Jeff Bezos, the billionaire founder of Amazon, is set to marry Lauren Sánchez in a lavish ceremony in Aspen the weekend following Christmas, with the nuptials scheduled for Saturday, December 28. The couple has reportedly reserved the exclusive Matsuhisa sushi restaurant for pre-wedding festivities on December 26 or 27. Despite their high-profile status, Bezos, 60, and Sánchez, 55, have maintained tight secrecy since their engagement aboard his $500 million superyacht in May 2023.

Sources have confirmed that the couple’s wedding will take place in Aspen, with speculation pointing to Kevin Costner’s expansive 160-acre Dunbar Ranch as the venue. Rumors also suggest that the event could cost a staggering $600 million. Sánchez recently hinted at her preparations, sharing on the Today Show that she had selected her wedding dress, but the detailed plans remained under wraps.

Guests are expected to arrive in Aspen’s top-tier accommodations, including the luxurious St. Regis Hotel and private mansions rented by Bezos, ensuring their comfort during the weekend-long celebration. The wedding reportedly includes a mountaintop ceremony with breathtaking “winter wonderland” views and exclusive events like the Matsuhisa dinner. The upscale restaurant, seating 180 guests, has hosted the couple before at its Malibu counterpart, Nobu.

Planning for the event involves extraordinary measures to ensure privacy, with top-tier wedding planners citing strict non-disclosure agreements and vendors flown in from across the globe. From Parisian cakes to hairstylists from New York and musicians from Los Angeles, every detail reflects the couple’s penchant for luxury. While Aspen weddings often feature a rugged, understated charm, the floral arrangements alone for such elite events can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.

The aesthetic aligns with Bezos and Sánchez’s public image, exemplified by their Vogue photoshoot last December, where they posed in casual western attire. However, the extravagance remains evident, highlighted by Sánchez’s conspicuous 30-carat pink diamond engagement ring.

Local wedding planners speculate the couple’s weekend will include western-themed welcome dinners and activities such as skiing or hiking to entertain guests. A nod to their shared love of western styles might also involve collaborations with chic Aspen boutiques like Kemosabe, known for custom cowboy hats.

Kevin Costner’s Dunbar Ranch is a popular venue among the ultra-wealthy for its proximity to Aspen and serene beauty, with rental fees exceeding $1.4 million for a week. Alternatively, Bezos might opt for a more intimate setting at a friend’s or family member’s estate. His parents, Jackie and Miguel, reportedly own a home in Aspen’s exclusive Red Mountain area, further fueling speculation about a private backyard wedding.

The guest list is expected to include high-profile attendees like Bill Gates, Leonardo DiCaprio, Kris Jenner, and others who joined the couple’s engagement celebration in Positano, Italy. Aspen’s small airport is bracing for an influx of private jets, though some larger aircraft will have to land at nearby locations due to space limitations.

Despite the secrecy, the wedding is anticipated to be a highlight of the year, blending understated western charm with unparalleled opulence.