Dua Lipa Shares Her Wedding Memories with the World
Dua Lipa, the 30-year-old pop sensation, has shared a collection of breathtaking wedding photos on her Instagram account. The images capture the joy and love of her recent marriage to Callum Turner, a 36-year-old actor. The couple exchanged vows in an intimate ceremony held at London’s Old Marylebone Town Hall on Sunday, followed by a three-day celebration in Sicily.
The legal ceremony was a short 30-minute event, attended by a small group of family and close friends. However, the couple’s big celebration is set to take place in Palermo, the capital of Sicily, from Thursday to Saturday. This will be a grand affair, with around 300 guests expected to attend.
A Stunning Bridal Look
In one of the photos, Dua can be seen sitting on her new husband’s lap as they share a passionate kiss. She also showcased her elegant bridal look, which included a custom Schiaparelli skirt suit and a wide-brimmed white hat designed by milliner Stephen Jones. She accessorized with a Bulgari necklace and white Louboutin heels, while clutching a yellow and white bouquet.
The couple was seen holding hands as they were showered with confetti by their loved ones. Despite the small gathering, Dua’s post received numerous congratulatory messages from her celebrity friends. Gigi Hadid, the sister of Dua’s ex-boyfriend Anwar Hadid, wrote: “Gorgeosityyyy!!! Congratulations.”
A Grand Celebration in Sicily
The couple’s nuptials have been hailed as the ‘showbiz wedding of the year’ by insiders. They are being compared to Al Pacino’s character Michael Corleone marrying Apollonia Vitelli in the classic film The Godfather. No expense has been spared for the big day, with the couple said to have booked an entire floor of suites at the luxurious Villa Igiea hotel overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
The ceremony itself will take place at the 17th-century Villa Valguarnera, located in Bagheria, an idyllic town ten miles away from Palermo. This villa is considered one of the most sumptuous in the area. The stunning 18th Century Palazzo Gangi, a privately owned property, will serve as the center of the party on Saturday. Its spectacular Galleria degli Specchi (Hall of Mirrors) will provide the perfect setting for the celebrations.
A Star-Studded Event
The three-day shindig will begin on Thursday with private jet slots booked up at Palermo’s airport and a fleet of blacked out limos to ferry guests to various villas and hotels. Among the notable attendees are Sir Elton John, Mark Ronson, and Charli XCX, along with fashion icons Donatella Versace and Simon Porte Jacquemus. This is set to be one of the most anticipated events of the year, showcasing the couple’s love and commitment in style.
