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Sarah Lew and Chris Lucas tie the knot in Venice in front of celebrity guests

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Melbourne socialite Sarah Lews has tied the knot with restaurateur Chris Lucas in Venice, Italy.

The couple, who married earlier this month in a civil ceremony, celebrated their union for a second time during a traditional Jewish ceremony at the luxury Aman hotel on Wednesday. 

The ceremony took place on the second floor ballroom of the luxury hotel, which previously hosted the wedding of George and Amal Clooney. 

Dressed in a black tuxedo and bow-tie, the groom looked absolutely thrilled during the festivities, while his bride managed to avoid photographers.

Celebrity guests were dressed to the nines in black and white attire as they arrived at the exclusive venue via boat. 

Melbourne socialite Sarah Lews tied the knot with restaurateur Chris Lucas (pictured) in Venice, Italy, on Wednesday 

Sarah is pictured at her civil ceremony in Australia earlier this month

Sarah is pictured at her civil ceremony in Australia earlier this month

Upon arrival, the group were pictured being serenaded by violinists as they mingled and sipped champagne in the courtyard. 

A guest also gave Daily Mail Australia an insight into the five-star affair, revealing guests dined on a maccheroncini starter and a ravioli main at the wedding. 

Among them was chicken heiress Tamie Ingham and her restauranteur husband Guillaume Brahimi, who tied the knot in Paris earlier this month. 

Dressed in a black tuxedo and bow-tie, the groom looked absolutely thrilled during the festivities, while his bride managed to avoid photographers

Dressed in a black tuxedo and bow-tie, the groom looked absolutely thrilled during the festivities, while his bride managed to avoid photographers 

The ceremony took place on the second floor ballroom of the luxury hotel, which previously hosted the wedding of George and Amal Clooney

The ceremony took place on the second floor ballroom of the luxury hotel, which previously hosted the wedding of George and Amal Clooney

Melbourne fashion designer Effie 'Kats' Katsaounis also spotted taking selfies on the balcony with guests including Nova FM producer Jack Charles

Melbourne fashion designer Effie ‘Kats’ Katsaounis also spotted taking selfies on the balcony with guests including Nova FM producer Jack Charles

Jack and Effie looked right in their element as they pouted at the camera

Jack and Effie looked right in their element as they pouted at the camera 

The brunette looked glamorous in a slinky black frock with retro cat-eye sunglasses and gold earrings

The brunette looked glamorous in a slinky black frock with retro cat-eye sunglasses and gold earrings

Effie was seen sipping a drink and chatting with other guests shortly after arriving at the hotel

Effie was seen sipping a drink and chatting with other guests shortly after arriving at the hotel  

Melbourne fashion designer Effie ‘Kats’ Katsaounis also spotted taking selfies on the balcony with guests including Nova FM producer Jack Charles. 

The brunette looked glamorous in a slinky black frock with retro cat-eye sunglasses and gold earrings. 

International fashion designer Rick Owens was also seen arriving at the venue on a boat.

International fashion designer Rick Owens was also seen arriving at the venue on a boat

International fashion designer Rick Owens was also seen arriving at the venue on a boat

He also wore a pair of leather platform boots that featured quirky clear heels

He also wore a pair of leather platform boots that featured quirky clear heels

Rick, who is known for his edgy aesthetic, wore a dramatic black tailcoat with no shirt beneath,

Rick, who is known for his edgy aesthetic, wore a dramatic black tailcoat with no shirt beneath,

Rick accessorised his look a pair of black drop earrings and parted his long black hair to the side

Rick accessorised his look a pair of black drop earrings and parted his long black hair to the side 

Rick chatted to fellow guests on the balcony

Rick chatted to fellow guests on the balcony 

The father-of-one was joined by his Melbourne model companion Tyrone Dylan Susman, who showed off his ripped physique and tattooed back in a black halter-neck top and palazzo trousers

The father-of-one was joined by his Melbourne model companion Tyrone Dylan Susman, who showed off his ripped physique and tattooed back in a black halter-neck top and palazzo trousers

Tyrone looked like he was walking the runway as he strutted down the jetty

Tyrone looked like he was walking the runway as he strutted down the jetty 

Tyrone and Rick were seen smiling at a waiter holding a tray of drinks

Tyrone and Rick were seen smiling at a waiter holding a tray of drinks

Rick, who is known for his edgy aesthetic, wore a dramatic black tailcoat with no shirt beneath, accessorised with a pair of black drop earrings. 

He also wore a pair of leather platform boots that featured quirky clear heels.  

The father-of-one was joined by his Melbourne model companion Tyrone Dylan Susman, who showed off his ripped physique and tattooed back in a black halter-neck top and palazzo trousers. 

He accessorised his edgy ensemble with a gold pendant necklace and cocktail rings, and at times covered up beneath a black blazer.  

Tyrone left his wavy hair out and accessorised his look with a gold necklace and chunky cocktail rings 

Tyrone was spotted sipping a drink inside the exclusive venue

At times, Tyrone covered up beneath a black blazer

Tyrone was spotted sipping a drink inside the exclusive venue 

Celebrity guests were dressed to the nines in black and white attire as they arrived at the exclusive venue via boat

Celebrity guests were dressed to the nines in black and white attire as they arrived at the exclusive venue via boat

One guest wore a daring black halter-neck dress with triangle cut-outs down the front

One guest wore a daring black halter-neck dress with triangle cut-outs down the front 

Attendees spent time enjoying the spectacular view off Venice from the balcony

Attendees spent time enjoying the spectacular view off Venice from the balcony 

One female guest made a fashion statement in a sheer corset top, while her male companion looked suave in a black suit and white dress shirt

One female guest made a fashion statement in a sheer corset top, while her male companion looked suave in a black suit and white dress shirt 

Media personality Jack looked suave in a black-and-white pinstripe suit and an unbuttoned dress shirt

Media personality Jack looked suave in a black-and-white pinstripe suit and an unbuttoned dress shirt

The Aman is Venice’s only seven-star hotel, and was the venue for the star-studded Clooney nuptials in 2014.

The 24-room palazzo was built in 1550 and renovated in the 1800s as a hub for entertaining Venetian society.

It was in 2005 that the regal venue was transformed into an exclusive hotel. 

Guests waved at onlookers from the balcony. James Cerolini (right) looked chic in a black suit and sunglasses

Guests waved at onlookers from the balcony. James Cerolini (right) looked chic in a black suit and sunglasses 

The sumptuous event could easily have been mistaken for a royal wedding

The sumptuous event could easily have been mistaken for a royal wedding   

One female guest drew attention to her décolletage by wearing a dramatic black necklace

One female guest drew attention to her décolletage by wearing a dramatic black necklace 

Upon arrival, the group was serenaded by violinists as they mingled and sipped champagne in the courtyard

Upon arrival, the group was serenaded by violinists as they mingled and sipped champagne in the courtyard

A man wearing a Jewish kippah arrived via boat, and is believed to have been the rabbi who married the couple

A man wearing a Jewish kippah arrived via boat, and is believed to have been the rabbi who married the couple 

The Aman is Venice's only seven-star hotel, and was the venue for the star-studded Clooney nuptials in 2014

The Aman is Venice’s only seven-star hotel, and was the venue for the star-studded Clooney nuptials in 2014

The 24-room palazzo was built in 1550 and renovated in the 1800s as a hub for entertaining Venetian society

The 24-room palazzo was built in 1550 and renovated in the 1800s as a hub for entertaining Venetian society

One guest showed off their striking tattoos in a sleeveless button-up shirt and black tie

One guest showed off their striking tattoos in a sleeveless button-up shirt and black tie 

On Tuesday, Sarah and Chris were spotted arriving at their pre-wedding celebrations  at a canal-side venue in Venice. 

Sarah was a vision in black as she made her way to the restaurant on a boat, before disembarking to meet her husband and famous friends ashore. 

One female guest took the plunge in a cut-out maxi black dress

One female guest took the plunge in a cut-out maxi black dress  

A beaming attendee was spotted clinking glasses on the ornate water-front balcony

A beaming attendee was spotted clinking glasses on the ornate water-front balcony 

Guests were all smiles as they made their way to the venue

Guests were all smiles as they made their way to the venue 

A group of male guests shared a serious looking conversation outside the event

A group of male guests shared a serious looking conversation outside the event 

A gaggle of well-dressed guests were seen crowding onto the balcony

A gaggle of well-dressed guests were seen crowding onto the balcony 

The fashionista showed off her athletic physique in an edgy Saint Laurent dress featuring a statement hood. 

She accessorised her gown, which retails for over $8,000, with Saint Laurent jewellery, including a chunky gold bangle and large gold geometric earrings. 

The bronzed bride completed her look with dramatic makeup, including smokey eyeshadow, defined blush and taupe lipstick. 

Saint Laurent-lover Sarah previously wore a similar hooded gown and gold accessories to her hen’s party last month.  

On Tuesday, Sarah and Chris were spotted arriving at their pre-wedding celebrations at a canal-side venue in Venice

On Tuesday, Sarah and Chris were spotted arriving at their pre-wedding celebrations at a canal-side venue in Venice 

Sarah was a vision in black as she made her way to the restaurant on a boat, before disembarking to meet her husband and famous friends ashore

Sarah was a vision in black as she made her way to the restaurant on a boat, before disembarking to meet her husband and famous friends ashore 

Sarah showed off her athletic physique in an edgy Saint Laurent dress featuring a statement hood

Sarah showed off her athletic physique in an edgy Saint Laurent dress featuring a statement hood

She accessorised her gown, which retails for over $8,000, with Saint Laurent jewellery, including a chunky gold bangle and large gold geometric earrings

She accessorised her gown, which retails for over $8,000, with Saint Laurent jewellery, including a chunky gold bangle and large gold geometric earrings

The bronzed bride completed her look with dramatic makeup, including smokey eyeshadow, defined blush and taupe lipstick

The bronzed bride completed her look with dramatic makeup, including smokey eyeshadow, defined blush and taupe lipstick 

Lucas looked absolutely thrilled as he greeted his bride

Saint Laurent-lover Sarah previously wore a similar hooded gown and gold accessories to her hen's party last month

Lucas looked absolutely thrilled as he greeted his bride

Meanwhile, Lucas looked absolutely thrilled as he greeted his bride. 

He looked suave in a blue suit and white dress shirt worn half unbuttoned with no tie. 

Lucas was seen gently placing his hand on Sarah’s lower back as he guided her off the vessel and towards their waiting guests.

The businessman looked suave in a blue suit and white dress shirt worn half unbuttoned with no tie

The businessman looked suave in a blue suit and white dress shirt worn half unbuttoned with no tie

Lucas was seen gently placing his hand on Sarah's lower back as he guided her off the vessel and towards their waiting guests

The couple looked down as they carefully disembarked the boat

Lucas was seen gently placing his hand on Sarah’s lower back as he guided her off the vessel and towards their waiting guests

Earlier in the day, Sarah and Lucas’ guests were seen making their way to the venue via boat.

Tamie Ingham wore a dramatic pink maxi skirt and black crop-top that showed off her trim torso. 

She held a woven black clutch bag and completed her look with black strappy heels and gold earrings. 

Among the star-studded guest list was chicken heiress Tamie Ingham and restaurant mogul husband Guillaume Brahimi (both pictured) who tied the knot in Paris earlier this month

Among the star-studded guest list was chicken heiress Tamie Ingham and restaurant mogul husband Guillaume Brahimi (both pictured) who tied the knot in Paris earlier this month 

Tamie wore a dramatic pink maxi skirt and black crop-top that showed off her trim torso

Tamie wore a dramatic pink maxi skirt and black crop-top that showed off her trim torso

Her businessman husband meanwhile wore a cream suit and blue shirt, worn half unbuttoned with no tie

Her businessman husband meanwhile wore a cream suit and blue shirt, worn half unbuttoned with no tie

Tamie was also seen earlier on Tuesday arriving at her hotel with her new husband, dressed in a casual cut-out black jumpsuit and sunglasses

The newlywed completed her low-key look with sandals and a leather cross-body bag

Tamie was also seen earlier on Tuesday arriving at her hotel with her new husband, dressed in a casual cut-out black jumpsuit and sunglasses

Ever the gentleman, Guillaume followed close behind carrying the couple's suitcases and garment bags containing their outfits for Sarah and Lucas' wedding

Ever the gentleman, Guillaume followed close behind carrying the couple’s suitcases and garment bags containing their outfits for Sarah and Lucas’ wedding 

Her husband Guillaume meanwhile wore a cream suit and blue shirt, worn half unbuttoned with no tie.  

Tamie was also seen earlier on Tuesday arriving at her hotel with her new husband, dressed in a casual cut-out black jumpsuit and sunglasses. 

The newlywed completed her low-key look with sandals and a leather cross-body bag. 

Elsewhere, Effie Kats (left) and Jack Charles (right) were seen boarding a boat en route to the festivities

Elsewhere, Effie Kats (left) and Jack Charles (right) were seen boarding a boat en route to the festivities

They both wore stylish sunglasses and posed for selfies as they boarded the vessel en route to the festivities

They both wore stylish sunglasses and posed for selfies as they boarded the vessel en route to the festivities

The pair linked arms as Effie pouted into the camera

The pair linked arms as Effie pouted into the camera 

Earlier in the day, the pair were seen clinking glasses an outdoor cafe as they settled into Venice

Earlier in the day, the pair were seen clinking glasses an outdoor cafe as they settled into Venice 

The glamorous brunette beamed as she sipped what looked to be a glass of Aperol Spritz

The glamorous brunette beamed as she sipped what looked to be a glass of Aperol Spritz

Ever the gentleman, Guillaume followed close behind carrying the couple’s suitcases and garment bags containing their outfits for Sarah and Lucas’ wedding. 

Elsewhere, Effie Kats and Jack Charles were seen boarding a boat en route to the festivities. 

Effie stunned in a black cut-out midi dress that showcased her svelte midriff and cleavage, while James dressed to impress in a stone-coloured suit and white shirt.

They both wore stylish sunglasses and posed for selfies as they boarded the vessel en route to the festivities. 

Other guests included daughter of the groom Holly Lucas (left), Rick Owens (right) and Tyrone Dylan (centre)

Other guests included daughter of the groom Holly Lucas (left), Rick Owens (right) and Tyrone Dylan (centre) 

The bride was spotted chatting with her glamorous guests outside the venue

The bride was spotted chatting with her glamorous guests outside the venue 

One stunning guest wore an off-the-shoulder gown featuring a large white collar embellished with a black bow in the centre

One stunning guest wore an off-the-shoulder gown featuring a large white collar embellished with a black bow in the centre 

The star-studded group gathered in front of the venue before heading inside for dinner

The star-studded group gathered in front of the venue before heading inside for dinner 

Also attending the event was socialite Bridget Bond (rightt) and her fiancé Conrad (right)

Also attending the event was socialite Bridget Bond (rightt) and her fiancé Conrad (right)  

Bridget dazzled in a plunging silver gown with cape sleeves and tassel earrrings

Bridget dazzled in a plunging silver gown with cape sleeves and tassel earrrings 

Earlier in the day, the pair were seen clinking glasses an outdoor cafe as they settled into Venice. 

Other guests included daughter of the groom Holly Lucas, international fashion designer Rick Owens and his companion, model and designer Tyrone Dylan. 

Also attending the event was socialite Bridget Bond, her fiancé Conrad, stylist Chris Kontos, and Felicity Nettlefold, the wife of St Kilda CEO Michael Nettlefold. 

Stylists Jake Tucker and Elliot Garanut were also spotted in the crowd alongside Lavazza heiress Michelle Valmorbidia. 

Stylists Jake Tucker (left) and Elliot Garanut (centre) boarded a boat with Lavazza heiress Michelle Valmorbidia (right)

Stylists Jake Tucker (left) and Elliot Garanut (centre) boarded a boat with Lavazza heiress Michelle Valmorbidia (right) 

The groom waited with his guests while the bride made her way down the canal. L-R: Michelle Valmorbidia, Felicity Nettlefold, Chris Lucas, Lisa Maciolli

The groom waited with his guests while the bride made her way down the canal. L-R: Michelle Valmorbidia, Felicity Nettlefold, Chris Lucas, Lisa Maciolli 

Rick Owens wore an edgy silk white suit and black earrings

Rick Owens wore an edgy silk white suit and black earrings 

The edgy fashionisto completed his look with edgy heeled boots

The edgy fashionisto completed his look with edgy heeled boots 

Rick and Tyrone were in good spirts as they chatted to a waiter

Rick and Tyrone were in good spirts as they chatted to a waiter 

Rick adjusted his long dark hair as he made his way down the jetty

Rick adjusted his long dark hair as he made his way down the jetty 

No expense was spared when it came to Sarah and Lucas’ big day, including the cost of transporting a grand piano down the canal via boat to their venue. 

Earlier this month, Sarah revealed she and Lucas had secretly exchanged vows in a civil ceremony. 

Sharing several photos to her Instagram account on Monday, the fashion queen posed in a stunning $4,000 Saint Laurent gown and a white netted mini veil. 

Sarah celebrated her hen’s party in May, throwing a decadent Saint Laurent-themed at Melbourne’s up-market Society restaurant. 

Stylist Chris Kontos (right) was spotted catching up with pals ahead of the festivities

Stylist Chris Kontos (right) was spotted catching up with pals ahead of the festivities 

Earlier this month, Sarah revealed she and Lucas had secretly exchanged vows in a civil ceremony

Earlier this month, Sarah revealed she and Lucas had secretly exchanged vows in a civil ceremony

Sharing several photos to her Instagram account on Monday, the fashion queen posed in a stunning $4000 Saint Laurent gown and a white netted mini veil

Sharing several photos to her Instagram account on Monday, the fashion queen posed in a stunning $4000 Saint Laurent gown and a white netted mini veil

Stylishly-dressed guests were seen travelling to the venue via boat

The attendees looked thrilled as they embarked the vessel

Stylishly-dressed guests were seen travelling to the venue via boat 

One guest toted a $2700 Celine tote bag and $800 Valentino sandals

One guest toted a $2700 Celine tote bag and $800 Valentino sandals 

The bride-to-be stunned in a black hooded YSL gown with cut-outs around the bust, accessorised with chunky gold bangles and earrings.

Her famous pals, including Bartel, Edwards and Kats, all dressed like Lew at a lavish Saint Laurent-themed dinner.

Stunning decorations included a decadent table setting with white candles and bespoke menus with monogramming that read ‘YasSarahLew’ – a play on the YSL name. 

One guest dared to bare in a plunging black halter-neck gown

One guest dared to bare in a plunging black halter-neck gown  

A grand piano was transported to the venue via boat

A grand piano was transported to the venue via boat 

Workers wheeled the plastic-wrapped instrument inside the venue

 Workers wheeled the plastic-wrapped instrument inside the venue 

Guests dressed-up like Sarah, who later shared a photo college of ‘My Life In Looks’. 

Sarah divorced Solomon Lew’s son Steven in 2011 after they tied the knot in 2003.

They share two children together. 

Sarah celebrated her hen's party in May, throwing a decadent Saint Laurent-themed at Melbourne's up-market Society restaurant (pictured at the event).  The bride-to-be stunned in a black hooded YSL gown with cut-outs around the bust, accessorised with chunky gold bangles and earrings

Sarah celebrated her hen’s party in May, throwing a decadent Saint Laurent-themed at Melbourne’s up-market Society restaurant (pictured at the event).  The bride-to-be stunned in a black hooded YSL gown with cut-outs around the bust, accessorised with chunky gold bangles and earrings

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