In one of the most anticipated celebrity weddings of the year, American journalist Lauren Sánchez officially tied the knot with Amazon founder Jeff Bezos on Friday, June 27, in a lavish ceremony held in the romantic canals of Venice, Italy. While the guest list and picturesque setting grabbed headlines, it was Sánchez’s bridal ensemble that truly stole the spotlight. Decoding Lauren Sanchez’s Dolce & Gabbana vintage bridal look for her wedding.
For her big day, the 55-year-old bride turned to Italian luxury fashion house Dolce & Gabbana to create a custom gown that channeled old-world elegance and cinematic nostalgia. Ditching modern trends, Sánchez embraced a vintage aesthetic, drawing inspiration from Hollywood screen legend Sophia Loren’s iconic wedding look in the 1958 film Houseboat, where Loren’s character marries Cary Grant.
The resulting creation was a masterclass in timeless glamour. The white gown featured a boned corset bodice with a sweetheart neckline, overlaid with semi-sheer floral lace that extended into a high neck and full-length sleeves. According to Vogue, the gown was detailed with 180 chiffon-covered buttons running along the center — a regal touch that added both structure and sophistication.
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“I didn’t just want a wedding dress,” Sánchez told Vogue in an exclusive interview. “I wanted a piece of poetry.” That poetic vision was fully realised in the craftsmanship of the garment, which took more than 900 hours of handwork to complete.
Fitted closely to accentuate Sánchez’s hourglass figure, the dress flowed into a dramatic mermaid silhouette with a voluminous train. The hemline featured delicate scalloping, and the skirt was embroidered with hand-appliquéd floral motifs, giving the look a soft, ethereal charm. A matching veil, richly adorned with lace and tulle details, added a final flourish to the ensemble’s romantic drama.
In contrast to the opulence of the gown, Sánchez kept her accessories minimal, choosing only a pair of crystal earrings and her striking solitaire engagement ring. Her makeup was kept understated, complemented by a tousled updo that allowed the intricacy of the gown to shine.
With a dress steeped in cinematic heritage and crafted with exquisite detail, Lauren Sánchez delivered a bridal moment that was as iconic as the love story it marked.
