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Inside Villa Valguarnera, The Sicilian Estate That Hosted Dua Lipa And Callum Turner's Wedding
After an intimate London ceremony, the couple hosted a lavish three-day celebration in Sicily. Here's a closer look at the historic Baroque estate where they said "I do" again.
The facade of Villa Valguarnera (L), Dua Lipa and Callum Turner at their welcome party before the wedding in Sicily (R)Villa Valguarnera website, XPOS//BACKGRID
Just days after quietly tying the knot in an intimate civil ceremony at London's Old Marylebone Town Hall, Dua Lipa and Callum Turner took the celebrations to Sicily.
On June 6, the couple hosted a lavish wedding celebration in Palermo, where Dua embraced a more relaxed bridal mood in a custom white feather-trimmed Bottega Veneta gown by Louise Trotter, paired with sparkling diamonds and layered necklaces. Turner complemented her look in a tan suit and cream shirt by Louis Vuitton, perfectly suited to the Mediterranean setting.
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Surrounded by friends, family, and a guest list that reportedly included Donatella Versace, Charli XCX, Mark Ronson, Joe Alwyn, and Elton John, the couple celebrated against one of Sicily's most spectacular backdrops. While the star power was impossible to ignore, it was the venue itself that quickly became one of the most talked-about details of the wedding.
Set on Sicily's northern coast in the town of Bagheria, Villa Valguarnera provided a cinematic setting for what many have already dubbed the celebrity wedding of the year.
The Estate At The Heart Of The Celebrations
The main wedding festivities unfolded at Villa Valguarnera, an 18th-century aristocratic residence often considered one of Sicily's most beautiful private estates.
Surrounded by sprawling gardens and overlooking the Mediterranean, the historic villa is a masterclass in Sicilian Baroque architecture. Grand yet romantic, it feels less like a wedding venue and more like stepping into another era.
The couple reportedly exchanged vows beneath the estate's gazebo before guests moved through the villa's opulent interiors and manicured grounds for an evening of celebrations, dinner, and live performances.
Why Villa Valguarnera Is Known As Sicily's "Little Versailles"
Built in the 1700s, Villa Valguarnera has long occupied a special place in Sicilian cultural history. The estate is currently owned by writer and translator Vittoria Alliata di Villafranca and remains one of the island's most celebrated private residences.
Its sweeping staircases, ornate salons, sea-facing terraces, and monumental gardens have earned it comparisons to Versailles, albeit with a distinctly Mediterranean sensibility.
Over the decades, the villa has welcomed artists, writers, filmmakers, and aristocrats. It has also served as a backdrop for numerous fashion campaigns, films, and television productions, including Netflix's The Leopard and a Dolce & Gabbana campaign featuring Sophia Loren.
For couples dreaming of old-world grandeur without sacrificing intimacy, it's easy to understand the appeal.
A Wedding Weekend Filled With Fashion, Music And Hollywood Names
The Sicilian celebrations reportedly brought together around 200 guests from across the worlds of fashion, film, and music.
Among those spotted in Palermo were Donatella Versace, Charli XCX and George Daniel, Mark Ronson and Grace Gummer, actor Joe Alwyn, singer Olivia Dean, and members of both families.
One of the evening's most memorable moments reportedly came courtesy of Elton John, who performed his classic hit Your Song during the celebrations, adding yet another layer of glamour to an already extraordinary setting.
The Luxury Hotel That Hosted The Wedding Weekend
While Villa Valguarnera served as the main venue, much of the wedding weekend revolved around another Palermo landmark: Villa Igiea.
The iconic waterfront hotel became the couple's base during the celebrations and reportedly housed many of their guests. Overlooking the Gulf of Palermo, Villa Igiea is known for its Art Nouveau architecture, Belle Époque interiors, and sweeping views of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Recently restored by the Rocco Forte group, the property has become one of Italy's most sought-after luxury hotels, attracting a mix of international travellers, celebrities, and high-profile events. Together, Villa Valguarnera and Villa Igiea offered the perfect combination of historic grandeur and Mediterranean elegance.
Why Palermo Was The Perfect Choice
For Dua Lipa and Callum Turner, Sicily appears to hold a special significance. The singer spent time in Palermo last year and shared glimpses of the trip on social media, famously writing, "Palermo has my heart." Looking back, the caption feels almost prophetic. With its historic palaces, coastal views, world-class hospitality, and effortless romance, Palermo has quietly become one of Europe's most desirable destinations for luxury celebrations.
And if Dua Lipa and Callum Turner's wedding proved anything, it's that Sicily remains unmatched when it comes to turning a wedding into an unforgettable experience.
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