News anchor, helicopter pilot, actor, and mother can all be used to describe Lauren Sánchez.
But you could also call her a rising fashion star.
The 54-year-old New Mexico native has been wearing bold looks on red carpets since the start of her career. But in recent years — especially while making her relationship with Jeff Bezos public — her style has leveled up.
Here’s a look at her fashion evolution, from simple outfits accessorized with Hermès bags to see-through gowns at Hollywood events.
Lauren Sánchez kept her outfits simple at the start of her career.
She regularly wore trendy two-piece outfits in the early 2000s and an assortment of minidresses — like the brown knit piece she sported at the 2002 Environmental Media Awards.
Sánchez also had a signature pair of shoes at that point in her career: a pair of PVC sandals with light-brown soles and thin, see-through heels.
But she wasn’t afraid to experiment with daring styles.
At the 2004 Shalom Foundation Gala, Sánchez donned a deep-gray gown that hugged her body at the bodice and reached the floor with its long skirt.
It was also practically strapless, with only a single spaghetti-thin strap across one shoulder. The piece connected to more strings across its open back, which held the dress up and created a daring detail.
Sánchez completed the outfit with crystal earrings and a silver statement watch.
Her accessories were always chic, even in the early 2000s.
While attending a High Flying fundraiser in 2008, Sánchez opted for trendy styles at the time: a high-neck, short-sleeve blouse tucked into a black-and-white circle skirt, knee-high boots over semi-sheer tights, and a leather belt.
But her purse was timeless. She carried a solid black Hermès Birkin bag with what appeared to be palladium hardware.
She started to look like a Hollywood star around 2010.
She attended Vanity Fair’s Oscars after-party that year in a shimmering gown that was fit for an award winner.
The dress was sleeveless, form-fitting, and covered from top to bottom in silver sparkles. It also had a tan lining that gave the dress a nude illusion and a deep-V neckline.
She began introducing vibrant colors to her wardrobe around the same time.
At the 2012 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party, Sánchez sported a strapless, understated gown. It had a fitted bodice, a straight skirt, and solid fabric.
But its bright-red shade stood out on the carpet and made for a memorable look. The color has even become one of Sánchez’s go-to shades in more recent years.
She completed the look with platform sandals and diamond jewelry.
For her first red-carpet appearance with Jeff Bezos, Sánchez showed up in style.
She wore a black-and-red dress that was as daring as it was glamorous. It featured long sleeves made from dotted mesh, a plunging neckline that reached her navel, and a thigh-high slit that showed her platform sandals.
The piece also had a geometric print crafted from sequins that shimmered in the light.
And even when they began coordinating their outfits, Sánchez’s daring aesthetic still shined.
The couple attended the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party in matching black outfits. While Bezos sported a classic suit, Sánchez stood out in a bold Elie Saab gown.
The dress had a corseted bodice with off-the-shoulder sleeves, black sparkles arranged in stripes, and a see-through skirt that revealed her legs.
In recent years, color has remained a staple of Sánchez’s outfits.
At the 2023 Kering Caring for Women dinner, for example, Sánchez sported a neon-yellow gown from Dolce & Gabbana.
The halter dress hugged her body, reached the floor, and didn’t need any accessories. It sparkled entirely on its own.
So have see-through dresses — even while visiting the White House.
Sánchez and Bezos were among those in attendance at a state dinner hosted by President Joe Biden in honor of Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.
Though the couple’s presence was notable on its own, Sánchez’s outfit caught even more attention.
She wore an off-the-shoulder gown crafted from red satin and lace. Its corseted bodice was semi-sheer with a low neckline, and its skirt tightly wrapped around her legs.
Sánchez wore it with gold-leaf sandals and diamond earrings.
Sánchez had a high-profile fashion moment at the 2024 Met Gala.
She stunned in an Oscar de la Renta gown. It featured a strapless black bodice with a sweetheart neckline and a full skirt decorated with reflective pieces in the shape of roses.
It was even rumored that Anna Wintour had a hand in the outfit choice.
More recently, she’s taken on the style of a businesswoman to promote her children’s book.
At the Forbes Power Women’s Summit in September, Sánchez talked about the start of her career, writing her first children’s book, and being engaged to Bezos.
For the occasion, she sported an all-white outfit with long trousers, a blazer that revealed her lace bralette, and platform heels.
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