons of adorable, PDA-filled photos together on social media, gushed over one another nonstop in interviews, and attended a slew of star-studded events side by side.
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Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Venice wedding in pictures
The sky itself is no limit for billionaire Jeff Bezos and fiancée Lauren Sánchez, who have travelled into space — and expectations were about as high ahead of their wedding in Venice. One of the world's most enchanting cities as a backdrop? Check. Star-studded guest list and tabloid buzz? Of course. Local flavour? You bet. And then, time to tie the knot. The couple held their wedding ceremony on Friday night, local time, and the now Mrs Sánchez Bezos posted to Instagram a photo of herself beaming in a white gown as she stood alongside a tuxedo-clad Mr Bezos, the world's fourth-richest man. Before the nuptials, Ms Sanchez, 55, wearing short-sleeved, cream, fitted skirt suit, with shades and a head scarf to protect her from the blistering summer sun, boarded a motor boat for the small island of San Giorgio where the couple would exchange rings. About two hours later, Mr Bezos, 61, wearing a black tuxedo and bow tie over a white shirt, made the same short trip across the lagoon, accompanied by singing from Matteo Bocelli, son of Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli. Businesses have welcomed the glitz and glamour but it is opposed by a local protest movement whose members resent what they see as Venice being gift-wrapped for ultra-rich outsiders. Mr Bezos is No 4 on Forbes' global billionaires list. The anti-Bezos front is planning a march on Saturday, and its activities have already led authorities to step up security and move the location of the closing party to a more secluded part of Venice, the Arsenale former shipyard. But politicians, hoteliers and some other Venice residents are happy about the wedding, saying such events do more to support the local economy than the multitudes of day-trippers who normally overrun the city. Bill Gates, Leonardo DiCaprio, Orlando Bloom, Tom Brady, the queen of Jordan, Oprah Winfrey, Kris Jenner and Kim and Khloe Kardashian as well as Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, and Domenico Dolce from Dolce & Gabbana, are among the 200-250 guests. Amid tight security, there have been glimpses of the celebrities moving around town, the women in summer dresses and high heels stepping somewhat gingerly off boats ferrying them around the city's canals. Celebrations began on Thursday evening in the cloisters of Madonna dell'Orto, a medieval church in the central district of Cannaregio that hosts masterpieces by 16th-century painter Tintoretto. "This magical place has gifted us unforgettable memories," the bride and groom said on their wedding invitation, in which they asked for "no gifts" and pledged charity donations for three Venetian institutions. Their donations are worth 3 million euros ($5.8 million). AP/Reuters
