The holiday season started with a sparkle as Saks Fifth Avenue and Dior unveiled their enchanting “Carousel of Dreams” window collaboration. The glittering Monday night event saw fashion icons and celebrities like Jennifer Lawrence, Rachel Zegler, and Alexandra Daddario gather for an unforgettable evening.
A Festive Prelude
The celebration began at The Vault inside Saks, where guests enjoyed pre-show drinks and delectable bites. The atmosphere was electric with anticipation for the grand unveiling.
A Starry Affair Across the Street
As evening fell, the crowd moved across the street for the big reveal. Wrapped in cozy navy blankets provided by Dior and Saks, stars like Ashley Park, Maya Hawke, and Nina Dobrev awaited the spectacle in style. Tracee Ellis Ross was spotted alongside Dior’s women’s creative director, Maria Grazia Chiuri, adding a touch of glamour to the event.
A Tribute to Dreams and Magic
Delphine Arnault, CEO of Christian Dior Couture, captured the essence of the night, highlighting the collaboration’s creativity and passion. The facade and 24 windows, blending Parisian and New York landmarks with Dior’s elegance, were a year in the making.
Jennifer Lawrence: The Graceful Ambassador
House ambassador Jennifer Lawrence charmed the crowd, expertly handling a wardrobe mishap with her belt. Her heartfelt speech set the stage for the light show, expressing her pride in being part of the Dior family and the joy of celebrating the holidays in such a magical setting.
A Ballet of Lights and Dance
As the facade lit up, Fifth Avenue transformed into a stage for the Martha Graham Dance Company. Sixty ballerinas, donned in navy costumes designed by Grazia Chiuri, danced in front of the astrological and nature-themed windows. The showstopper was the wheel of fortune-like facade, inspired by Pietro Ruffo’s motif for Dior’s Cruise 2024 line.
Fireworks and Festivities
The spectacle reached its climax with fireworks bursting from the Saks rooftop, perfectly timed to a mesmerizing three-and-a-half-minute light show. The display was a visual narrative of creation, nature, and the enchantment of winter, showcasing the advancement in technology and artistry in window displays.
An Unforgettable After-Party
The night concluded at Saks’ L’Avenue restaurant, where guests like Zegler, Dobrev, and Daddario enjoyed cocktails and gourmet treats. The evening was not just a display of fashion and art but a celebration of the festive spirit, marking one of the most memorable events of the 2023 holiday season.
This dazzling evening at Saks and Dior wasn’t just a window unveiling; it was a carousel of dreams, turning the ordinary into extraordinary, and reminding us that fashion and fantasy go hand in hand during the holiday season.
