From vows to v-necks: Bezos and Sánchez celebrate wedding with star-studded pajama afterparty

From Aisle to Afterparty: Inside the Star-Studded Bezos-Sánchez Wedding and Its Unforgettable Celebrity Pajama Gala

Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos brought a new meaning to luxury wedding weekends, transforming Venice into a dazzling playground for celebrities and close friends. The billionaire Amazon founder and the Emmy-winning journalist celebrated their union not only with a lavish black-tie ceremony but also with a unique post-wedding pajama-themed party that captivated social media and the fashion world alike.

A Venetian Affair: Ceremony and Romance

The festivities began on the island of San Giorgio Maggiore on June 27, with approximately 200 guests assembled for the ceremony. Among them were 70 close family members and a guest list that read like a who’s-who of global celebrity, including Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, Kylie Jenner, Tom Brady, Karlie Kloss, Ivanka Trump, Tommy Hilfiger, and Queen Rania of Jordan. The bride, now Lauren Sánchez Bezos, walked down the aisle in a stunning custom Dolce & Gabbana gown reminiscent of Sophia Loren’s iconic dress in the 1958 film Houseboat—a choice inspired by Sánchez’s desire to evoke “a moment,” as she revealed in her interview with Vogue.

The ceremony also featured musical flair, with Matteo Bocelli, son of the legendary Andrea Bocelli, performing a moving rendition of Elvis Presley’s "Can’t Help Falling in Love," adding to the event’s romantic allure.

For a glimpse of the radiant couple on their wedding day, Lauren Sánchez shared a joyful photo on Instagram, beaming beside Jeff Bezos amid a lush garden filled with well-wishers. The simple caption “06/27/2025 ♥️” instantly became a trending wedding post and drew warm congratulations from across the globe.

Glitz and Glamour: The Celebrity Pajama-Theme Afterparty

If the ceremony spoke of timeless elegance, the afterparty redefined “laid-back luxury.” On June 28, guests swapped their evening wear for plush robes, silk pajama sets, and high-style loungewear, all while arriving by water taxis in classic Venetian style. Some, like Usher, embraced the theme with a fashion-forward twist—a blue tuxedo paired with a robe-style jacket—while Leonardo DiCaprio wowed in a burgundy pajama set under a chic black jacket. Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King gave glamorous spins to the motif, the former in a bronze ensemble with feathered cuffs, the latter combining a patterned robe with a sleek tank dress.

Fashion wasn’t the only thoughtful detail: party favors included blue velvet Venetian slippers for men by Vibi Venezia and plush black open-toe slippers for women—sourced straight from Amazon. As Lauren delightedly told Vogue, “So you have a little of both!”

A Wedding Fit for the Digital Era

The buzz around the wedding’s fashion choices and celebrity sightings quickly spilled onto social media. Images circulated of Kim Kardashian’s daring afterparty ensemble—corseted with sheer stockings—contrasted by the Jenner matriarch’s sophisticated flair. The star-studded guest arrivals, via iconic water taxis gliding up Venice’s moonlit canals, quickly became a topic of conversation on Instagram and beyond, setting new trends for glamour and creativity in wedding celebrations.

Fans can revisit some moments and updates from attendees’ Instagram posts, including Lauren Sánchez’s official photo post and stories from other A-list guests. For a curated look at who attended and the evening’s glitzy highlights, coverage at People magazine captures both fashion and festivities in detail. Those seeking a closer look at the exclusive guest list, including the high-wattage Kardashian-Jenner family and sports legends like Tom Brady, may want to explore ABC News’ breakdown of the event.

The Welcome and the Farewell

The long weekend of celebration also featured a lively welcome party in a historic cloister next to Venice’s Madonna dell’Orto church, serving fresh Neapolitan pizza and citrusy pastries. Every element of the experience, from the traditional to the whimsical, demonstrated the couple’s commitment not only to each other but to a uniquely personal and unforgettable celebration.

As Lauren Sánchez Bezos reflected in her Vogue interview, “I’m happy that I’m getting married and I get to spend my life with my best friend—someone who sees me, someone who adores me, someone who I adore. I am the luckiest woman on the planet.”

For in-depth coverage of the festivities, explore more at People’s roundup of the celebration, and view additional images and details about the pajama afterparty at People. For exclusive spotlight features and instant social reactions, follow the #BezosSanchezWedding hashtag on Instagram.

This Venetian celebration set a new benchmark for celebrity nuptials: timeless at the altar, bold and playful at the afterparty—truly, a wedding to remember.