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An eastern suburbs model and former Fitness First trainer has finally married, following a colourful romantic history that included four previous engagements before finding her happily ever after.
Barbara Rahal married Italian businessman Davide Zummo in Sicily this weekend, just weeks after the couple announced their engagement in September.
The newlyweds selected the sun-soaked Italian island as the setting for their nuptials, with celebrations unfolding over three days and a series of meticulously planned events.
Guests received a detailed set of instructions ahead of the lavish affair, with the couple's wedding website outlining strict dress codes for each occasion and providing bank details for those wishing to contribute to their future.
For Friday's pre-wedding celebrations, attendees were asked to adopt a 'Sicilian Coastal Chic' theme, with women required to wear blue or shades of blue and specifically instructed to avoid floral prints.
'No white, please,' the website added.
Barbara Rahal married Italian businessman Davide Zummo in Sicily this weekend, just weeks after the couple announced their engagement in September
The pair chose the sun-soaked Italian island as the backdrop for their nuptials, with celebrations spanning three days and a series of carefully planned events
Saturday's wedding ceremony called for black tie, with men instructed to wear black tuxedos and women asked to don floor-length evening gowns
Guests were also reminded to ensure their shoulders and décolletage were appropriately covered for the religious ceremony at the historic Cattedrale di Monreale
Barbara has since shared a flurry of images documenting the lavish nuptials
Male guests were encouraged to wear blazers, with light tailoring, linen textures and blue shades recommended.
Saturday's wedding ceremony called for black tie, with men instructed to wear black tuxedos and women asked to don floor-length evening gowns.
'Solid colours preferred (please avoid busy prints),' the website stated.
Guests were also reminded to ensure their shoulders and décolletage were appropriately covered for the religious ceremony at the historic Cattedrale di Monreale.
Barbara has since shared a flurry of images documenting the lavish nuptials, including photos of herself walking down the aisle in an extravagant wedding gown.
The ivory frock featured ruching and removable frill detailing around the bust, and was paired with an elegant veil.
The bride later changed into a plunging white gown for the reception festivities.
The groom wore a white suit and black bow tie.
Guests were treated to a decadent outdoor feast on the grounds of the cathedral
The opulent tables were set beneath trees that were festooned with chandeliers, creating the perfect ambiance as the festivities continued into the night
The bride and groom posed with their chef during the festivities
Guests enjoyed a decadent outdoor feast on the cathedral grounds following the wedding.
Opulently laden tables were set beneath trees adorned with chandeliers, creating a magical atmosphere as celebrations carried on into the night.
The couple's unique wedding cake was a large ring with a hole in the centre, featuring intricate piping around the sides.
Festivities continued on Sunday with a countryside celebration at Tenute Inghilleri, where guests dressed in 'Sicilian Majolica Chic', inspired by the vibrant colours and patterns of traditional Sicilian ceramics.
Photos from the event show attendees in bright prints, with the bride turning heads in a woven tasselled crop top and a colourfully printed A-line midi skirt.
For the post-wedding party, guests enjoyed another outdoor feast overlooking the Sicilian countryside.
Tables were adorned with gingham tablecloths, cacti, tomatoes, and bunches of raw spaghetti in place of floral centrepieces.
After the meal, guests danced as the sun set.
The festivities continued on Sunday with a countryside celebration at Tenute Inghilleri, where guests were asked to dress in 'Sicilian Majolica Chic', inspired by the colours and patterns of traditional Sicilian ceramics
Photos show guests in vibrant prints, while the bride drew attention in a woven tasseled crop top and a colourful A-line midi skirt
Tables were decorated with gingham tablecloths, cacti, tomatoes and bunches of raw spaghetti in lieu of floral centrepieces
While the couple declared that their guests' presence would be the most special gift, they also provided several ways for well-wishers to contribute financially
The page included Italian and international bank account details, as well as a Brazilian PIX payment option
Barbara has been engaged four times. She is pictured in 2025 wearing an engagement ring after being proposed to by a Boston billionaire
While the couple noted that their guests' presence was the most special gift, they also offered several ways for well-wishers to contribute financially.
'For those who wish to give us a gift, we have chosen to dedicate this gesture to the projects and dreams we will build together,' the website explained.
The page provided Italian and international bank account details, as well as a Brazilian PIX payment option.
The wedding follows Barbara's colourful romantic history, which included two engagements to the same man, Sydney businessman Ben Stewart.
The pair were engaged twice between 2015 and 2020.
Stewart has since married Olivia Korner, who is connected to the Korner beauty family.
The Korner name is well known in Australia's beauty industry, with the business establishing a long-standing presence in professional beauty training and skincare.
Barbara was also reportedly engaged to a Russian oligarch and a Boston-based billionaire in 2025.
Her first engagement was to a Fitness First trainer during the 2010s.
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