Christopher Alexander is the founder and director of Zen Film Works and Visara Media. Zen Film Works specialises in capturing extravagant events for HNWI, royalty and celebrities around the world – the films produced are best known for their authentic and empathic qualities. The strengths of Chris and his team are their unique ability to […] Read more…
Geoff Walker is the owner and musical director of multiple award-winning Ambassador Band – a huge fan of (the artist formerly known as) Prince, Geoff has worked around the world alongside some of entertainment’s finest. Here we discuss how he started out in the business and where his career has taken him and his band mates: […] Read more…
OCTOBER COVER STORY: Behind a high wall in the elegant 16th arrondissement sits an exquisite 19th century chateau; Saint James Paris is housed in a 19th-century mansion, surrounded by lush private gardens and a peaceful, manicured courtyard with latticed dining pavilion. This beautifully restored club hotel is positioned on the fringes of the Bois de […] Read more…
Ben Matthews, Managing Director and founder of The London Essentials, is known for creating the perfect vibe at soirées, parties and gala events from here in the city to global destinations far and wide. His band is one of the most highly sought after, with a reputation for setting exactly the right tone and giving guests a hugely memorable interactive […] Read more…
INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: Over the course of my life and career, I’ve socialised and liaised with some of the most powerful and influential figures in global film, music, politics, public relations, media, hospitality, fashion, aviation, property, interiors and events… and they all have something in common – a generosity of spirit and a certain […] Read more…
Colin Cowie, the Zambian-born event planner, designer, and lifestyle guru, moved from South Africa to the USA in the 1980’s to pursue a career in event planning, and quickly became known for his creativity, attention to detail, and ability to create unforgettable experiences for his clients. Over the years since, Colin has planned a wide […] Read more…
Following a fifteen year career in luxury hospitality, I set up my own event planning business; originally the main focus was on weddings, and we’ve expanded to parties and wider events over the years…” Bruce Russell INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: “The international event organiser Bruce Russell is a French Canadian who made his way to […] Read more…
My company Holy Water is a collective of creatives, scientists and storytellers who give a f**k…” Adam McVay, founder, Holy Water ADAM MCVAY, the passionate and dynamic founder of event bar company Holy Water, works with select brands and individuals operating at the very top of their respective fields. The company launched back in 2009 after […] Read more…
Lead vocalist Melissa Asbridge (above, centre) together with her husband Paul founded the Jam Hot Showband, a 10-21 piece ensemble that’s been performing for many years at luxury events of all descriptions around the globe. Here we talk with Melissa about the band and how it can add a super hot highlight to your private […] Read more…
Emma Deeley said goodbye to a fashionable London lifestyle when she moved to the small village of Launton in Oxfordshire after marrying her husband, Will. Together they own and run Tythe, a wedding and event venue set at the heart of their family farm. Here Emma talks about the success of this beautiful location: I’m […] Read more…
Since establishing her company in 2009, Rebecca Marsala’s focus has been to create the most breathtaking florals for weddings and events; her clients adore and appreciate the splendour and fleeting beauty of florals and the way they impact any space for any occasion. Confident in Rebecca’s discretion, her clients include Bafta Award winners, members of the nobility, […] Read more…
INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: “When I first came across the work of Bordoni Films via friends of mine in the events business, I was struck by its cinematic qualities and the expert editing that told a full romantic story rather than only capturing the magic of one day. I just had to showcase their work […] Read more…
INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: For the past 25 years I’ve been designing private residences around the world for contacts I know socially and through business, private clients of top realtors and friends who are in property – either as developers or consultants. The top end of the interiors world is full of interesting and highly […] Read more…
COVER STORY: You may have seen the interiors of Nicola O’Mara in books such as ‘Blue & White Home’ by Henrietta Heald or ’Relaxed Coastal Style’ by Sally Denning – or perhaps on the cover of ‘Country Homes & Interiors’, in the pages of ’Good Homes’ or ‘Coast Magazine’. Recently Nicola completed the decor of […] Read more…
Susie Evans is the founder of Susie Evans Wedding and Events Co., a company that specialises in bespoke planning for weddings and celebrations. Many of these events take place over multiple days in a marquee at the private home of her clients, or on an exclusive country estate. From her base on the border of […] Read more…
Claire do Monte is a London-based wedding planner who works across the UK specialising in the design of sophisticated, classic occasions with a contemporary edge that are notable for the inclusion of an abundance of tiny, personal details. Here we discuss her style and what attracts her VIP clients to her service… Luxury to me means […] Read more…
Catering is one of the most crucial components of any event and with discerning international guests who are aware of current trends and often attend a different event every other night of the week, it’s important to keep menus fresh, novel, interesting and delicious. Alexander & Björck is a luxury catering and events company based […] Read more…
INTRO BY NICKY SUMMER: Party entertainment sets the theme for any major event and TOTEM GLOBAL are one of the best international providers of DJs, singers and musicians – in my opinion, their individual performers are exceptional and the gospel choir is fantastic. The company also provides a full event and design facility and has […] Read more…
