Wedding Details and Guest List

The couple tied the knot in a civil ceremony at Old Marylebone Town Hall in London on May 31, where Dua wore a sleek white Schiaparelli Couture skirtsuit. The couple arrived in Palermo by private jet on Thursday night and are staying at Villa Igiea, a five-star art nouveau hotel where an entire floor of suites has been booked for 200 guests. The festivities will include a private tour of the Galleria d’Arte Moderna di Palermo, a buffet, and possibly a performance by Elton John.

The guest list includes celebrities such as Elton John, Charli XCX, and Donatella Versace; the event is being held at Villa Valguarnera in Bagheria, near Palermo, and will span three days. According to The Times. The couple selected Palermo after taking a vacation there last summer.

Local Protests and Restrictions

In Palermo, a local initiative named Apro Palermo (Open Palermo) has organized protests against the event, with signs reading “Palermo is not for the rich” and “Our Piazza is not Your Living Room.” The protests highlight concerns about mass tourism and the impact on local residents. Access to key areas such as Piazza Sant’Anna and Piazza Croce dei Vespri has been restricted, with only invited guests and event staff allowed entry, and Local businesses have had to sign confidentiality agreements, prohibiting them from sharing photos or details on social media.

Residents have also reported traffic disruptions and limited access to their neighborhoods, with parking restrictions in place from June 4 to June 8. The restrictions have caused frustration among locals, particularly on this working week Friday. As one shop owner, Concetta Chillemi, noted, she had to familiarize herself with Dua Lipa’s music to understand the fuss, saying, “I got together with some of the other shop owners here and we listened to a few songs.”

Security and Privacy Measures

Authorities in Palermo have deployed maximum security measures for the event, with barriers installed in Bagheria where the reception will take place. The Galleria d’Arte Moderna di Palermo has been closed to the public since 2 p.m. on Friday. Local media report that the event has been tightly controlled, with all details closely guarded. A council worker hinted that a sort-of “buffet” might be served, but no official program has been released.

The couple kicked off the Italian portion of their wedding with a welcome dinner, attended by stars like Charli XCX and Troye Sivan. Dua Lipa wore a custom white Intrecciato dress from Bottega Veneta, featuring feathers on the skirt and a matching feather-trimmed handbag. Turner wore a tan suit with a cream dress shirt and black sunglasses for a casual, beachy look.