<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Millions around the world are following the details of the three-day wedding of American billionaire Jeff Bezos and media personality Lauren Sanchez in Venice, Italy. The cost of the celebrations is estimated to be between $20 million and $600 million, according to multiple sources, most notably the British newspaper, the Daily Mail.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Controversial look at the first pre-wedding party</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> In her first official appearance before the wedding, Lauren Sanchez stole the spotlight with her unconventional look, wearing a striking gown that some described as resembling a piece of art or a luxurious piece of furniture. She also opted for a shiny gold corset that resembled a bodice, making her presence a media sensation.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> A $100,000 Schiaparelli gown</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The dress, from Schiaparelli's 2025 Haute Couture collection and not custom-made, cost $100,000. It featured delicate floral embroidery on the skirt and collar and was designed to accentuate Sanchez's slim waist, a style many considered unusual for her.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> A wedding with 200 celebrities</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The official wedding is scheduled to take place on Friday, with Bezos and Sanchez exchanging vows in front of 200 of the world's most prominent guests, in an exceptional atmosphere that combines luxury and extravagance in one of Italy's most famous cities.</p>