Neiman Marcus’ 2023 Fantasy Gifts Celebrate The Holidays with Disney, Diamonds, The Paris Olympics & More
Neiman Marcus‘ Fantasy Gifts for the 2023 holidays are here, ringing in the season with a variety of extravagant experiences.
The guide, aiming to share the magic behind gifting during the holiday season, includes one-of-a-kind presents that customers can purchase through Neiman Marcus’ Christmas Book. This year’s selection expands its range with unique opportunities, including trips to the Cannes Film Festival, the Paris Olympics and the experience to be animated by Disney. In the spirit of giving, each experience will also distribute a portion of its proceeds to an accompanying charity.
Neiman Marcus’ Fantasy Gifts were also showcased at the retailer’s holiday party at Sunset Tower Hotel, which included an array of themed holiday experiences to celebrate its new “” holiday campaign. The event featured a star-studded guest list, including Zooey Deschanel, Rainey Qualley and Simu Liu, complete with a live musical performance.
Below, discover all of the Fantasy Gifts from Neiman Marcus for the 2023 holiday season.
Cadillac’s Carmen Experience ($975,000)
This experience with Cadillac takes its recipient on a two-day trip to Detroit, where they will meet members of the Cadillac team to learn about the automotive brand’s new customizable Carmen Celestiq vehicle. The “Carmen Experience” occasion includes a look at the car’s design process at the Cadillac House and Artisan Center, with part of the gift’s proceeds benefitting the Detroit Opera House.
Disney’s ‘Your Wish Come True’ Experience ($510,000)
For Disney lovers, this gift allows its recipient to become a real Disney character. The experience, titled “Your Wish Come True,” features a private tour of Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, California, where the recipient will be invited to a Disney movie premiere and have their own character animated in a Walt Disney Animation Studios short. The gift also includes a donation to Make-a-Wish.
Cannes Film Festival with Chopard ($500,000)
In partnership with high jewelry brand Maison Chopard, this gift includes a trip to the Cannes Film Festival on the French Riviera. During the four-day experience, the recipient will walk the Festival’s red carpet and view one of its films, additionally receiving a $500,000 voucher to purchase a piece of Chopard High Jewelry. Part of the gift’s proceeds will be donated to the Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation.
Pelorus Yachting Treasure Hunt ($485,000)
For those craving a seaside getaway, Neiman Marcus is offering a yachting experience with Pelorus Yachting. During the nine-day-long trip to Indonesia, the recipient will arrive in Bali and board a Phinisi sailing yacht complete with diving, kayaking and spa treatments while visiting the area’s surrounding islands. The trip includes treasure hunt clues in the area’s jungles, caves and waterfalls, which will end with a $150,000 voucher for Neiman Marcus jewelry and a nighttime beach party — with proceeds from the gift benefiting the Pelorus Foundation.
Nina Magon Interior Design in Milan ($380,000)
Another destination gift features a four-day trip to Milan, complete with a visit to Lake Como, Michelin-star dinners, private museum tours and a meet-and-greet with various luxury brands’ CEOs. The occasion includes a meeting with interior designer Nina Magon, who will design a room in the recipient’s home. The experience is complete with a $100,000 voucher to buy Italian furniture, as well as 20 signed copies of Magon’s new book “Evoke.” Part of the proceeds will include the University of Texas’ MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Paris Olympcs 2024 with Ralph Lauren ($210,000)
To celebrate the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, this gift’s recipient will embark on a three-day trip to the City of Lights with Ralph Lauren — who is designing Team USA’s official uniforms for the occasion. The event will include attendance at the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony and two Olympic competitions, as well as a meal at Ralph’s and gifted pieces from the Ralph Lauren Team USA collection — all signed by the team’s athletes. For a sporty twist, the recipient will also receive access to dine and watch live Games broadcasts at the Team USA House. The Team USA Fund will receive a portion of this gift’s proceeds.
Performance in the American Ballet Theatre ($195,000)
This gift presents the recipient with the chance to dance in an American Ballet Theater (ABT) production, complete with a closed pre-performance class and dance rehearsal. On the first night of the new summer ’24 season, the recipient will attend a ballet performance with premier seats and a pre-performance toast. The following night will find the individual receiving a private stage tour, the opportunity to shadow a Principal Dancer and undergo hair, makeup and costuming ahead of their performance debut. The ABT will receive a donation from Neiman Marcus to mark the occasion.
Baccarat’s Immersive Crystal Experience ($75,000)
For a sparkling holiday spin, crystal brand Baccarat will host the recipient in its Baccarat Hotel in New York City, complete with a trip to its luxe Spa de la Mer, a private shopping appointment at its boutique and dinner from Michelin-star Chef Gabriel Kreuther. Following the New York trip, the recipient will fly to Paris for a private tour of Maison Baccarat to learn of the brand’s centuries of crystal design, complete with a Cristal Room dinner. The experience will be complete with a trip to the brand’s Ville de Baccarat, a Baccarat factory tour, meetings with Baccarat artisans and the chance for the recipient to blow their own crystal design; part of this gift’s proceeds will benefit the Heart of Neiman Marcus Foundation.