Lauren Sanchez Recovers Gracefully After Tripping at Paris Fashion Week Event
Lauren Sanchez experienced a momentary stumble while attending Paris Fashion Week with her husband, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, on Monday. The Emmy-winning journalist, aged 56, narrowly avoided a wipeout as she entered the Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2026 show alongside Bezos, who is 62.
Fashionable Entrance Takes an Unexpected Turn
In a video shared by a fan on TikTok, Sanchez was seen navigating the doorway in pointed-toe pumps while waving to photographers. Her heel caught on the ledge of the entrance, causing her to temporarily lose her footing. However, the mother-of-three quickly recovered her balance and smoothly proceeded inside the building without further incident.
Sanchez cut a stylish figure for the occasion, wearing a pale blue skirt and matching jacket ensemble complete with a lavish fur collar. She finalized her look with large sunglasses and a grey purse, having earlier in the day rocked a fiery red outfit at another fashion event.
Power Couple Makes Coordinated Appearance
Meanwhile, her billionaire husband Jeff Bezos looked dapper in a dark navy suit with a button-up shirt underneath. The duo, who married in 2025, held hands as they walked into the prestigious fashion show, demonstrating their close bond despite the brief stumble.
Earlier that same Monday, Sanchez had ensured she stood out during the opening of Paris Haute Couture week with a front row appearance at Schiaparelli's latest catwalk show. She arrived hand-in-hand with Bezos wearing a vibrant red skirt suit paired with matching red heels for the 10:00am presentation.
Accessorizing with Distinctive Flair
Accessorizing in equally distinctive fashion at the Schiaparelli event, the former journalist opted for a smart silver handbag replete with gold flourishes, shaped to resemble a face. Bezos complemented his wife's bold look with a comparatively subdued black suit, matching shirt and polished leather Chelsea boots.
Background on Their High-Profile Union
The couple married on the Italian island of San Giorgio Maggiore in June of last year as part of a three-day celebration attended by celebrity friends including Ivanka Trump, Oprah Winfrey and Kim Kardashian. The estimated $20 million, multi-day event featured numerous lavish components.
Key elements of their wedding celebration included:
- A foam party on Bezos' luxurious yacht
- An extravagant prenuptial dinner for guests
- A post-wedding lunch at the iconic Harry's Bar
- Performances by Ellie Goulding at their reception
- Usher singing at their pajama-themed brunch the following day
Sanchez's Memorable Wedding Attire
The ceremony took place in a restored amphitheater on the island, with Sanchez wearing a high-neck, long sleeve lace Dolce & Gabbana gown that reportedly took over 900 hours of atelier work to create according to Vogue. The gown featured a flared skirt, long veil and tight-fitting waist with numerous buttons ascending the middle.
Throughout the wedding weekend, Sanchez wore several custom accessories that paid homage to her new last name, including a black rhinestone-encrusted clutch bag that read 'Mrs. Bezos' in silver gems. The event maintained a strict no-phone policy, with approximately 70 of the 200 guests being family members.
Recent Celebrations and Reflections
The wedding occurred two years after Bezos proposed to Sanchez in what was described as an 'extremely intimate' proposal aboard his $500 million superyacht. More recently, in December, Sanchez celebrated her birthday with high-profile celebrity friends.
This A-list gathering followed her heartwarming birthday video compilation shared on social media, which offered an intimate behind-the-scenes look into her wedding extravaganza. The compilation included clips of Sanchez practicing her walk in the unforgettable Dolce & Gabbana dress and smiling on a balcony with the Eiffel Tower visible in the background.
Reflecting on her life experiences in a social media post, Sanchez wrote: 'If you had told me when I was a little girl this is what life would look like at 56, I'm not sure I would've believed you.' She went on to reflect on how her marriage, children, book release and space endeavors have grounded her in ways nothing else could.
