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SEASON TO SPLURGE: Neiman Marcus unveils 2019 Christmas Book, Fantasy Gifts

From a limited-edition 007 Aston Martin to a Michelin-starred Taste of Italy, the 2019 Fantasy Gifts will make your eyes sparkle!
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DALLAS, Texas — The wait is over! Luxury retailer Neiman Marcus has revealed the 2019 edition of their Christmas Book!

"The Neiman Marcus Christmas Book and our Fantasy Gifts are a tradition that customers look forward to year-after-year,”said Lana Todorovich, President and Chief Merchandising Officer, Neiman Marcus. “For the 60th anniversary of Fantasy Gifts, we’ve pulled out all the stops–both with the gifts themselves and the way we’re unveiling them to customers.”

This year’s Christmas Book also presents an assortment of extraordinary holiday gifts across a broad range of categories and price points. A few notable and exclusive gifts include a Neiman Marcus-edition Moët & Chandon Vending Machine ($35,000), a Versace Punching Bag ($1,550), a Bey Berk Cigar Humidor ($165) and a Funboy Holiday Inflatable Snowmobile ($99), just to name a few.  

However, let's talk about the pages everyone flips to when they get the book: FANTASY GIFTS!

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If you're really looking to splurge this Christmas season, look no further than these incredible gifts and experiences:

  • 007 Aston Martin Designed by Daniel Craig, Limited-Edition OMEGA Watch ($700,007) - Fulfill your secret agent fantasies in an Aston Martin DBS Superleggera designed by 007 himself, Daniel Craig. Available in a run of seven—naturally—each limited-edition car comes in a beautiful inky blue and features a powerful twin-turbo 5.2-liter V12 engine, producing immense torque and extraordinary in-gear performance. As if that weren’t enough, you’ll also receive one of only seven limited-edition, all-platinum Seamaster Diver 300M OMEGA timepieces—each featuring a unique hand-engraved case back—plus tickets to the world premiere of "No Time to Die," the 25th installment in the James Bond series. 
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  • Experience Fashion Week like an industry insider ($250,000) - Your fashion fantasies will come to life as you and a plus-one jet to New York City to join a Neiman Marcus insider at Fashion Week. Sit front row at four of the week’s most coveted shows—you’ll get to pick a look from each designer—hobnob with designers backstage, and reminisce over the view from the front row with cocktails in hand at Neiman Marcus at Hudson Yards. You’ll enjoy five-star treatment from doorstep to red carpet, and you’ll look good while doing it, thanks to hair, makeup, and styling courtesy of Neiman Marcus.
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  • Star in a "Makeup by Mario" Instagram video ($400,000) - It’s every beauty junkie’s dream come true: an hour in the chair of makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic. Travel to meet up with Mario for a personalized makeup session, and see for yourself why celebrities around the world book him a year in advance. He’ll do your makeup using some of his favorite products from Neiman Marcus, and you’ll be featured on his Instagram channel, where he’ll showcase your ultimate beauty look. The fun doesn’t end there. You’ll receive tickets to The Masterclass, Mario’s sought-after makeup master class, including a special meet-and-greet and photo opportunity with Mario. Finally, you’ll also receive a special package with some of the products Mario used during your glam experience.
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  • Go behind the scenes at Boucheron ($695,000) - A treasure trove awaits at 26 Place Vendôme in Paris, home of Maison Boucheron since 1893. You and your guest will enjoy luxury accommodations, including two nights at Le 26, Boucheron’s stunning Place Vendôme apartment. Among the first and few to stay in this highly exclusive apartment, which was added during a recent refurbishment of the historic building, formally known as Hôtel de Nocé, you’ll enjoy five-star treatment from beginning to end. During your stay, you’ll also meet Boucheron Creative Director Claire Choisne and enjoy exclusive access to the house’s workshops and design studio, where you’ll get an up-close look at the artistry that goes into creating each spectacular piece. To commemorate the experience, you’ll take home the exclusive Perle au Trèsor, a precious object d’art that opens to reveal a necklace, a bracelet, and two brooches. Très magnifique.
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  • Pet Paradise by Rockstar Puppy and Denise Richards ($70,000) - Does your dog feel most at home in a Cape Cod beach cottage or a Brooklyn brownstone? Maybe his style’s more mid-century modern with a traditional twist. In any case, make your pampered pet feel right at home in a one-of-a-kind doghouse, produced in collaboration with Rockstar Puppy, purveyors of a luxe canine lifestyle, and actress/animal lover Denise Richards. Houses are designed to your specifications inside and out, and nothing is off limits. You’ll share your vision with Jessica Clark, the creative mind behind Rockstar Puppy, discuss the design with Denise via video chat, and then Rockstar Puppy will work its magic, bringing your unique creation to life.
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  • Create a couture pair of Christian Louboutins ($125,000) - Imagine jetting to Paris to paint the town red à la Christian Louboutin. You and a guest will visit the designer’s favorite haunts and browse the original Christian Louboutin boutique on rue Jean Jacques Rousseau, where you’ll select five pairs from the latest collection. Next, you’ll visit the designer’s atelier and work with the atelier director and a group of master artisans to design your very own one-of-a-kind custom couture show. Wine and dine at Michelin-starred restaurant, Divellec, enjoy a show at the legendary cabaret club, the Crazy Horse, and call it a night in one of two signature suites at the luxurious Mandarin Oriental, Paris, an award-winning, five-star hotel on chic rue Saint-Honoré. After you’ve bid Paris au revoir and returned home, your one-of-a-kind pair of shoes and an original sketch of the design from Mr. Louboutin himself will be delivered to your door.
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  • Kick it in Tokyo with a sneaker legend ($110,000) - Live for the latest drops? This is your chance for all-access to the mastermind of cool collaborations, Jeff Staple. You’ll head to Tokyo to meet the designer and streetwear icon for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Visit Jeff’s favorite boutiques, enjoy a private dinner with Jeff at his favorite restaurant, Narisawa, and stay at Aman Tokyo, a five-star hotel conveniently located near the shopping hubs of Ginza and Shibuya. Then, every collector’s dream: Throughout 2020, you’ll also receive a minimum of eight Staple collaborations, each with a signed letter of authenticity from Jeff himself, with the option to have each piece signed.
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  • Enjoy a very VIP taste of Italy ($200,000) - Calling all foodies: This gift’s for you. Take a once-in-a-lifetime trip for two kicking off in Modena, Italy, at Casa Maria Luigia, Chef Massimo Bottura's exclusive country house. Explore manicured grounds, enjoy a leisurely swim, and rest up for food and fun—and more food—in the days to come. Visit the Pastificio Di Martino factory, where you’ll experience a pasta making lesson with third-generation pasta maker Giuseppe Di Martino. And enjoy a cooking lesson from Chef Bottura, followed by dinner at an exclusive table inside the wine room of his three-Michelin-starred restaurant, Osteria Francescana. Continue with a guided tour of the local markets and a day spent driving exotic cars through the Emilia Romagna region, aka “Italy’s Motor Valley.”
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First published in 1926 as a 16-page booklet, the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book was initially intended as a Christmas card to the store’s best customers. Over the years, the book has evolved into a legendary source for alluring and spectacular gifts while maintaining its personal and timeless touch.

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