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Boston: Neiman Marcus, 30 Years of In Circle

Neiman Marcus recently celebrated the 30th Anniversary of its InCircle loyalty program with an evening of fashion, cocktails and LIVE art by local artist Amy Kaufman. Amy wowed the crowd with the artful strokes of her brush, while cocktails were served in this season's favorite color: pink.

Neiman Marcus Style Advisor Dave Chen styled twenty-eight looks in a Spring and Summer fashion presentation featuring all of the trends for this season. Of course, no Neiman Marcus extravaganza is complete without delectable treats! Thanks to East Meets West Catering and Georgetown Cupcake, Spring continued right onto the plates! Music beats provided by the talented Scott Arrington of Murray Hill Talent.  

Let's see what SPRING has in store...

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tags: 30 years In Circle, Boston, Dave Chen, Fashion show, Neiman Marcus, Neiman Marcus In Circle, Neimans, boston fashion, boston style, fashion, neiman marcus boston, style
categories: boston, design, designers, fashion, shopping
Wednesday 04.16.14
Posted by Smita Jacob
 

Boston: Neiman Marcus, Forevermark

I'm always honored to photograph the fashion and beauty events at Neiman Marcus and at this time of the year it's especially nice to capture a little bling, or in this case A LOT of bling. I mean, what's more captivating than diamonds?

Forevermark knows how to do diamonds, and does it well.

This year, the most talked about diamond is a 25-carat rough diamond, which is part of the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book fantasty gift. At 1.85 million the fantasy gift includes a trip to De Beers' headquarters in London, a trip off Namibia's coast where the diamond was discovered, and the design of the diamond into a ring by award-winning jewelry designer Maria Canale.

The evening was hosted by Boston's own philanthropist Corinne Grousbeck, who was wearing the incredible L'Wren Scott necklace and whose birthday was celebrated with, what else, "diamond" encrusted cupcakes!

Here's how Neiman Marcus does it, a glittery evening with the lovely Maria Canale and her exquisite diamond creations...

 

 

Jeweler Maria Canale is bringing her exclusive collection of pieces to Neiman Marcus in Boston tonight in the hope that the spotlight piece — a necklace of raw and cut diamonds worn by actress Nicole Kidman and worth $1.6 million — will find a local buyer.

The Boston fantasy gift (if sold, $75,000 will be donated to the Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown) is an extension of the upscale department store’s famed Christmas Book. In the 2013 edition, shoppers with money to burn can drop $344,500 for a 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish Volante or $1.5 million for an outdoor entertainment system featuring a 201-inch screen and a state-of-the-art speaker system.

Canale plays a part in Neiman’s most expensive fantasy gift — a rare 25-carat Forevermark diamond, which she will design into a ring. The buyer of this $1.85 million gem also gets a trip to De Beers headquarters in London and a boat trip along the Namibian coast where the diamond was found.

“The (fantasy gift) diamond itself is the amount of the gift. It’s going to be pretty awesome,” said the New York-based designer. “We’re taking inquiries now, and we’ll see.”

Whether the diamond experience sells is almost beside the point for Canale, who enjoys its journey on the pop culture conversation circuit. On last week’s “Saturday Night Live,” Seth Meyers cracked a joke about Neiman’s luxury prize.“Give her the gift that says, ‘My wife can never know about us,’ ” he said.

Tonight’s visit to Neiman, hosted by philanthropist Corinne Grousbeck, promised to be glittering — even for women who could never imagine owning something so over-the-top luxe.

“It is a selling event, but it’s also inspiring people,” said Canale. “We take photos of them. We put the jewelry on them. For clothes, you can just try on a dress. But jewelry is a little more intimidating.”

Grousbeck thinks Canale’s necklace can sell tonight.

“It’s so simple,” she said. “I love when important jewelry is dressed down. So wearable and not in your face.”

- See more at: http://bostonherald.com/entertainment/style_fashion/2013/11/maria_canale_brings_her_sparkling_collection_to_boston#sthash.CG5nXwxU.dpuf
tags: Boston, Corinne Grousbeck, Designer, Forevermark, L'Wren Scott, Neimans, Wyc Grousbeck, diamonds, fashion, jewelry design, jewlery, maria canale
categories: boston, designers, jewelry, shopping
Tuesday 11.12.13
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 2
 

Boston: Neiman Marcus, Elizabeth Locke

Neiman Marcus is synonymous with luxury. The fineries of fashion, designer trends on the cusp, not to mention the fancifulness of giving.

The 2013-2014 collection of jewelry designer Elizabeth Locke, whose pieces are handmade in 19K gold, reflect the classic, historic, vibrant colors of a time past, yet designed for the modern day woman.

The influence of the arts of centuries before us are seen in luscious Venetian glass intaglios, intricately carved gambling pendants, Greek and Roman relief coin pieces finished in hammered gold, all exuding the precious quality of timeless heirlooms.

Elizabeth Locke brings GOLD to the 21st century...

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tags: Designer, Elizabeth Locke, Jewelry, Neiman Marcus, Neimans, gold, handcrafted jewelry, neiman
categories: boston, design, designers, jewellery, jewelry, shopping
Friday 10.11.13
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 2
 

Boston: Neiman Marcus, Beauty!

It's all about YOU at Neiman Marcus, this fall.

And for Boston's Back Bay Night Out, I was surrounded by the latest colors, treatments, fragrances and makeovers of the season, with lots of champagne, chocolate martinis, a lipstick reader and of course, BEAUTY...

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tags: BBNO, Beauty, Boston, Fall 2013, Neiman Marcus, Neiman Marcus beauty, Neimans, back bay night out, beauty boston, fall, makeup
categories: beauty, boston, fragrance, hair, makeup
Monday 09.16.13
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 2
 

Boston: Neiman Marcus, Longchamp

Neiman Marcus recently celebrated the launch of their Longchamp shop with festivities hosted by Lani. I was honored to be asked to photograph all the fun and fancy; easy to do when surrounded by luscious bags, macarons and champagne! Lucky Mariah won the Veau Foulonne tote in Fall's much sought after shade...take a look...Join me at the Longchamp party!

tags: Neiman Marcus, Neimans, bags, fall, fashion, handbags, longchamp, macarons, maroon bags for fall, shopping, totes
categories: bags, design, designers, fashion, product, shopping, style
Tuesday 12.11.12
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 9
 

Boston: Neiman Marcus, Forevermark by Maria Canale

I was delighted to capture the spirit of Neiman Marcus's Forevermark Diamond Collection designed by Maria Canale. With over 30 years of design experience, 20 of which was spent designing for Tiffany & Co., Canale has created many remarkable and recognizable collections. Needless to say, she is no stranger to 'romancing the stone'.

Luxurious is an understatement for these elegant and BRILLIANT baubles, but the true mark of a good diamond is where it comes from. Forevermark diamonds are sourced responsibly under fair practices from a small number of mines located in various countries including Botswana, where I grew up!

The line of rings, necklaces and earrings is the first collaboration between Canale and Forevermark for Neiman Marcus. Join me, along with Corinne Grousbeck, Katherine Chapman, Laura Rehnert, Gwenn Snider, Jeannie Blasberg and more for a night of champagne and diamonds galore!

Models are Adriana and Claire who I last photographed at Zac Posen!

tags: Boston, Corinne Grousbeck, Forevermark, Gwenn Snider, Jeannie Blasberg, Katherine Chapman, Laura Rehnert, Neiman Marcus, Neimans, maria canale, neiman marcus jewelry, neiman marcus show
categories: beauty, boston, design, designers, fashion, jewellery, jewelry, shopping
Tuesday 11.13.12
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 3
 

FNO Boston at Neiman Marcus!

On September 6 in Boston, Fashion's Night Out at Neiman Marcus celebrated the Art of Fashion!

Showcasing fall trends in Center Court, a "Go Baroque or Go Home" Styling bar by our favorite Style Advisor Dave Chen, intricate henna tattoos by Nomad Heart, and black and white (with a touch of colour) photographs, by yours truly, FNO Boston was just getting warmed up. Throw in some familiar faces like Amy, Kate + Jack, Jeff Lahens, Sarah and Jaime in the mix and you've got one hellava good night!

Where were you for FNO?

 

 

tags: Boston, Boston Bloggers, Dave Chen, FNO, FNOBoston, Fashion's Night Out, Neiman Marcus, Neimans, boston fashion, boston fno, neiman marcus fno, style
categories: beauty, boston, fashion
Saturday 09.08.12
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 7
 

Boston: Neiman Marcus, Savvy Chic

It's always a fabulous time at Neiman Marcus events, this time it was Savvy Chic, and the backdrop was whimsical and fun; the perfect setting for anyone who was feeling Savvy OR Chic.

tags: Boston, Neiman Marcus, Neimans, boston fashion events, events, maggie inc., models, neiman marcus savvy chic, savvy chic
categories: boston, fashion, photography, shopping
Thursday 05.03.12
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 4
 

Boston: Neiman Marcus, Savvy Chic Teaser

I always love shooting the fabulous fashion events Neiman Marcus puts on, this time it was Savvy Chic, and the backdrop was whimsical and fun; the perfect setting for anyone who was feeling Savvy OR Chic.

 Here's a fun teaser from the shoot. (Models L-R, Kerrin, Kacy, Jessica with Maggie, Inc. )

tags: Beauty, Boston, Neiman Marcus, Neimans, beauty boston, boston fashion events, kerrin smith, maggie inc., models, neiman marcus show, savvy chic, zac posen neimans
categories: beauty, boston, fashion, photography, shopping
Monday 04.30.12
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 6
 

Husbandswear III: The Elbow Patch

 

Has anyone gotten on the elbow patch bandwagon, yet?

I really love the idea but quickly realized that the patches don't quite line up with my elbows! So until I can find a petite sized blazer with elbow patches, I'll admire those who wear them well, like my husband (Bill Blass blazer).

I also love the look of Tweed in general, and the way it looks so put together, like these two. The first, a model styled by Roopal Patel when she presented at Neimans. The second, a gentleman at the races. And I'm loving the brightly coloured Tweed seen at the Chanel Spring 2012 show (as seen on my Pinterest).

How about you? 

Do you Elbow Patch or Tweed or Both?

tags: Neiman Marcus, Neimans, blazers, elbow patch, fashion, husbandswear, menswear, roopal patel, the elbow patch
categories: boston, design, designers, fashion, husbandswear, mens, photography, shopping
Friday 01.27.12
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 12
 

Zac Posen at Neiman Marcus

It was such an honour for me to cover Zac Posen at Neimans on November 8th, in Boston.  He was there to showcase his Spring 2012 collection recently shown at New York Fashion Week.

It's truly a breathtakingly elegant and romantic collection.

Everyone who was there last night was blown away by the glamour of the floor-skimming gowns, the cut, the fit, the detail.  Everything was simply fabulous!  Not to mention how nice it was to meet and talk to Mr. Posen!

Models: Adriana, Kerrin, Claire, Helen // Makeup: Le Metier // Hair: Mizu 

tags: Fashion in Boston, Neiman Marcus, Neimans, Zac Posen, Zac Posen Spring 2012, Zac Posen fashion, boston fashion, maggie inc., spring, spring 2012, spring fashion, zac posen in boston
categories: boston, designers, fashion, shopping
Thursday 11.10.11
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 23
 

Zac Posen at Neiman Marcus

It was a complete honour for me to cover Zac Posen at Neimans last night, in Boston.  He was there to showcase his Spring 2012 collection recently shown at New York Fashion Week.

Truly a breathtakingly elegant and romantic collection.

Everyone who was there last night was blown away by the glamour of the floor-skimming gowns, the cut, the fit, the detail.  Everything was simply fabulous!  Not to mention how nice it was to meet and talk to Mr. Posen!

Here's a teaser from last night's event.  More to follow!

Models (L-R) Adriana, Kerrin, Claire, Helen, Makeup by Le Metier, Hair by Mizu 

 

 

tags: Neiman Marcus, Neimans, Zac Posen, Zac Posen Spring 2012, maggie inc., spring, spring 2012, spring forward, zac posen in boston, zac posen neimans
categories: boston, design, fashion, photography
Wednesday 11.09.11
Posted by Smita Jacob
Comments: 7