Close-Up: Colin Cowie

“For me the art of entertaining is not about impressing people, but about making them feel welcome,” says Colin Cowie. That has not stopped the wedding and event planner extraordinaire, of course, from conceiving spectacular parties for an impressive roster of clients that includes Jennifer Aniston, Tom Cruise, and Jennifer Lopez. Born in Zambia and raised in South […]

“For me the art of entertaining is not about impressing people, but about making them feel welcome,” says Colin Cowie. That has not stopped the wedding and event planner extraordinaire, of course, from conceiving spectacular parties for an impressive roster of clients that includes Jennifer Aniston, Tom Cruise, and Jennifer Lopez.

Born in Zambia and raised in South Africa, Cowie is the debonair male version of Martha Stewart, dispensing vital tips for creating memorable celebrations through his best-selling books (eight so far), articles in major publications (among them the New York Times, Architectural Digest, Town & Country, and Modern Bride), and the go-to wedding website The Knot. He also makes frequent television appearances-The Today Show, Oprah, and Ellen-and is Platinum Guild International's brand ambassador for jewelry.

Cover photo courtesy of ColinCowie.com