I remember, in the good old days, when second weddings were a sedate affair. This was particularly true if the people getting married were having an affair which prompted the dissolution of their first marriages. The idea was that the marriage was necessary for respectability but let’s not shine a spotlight on the adultery of the bride and groom. It would be a small gathering probably at the city hall or a private home with a small reception afterwards.

But far be it for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez to quietly celebrate their nuptials. They are spending millions. You heard that right. Millions for a wedding. There is even concern that the city of Venice would be unable to cope with the number of guests their wedding will bring into the city.

Their guest list is a who’s who of the rich and famous. Here are just some of the names being bandied around: Leonardo DiCaprio, Eva Longoria, Orlando Bloom, Katy Perry, Brian Glazer, Barbra Streisand, Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner,  and Jewel. I would be surprised if the happy couple actually knows all of these people on a personal level that would warrant a normal person to invite someone to their wedding. It’s just a collection of rich and famous people who will add to the fabulousness of the day.

There are times when VIPs should read the room and behave accordingly. The USA is entering a time of great economic tumult. There are real fears about jobs, 401Ks and Social Security. Maybe a little less ostentatious display of conspicuous consumption is in order here.

But far be it for a billionaire to take advice from me. I wish them all the luck in the world.