Dua Lipa and Callum Turner’s lavish Sicilian wedding celebrations have officially begun, with the couple hosting an unforgettable cocktail party attended by some of the biggest names in music, fashion and entertainment.
The singer, 30, and the actor, 36, welcomed their celebrity guests to the stunning Palazzo Valguarnera Gangi on Friday evening, kicking off what is believed to be a £1.5 million wedding weekend in spectacular style.
Among those in attendance was legendary fashion designer Donatella Versace, sparking fresh speculation that she may be the creative force behind Dua’s highly anticipated wedding gown.
The close friendship between the singer and the 71-year-old designer has fuelled rumours for months, with many believing Dua will walk down the aisle wearing a bespoke Atelier Versace creation.
A source close to the celebrations told Daily Mail’s Katie Hind: “This is going to be the coolest wedding, and so glam. Both Dua and Callum have been so excited and have been really involved with the planning. They want it to be epic.”
Donatella looked stunning in a shimmering gold fringed gown as she joined the bride for an evening of dancing and celebrations. The pair appeared inseparable throughout the event, laughing, chatting and enjoying the lively atmosphere.
Dua made a breathtaking entrance wearing a striking bridal-white Bottega Veneta gown featuring dramatic fringe detailing and a daring backless design. The singer completed the look with a luxury Bottega Anidamo clutch, Bulgari jewellery and a classic Bulgari Manchette watch reportedly worth £185,000.
Meanwhile, Callum looked effortlessly stylish in a tailored beige suit as he remained close to his bride throughout the evening.
The couple appeared completely smitten as they mingled with guests seated around candlelit tables. At several points during the evening, Callum was seen gazing lovingly at Dua before leaning in for affectionate kisses on the dance floor.
As music filled the historic Sicilian palace, guests danced to iconic tracks including Chic’s 1978 hit Le Freak and Kylie Minogue’s Spinning Around.
The celebrations continued late into the evening as waiters served traditional Margherita pizzas on silver trays. Moments later, Dua emerged briefly on one of the palace balconies to cheers and applause from guests below.
The newlyweds were also spotted sharing playful moments together, with photographers capturing the couple laughing and affectionately embracing as they arrived at the venue.
With celebrity guests including Charli XCX and Mark Ronson joining the festivities, the glamorous wedding weekend is already shaping up to be one of the most talked-about celebrity events of the year.
And with Donatella Versace by her side throughout the celebrations, fans are eagerly waiting to discover whether the fashion legend is indeed responsible for creating Dua’s dream wedding dress.
