An innocuous-seeming paparazzi photograph may have inadvertently revealed details about Lauren Sanchez‘s fiercely-guarded bridal look, as the former journalist prepares to say ‘I do’ to Jeff Bezos this week.
A tour guide hired to welcome guests as they arrived in Venice for the $20 million wedding of the Amazon founder Bezos, 61, and Lauren, 55, was snapped holding a clipboard of names.
Prominent among Beatrice Bavato’s list – that included names, flight numbers, and hotel destinations – were members of Lauren’s ‘glam squad’.
This included the hair and make-up staff of Buster Knight as well as Laura Mele and Sophie Gutterman, both of whom styled Lauren before her recent space trip.
A look back at their work for Lauren – who has recruited the trio for everything from red carpet appearances to award ceremonies and fashion shows – reveals the Emmy-winner never strays too far from her signature look: a flawless complexion and smokey eye, with loose waves framing her face.
And it appears they’ll be recreating Lauren’s show-stopping glam for the wedding of the decade – set to be attended by tech moguls, Hollywood stars, and politicians.
A curveball addition to her team appears to be Mindy L’amour, a California-based fashion stylist who works with drag queens and specialises in corsets. Given Lauren has worn the form-fitting garment on several occasions, including her recent bachelorette party, Mindy may be on hand to style a custom corset for the not-so-blushing bride-to-be.
But the most intriguing of the ancillary guests is Samuel Horowitz, a sales executive at Dolce & Gabbana. Could the young Milan-based associate’s presence be confirmation that Lauren has opted to wear one of their creations for her wedding ceremony?
Lauren Sanchez was radiant in a bridal gown at Vanity Fair’s Oscars Party in March, when she attended the glitzy event with her billionaire beau, Jeff Bezos
Lauren’s trusted makeup artist Laura Ann Mele was among the first set of arrivals in Venice for what is touted to be the wedding of the decade
London-based makeup artist Buster Knight documented his flight out of the United Kingdom on Instagram ealier this morning before the leaked spreadsheet confirmed his arrival in Italy for the Bezos-Sanchez wedding
As the list also suggested the bride’s first-choice nail artist was a ‘no show’, here’s everything we know about Lauren’s wedding look – and the A-team she’s put together to bring it to life:
Laura Mele, Lauren’s trusted makeup artist
Laura Ann Mele has been part of Lauren’s glam squad since at least November 2023, when the former newscaster first appeared on the New York-based bridal makeup artist’s Instagram page.
At the time, Laura dolled her up for Glamour magazine’s Women of the Year awards, when Lauren opted for a soft, sultry look that enhanced her features without being overbearing.
Laura, who arrived in Venice on June 24, has recreated this ‘babydoll’ glam look on the future wife of Jeff Bezos multiple times – including for her 53rd birthday party, multiple award ceremonies, and Lauren’s debut Met Gala appearance in 2024 – since then.
Most recently, Laura did Lauren’s makeup before she shot off into space with Katy Perry, broadcast journalist Gayle King, ex-NASA scientist Aisha Bowe, bioastronautics research scientist Amanda Nguyen, and film producer Kerriane Flynne on Bezos’ space tourism rocket Blue Origin.
And it’s no surprise, since Lauren’s go-to makeup look is the embodiment of Laura’s specialty.
According to her website, Laura – whose roster of high-profile clients includes Kim Kardashian and Emily Ratakajowski – is particularly skilled at creating customised looks that ‘enhance your natural beauty’.
Laura recreated the ‘babydoll’ makeup look that Lauren is famous for during her debut appearance at the Met Gala in 2024
Also in Venice for the Venetian nuptials is Mindy L’amour, a Californian stylist who dresses drag queens and specialises in bespoke corsets – a garment Lauren has a well-documented fondness for
After years of practice – and just in time for what is shaping up to be Laura’s most important wedding yet – it seems likely she will give Lauren an elevated, luxe version of her signature ‘babydoll’ style – with a light nude lip and a hint of gloss, a black smokey eye, feathery lashes, and a hint of pale pink blush.
Buster Knight, makeup artist to the stars
It appears the Albuquerque native, soon to become Mrs Bezos, has assembled a bridal glam squad full of heavyweights – including A-list celebrity makeup artist Buster Knight.
The London-based creative documented his flight out of the United Kingdom on Instagram ealier this morning before the leaked spreadsheet confirmed Buster’s arrival in Italy around lunchtime.
In the past, he has recreated Lauren’s trademark makeup look forseveral high-profile appearances – including at the Cannes Film Festival in May and the Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda show in Sardinia last July.
While breaking down her look for the design house’s fall/winter show at Milan Fashion Week last January, Buster shared he used Hourglass Cosmetics’ lipstick in the shade ‘Dove 306’ as well as a Kylie Cosmetics mascara over fake lashes from UK-based brand Eyelure to achieve Lauren’s look.
Buster – whose superstar clients include Kris Jenner, Simone Ashley, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas – previously also revealed the exact product list he uses to achieve Lauren’s ‘peaches and cream’ complexion.
According to The Telegraph, Lauren’s go-to is Armani Beauty’s Luminous Silk Foundation and Concealer that retail for£47 and£30 respectively.
Buster was the makeup artist behind Lauren’s soft glam look at the Cannes Film Festival, as she opted for a flawless base, a faint feline flick with smokey eyes, and a nude lip alongwith a hint of peach blush
As a long-standing member of Lauren’s glam squad, it was no surprise to see Sophie Rose’s name on the leaked spreadsheet of guests arriving in Venice ahead of what is expected to be one of the most lavish weddings in recent times
Sophie Rose, Lauren’s hairstylist
The woman behind Lauren’s big, bouncy hair that falls in perfect waves – whether she’s on ground or shuttling through space in a rocket – is Sophie Rose.
As a long-standing member of Lauren’s glam squad, it was no surprise to see the California native’s name on the leaked spreadsheet of guests arriving in Venice ahead of what is expected to be one of the most lavish weddings in recent times.
Lauren appears consistently on Sophie’s Instagram portfolio, including in March when the celebrity hairdresser shared a picture of Lauren’s ‘bridal’ look for the Vanity Fair’s Oscars party that she attended with her beau Bezos.
For the occasion, the ex-journalist picked aformfitting, strapless white gown, complete with a feathered hem and train, that screamed ‘bride-to-be’.
Her waist-length locks were, unsurprisingly, styled in glamorous waves – a style Sophie might reinvent for the wedding.
Mindy L’amour, fashion stylist
Perhaps the most surprising name on the spreadsheet is Mindy L’amour, a Californian stylist who dresses drag queens and specialises in bespoke corsets – a garment Lauren has a well-documented fondness for.
Lauren appears consistently on hairstylist Sophie’s Instagram portfolio, including in March when she shared a picture of Lauren’s ‘bridal’ look for the Vanity Fair’s Oscars party that she attended with her beau Bezos.
Sophie and Lauren also teamed up to style Lauren for her recent space trip alongside an all-female crew on board the now-famous Blue Origin flight
Buster’s superstar clients include Kris Jenner, Simone Ashley, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas
In fact, they’re a key part of her revamped look as the future Mrs Bezos in the years after she first met and fell in love with the Amazon tycoon.
Lauren has styled corsets for a number of VIP events, including US President Trump’s inauguration in January when she wore a plunging white lace design under her Alexander McQueen pantsuit.
She later brushed away the criticism her risque outfit was ‘inappropriate’ for the event, as a source close to Lauren reportedly told Page Six: ‘She does what she wants.’
Considering Lauren also picked a plunging white corset for her star-studded bachelorette party in Paris, which was attended by Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner, and Eva Longoria, it might be that Mindy has been recruited to style the garment for one of her bridal looks.
The stylist shared a video of herself enjoying a water taxi ride upon arrival in Venice earlier today, but did not caption the short clip.
Samuel Horowitz, Dolce & Gabbana executive
One of the most exciting names on the list is Sam Horowitz, whose LinkedIn revealed he works as a full-time sales executive at Dolce & Gabbana.
Could his presence be confirmation that Lauren has decided to wear D&G on her big day?
Amazon founder Jeff looks lovingly at his now-fiancee during an event in Los Angeles in 2021
Certainly this wouldn’t be a huge surprise as the mother-of-three is known to be a fan of the Italian label – not least since they gave nepo baby modelling work to her 24-year-old son Nikko last year.
It comes after Lauren and Jeff were spotted at D&G’s iconic store in Milan for what appeared to be a dress-fitting in March.
As they left the shop, the couple were followed by an employee carrying white garment bags that may have contained their wedding outfits.
In 2022, Kourtney Kardashian donned a lace and satin corseted mini-dress by the designer to marry Travis Barker in Portofino.
Elsewhere, Dolce last year spoke about curating Princess Diana’s niece Lady Kitty Spencer’s 2021 bridal gown; and the importance of incorporating a love for the regal feel of the Italian designer into an individual’s frock.
‘One of the inspirations is definitely her love for Italy. Kitty is in love with our beautiful country and its rich history, art and culture,’ Domenico Dolce told Tatler.
