Earlier this year Neiman Marcus announced it would launch a dedicated site for Chinese consumers, and it has now come to fruition. Neimanmarcus.com.cn launched this month, making the latest collections of 23 European and American designers—including Alexander McQueen, Jason Wu, Donna Karan, The Row and Valentino—available to fashion aficionados in the Middle Kingdom. The site currently offers women’s and men’s ready-to-wear and accessories.
The site has its own blog, Front Row @ NM, to provide global fashion news, trend direction, and stories about NM heritage.
What better way to marry art and fashion than to paint art onto fashion? Charlotte Olympia shoe designer Charlotte Dellal came to NM Bal Harbour during Art Basel Miami Beach, and jumped into the art scene by doing just that, creating limited edition shoes just for the store. The charming London resident documented her Miami trip in these snapshots, captioned in her own words.
Good morning, Miami!
Autographing at NM Bal Harbour.
Pop Art Dolly platform.
Abstract Expressionism (Pollock) Dolly handpainted, exclusive limited edition for NM Bal Harbour.
Picasso-inspired Dolly.
Edible Kitty flats at the NM party.
Red! Tree inside NM Bal Harbour.
Couldn't resist a little NM purchase of my own, a Staurino Fratelli ring. Too perfect!
Yes, it’s a self-serving advertisement, but a lovable one. Karlie Kloss stars in the broadcast spot for #Holiday24, the collection from NM and Target, available December 1. That’s Saturday!
Out of NM’s epic partnership with Target come more than 50 terrific gifts by 24 of today’s top American designers. They’re a crafty crew of CFDAmembers and visionaries who love the holidays as much as we do. Here, get to know four of the designers—Stacey Bendet of Alice + Olivia, JosephAltuzarra, Brian Atwoodand Robert Rodriguez—and get ready to shop their #Holiday24 gifts on Dec. 1 at Target and Neiman Marcus stores and online.
NM: What inspired you to make this piece?
Stacey Bendet: I travel around the world and I am always hunting for unique luggage! I wanted something fun and graphic, and so I went with my signature stripe! Bold, yet classic.
NM: What would make this piece the perfect gift?
Stacey: Guys, listen up here. Give this to your girlfriend with tickets for a romantic getaway somewhere. That would get a serious A+!
Altuzarra tray and cocktail set.
NM: What particular detail do you love the most on the item you made?
Joseph Altuzarra: To produce the tumblers and shaker, we used an old manufacturing technique called “pressed glass” where the glass is molded into a diamond lattice pattern. The diamond pattern is then gilded in gold to highlight the intricacies and the texture of the pattern. I also love the high gloss lacquer finish on the tray and the brass inlayed hinges, which I think feels very French.
NM: What inspired you to make this piece?
Brian Atwood: I was inspired by old Hollywood glamour and loved mixing materials to give it just the right amount of edge.
NM: What would make this piece the perfect gift?
Brian: It’s always about a bold statement for me and these are the perfect little “me” gift.
NM: Where do you see someone wearing this piece?
Robert Rodriguez: Since it is the perfect holiday dress, I can see someone turning heads in this at a fabulous cocktail party. I love the lace scallop around the top and bottom of the dress. It is a little detail that adds a lot of sophistication.
The campaign for the extraordinary #Holiday24 collaboration between Neiman Marcus and Target employed top talent from the fashion industry, including model Karlie Kloss and photographer Craig McDean. See them at work. The collection arrives December 1!
Thank you to all who voted to decide our Blogger On The CUSP! We have had barrels of fun with all of our finalists throughout this campaign. And we are thrilled with the winner of the popular vote: Emilee Anne! We’re presenting her gift card on Nov. 17, when she’ll be hosting festivities at our Downtown Dallas flagship, 2-4 pm. It’s a return to the mother ship for Emilee Anne Hefflefinger, a native of Dallas now living in New York. She attended Parsons School of Design, earning a bachelor’s in Fashion Design. She currently designs jewelry at Marc Jacobs and blogs after hours. She uses her blog to share inspiration, designs and favorite trends including current and vintage fashions. “I want to make an impact on the fashion industry and inspire people like the designers I admire have inspired me,” she says. We say she is the perfect embodiment of the CUSP slogan, Where Smart Meets Stylish. She’s just starting what will surely be a great career in fashion and media, and we’re proud to call her ours for the moment!
“Before I was able to attend a fashion design school, Neiman’s was my learning institution,” says Emilee. “Neiman Marcus introduced me to the designers I still admire today, like Marc Jacobs. Of course my mother and I love to shop, but what really made an impact on me was the opportunity to see the details and craftsmanship of designer garments in person throughout each season. This store, this home, fostered my love for fashion and made me the designer I am today. And for this reason, I am honored to be the Blogger on the Cusp!”
Jamie Wolf, a former dancer with the New York City Ballet, is now a jewelry designer dedicated to hand crafting in America. This video celebrates the skill of those who make her collection, which is sold in select Neiman Marcus stores. Video directed by George Lange.
Jamie Wolf
Jamie Wolf jewelry is in select Neiman Marcus stores.
A partnership as extraordinary as Neiman Marcus + Target calls for some extra creative promotion, and the good people at ABC’s Revenge delivered just that. This Sunday during the mid-season finale, in lieu of commercials viewers will see a string of scenes featuring the #Holiday24 collection. Here’s a peek. Tune in Sunday night, 9/8c on ABC, for the rest, and join the Twitter chatter at #GiftofRevenge!
Alexander McQueen.
Christian Louboutin left, Lanvin Paris right.
Chanel.
Prada left, Oscar de la Renta right.
Left to right: Manolo Blahnik, Jil Sander, The Row.
Dolce & Gabbana left, Akris right.
Stella McCartney left, Burberry Prorsum right.
Gucci left, Saint Laurent right.
Haider Ackermann center, Proenza Schouler right.
Jimmy Choo left, Dior right.
