Neiman Marcus Christmas Catalog: Extravagant Fantasy Gifts For 2024

From an 18th-century Spanish carriage to a luxurious photo safari in Namibia, the retailer is bringing fantasy to life with a theme inspired by the nostalgic quality of fairytales.

18th Century Royal Family Calèche

Neiman Marcus is famous for its outrageous annual Christmas Book catalog, where money is often no object, and the gifts offer the ultimate bragging rights. Every year, the iconic store offers many over-the-top items and a few more affordable luxury products we can all enjoy.

Among this year's book's most original and exclusive listings are an 18th-century Royal Carriage, a photo safari to Africa, and a Manolo Blahnik shopping spree in London.

Nabil Aliffi, Chief Brand Officer, Neiman Marcus, tells me, “We’ve perfected the Neiman Marcus Fantasy Gifts curation down to an art. Each year, we present once-in-a-lifetime experiences and exclusive items that transcend luxury, embodying the very essence of the extraordinary. Fantasy Gifts reflect the ultimate access that Neiman Marcus provides to its customers. This tradition has been a mainstay for our clients since 1959, and it marks the launch of the holiday season. The 2024 gifts channel our theme, ‘A Neiman’s Fantasy,’ inspired by the nostalgic quality of fairytales and storybook wonder. The pleasure of gifting something one-of-a-kind has to be the greatest gift of all!”

Here are a few of the most unique and bespoke selections for 2024:

18th Century Royal Family Carriage

Take home this stunning historic carriage dating back to the 18th Century, once owned by the Spanish royal family. This seven-foot-long calèche (carriage) dates back to the 18th-century Spanish royal family—specifically King Charles III, a pivotal figure in modernizing and positioning Spain as a dominant European power. His father, King Philip V, was the grandson of King Louis XIV of France and the first Bourbon monarch to rule Spain. He established an enduring legacy that lives on today through his descendant, the reigning King of Spain, Felipe VI.

Designed for a princely child, the carved wood and iron carriage is adorned on all sides with pastoral scenes that showcase the painters’ skill in immortalizing their world through polychrome paint. Each gilded panel is crowned by a Greek-style frieze and bordered by chiseled Baroque moldings, reflecting the rich blend of artistic influences in Spain at the time. With only a few comparable royal carriages still in existence today in the Palace of Versailles, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to possess an exceptional aristocratic artifact.

Our Habitas Namibia

A one-of-a-kind Messika necklace is paired with a trip to Our Habitas Namibia, which includes a flying photographic safari accompanied by award-winning photographer and filmmaker Ami Vitale and an added visit to the Messika diamond polishing facility.

You will start your journey at Our Habitas Namibia, a unique luxury escape nestled within a vast nature reserve in the Kalahari savannah for a five-night stay. Embark on a two-day flying safari led by award-winning photographer and documentary filmmaker Ami Vitale, who will reveal how to take wildlife photos like a pro. Next, take a private tour of Messika’s diamond-polishing factory with a member of the Messika family, where sustainable practices and traceable diamonds are integral to the company’s ethos. As part of your exclusive experience, you’ll receive a stunning 18.05-carat fancy yellow diamond necklace.

In between adventures, enjoy daily gourmet meals and wellness activities, including a 60-minute massage and full body mask for you and your guest at the spa at Our Habitas Namibia. Then, immerse yourself in ancient South African culture with a bush braai, an outdoor ritual using an open flame to prepare dinner. Along with the unforgettable memories made, you and your guest will each take home two professional cameras, two lenses, and a rolling case, adding significant value to your experience. Also, your favorite safari photos taken by Vitale will be printed, framed, and shipped to your home to relive the experience for a lifetime.

Ginori 1735 Fine Porcelain Experience

Experience crafting fine porcelain with Ginori 1735 in Florence, Italy. ​You will be immersed in the art of creating fine porcelain during your experience with Ginori 1735. The brand is renowned for crafting porcelain tableware and decorative pieces that have graced stately homes, royal palaces, and courtyards for nearly three centuries. During this three-day experience for you and three of your friends, stay at a five-star hotel where you’ll discover the rich history of Ginori 1735’s global flagship at the Palazzo Ginori and learn the intricacies of hand-decorated porcelain from their master artisans. After discussing your creative ideas, the design team will bring your vision to life with a custom table setting for 12 destined to spark conversation each time you host.

As a special highlight, you’ll enjoy private access to the brand’s Minor Winter Garden dining room, where you’ll indulge in a chef’s catered dinner. This unparalleled experience is a rare opportunity to collaborate with one of the world’s most acclaimed porcelain brands in designing your family’s modern heirlooms that will be cherished for generations.

Manolo Blahnik VIP London Shopping Experience

Go behind the scenes of luxury shoemaking visiting London as a VIP guest of the iconic brand Manolo Blahnik. The designer is pulling back the curtain on shoemaking in the heart of London. You and a special guest will call the Connaught Hotel home for three nights—the iconic designer’s preferred spot with an award-winning cocktail bar and Michelin-starred restaurant. Plus, you will enjoy “Manolo’s London,” visiting some of his favorite locations around town. During your stay, venture to the original Manolo Blahnik boutique in Chelsea for a VIP shopping experience, where you’ll each receive two pairs of shoes, with the option to have them monogrammed.

You will enjoy tea with Kristina Blahnik, the brand’s CEO, and niece of the living legend, within the elegant Grade 1-listed Mayfair Townhouse. Immersed in the house’s legacy of heritage and craftsmanship, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss the design process and the inspiration behind seasonal collections. You’ll be privileged to attend the UK’s first-ever Marie Antoinette exhibit at the prestigious Victoria and Albert Museum and be invited to attend one of the opening celebrations for the Manolo Blahnik–sponsored historical exhibition with a guided tour. To close your visit in proper English fashion, you’ll dine at one of the designer’s all-time favorite British restaurants, Wiltons in St. James’s.

Marylin Fitoussi VIP Style Experience

A personalized style experience around Paris, accompanied by Marylin Fitoussi, the costume designer from the hit television series Emily in Paris.

You and your closest confidant arrive for a three-night stay at a luxury Parisian hotel and glamorous style experience with Marylin Fitoussi herself, the glorious, iconic, award-winning costume designer of Emily in Paris. This unbelievable adventure begins with a virtual meeting with Fitoussi before your arrival in the City of Light to discuss your personal style and help define the many stops you’ll make on your insider shopping tour. From Fitoussi’s favorite vintage boutiques to visits with emerging fashion talent and other hidden gems, this is a Paris fashion tour to remember.

After a day of collecting new sartorial treasures, you’ll dine with Fitoussi and actor Jean-Christophe Bouvet, who plays exuberant designer Pierre Cadault, at one of Fitoussi’s favorite bistros. Your VIP treatment continues with an exclusive behind-the-scenes showcase of costumes from the hit series, followed by a personal fitting with Fitoussi and hair and makeup from members of the Emmy-nominated glam team. Then, you will steal the spotlight as you pose for a professional photoshoot before a night out at the famed Crazy Horse Paris cabaret, complete with a VIP tour led by one of the dancers and a champagne toast backstage before the show. Using a $25,000 shopping voucher, you and your companion will each depart with two head-to-toe styled ensembles, ensuring you can continue to live out your real-life main-character fantasies.

Miron Crosby Celestial Boots & Astrological Reading

A custom boot inspired by the night sky in West Texas and a reading from the astrologer to the stars, Rosie Cutter.

Introducing the Starry Night Boot, a limited-edition reimagining of Miron Crosby’s bestselling Margretta silhouette designed exclusively with Neiman Marcus. The Dallas-based luxury fashion cowboy boot brand cuts lasts, and stitches each boot by hand, combining time-honored techniques with a sartorial wit beloved by collectors and celebrities alike. Each distinctive creation twinkles with intricately placed pavé diamond stars set in 18-karat gold against lustrous jet-black leather, mirroring the captivating beauty of the night sky with every step. Another exceptional detail is the inclusion of naturally sourced turquoise, which is thought to bring wearers protection and good luck. More than 3,000 stones adorn each pair. Along with your purchase of these wearable works of art, you’ll receive a personalized virtual reading from international astrologer to the stars Rosie Cutter. Crafted with your sense of style, these bespoke boots will elevate your look and add Western flair.

Judith Leiber Couture Crystal Mahjong Set

Indulge your love of sparkle with a one-of-a-kind Judith Leiber Couture mahjong set, an exquisite collector’s piece bound to dazzle your opponents. For over 60 years, the famed luxury accessories brand has illuminated red carpets, museums, and sophisticated celebrations with crystal-encrusted creations best defined as functional objets d’art that elevate any ensemble or event with imaginative design and meticulous craftsmanship. This extraordinary game set embodies the same enchanting creativity, featuring 156 metallic hand-cut Italian resin tiles enclosed within your minaudiere. The handbag’s colorful mosaic butterfly motif—a nod to Neiman Marcus’s signature symbol—is bejeweled with over 10,000 crystals that took an expert artisan 80 hours to set by hand. Your custom gift also includes a polished handle and shoulder chain with an exclusive Judith Leiber Couture X Neiman Marcus medallion attached, giving you multiple ways to wear your treasure in winning style, whether gaming on the go or accessorizing your look.

For each Fantasy Gift sold, a philanthropic donation will be made to The Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation. The retailer is also continuing its longstanding partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America through a point-of-sale fundraising campaign, and seasonal hiring initiatives that help graduating Club members begin their careers with Neiman Marcus. This commitment to social responsibility is a hallmark of the brand.

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