For all the talk about the impending death of print, you wouldn’t know it from the overflowing coffee tables and bookshelves of the fashion set. Now make room for Bottega Veneta, the first monograph on the house known for superlative craftmanship and a discreet, logo-free take on luxury. A collaboration between Bottega Veneta Creative Director Tomas Maier and Art Director Sam Shahid, the book includes contributions from noted journalists (Matt Tyrnauer, Joan Juliet Buck, Ingrid Sishy, Kate Betts) and photos so luscious you can almost smell the leather.
French fashion blogger Garance Doré graced Dallas in November for a fête in her honor at NM NorthPark. Garance’s devoted readers came out in droves to meet the famous fashion illustrator, blogger and photographer. NM styling director Darlys Michaelis took the stage with her to talk (interspersed with contagious bursts of laughter) fashion, favorite trends, and styling tricks. Watch the entire conversation and fashion presentation styled by Garance below.
Garance Doré shares a laugh with a fan.
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After the on-stage conversation Darlys, like any true fashion fan, asked Garance to autograph her Fendi handbag…
...all smiles.
The perfect holiday gift for the Garance Doré reader in your life? This coin purse the blogger designed for Kate Spade NY.
Balenciaga‘s motorcycle handbag secured “it” bag status in 2000 and hasn’t let go. Its signature slouchy shape, supple leather and metal hardware make the tote one of the most iconic accessories on the market today.
Starting in the Spring the legendary label will bring back hardware in gold and retire rose gold. Therefore, if you’re drawn to the allure of the gold and copper alloy, now is the time to invest. With rose gold phasing out this season, and with designer Nicolas Ghesquiere stepping down, this may be your last chance to snag this specific style from the century-old house.
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!
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!
