Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and former TV anchor Lauren Sanchez have kicked off their wedding celebrations in Venice. The couple, together for six years, is set to get married on Friday, June 27, in a grand ceremony on the scenic island of San Giorgio Maggiore.
Wedding Invite Sparks Online Criticism
Despite the glamour expected of a billionaire wedding, their invitation has drawn criticism online. A photo of the card, shared by ABC News, showed a collage of butterflies, birds, feathers, and shooting stars in pink and blue against a plain white background. Many on social media found the design odd and unappealing.
Users on X (formerly Twitter) described it as “atrocious” and “ugly.” One person even joked that it looked like it was made using Microsoft Paint, while another commented, “Money can’t buy taste or class.”
No Gifts, Just Donations
The invitation included a clear message to guests: “Please, no gifts.” Instead, the couple said donations were being made on behalf of their guests to causes in Venice. These include:
- UNESCO Venice Office – to protect the city’s cultural heritage
- CORILA – for restoring Venice’s lagoon habitats
- Other initiatives focused on preserving Venice
The card explained that Venice held special memories for the couple, and they hoped these contributions would help protect the city for future generations.
Mixed Reactions Despite Good Intentions
While the message about charity was appreciated by some, the card’s appearance overshadowed it for many. Critics continued to mock its design, calling it childish and saying it lacked the elegance expected from such a high-profile event.
A Lavish Wedding in the Works
Despite the invitation backlash, excitement around the wedding remains strong. The three-day celebration is said to feature Bezos’s luxury yacht Koru, which is already docked in Venice. Though exact details remain private, Italian officials confirmed the ceremony will take place in late June.
With guests arriving and festivities underway, the wedding promises to be one of the most talked-about celebrity events of the year—both for its scale and its surprising invitation.Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and former TV anchor Lauren Sanchez have kicked off their wedding celebrations in Venice. The couple, together for six years, is set to get married on Friday, June 27, in a grand ceremony on the scenic island of San Giorgio Maggiore.
Wedding Invite Sparks Online Criticism
Despite the glamour expected of a billionaire wedding, their invitation has drawn criticism online. A photo of the card, shared by ABC News, showed a collage of butterflies, birds, feathers, and shooting stars in pink and blue against a plain white background. Many on social media found the design odd and unappealing.
Users on X (formerly Twitter) described it as “atrocious” and “ugly.” One person even joked that it looked like it was made using Microsoft Paint, while another commented, “Money can’t buy taste or class.”
No Gifts, Just Donations
The invitation included a clear message to guests: “Please, no gifts.” Instead, the couple said donations were being made on behalf of their guests to causes in Venice. These include:
- UNESCO Venice Office – to protect the city’s cultural heritage
- CORILA – for restoring Venice’s lagoon habitats
- Other initiatives focused on preserving Venice
The card explained that Venice held special memories for the couple, and they hoped these contributions would help protect the city for future generations.
Mixed Reactions Despite Good Intentions
While the message about charity was appreciated by some, the card’s appearance overshadowed it for many. Critics continued to mock its design, calling it childish and saying it lacked the elegance expected from such a high-profile event.
A Lavish Wedding in the Works
Despite the invitation backlash, excitement around the wedding remains strong. The three-day celebration is said to feature Bezos’s luxury yacht Koru, which is already docked in Venice. Though exact details remain private, Italian officials confirmed the ceremony will take place in late June.
With guests arriving and festivities underway, the wedding promises to be one of the most talked-about celebrity events of the year—both for its scale and its surprising invitation.
