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This holiday season, lifestyle brand Anthropologie is bringing the magic of a classic performance into the home. In a new partnership with the New York City Ballet, the retailer has released an exclusive collection of homeware inspired by the visual splendor of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker®. This limited-edition line aims to capture the dreamlike quality of the famous ballet for everyone to enjoy.
From the stage to your home
The collection turns the fleeting beauty of the ballet into lasting decorative pieces. With 61 items available, the line features a diverse range of goods for decorating and entertaining. You can find plush blankets and embroidered throw pillows alongside ornaments that show the playful personality of the Mouse King and the elegance of the Sugarplum Fairy. The collection also features ceramic candles, and dinnerware and barware that catches the light. Every piece is made with rich textures and decorated details. The color choices were pulled from the look of twinkling winter lights, creating an atmosphere of holiday wonder.
The vision behind the collection
The creators of the collection wanted to give people a new way to experience the famous ballet.
“The Nutcracker has inspired audiences for generations, and through this collaboration we hope to encourage our customers to explore and delight in the season with the same joy and awe they feel when watching the ballet. We wanted each piece to carry a sense of surprise, ornate charm, and make the home more inviting and every holiday gathering a celebration.”
Katherine Finder, Chief Merchandising Officer at Anthropologie Home
The New York City Ballet also expressed excitement about seeing their work appear in a new form. “We are thrilled to see the artistry of New York City Ballet take on this life beyond the stage,” says Katherine Brown, Executive Director of New York City Ballet. “This collaboration brings the spirit of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® and Anthropologie’s artful allure into people’s homes, making the magic of this timeless ballet a part of holiday traditions in a new and exciting way.”
How to get the exclusive pieces
The Anthropologie x New York City Ballet collection is available now, but only at specific locations. Shoppers can find the full line exclusively at Anthropologie stores across the U.S. and the U.K., as well as on anthropologie.com. For those attending the ballet in person, a curated selection of items will also be available for purchase at the New York City Ballet Gift Shop. The prices for the collection start at $16 for individual ornaments and go up to $248 for a specialty hand-painted holiday nutcracker.
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