Jeff Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sánchez are doing away with one major wedding tradition.
As the couple gear up to exchange vows in Venice, Italy, they’ve given their guests specific instructions for the extravagant affair, according to a copy of their wedding invitation obtained by E! News.
“We are excited for you to join us,” the invitation read. “We have one early request: please, no gifts.”
In lieu of accepting presents, the pair—who got engaged in 2023 after making their relationship public in 2019—said they would be contributing to local causes in their loved ones’ honor to thank them “for making the journey” to the destination wedding.
“Donations on your behalf are being made to the UNESCO Venice Office to safeguard this city's irreplaceable cultural heritage,” the invite continued, “to CORILA to restore the vital lagoon habitats that protect Venice's future, and to Venice International University to support research and education for sustainable solutions.”
The goal of their request, they wrote, was to ensure the city “will continue to inspire wonder for generations to come.”
In the days leading up to their nuptials, Jeff, 61, and Lauren, 55, have certainly been enjoying all that Europe has to offer. They hosted a foam party on the Amazon founder’s $500 million yacht off the coast of Croatia June 22, which doubled as a 19th birthday celebration for the bride-to-be’s son Evan.
And last month, Lauren—who shares Evan and daughter Ella, 17, with ex Patrick Whitesell, as well as Nikko Gonzalez, 24, with ex Tony Gonzalez—celebrated her impending walk down the aisle with a bachelorette party attended by Kim Kardashian, Katy Perry, Kris Jenner and Eva Longoria.
“Forever starts with friendship,” she wrote on Instagram alongside photos of the festivities, “surrounded by the women who’ve lifted me up, illuminated my path in dark times, and shaped my heart along the way.”
For more on Jeff and Lauren’s wedding weekend, keep reading.
Here Comes the Groom
Jeff Bezos stepped out in a sharp black suit for his June 27 wedding with Lauren Sánchez.
And the Bride Wore White
Lauren was living la vita dolce in a cream-colored dress.
Keeping Up With the Kardashians
Kim Kardashian donned a figure-hugging gown for the wedding ceremony.
Korsets
Kendall Jenner and Kylie Jenner both opted for dressed with snatched waists.
Thumbs Up
Amid news of his breakup with Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom suited up for the occasion.
Going Koko
Khloe Kardashian sported a plunging pink gown, which she acessorized with a feathery coat.
In Euphoria
Sydney Sweeney boarded a water taxi to the wedding ceremony.
Think Pink
Brooks Nader also wore pink to the event.
MVPs
Usher and Tom Brady suited up for the special occasion.
Momager at Play
Kris Jenner was joined by her longtime love Corey Gamble at the nuptials.
Black Tie (and Cap)
Leonardo DiCaprio paired his black tux and bowtie with an all-black Los Angeles Dodgers hat for the proceedings.
Trump Card
Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner also made it out to Venice for the star-studded wedding.
Baby Bump on Board
Pregnant Karlie Kloss, who is expecting her thir baby with husband Joshua Kushner, needed a little hand getting into a water taxi with her baby bump.
Iconic Duo
Oprah Winfrey and Gayle King stepped out in red and pink dresses, sharing a taxi boat to the ceremony.
Making Waves
Ellie Goulding waved to a friend while attending the wedding ceremony.
Ciao, Italia!
Jeff and Lauren—who got engaged in 2023 after going public with their romance in 2019—arrived in Venice, Italy, ahead of their wedding.
Here Comes the Bride
The bride-to-be wore a jaw-dropping corset dress to her wedding welcome party.
Meeting Up With California Gurls in Italy
Orlando met with the Kardashians and Scooter Braun for a bite to eat ahead of the nuptials.
BFFs On Board!
Oprah and Gayle boarded a taxi boat as they left the Gritti Palace Hotel in Venice for a pre-wedding party.
The Love Boat
The happy couple shared a sweet kiss as they left their hotel.
Mystery Guest
Leonardo tried to go incognito the day before the wedding in a dark suit and black L.A. Dodgers baseball cap as he joined the other guests for an evening out.
Touch Down in Venice
Tom Brady sported a Nobull sweatsuit as he transferred from plane to boat at the Venice Marco Polo airport in Venice.
Vittoria in Venice
Italian model Vittoria Ceretti looked stunning as she joined her boyfriend Leonardo DiCaprio on a taxi boat.
Summer Style
Kendall and Kylie were spotted hopping on a boat ahead of the big day.
Yes to the Dress?
Fashion designer Domenico Dolce was spotted mingling with other wedding guests.
Oh, Say Can You See This Couple on the Dock?
After all, Ivanka and Jared arrived at the Marco Polo airport in Venice before being sailed off to the St. Regis hotel.
Famous Faces
The A-list guests enjoyed a light lunch after arriving in Venice for the big event.
Flying Solo
Orlando hopped into a boat along with other wedding guests for an evening out in Venice.
Glowing in the Italian Sun
Lauren was all smiles as she walked into the hotel, as Jeff trailed behind.
Khloe Takes Venice
Khloe made a stylish arrival in Venice, rocking a leopard print bodycon strapless dress along with big sunglasses.