Pop music royalty Dua Lipa has officially brought her signature high-fashion edge to the altar. She launched her multi-day Italian wedding festivities with husband Callum Turner in breathtaking style.
Following an intimate London courthouse registry ceremony earlier in the week, the couple flew to Palermo, Sicily, for a lavish, star-studded weekend celebration. For the welcome dinner at the historic Palazzo Croce dei Vespri, Lipa traded traditional lace for an unforgettable, custom leather and feather masterpiece by Bottega Veneta.
Keep reading to go inside the look that redefined the modern bridal dress.
The Bride Wore Leather & Feathers
Designed specifically for the occasion by Bottega Veneta, Lipa’s ivory welcome gown brilliantly merged the fashion house’s historic craftsmanship with a modern, party-girl sensibility. In particular, the body-hugging halter neck silhouette featured a daringly low, open back. This detail balanced dramatic flair with effortless Mediterranean allure.
The bodice of the dress showcased Bottega Veneta’s legendary intrecciato basketweave technique, meticulously constructed from strips of ultra-soft white leather. Moving downward, the structured texture transitioned flawlessly into a fluid, floor-sweeping mermaid skirt made entirely of wispy white ostrich feathers.
Carrying the texture through her accessories, she completed the look with a matching custom Bottega Veneta clutch trimmed in identical ostrich plumes.
Half a Million Dollars in Bulgari High Jewelry
GettyTo turn edgy into high-luxury glamour, the global pop star loaded up on jaw-dropping archival and contemporary pieces from Bulgari.
On her left wrist, Lipa wore a dazzling Tubogas Manchette watch worth over $200,000. Inspired by a vintage 1974 design, the yellow-gold cuff boasts 12 carats of diamonds alongside vibrant citrines, rubellites, and amethysts.
Her right wrist was adorned with a rose gold Serpenti Pallini watch, a high-jewelry marvel valued at nearly $500,000. The watch features pear-cut emerald eyes and a pavé diamond head totaling more than 24 carats.
She tied the jewelry together with a classic Serpenti choker necklace featuring a massive, colored gemstone centerpiece.
Effortless Glamour and a Perfectly Coordinated Groom
In true “cool-bride” fashion, Lipa kept her beauty notes remarkably relaxed to let the dress and diamonds take center stage. She wore her long brunette hair down in soft, middle-parted waves, paired with sun-kissed skin and a sheer berry-tinted lip gloss. Her nails were kept clean and minimalist with a simple pink “no-mani” gloss.
Beside her, groom Callum Turner effortlessly matched her elevated Dolce Vita aesthetic. The actor wore a relaxed, unbuttoned beige linen suit by Jacquemus. He styled the look with chocolate-brown leather loafers, cream underlayers, and black Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses. This solidified the couple’s status as fashion’s ultimate modern duo.
As the star-studded guest list—including Charli XCX, Troye Sivan, and Joe Alwyn—continues to arrive in Palermo, Lipa’s welcome dinner look has set a thrillingly high bar for the main wedding gown to come.
A Spectacular Three-Day Sicilian Affair
The grand celebration spans June 5–7, 2026, across Palermo, Sicily, following a private London courthouse wedding on May 31.
The couple took over historic architectural landmarks, including the Baroque Villa Valguarnera and Palazzo Gangi, to host 300 guests like Charli XCX, Troye Sivan, and Joe Alwyn.
Music legend Elton John is rumored to perform, while the venues feature custom bookshelves packed with novels—a sentimental nod to the night Dua and Callum met and bonded over Hernán Díaz’s “Trust.”
