Date night at the White House!
Lauren Sanchez waltzed with 1600 pens.Avenue held her fiancé Jeff Bezos in her hands, but it was her racy corset dress that stole the show at her Wednesday event. A luxurious state dinner.
The 54-year-old former journalist wore a red dress with a plunging neckline and lace detailing.
The off-the-shoulder Lazario dress ($2,200) also featured a corset-like boning and floor-length silk skirt.
She completed her risqué ensemble with Gianvito Rossi Flavia mirrored leather pumps ($1,200).
Sanchez swept her hair behind her ears, revealing giant diamond earrings. She finished her look with a sparkly clutch.
The philanthropist’s attire was much riskier than that typically worn by guests at White House state dinners. Guests often choose formal, buttoned-up attire.
The billionaire Amazon founder and Washington Post owner opted for a black tuxedo with a silk bow tie over a crisp white shirt.
Mr. Sanchez and Mr. Bezos, 60, rubbed elbows with several celebrities and important figures.
The black-tie event honored Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and his wife, Yuko, as President Biden, and was moderated by Dr. Jill Biden.
Legendary actor Robert De Niro and his girlfriend Tiffany Chen were also in attendance, as well as Apple CEO Tim Cook, Vice President Lisa Jackson, Japanese American Olympic medalists Kristi Yamaguchi and Alex and Maia Shibutani. did.
Upon arrival, attendees were welcomed in the East Room of the White House, where more than 200 guests sampled homemade cured salmon and dry-aged ribeye steaks.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen were also seen holding wine glasses before Biden and Kishida toasted. He was heading toward the center of the venue.
“We both remember the choices that were made to build our friendship,” Biden, 81, said during his toast. “I remember that we both worked very hard to find healing.”
“Tonight, we pledge to keep moving forward,” the president continued.
Paul Simon, 82, provided the evening’s entertainment in the State Dining Room, beginning just after 10 p.m. with the songs “Graceland” and “Slip Sliding Away.”
The former Simon & Garfunkel singer is said to be a favorite of the first lady.
Just a few days ago, Mr. Sanchez and Mr. Bezos returned from a trip to Japan, where they enjoyed sightseeing and spent quality time with their mixed-race family.
in shared images on instagramSanchez gave fans a sneak peek of her luxurious trip, which included traditional painting, meditation, and training at several family gyms.
She also shared a snap of a cherry blossom tree in full bloom.
“Japan, you stole our hearts 🌸,” she captioned the image. “Thank you Japan for the everlasting memories, the most beautiful sunrises and inside jokes 🌀🤍〰️. We are already dreaming of coming back.”
