Brooklyn: I totally agree. After the ceremony, find time to disappear for a second. We took a quick drive, just the two of us. It was perfect. Also: love each other, be honest, and always protect one another.
What was the moment you said “I do” like for you?
Nicola: I was so nervous. Saying our vows in front of that many people? Terrifying. Someone told me, “Just look at Brooklyn.” And as soon as I did, the nerves faded. When my dad took my hand and said, “Are you ready?” I just started crying. I couldn’t even look at him. I was thinking, My makeup! And when I walked down the aisle, [UK artist] Sekou was singing “Songbird” live. I still get goosebumps just thinking about it.
Brooklyn: I’m usually chill speaking in front of people, but that day I was a wreck. Nicola kept me waiting for 10 minutes and it felt like forever. But when I saw her, everything else disappeared.
Were there any special gifts on your wedding day?
Nicola: Brooklyn surprised me with a second ring right before the rehearsal dinner.
Brooklyn: And I had our vows tattooed on me. I’ve got well over a hundred tattoos now. I wasn’t allowed to get any until I turned 18—my parents were strict about that.
Do you have tattoos too, Nicola?
Nicola: I’m Jewish, and before I got my first one—it says “Family First” in Yiddish—I asked our rabbi for permission. We went to my dad and asked him first. He said, “If the rabbi says it’s okay, then fine. But promise me you won’t get another one.” Well, I got two more. But now I’m done.
Any that hold particularly special meaning for you both?
Brooklyn: A few. I have Nicola’s eyes tattooed on my neck. Our vows, obviously. A Star of David. And one in memory of my grandfather.
You both took each other’s last names—why was that important?
Brooklyn: We thought it was sweet. Especially thinking ahead, to when we have kids. Just imagine a bunch of little Peltz Beckhams running around.
Nicola: For me, it really mattered. Especially as a woman. If you don’t want to give up your name, combining them is a good solution.
Has anything changed between you since getting married?
Nicola: We were engaged for a long time because of COVID. We wanted a big wedding, but we also wanted to protect our grandparents. There were moments when we thought, Should we just elope in Vegas? But people talked us out of it. When you’ve lived together for a while, marriage doesn’t change everything except that it feels really special to say “my husband” or “my wife.”
Brooklyn: Same here. It felt weird saying “fiancée” for so long. I love calling her “my wife” now. Or “my missus.” It just feels better.
Versace dress; Sevigné bracelet and ring; white diamond ring her own.
Versace pants and belt; Bvlgari necklace and bracelet.
How do you protect your relationship in such a public spotlight?
Brooklyn: Ignore the noise. Keep your head down, work hard, be kind. People are always going to talk. What matters is that we’re happy together.
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