The “Wedding of the Century” Unveiled
The much-anticipated wedding of American pop star Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce, held at New York’s Madison Square Garden (MSG) on July 3, has been the subject of intense speculation. As one of the most-watched celebrity weddings, details about the event are gradually emerging from those in attendance. According to reports, guests were reportedly asked not to share any information or photos publicly, which has kept much of the event under wraps.
A Floral Theme Takes Center Stage
According to U.S. pop culture outlets People and The New York Times (NYT), the wedding theme was “Garden.” Days before the ceremony, trees and plants were seen being transported to the venue, suggesting a floral and natural ambiance. ABC anchor George Stephanopoulos, who attended the event, described it as “truly beautiful” and referred to it as “a Garden inside the Garden.”
Diverse Attire Reflects Individuality
Despite the “Black-Tie” dress code, guests showcased their individuality, reflecting their status as top stars. Pop singer Camila Cabello wore a hot-pink off-shoulder dress, while model Gigi Hadid opted for pink attire. Actor Bradley Cooper chose a classic black tuxedo, and singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran donned a sky-blue suit. Other notable attendees included actors Brad Pitt, Tom Hanks, and Emma Stone, former NFL players Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski, and singers Sabrina Carpenter and Selena Gomez.
A Taste of Luxury at the Rehearsal Dinner
While the main ceremony’s menu on July 4 remains undisclosed, the rehearsal dinner held the day prior for around 100 guests was managed by Sartiano’s, an Italian restaurant at Manhattan’s Mercer Hotel in SoHo. The meal reportedly featured meatballs, caviar-filled cannolis, paccheri pasta, spaghetti aglio e olio, and focaccia with ricotta.
A Star-Studded Ceremony
The ceremony was officiated by actor Adam Sandler, who reportedly advised the couple to “keep kissing” in life. Both Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wore outfits from Christian Dior, with wedding shoes by Christian Louboutin and jewelry from Cartier. Celebrity performances were delivered by Swift’s mentor Stevie Nicks and Paul McCartney. The bride and groom each read vows prepared over 20 minutes. Embroidered handkerchiefs, featuring the couple’s initials “TT” and a lyric from Swift’s 2014 hit “Blank Space” (“So it’s gonna be forever”), were distributed to guests for wiping tears.
A Reception Full of Surprises
The reception included games and prize giveaways for guests, with luxury bags and a 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle among the gifts. Event planner Edward Perotto estimated the daily rental fee for Madison Square Garden at around 1 million dollars, with total wedding costs reaching up to 50 million dollars (approximately 75 billion Korean won). Outside the venue, hundreds of fans gathered to celebrate and glimpse attendees. As the couple exchanged vows, a giant screen outside flashed “Just got married!” prompting cheers from the crowd.
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