From custom gowns by Chanel to the ambiance of the idyllic South of France, Sofia Richie’s wedding took people’s breath away and has even been nicknamed as the ‘Royal Wedding of America.’ The class, elegance, and European style of it all made it a moment people are obsessing over, and has titled her as the new “it” girl. But who exactly is Sofia Richie anyway?
There’s so much talk about the Nepo babies of our generation, and Sofia Richie is one of them. Does the last name ‘Richie’ ring a bell? Her father is the infamous singer and songwriter Lionel Richie himself (can you imagine the lullabies she got growing up?) who is also a reality TV personality in American Idol. Just that mere kinship already gives this new “it” girl such a reputation.
However, her wedding has given her a new look–one of pure elegance and class–that people can not get over. She documented some of her wedding week on her TikTok by filming herself getting ready for the various nuptial events, and each video has topped at least five million views at the time of writing this article. She’s become the face of yet another new trend and has people fantasizing of a closet that gives off a “Sofia Richie vibe” which is nothing but classic, mature, and mostly neutral pieces.
But back to the wedding. Set in the South of France (even abbreviated perfectly to fit her name: ‘SOF’), her custom Chanel looks, the exclusive guest list, and just the pure beauty she embodies–it couldn’t have been more idyllic. It wasn’t even just the breathtaking wedding itself, but an entire week’s worth of perfection. The couple landed in London and then made their way to the charming city of Antibes in the South of France where they stayed at one of the most luxurious hotels, Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc. They spent the week hosting welcome dinners, rehearsing for the big day, and making sure her three custom-designed dresses from Chanel fit her like a glove.
Then the big day commenced and could not have been more perfect. Her dramatic yet simple dress showed off her beauty and looked flawless in the spectacular setting around her. The walls of flowers and the most delightful blue sky set the scene for the most blissful day that it was. The ceremony was a traditional Jewish one, which was important to the couple and their family since Sofia recently converted and her husband grew up Jewish. Afterwards, their guests gathered for dinner, speeches, and a performance by Lionel Richie who sang two of his daughter’s favorite songs, “Stuck on You,” which was their first dance, and “Hello” which he surprised her with.
They danced their night away and ended off the spectacular week with a bang–a night club-inspired after party. Yet the elegance went nowhere and it was the most ultimate celebration of love for the twenty-four-year-old and her new husband. It’s all been captivating for people to follow along with, and hopefully we get even more through her looks and the happenings of their honeymoon!
Featured image via Vogue.
About Grace Ferguson
Grace Ferguson is a freshman from Chicago, Illinois who loves writing about all things fashion and beauty! She is majoring in communications with a double minor in SLAM (Strategy, Leadership, and Analytics) and Design. Aside from writing for the Crescent, she enjoys finding fun workout classes, baking, and shopping!
Grace Ferguson is a freshman from Chicago, Illinois who loves writing about all things fashion and beauty! She is majoring in communications with a double minor in SLAM (Strategy, Leadership, and Analytics) and Design. Aside from writing for the Crescent, she enjoys finding fun workout classes, baking, and shopping!
