Born to Party, Forced to Work: 21st Century Hospitality

The internationally acclaimed event producer shows his ideas and inspiration for ultimate and intimate celebrations

What defines a truly great party? Most of all: generosity of spirit. In his first book, Bronson van Wyck, the man Vogue called 'The Wizard of Oz of New York party planning,' distills the essential pillars of the art of celebration into one volume, with examples drawn from his many successes - and, admittedly, a few entertaining failures. Lusciously illustrated with images from van Wyck's most spectacular events, this is the perfect primer on throwing parties that are as much fun to give as they are to attend.

About the Author

Bronson van Wyck began his career as a protocol aide to Ambassador Pamela Harriman in Paris, where he was responsible for nightly diplomatic receptions at the American Embassy. In 1999, he founded Van Wyck & Van Wyck, an event firm that produces celebrations ranging from weddings and dinner parties to international destination experiences and not-for-profit galas. He is a founding member and trustee of the Friends of the High Line.

- Features chapters on weddings, birthdays, holiday entertaining, fundraisers, dinner parties, masquerade bashes, and so much more
- With tips on topics such as invitations, lighting, and dress codes as well as anecdotes about some of history's most memorable parties
- Stunning images of glamorous, over-the-top parties from all around the world
- Van Wyck and his firm Van Wyck & Van Wyck are regularly featured in fashion and interior design publications including Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Architectural Digest, and Food & Wine
- His client list includes Hillary and Bill Clinton, Madonna, Sting, Beyoncé, Elton John, Tory Burch, Richard Meier, and corporations including Hearst, Chanel, Burberry, and Mercedes-Benz