PHOTO GALARY: Tamara's Big Fat Riviera wedding: The new Mrs Jay Rutland celebrates her £12m nuptials by stripping down to a white bikini and diving into the sea with husband at raucous beach party

• Heiress wed former banker on Tuesday in front of 150 guests at the Riviera's most luxurious hotel
• Newlyweds hosted a lavish white-themed beach party reception on Wednesday before leaving on a yacht trip together
• Guests included Jason Statham and Sean Connery while entertainment was provided by Elton John and Mark Ronson
• The newlyweds will now continue celebrating in the south of France with a three-day party extravaganza

Despite the months of build up, Tamara Ecclestone's wedding went by relatively quietly on Tuesday. However, the wedding reception appeared to be a quite different story.
The party-loving socialite, 28, was seen celebrating her newlywed status with new husband Jay Rutland in something of a raucous fashion at a post-wedding beach party on Wednesday.
Dressed in a white bikini, a sheer kaftan - and accessorised with her new wedding bling,Tamara celebrated in unusual fashion, marking the occasion by diving into the French Riviera.
The pair wed on Tuesday at the Grand Hotel Saint Jean Cap Ferrat surrounded by over 150 guests, including Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Sean Connery and Nicola Roberts.

Just married: Tamara Ecclestone and Jay Rutland down rose champagne on a boat on the French Riviera on Wednesday

Introducing Mr and Mrs Rutland! Jay Rutland and new bride Tamara Ecclestone were seen celebrating their marriage at a beach party on Wednesday following their Tuesday nuptials

Bling rings: Tamara and Jay were seen showing off their wedding bands at the bash

This way my lady: Jay leads his new wife to the jetty to their boat

Smoking hot: The pair enjoyed a smoke as they headed down to the shore

The water's lovely! Prior to getting on the boat, Jay jumped into the water, and encouraged Tamara to join him

Oh alright then! Tamara then decided to join her husband in the sea, diving into the water

Dive in! Tamara is so happy, she doesn't care about ruining her kaftan as she plunges into the Mediterranean

Tamara appeared ecstatic at her newlywed status and could be seen dancing with various party guests before she stumbled down the rocky beach and dove off the jetty with her new husband.
She was then was seen clambering out of the water and over the side of the jetty in a rather haphazard fashion leaving herself somewhat exposed at times.
Making the most of her bridal status, Tamara looked stunning in a floaty cream long-sleeved minidress as she cuddled up to her new spouse in the sunshine.

PDA: Once in the water the pair indulged in a passionate PDA

Hold me close: Tamara and Jay cuddle in the water

Come on then! Jay helped Tamara out of the water before she dried off enough to get on the boat

Surely there's an easier way to get back on dry land: Tamara gets her leg over

Helping hand: Tamara climbs out of the water

Bottoms up: Jay seemed to be enjoying the view of his bride's derriere

Love boat: Once on the vessel, the pair enjoyed another kiss and cuddle

Bye! Tamara waved while Jay saluted to guests as they enjoyed the short boat trip

Wet look: Tamara could not wipe the smile from her face as she rode on the boat with her groom

Jay, who also stuck to the white dress code in a linen shirt and shorts, was also seen proudly showing off his band - a platinum ring with a line of diamonds running through the centre.
The pair wed on Tuesday at the Grand Hotel Saint Jean Cap Ferrat surrounded by over 150 guests, including Jason Statham and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Sean Connery, Lizzie Cundy and Nicola Roberts.
Making the most of her bridal status, Tamara looked stunning in a floaty cream long-sleeved minidress as she cuddled up to her new spouse in the sunshine.

We love you! The wedding guests clap the happy couple as they make their way to their boat

Strict dress code: It looked like everyone had adhered to the white theme

Acting girlie: It looked like Tamara was so giddy she was skipping

We did it! Tamara and Jay look ecstatic as the yacht pulls away from the French Riviera

This is how to do it! Tamara and Jay arrived on a superyacht for some private time away from their wedding guests

Making their entrance: Tamara and Jay were filmed by video cameras as they made their way into the party

The bride and groom: The party forms just one segment of the three-day extravaganza Tamara and Jay have arranged to celebrate their marriage

All white on the night: There was a strict dress code for the event, with all guests wearing white ensembles

Nice try! Jay did his best to avoid looking at any of the other bikini-clad women at the party

Picture perfect: Beach beds can be seen in front of the stage in a scene image ahead of the start of the party

Jay, who also stuck to the white dress code in a linen shirt and shorts, was also seen proudly showing off his band - a platinum ring with a line of diamonds running through the centre.
It was reported prior to Tamara's big day that father Bernie Ecclestone, who is worth £2.5billion, spent £600,000 on hiring out all 73 rooms in the five-star hotel, which is one of the most luxurious on the Riviera.
The F1 supremo Bernie also blew £3.5million on entertainment, including a 30-minute fireworks display and an Elton John gig.
Lionel Richie, Calvin Harris and Mark Ronson are also believed to have performed.

Your carriage awaits: After grabbing a towel, Tamara joins her husband on the boat

You may kiss the bride: Tamara and Jay struggled to keep their hands off each other during the party

What's that, darling? Tamara leaned in to hear what Jay was saying before she was given another kiss by her new husband

Give us another: Tamara wouldn't let Jay stop kissing her as they enjoyed the event

Smitten: Jay looked equally enamoured with his new bride as he planted another kiss on her cheek

Cheers! Tamara and Jay kept their arms around each other as they enjoyed a post-wedding drink

What's that you've got there? Tamara appeared to be enjoying some kind of electronic cigarette as well as her drink throughout the celebrations

Stunning: The party took place on the hotel's stunning beach, with guests treated to the best food and drink

While details of the dress have yet to be revealed, Tamara was spotted going to a fitting at fashion house Vera Wang in New York in April. Her sister Petra, 24, wore an £80,000 Vera Wang gown to her own wedding in 2011.
Speaking previously about her wedding hopes, Tamara said: ‘Petra’s wedding was the best I’ve ever been to. I’d like to have one abroad like hers.
‘I wouldn’t know what to do to make it as glamorous! It’ll have to be really bling. My dream is to have Lionel Richie – and All Night Long as the first song. I’m so corny.’

Eat, drink and be merry: While some guests at the party wore shirts and dresses, others just wore swimwear as they marked the nuptials

Enjoying the sunshine? Jay showed off his incredibly dark tan in his white shirt and shorts

Cheer up! Tamara and Jay had a rare moment of quiet as they headed down the steps

Hold my hand: The newlyweds walk towards the jetty to get their boat

He's mine now! Tamara wrapped a protective arm around her husband as he chatted to his groomsmen

Petra's wedding cost more than £12million and was partly funded by her mother Slavica, who divorced Bernie in 2009.
The lavish celebration in the Italian town of Bracciano included acrobats performing beneath hot air balloons, £4,000 bottles of Chateau Petrus claret and concerts by chart-topping band The Black Eyed Peas as well as the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Bernie later said: ‘When my youngest daughter said she was getting married I thought as father of the bride I should pay for the wedding.

Dancing queen: Tamara appeared to be enjoying being the centre of attention as she danced on the stage as Mark Ronson DJ'd

Showing off her moves: Tamara bumped and ground her way through her improvised dance routine

Put your hands up! Tamara attempted to encourage her guests to dance as she bounded around the stage

Village people: Tamara and her girlfriends appeared to be doing the YMCA at one point

Drunken fun: Tamara was seen doing shots with her friend before her pal pretended to play air guitar on her leg

Drop it like it's hot: Tamara and her friend showed off their moves on the stage

Best of friends: Tamara ensured she had a picture taken with DJ Ronson

Come here! Tamara then encouraged her new husband to join her on the stage

Coping a feel: Jay gropes his wife's bottom

In her clutches: Tamara and Jay looked the image of newlywed bliss as they cuddled up

Capturing every moment: A photographer was on hand to ensure that every second was caught on camera

Helping hand: Tamara is assisted down from the DJ booth

Loving the party: Tamara certainly seems like she is enjoying her time celebrating her big day

Hands in the air like you just DO care: Tamara wants everyone to notice how much fun she is having

Dancing away: Tamara is joined by a friend as they continue to party in the sun

Put your hands up if you're having a lovely time: The girls look like they are having a lot of fun as the celebrations continue

Grooving girls: The ladies just can't stop dancing to the beat of the DJ

Hilarious fun: The girls break into uncontrollable laughter as they continue to dance

Time for a drink: The girls stopped dancing briefly to have some shots

Got the moves? Tamara and Lizzy Cundy also hit the dancefloor together

Passionate: The couple's love for each other is clear for all to see

Cheeky! Jay gives his new wife an affectionate bottom pinch

Whoops! Jay lifted up Tamara's kaftan to reveal her bikini underneath, but she was quick to pull it back down

‘When it was suggested how much they would be spending on drinks I thought it was absurd. So I managed to upset my daughter and my wife.
‘Only later did I learn that it cost in excess of £12million which I did not find out about until later, paid by my wife, and I did not find out from her.’
The newlyweds will now celebrate their marriage as the three-day party extravaganza continues.

Sisterly love: Tamara was seen getting a huge hug from sister Petra as they celebrated the occasion

Thank you: Tamara gave Petra an affectionate kiss as the group chatted

Grecian style: Petra, who wed James Stunt in 2011, looked stunning in a flowing gold and white gown

Dainty doll: Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts was also present, showing off her porcelain skin in a navy bikini top and white suit

Speed demon: Following the bride and groom's departure, former Girls Aloud star Nicola jumped on a jet-ski

Girl Aloud: Nicola looked pretty confident at the helm of her jet ski

Water's running in the wrong direction? Earlier Nicola frolicked on a speed boat with some hunky men

Party guest: Nicola was also present as the newly weds danced in the sunshine

Having fun? Lizzie Cundy looked to be enjoying the male talent at the wedding

Dressed to impress: Tamara's mother Slavica wowed in a figure-hugging white dress for the party

Money man: Bernie Ecclestone arrives at the Grand Hotel Saint Jean Cap Ferrat, for the wedding of his daughter Tamara Ecclestone and Jay Rutland

Bernie may have more money than most people can dream of, but he hasn't forgotten the value of money.
His daughters Tamara and Petra spend a large amount of cash on their wardrobes, but their father Bernie has said previously that he thinks they should be more frugal with their expenditure.
Speaking to The Independent last year he said: 'I don't think they should have bought handbags and shoes but anyway, they are in the fortunate position of being able to.'

Smoking hot: The pair enjoyed a smoke as they headed down to the shore

So in love: The bride and groom barely left each others' sides

However, on a recent trip to Monte Carlo, Tamara brought five suitcases full of designer clothing. Her personal stylist created a series of ‘lookbooks’ for her, enabling her to choose her daily outfits without having to think too hard about what to wear.
She recently admitted: ‘For about a week before I travel, I’m Googling the weather, then I’m working out what to pack. At the moment I’m really into McQueen, and I’ve got a lot of Alaïa and obviously my Louboutins and Birkins.’
She and Essex born Mr Rutland, who lost his job with Deutsche bank after allegedly selling cocaine to an undercover reporter in 2002, met in January. They got engaged just two months later.

Glamorous Tamara reportedly booked out all 73 rooms of the five-star hotel for the nuptials

Whatever you need: The hotel is the perfect location for Tamara and Jay's wedding needs

Enjoying the sunshine: Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, who attended the wedding with boyfriend Jason Statham, was seen earlier in the day showing off her toned figure in a bikini

Making the most of it: Rosie and Jason arrived a few days early to make it an extended holiday

Making their arrival: Tamara's mother and sister were seen arriving in France a few days prior to the wedding

Travelling in style: Tamara and Jay arrived via private jet

Star-studded: Elton John is one of the stars believed to have provided entertainment at the reception