Neiman Marcus Celebrates This Year’s Holiday Fantasy Gifts With Simu Liu, Zooey Deschanel, More in LA
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Some of the most extravagant gifts of the season have arrived. Neiman Marcus has dropped the 97th edition of its iconic Christmas Book, which features the 2023 Fantasy Gifts and this season’s luxurious finds in a travel-inspired campaign.
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The luxury department retailer fêted its fantastical holiday offerings on Tuesday with a star-studded celebration at West Hollywood’s legendary Sunset Tower, where Neiman Marcus’ president Ryan Ross and chief brand officer Nabil Aliffi were joined by guests including Zooey Deschanel, Simu Liu, Quinta Brunson, Justin Mikita, Rainey Qualley, Yeardly Smith, stylist Jessica Paster, Emma Brooks, Zack Lugo and more. Attendees enjoyed a live acoustic performance by Leon Bridges and took home Baublebar ornaments and other treats.
The evening also showcased this year’s decadent Fantasy Gifts ($75,000-$975,000) that benefit charities including the Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation, U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Foundation, Pelorous Foundation, Detroit Opera House and others. Up for grabs is chance to be transformed into an animated character by Disney Animation Studios, a once-in-a-lifetime walk-on role at an American ballet Theater performance, a trip to Paris with Ralph Lauren and Team USA to the 2024 Olympics, design experiences with Nina Magon in Milan and Baccarat in New York, a yachting treasure hunt through Indonesia, a breathtaking escape with Maison Chopard to the 2024 Cannes Film Festival and a one-of-a-kind experience in Detroit where you’ll customize your very own electric Cadillac Carmen Celestiq car.
Neiman Marcus also debuted a holiday campaign video starring Jessica Stam, Kerolyn Soares, Paco Dique and Matthew Bell. Inspired by the glamour of travel, the short film sees its stars traveling in a whimsical train car as they experience gifts of fantasy and wonder.
Throughout the holiday season, the retailer will also host in-store events ranging from visits from Santa
Below, shop some of the best designer gifts from Neiman Marcus for every type of person and price point — from best-selling beauty tools and kitchen gear, to little luxuries and fashion finds – and see more from the department store’s gift guides online here.
FOR THE HOST
Aesop Rousing Rhythms Geranium Body Trio
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Aesop’s best-selling Geranium scent comes in this three-piece body cleanser, balm and scrub set that’s perfect as a stocking stuffer for your favorite host or traveler.
FOR THE HIGH-TECH BEAUTY LOVER
Dyson Airwrap
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Loved by Oprah, celebrity makeup artist Priscilla Ono and many other Hollywood insiders, the Dyson Airwrap — which simultaneously dries and styles hair of all textures and lengths — won’t disappoint the beauty buffs on your list.
FOR THE FRAGRANCE FIEND
Diptyque Eau Nabati Eau de Parfum
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Diptyque’s Eau Nabati fragrance evokes “a vast desert oasis untouched by time” with its warm, citrus-infused scent featuring notes of bergamot, petitgrain, honeyed spice, immortelle flowers and Balsam of Peru.
FOR THE FOODIE
24-Piece Holiday Petit Fours
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Treat your sweet-toothed loved one to this 24-piece of milk and white chocolate petit fours with charming holiday designs.
FOR SKINCARE ENTHUSIASTS
Neiman Marcus Beauty Holiday Advent Calendar 2023
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This Advent calendar lets skin-care aficionados open 24 days worth of beauty surprises.
FOR STYLISH GUYS
Neiman Marcus Men's Cashmere Full-Zip Hoodie
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This cozy cashmere sweater is a casual-luxe upgrade to a classic hoodie.
FOR BFFS
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet
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Bring some conflict-free sparkle to their holidays with this 18-karat yellow gold tennis bracelet featuring 2 carats of lab-grown white diamonds – making it a great gift for the eco- and socially-conscious gem collector.
FOR THE KIDS
Neiman Marcus Kids 2-in-1 Dollhouse and Play Kitchen
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Upgrade kids’ play dates with this chic dollhouse and make-believe kitchen in one.
FOR THE SPORTS STAR
Jonathan Adler Sorrento Pickleball Gift Set
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Whether they’re new to the game or looking to add flair to the court, gift your sporty giftee Jonathan Adler’s colorful Sorrento pickleball gift set.
FOR THE SUN WORSHIPPER
Miu Miu Mirrored Acetate Cat-Eye Sunglasses
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Let your sun-loving giftee dress up (and protect their eyes in style with Miu Miu’s cool acetate cat-eye sunglasses.
FOR TECHIES
Ohom UI Self-Heating Mug
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Ohom’s self-heating mug boasts a sleek design that’ll keep coffee and tea at the perfect drinking temperature of 130°F.
FOR BAG COLLECTORS
Dolce & Gabbana DG Girls Flap Leather Chain Crossbody Bag
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Designer devotees will be happy to unwrap Dolce & Gabbana’s flap leather chain cross-body bag featuring the Italian fashion house’s decadent DG logo.
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