Who Planned Jennifer Aniston's Wedding?

Jennifer Aniston has walked down the aisle twice. Her first wedding was to Brad Pitt, and her second was to Justin Theroux. Aniston and Pitt's wedding planner was Kevin Lee, and the event planner for her wedding to Theroux is currently unknown. Oprah Winfrey's favourite event planner, Colin Cowie, has also planned events for Aniston, but it is unclear whether he was involved in her weddings.

Colin Cowie: Jennifer Aniston and Kim Kardashian's event planner

Colin Cowie is a celebrity event planner known for his work with stars such as Jennifer Aniston, Kim Kardashian, and Oprah Winfrey. Cowie's unique approach to event design focuses on engaging all five senses to create an immersive experience for his clients and their guests. He carefully orchestrates what you smell, touch, taste, see and hear to make each event exceptional and memorable.

Cowie's attention to detail and inventiveness have made him a trendsetter in the event planning industry. He attributes his success to his willingness to stand out and do things differently. For example, when California cuisine was all the rage, Cowie introduced new and unusual dishes at high-end events, capturing attention and intrigue.

Cowie's own wedding to Danny Peuscovich in South Africa was a week-long celebration with friends, including celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck and fashion designers Naeem Khan and Dennis Basso. The wedding, 14 months in the making, featured unique touches such as a 'glamoflauge'-themed dinner in the African bush, where guests dressed as their favourite safari animals.

Cowie has planned events for Jennifer Aniston and Kim Kardashian, among other celebrities. He is known for his experiential approach to design, ensuring that each event reflects the host's personality, taste, style and budget. With his extensive travel experience and curious mind, Cowie finds inspiration from different cultures and local markets, bringing unique ideas and touches to his events.

Cowie's company, Colin Cowie Lifestyle, is a full-service event design and production company that partners with clients to turn their dreams into reality. They focus on the personalised details that make each event one-of-a-kind, ensuring a seamless and cohesive celebration that exceeds expectations.

Kevin Lee: Aniston's wedding planner for her first wedding

Kevin Lee was the wedding planner for Jennifer Aniston's first wedding to Brad Pitt. Aniston and Pitt tied the knot in a lavish ceremony on July 29, 2000, in Malibu, California. The wedding was a beachside affair, with the couple exchanging vows in front of 200 guests.

Lee, who has worked with many Hollywood A-listers, described Aniston as a "very, very sweet woman" who is "very romantic and family-oriented." He also revealed that Aniston's first wedding reportedly cost $1 million and was a media circus.

For her first walk down the aisle, Aniston wore a glass-beaded, low-back wedding gown by Lawrence Steele and a simple classic veil. Her hair was styled by Chris McMillan, who gave the couple matching "brother-and-sister" highlights. The floral arrangements included 50,000 roses, tulips, and other flowers, per Brad Pitt's request, to create the look of a Zen garden.

The wedding included several musical performances, a 13-minute fireworks display, and a wall of caviar. The couple's first dance was to "The Way You Look Tonight." Aniston and Pitt's wedding was a star-studded event with guests including Edward Norton, Salma Hayek, Cameron Diaz, and the cast of Friends, except for Matt LeBlanc.

Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston's wedding reportedly cost $1 million

On July 29, 2000, Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston tied the knot in a star-studded but very private ceremony in Malibu. The wedding reportedly cost $1 million and was held at a five-acre, multimillion-dollar Malibu estate rented from television executive Marcy Carsey. The estate sits on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, providing a stunning backdrop for the couple's nuptials.

The guest list included approximately 200 of the couple's closest friends and family, including celebrities such as Courteney Cox, Edward Norton, Salma Hayek, and Cameron Diaz. Notably, Aniston's mother, Nancy Dow, was absent from the wedding due to a recent tell-all book she had written about her daughter.

The wedding featured an abundance of flowers, with over 50,000 roses, tulips, and other miscellaneous blooms brought in to achieve the groom's vision of a "zen garden." The couple also splurged on a wall of caviar, which reportedly impressed the guests, and a 13-minute fireworks display over the Pacific Ocean.

Aniston looked radiant in a glass-beaded, floor-length, low-backed, white satin and silk gown designed by Lawrence Steele. She paired her dress with custom-made ivory suede heels by Manolo Blahnik and a delicate veil attached to a pearl and Swarovski crystal crown. Pitt, on the other hand, opted for a four-button black tuxedo designed by Hedi Slimane, while his groomsmen wore tuxedos by Prada.

The reception was held inside a massive white tent to ensure privacy from any overhead helicopters. The couple spared no expense when it came to their privacy, spending around $100,000 on security measures such as restricted airspace, confidentiality agreements for guests, and traffic control by the Los Angeles County sheriff.

The reception featured a six-piece band backed by a 40-member gospel choir, Latin jazz by the band Gypsy Magic, and a Greek bouzouki band that had guests circle-dancing around the dance floor. The food was equally impressive, with appetizers like shrimp, gourmet pizza, and caviar served with Dom Pérignon Champagne, and a main course that included crab, lobster, peppercorn beef, pasta, and risotto.

The wedding cake was a six-tier, white-frosted confection, and the couple laughed as they fed it to each other. Overall, the $1 million price tag for Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston's wedding was well-spent, creating a memorable and lavish celebration for the couple and their guests.

Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux's surprise wedding

On August 5, 2015, Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux tied the knot in a surprise wedding at their home in Bel Air. The couple invited 70 guests, including Howard Stern, Orlando Bloom, and Friends co-stars Lisa Kudrow and Courteney Cox, to celebrate Theroux's 44th birthday, only to surprise them with a wedding ceremony. The nuptials were officiated by talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, who reportedly teared up throughout.

The wedding was a far cry from Aniston's first marriage to Brad Pitt, which was a grand, star-studded affair. Aniston and Theroux's wedding was a low-key, private ceremony with close friends and family. The couple wanted to create a "peaceful environment" for their special day.

Aniston and Theroux first met through Ben Stiller in 2007 and later co-starred in the film Wanderlust in 2011, where their romance blossomed. They got engaged in August 2012 and were married three years later.

While details of Aniston's wedding dress and veil remain a closely guarded secret, the couple did share some special moments with their talented friends. Terry Richardson snapped photos, while Sia performed "Chandelier" for the couple's first dance, and Jennifer Meyer designed their wedding bands.

Following the surprise nuptials, the newlyweds jetted off to Bora Bora for their honeymoon, along with some close friends, including Courteney Cox.

Jennifer Aniston's wedding dress

When Jennifer Aniston married Brad Pitt in 2000, she wore a glass-beaded, low-back wedding gown by Italian designer Lawrence Steele. The dress had a full skirt and a fitted bodice, and was paired with a simple, classic veil. Her hair was styled by Chris McMillan, who gave her and Pitt matching "brother-and-sister" highlights.

Aniston's second wedding, to Justin Theroux in 2015, was a private surprise ceremony. The dress she wore was a simple, flowy, strapless gown designed by The Row designer, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen. Sources say Aniston went off-the-rack, and her veil was reportedly from J.Crew. Aniston has never publicly shared details about her dress, telling Entertainment Tonight:

> "We had the beautiful luxury of having a beautiful, private moment. And I'm going to be selfish and keep it that way."

Both of Aniston's wedding dresses were elegant and understated, in keeping with her personal style.

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