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WTF: Target to Partner with Neiman Marcus on a Holiday Collection

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Here’s a new economic indicator that to me show the US economy is far from healthy.  Luxury retailer Neiman Marcus (affectionately called Needless Mark-up by some) and Target (called by some the rich man’s Walmart) are joining forces.  YES, it’s absolutely shocking but true.  Here’s the scoop.  The two retailers will bring together 24 of America’s most talented designers to create a limited-edition holiday collection. Beginning Dec. 1,  in time for the busy holiday shopping season, the collection will be available at all Target and Neiman Marcus stores, as well as online at Target.com and NeimanMarcus.com.   This could be a good move for Neiman’s as I believe they do need to bring people into their stores with lower price point items.  
As for Target, well, Target needs a win too as I don’t think their Shops at Target strategy was a home run.   So what can consumers expect to see in this collection? It’s a pretty stunning mix of high-end brands and designers.  Personally, I can’t wait to see this.

The Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection includes an eclectic and diverse mix of more than 50 limited-edition gifting products. The collection ranges from $7.99 to $499.99, with most items less than $60. Designers who created pieces for the collection include:  Alice + Olivia, Altuzarra, Band of Outsiders, Brian Atwood, Carolina Herrera, Derek Lam, Diane von Furstenberg, Eddie Borgo, Jason Wu, Judith Leiber, Lela Rose, Marchesa, Marc Jacobs, Oscar de la Renta, Philip Crangi, Prabal Gurung, Proenza Schouler, Rag & Bone, Robert Rodriguez, Rodarte, Skaist-Taylor, Thom Browne, Tory Burch and Tracy Reese.  Here’s a fuller list of the designers below.

 


Stay tuned for more details!  Remember Jason Wu has already done his Target tour of duty with mixed results.

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Since 2008, Mary Hall has been the author of The Recessionista Blog, which is read by thousands of regular readers in over 160 countries. An internationally recognized expert on the art of the living the good life for less, she has been a commentator on local, national, and international radio and TV shows. Her advice has been featured in over 2,000 media outlets, including The New York Times, Reuters, Life & Style magazine, ABC News, NBC News and now The Huffington Post, among many others.

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