Neiman Marcus Charlotte

PHOTOGRAPHY BY Christina Hussey

Peachy the Magazine’s fabulous partnership with Neiman Marcus continued on October 27 with a special collaboration with Neiman Marcus Charlotte. The exclusive Splurge or Steal runway presentation and cocktail party, which filled up within 24 hours, included thoughtfully curated Splurge or Steal looks showcasing chic fall trends.

Like our Dallas event in September, the event honored my late grandmother’s zest for life and love for all things beautiful. The ever-so-stylish Peachy, who adored bold prints and statement jewelry, would have loved it!

As I shared with the chic Charlotte women attending the event, my beloved grandmother used to load all of her “girls” in her red Cadillac and take us to shop and have lunch at Neiman’s in Dallas. She loved nothing more than for us to come home and do a fashion show for her with our new clothes.

At the Splurge or Steal event, guests were treated to wine, champagne and light bites. We couldn’t have put this event together without Kristin Jackson, head of PR and Marketing at Neiman Marcus Charlotte. During the runway show, Kristin and I described and discussed each look presented by our gorgeous models. It was an informal and interactive affair, with guests able to ask questions, touch the fabrics and try on favorites after the show.

Based on the success of the fall event—including the enthusiastic, “sell-out” crowd—Peachy is already planning a spring fashion show with our fabulous friends at Neiman Marcus. Here are a few of our favorite looks from the evening.

Joie Chyanne Metallic Sweater $268 (Now $218 with code NOVSAVE), Joie Gredan Long Cardigan $598, J Brand 620 Super Skinny Stardust Jeans $248, Christian Louboutin Otaboo Spike-Toe Bootie $1,295, Gucci Soho Metallic Tote Bag $1,650

Alice + Olivia Patty Embroidered Dress $495 (Now $395 with code NOVSAVE), Joie Jemina Over-The-Knee Boot $378 (Now $328 with code NOVSAVE), Rebecca Minkoff Leo Envelope Clutch $95

Elie Tahari Antoinette Blazer Jacket $478 (Now $378 with code NOVSAVE), Vince Shirred Top (similar) $295 Rag & Bone/JEAN Leather Ankle Pants $979, Jimmy Choo Romy Crystal Pump $1,050, Saint Laurent Tri-Quilt West Hollywood Clutch $990

Alice + Olivia Lonnie Embellished Bomber $695, Vince Pleated Blouse $325, FRAME Le Crop Coated Jeans $239, Prada Bicolor Velvet Platform Sandal $825, Chloe Faye Crossbody Bag $795

Diane von Furstenberg Aleni Blouse (similar) $268, Diane von Furstenberg Melita A-Line Midi Skirt $798, Joie Chap Suede Tassel Bootie (similar) $398, Chloe Fringe-Trim Shoulder Bag $2,390

Elie Tahari Nadya Velvet Blouse (similar) $298 (Now $248 with code NOVSAVE), 7 For All Mankind The Skinny Ankle Brocade Velvet Jeans $199, Christian Louboutin Metallic Pump $675, Prada Quilted Shoulder Bag $2,100

Milly Reversible Fit-&-Flare Dress $375 (Now $325 with code NOVSAVE), Christian Louboutin Folklo Embroidered Velvet Pump $1,795, Bottega Veneta Woven Satin Clutch $1,580