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Daily Mail
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Bank-breaking cost of Lauren Sanchez's SECOND diamond ring debuted during lavish wedding
is famous for her pricey designer dresses and lavish jewelry, including her reported $2.5 million pink diamond engagement ring. Now, Sánchez, 55, is showing off her own brand new bauble, courtesy of jeweler to the stars, Lorraine Schwartz, as she weds Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, 61, in custom Dolce & Gabbana. Her original ring is about 20 carats and she showed it off after he popped the question aboard his $500 million superyacht. The platinum band is studded with diamonds with an enormous rock on top, but her new oval-cut option just might be even more impressive. During the award winning journalist's wedding week in Venice, Italy, Sánchez first showed off the ring when she stepped out in a Schiaparelli gown that she paired with the stunning Schwartz sparkler. Schwartz has also designed for celebrities including Beyonce, Kim Kardashian and Isha Ambani, who had a star-studded wedding of her own in 2018. Irina Aran, the founder of Facets Fine Jewelry, believes the ring is about 30-carats and could be worth between $1.5 million and $3 million. 'It's a standout for its size and brilliance,' Aran, based in New York, told However, that estimate might be on the low end, according to Jason Arasheben, known as 'Jason of Beverly Hills' to his celebrity clientele. Jason believes the ring is closer to 30 to 40 carats, which would mean it costs closer to $4 or $5 million. Of course, the multi-million dollar ring wasn't the biggest expense of the weekend, which is said to cost $20 million. The couple also splashed out on her custom Dolce & Gabbana gown, as well as the other designer outfits she wore throughout the weekend from Schiaparelli, Dior and more. Her Schiaparelli look came from the 2025 couture collection and wasn't bespoke, but did come with a hefty price tag of $100,000. Plus, the Amazon boss reportedly gifted his new bride a diamond necklace worth $3 to $5 million for their wedding weekend, according to Page Six. She also donned a sweet bracelet with her new initials, LB, paying tribute to her hubby. They didn't just splash out on diamonds and clothing - the loved up couple also had to pay a pretty penny for tight security to keep their celebrity guests (including the Kardashians, Leonardo DiCaprio, Katy Perry, and Ivanka Trump) safe from protesters and paparazzi. The lavish three-day event included a party held within the 15th-century Madonna dell'Orto church in Venice's quaint Cannaregio. Venice City Hall issued a directive on Wednesday cordoning off the area, isolating guests from activists who had been protesting for weeks that the celebrations will turn the city of gondolas and palazzi into a private amusement park for the rich. In preparation, security guards blocked off entrances to the star-studded event.
Irish Times
a day ago
- General
- Irish Times
Brianna Parkins: Maybe people who won't think for themselves will start to bother AI and not us
As anyone who has ever worked in a shop frequented by the general public will tell you, people hate using their brains. They will avoid using mental energy if they can help it in any way possible. For example, during my time as a shop assistant I was asked on more than one occasion where the socks were while standing in front of a wall of socks. Under a big sign hanging from the ceiling, which said 'Socks'. Instead of the only socially acceptable response of laughing and going, 'What am I like, they would have bitten me ... etc,' one woman sighed impatiently and said, 'But where are the size 5-7s?!' As if I was the one slow on the uptake, when she was standing in front of a sign that read 'Sizes 5-7' in 72-point font. These people were not vision impaired. They did not need to harangue a teenage girl stressed with the Sisyphean task of trying to pair up a mound of identical black leather lace-up shoes during the Back-to-School sale. If they had taken five minutes to give even the most cursory glance around, I wouldn't have minded. At least they would have attempted to figure it out on their own. But no, they'd march straight up to the nearest worker, even if they were 10 customers deep, to demand where to find something. No danger of using up any brain cells there. When I sold jewellery, more than one man asked me if they should buy their future spouse's engagement ring in gold or silver. As if I, the strange woman they had just met for the first time, would know more about the preferences of the woman they shared a bed with every night. The woman they were hoping to spend the rest of their life with. 'How am I supposed to know that?' one shrugged as if this type of esoteric knowledge was lost forever when the Library of Alexandria burned. READ MORE Instead, because it was the early days of social media, I had to scour her grainy Facebook photos taken on a 1-megapixel camera to see if her chunky heart locket was a silver or a gold looking blur. If only there was a simpler way. Like checking her jewellery box or using his eyes before he left the house to buy the most important piece of metal he would ever give to someone. I remember wrapping up the white-gold ring and wondering if I should have slipped in a note, warning her against saying 'yes' to his proposal. I imagined her future: a lifetime of him bellowing that he could not find something in the cupboard and her having to stop what she was doing, pad into the kitchen and hiss, 'Here!' while grabbing the item that was right in front of his face. Please don't misunderstand me. I am not anti-help. I like helping people. I'll always stop and bother to give a tourist decent directions. I've gladly lifted the front of many a pushchair to help a mum carry it down busy train station stairs. I will never begrudge help where it is needed. It is those who refuse to use even the smallest bit of brain power to help themselves that annoy me. In the many Facebook groups I belong to, this is on full display. The wanton wasting of other people's time and attention by asking questions that should have been a private Google search . For example, in a group for Irish people moving to Australia it would be fine to ask, 'Which suburbs are great to live in with small children?' and, 'Can I call the police to remove a spider from the kitchen ... what if very big?' Those are things you can only really know from experience. The village should be stepping up to help out with their collective knowledge. I would love to tell you when it's Irish week at Aldi here in Sydney, and cans of Club Orange are in the middle aisle. [ Moving to Ireland helped me understand my mother, her peculiarities and weird secrecy Opens in new window ] It is the anonymous members firing, 'Do I need a visa to work in Australia?' into the group that really annoys me. There are entire websites funded by taxpayers to tell you this information. Just look it up. Use some critical thinking , I beg you. 'Does anyone know why they won't accept my Irish prescription at the pharmacy?' Yes, I do. You've answered your own question with the word 'Irish'. Perhaps the only good thing about artificial intelligence is that all the annoying people who refuse to think for themselves will start to bother it and not us with their questions. Maybe that's how we stop it from taking our jobs and becoming our robot overlords. It will get tired of spitting out personal training plans and simple emails for head wrecks that they could have just as easily looked up themselves, and simply choose to self-destruct.
Vogue
2 days ago
- Business
- Vogue
The Story Behind Lauren Sánchez's Multimillion-Dollar Engagement Ring
A side view of Lauren Sánchez's engagement ring. As for the setting of the diamond ring, the sizable gemstone is held up on a thin, cathedral-style pavé band. The stone is also secured on each side by four prongs. The diamond pavé band is likely set in platinum to support the weight of the stones and wraps around the bride-to-be's finger. To offer an extra hint of glimmer, the ring is accented with two pavé hidden halos that help support the large stone alongside the thin band. How Much Did Lauren Sánchez's Engagement Ring Cost? While the exact cost of the diamond is unknown, jewelry expert Briony Raymond estimated that the price of Lauren Sánchez's engagement ring could range between $3 million and $5 million. 'The diamond appears to be extremely white; based on a clarity commensurate with such a high color grade, I would estimate the cost for such an extraordinary ring to be anywhere from $3 million to upwards of $5 million depending on the exact specifications of the diamond,' the jeweler previously told People. The exact rarity and GIA grading of the 30-carat pink diamond would determine the fluctuation in the price tag. How Did Jeff Bezos Propose to Lauren Sánchez? The couple got engaged in May 2023 while traveling on Bezos's three-masted superyacht, Koru. The Amazon founder hid the ring under Sánchez's pillow after the two shared a dinner under the stars. Sánchez told Vogue that she found the ring when heading to bed after she had removed her makeup for the night. 'When he opened the box, I think I blacked out a bit,' she said. In the interview, Sánchez revealed that she also plans to change her name after the wedding. 'I am looking forward to being Mrs. Bezos,' she shared. Reflecting on taking on his name, Sánchez said, "I think there are a lot of opportunities that come with that, and I take those opportunities very seriously. We always look at each other and go, 'We're the team.' So everything's shared.' As for the upcoming wedding plans, the couple has already kicked off festivities with a return to Bezos's yacht Koru for a foam party in Croatia. The ensuing wedding celebrations will occur in the Italian city throughout the weekend of June 27. In lieu of gifts, the couple's invitation reveals that the couple has requested their guests contribute a donation to the UNESCO Venice Office, CORILA to preserve Venice's lagoons, and the Venice International University to support sustainable research. Their celebrations will also be catered to predominately by local vendors from Venice, according to AP.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Wife Expects Expensive 10th Anniversary Gift. Why the Husband Is 'Uncomfortable' with Her Request
A man is turning to the internet for advice after his wife asked for an anniversary gift that was more expensive than her engagement ring In a post shared to Reddit's "Am I Overreacting" forum, a social media user said he was shocked when his wife requested a $14,000 gift for their 10-year wedding anniversary "The idea that anniversary gifts should continually escalate in price from the engagement ring seems unsustainable and adds a lot of pressure," he wroteA man is turning to the internet for advice after his wife asked for an anniversary gift that was more expensive than her engagement ring. In a post shared to Reddit's "Am I Overreacting" forum in May, a man opened up about his shocked reaction to his wife's request for a 10-year wedding anniversary gift that had a price tag of over $14,000. "For our upcoming 10th anniversary, she has told me she expects a gift with a budget of around $14,000, possibly more," the Redditor writes of his wife, a stay-at-home mom. "She brought up the fact that I spent $14,000 on her engagement ring 10 years ago and believes that for our 10th anniversary, the gift should be more significant/expensive than that." Sharing some details about the couple's living expenses, the man revealed that he has a salary of $180,000 per year and pays for two of their three children to attend a private school for $2,000 per month. He also wrote that he buys lots of quality products for their family of five, including organic groceries, "the best" kids' clothes, furniture, decor, as well as their cars, vacations and their home, which is "fully paid off." "I genuinely don't think my family has ever felt like they lack anything financially," he wrote. But according to the Redditor, his wife has always had a "strong preference" for very high-end, designer brand items, including purses, shoes and jewelry. "Since the beginning of our marriage, gift-giving for my wife has been challenging," he said. "... I always feel that if I don't get her something with a prominent brand name, she doesn't genuinely like it, regardless of the thought or quality." "This difference – her love for high-end brands and me being the opposite ... has been a significant point of contention and we've had fights about it over the years. She also tends to buy me expensive, brand-name gifts that I don't particularly want or need," he added. "... While I want to make our 10th anniversary special and get her a wonderful gift, her expectation for a $14k+ gift makes me uncomfortable for several reasons." The social media user then goes on to cite several issues he has with spending nearly $15,000 on one gift — including fears that they might need a large lump sum of cash in the future for more important expenses, as well as concerns that his wife values name brands over romantic sentiments. "The idea that anniversary gifts should continually escalate in price from the engagement ring seems unsustainable and adds a lot of pressure," he added. "I suggested a still very generous budget (in my mind, a few thousand dollars) that would allow for a beautiful luxury gift or an amazing experience, but the $14k+ figure tied to being 'more than the engagement ring' is where she's focused." Turning his question over to the Reddit community, he wrote that he feels his wife's request is "unreasonable." "[Is] this a normal expectation for a 10-year anniversary, especially given the engagement ring cost and our (outwardly comfortable) financial situation?" he questioned, asking for the community — and particularly other women — to share their opinions. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. The social media community quickly took the Redditor's side, and many commenters wrote that he needed to have a serious conversation with his wife about what is and isn't a reasonable gift, considering his budget. "[Does] she love you, or the lifestyle you provide for her?" one reply read. "I would try individual counseling to figure out if I felt used, because that is the type of transactional gift escalation can build resentment over time." "[It] sounds like you are doing a great job managing your finances to provide for your family. But this deserves a difficult, sit-down conversation with your wife about a budget, target expenditure, and realistic differences in what an 'acceptable' gift price is," the comment continued. Others agreed, arguing that the man's wife was placing too much value on material objects. "You are not overreacting. Your wife is not appreciating all the good things you are doing for your family. A gift based on an exorbitant item is ridiculous If she valued her home & family & especially her marriage to you, she would not even say this," another reply stated. "... Your wife needs to grow up. Just because something has a high brand name does not make it better — just more expensive." Read the original article on People
Daily Mail
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Molly-Mae Hague wears dazzling diamond jewellery on a low key shopping trip in Cheshire - but there's ONE £600k ring still missing despite reconciliation with Tommy Fury
Molly-Mae Hague was spotted still without her £600k engagement ring as she headed out on a low key shopping trip in Cheshire on Friday. The influencer, 26, who recently reconciled with former fiancé Tommy Fury, also 26, has not been seen with the sparkler since their split last summer, with neither confirming if the engagement is now back on. Molly-Mae looked effortlessly stylish on the outing in a black co-ord from her own Maebe collection which she wore with tinted shades and £700 Hermes sandals. The beauty, who got engaged in Ibiza in July 2023, accessorised with diamond bracelets, a £60K Philipe Lady Nautilus watch and numerous rings, but her wedding finger was noticeably bare. Molly-Mae appeared in great spirits as she shopped in home wear store before stopping to pose for selfies with fans in the carpark. Following their engagement ROX Managing Director and Co-founder Kyron Keogh estimated Tommy spent a whopping £600,000 on the oval-cut diamond band. He told MailOnline: 'Molly-Mae's engagement ring features an exquisite oval-shaped diamond that looks like 6 carats, and it if it's high colour and clarity, it could be worth an estimated £600k. 'Oval diamonds offer a fresh take on the classic diamond solitaire, making them a unique choice for those who want to break away from tradition and stand out. 'This cut has become increasingly sought after with celebrities like Kourtney Kardashian and Hailey Bieber choosing this style.' Molly and Tommy shocked their fans last summer when they announced that they had split, with Tommy later revealing it was down to his drinking. With a source telling The Sun that they are in the 'honeymoon period again' and their slow reconciliation has seen them enjoy several family trips with daughter Bambi, two. But the publication has also reported that a feud is brewing between the two families over the couple's decision to give their relationship another go. In the latest episodes of Molly-Mae's Amazon Prime documentary Behind It All, Molly-Mae's siter Zoe expressed her doubts over Tommy openly. And this in turn has reportedly angered Tommy's family including his brother Tyson and his wife Paris. Molly and Tommy shocked their fans last summer when they announced that they had split, with Tommy later revealing it was down to his drinking A source told the publication: 'The Fury family aren't impressed that Zoe has been so outspoken about Tommy. 'They're a fiercely loyal bunch and seeing Zoe's comments broadcast to millions of people via Amazon absolutely got their hackles up. 'To them Tommy is a stand up guy, a good, hard working father. His drinking issues shouldn't be used as a stick to beat him.' The insider added that Paris is confused as to why Zoe would try to hinder the family getting back together. Tyson, Tommy and Molly-Mae Hague have been contacted by MailOnline for comment. Zoe said of Tommy on the documentary: 'I do worry for her and my relationship with her if they did get back together. 'I think she potentially needs to look into the future and think about what's best for her and Bambi. She's got a long, rocky road ahead, unfortunately.' It comes after Molly-Mae and Tommy looked every inch the happy family as they enjoyed a very lavish 'surprise trip' to the Cotswolds. After months of rumours that the couple had rekindled their romance following their split in August, the pair finally went Instagram official last month with a loved-up family snap. And Tommy has clearly been making the effort since their shock split as he whisked his family off to a 'surprise trip' to the Cotswolds. Sharing an array of snaps to her Instagram Stories, Molly shared some sweet moments from the mini break as she took a dip in the pool with Bambi. Elsewhere she shared a snippet of her very lavish accommodation which featured huge L-shaped couches and large emperor beds. And Bambi appeared to settle in straight away as she was pushing her toy pram around the luxury property. Alongside a mirror selfie, Molly penned: 'Back from St Tropez and straight to the Cotswolds for a surprise staycation. 'This look is giving mum who's had approx 3 seconds to get ready'. Molly and Tommy fell for each other in front of the nation during series five of Love Island, going on to welcome Bambi and then get engaged in 2023. But fans were shocked when Molly announced on Instagram last August that she and Tommy had split up after five years, with many suspecting he had been unfaithful. In a statement posted to her 8.5million Instagram followers, she confirmed the breakup, saying: 'I never imagined our story would end, especially not this way.' Tommy denied continued speculation about him cheating during a magazine interview, insisting any reports about him being with other women were 'complete and utter b*****ks.' The boxer, who's the half-brother of heavyweight champion Tyson, said the reason he and Molly ended their romance was down to his excessive drinking.
