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

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

The couple married in a traditional Jewish ceremony on the second floor ballroom of the luxury Aman hotel on Wednesday, surrounded by celebrity guests. 

The groom was seen leaving the venue looking absolutely thrilled, while the bride managed to avoid photographers. 

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

Melbourne fashion designer Effie Kats was also spotted taking selfies on the balcony of the hotel during the festivities. 

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

Elsewhere, international fashion designer Rick Owens and Melbourne-born male model Tyrone Dylan Susman were seen chatting to other guests.  

Although the ex-daughter-in-law of billionaire retail magnate Solomon Lew was not spotted leaving the venue, celebrity guests including chicken heirs the Inghams as well as fashion designers designers Effie Kats and Rick Owens were sighted.

A guest 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.

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. 

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

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.  

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. 

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

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. 

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

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

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

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 

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. 

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

Elsewhere, Melbourne fashion designer Effie 'Kats' Katsaounis (left) and Nova FM producer Jack Charles (right) were seen boarding a boat en route to the festivities

Elsewhere, Melbourne fashion designer Effie ‘Kats’ Katsaounis (left) and Nova FM producer 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

Elsewhere, Melbourne fashion designer Effie ‘Kats’ Katsaounis and Nova FM producer 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), international fashion designer Rick Owens (right) and his companion, model and designer Tyrone Dylan (centre)

Other guests included daughter of the groom Holly Lucas (left), international fashion designer Rick Owens (right) and his companion, model and designer 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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