Air Date: Monday, December 22, 2008
Luxury
OK, let's get the disclaimer out there first. In tough economic times, many are holding back on holiday spending, but that doesn't mean there are not luxurious gift options out there, and whether you can afford them or not, as Seven's Craig Stevens shows us, it's still fun to check out these Hot for the Holidays sensations.
WSVN -- The presents on these pages are pricey, but for many, the yearly Neiman Marcus Christmas Book is a fun way to see the season's most lavish, unusual and sure-to-please pleasures.
Like this time-honored tradition: the watch. Cough up the $30,000 in cash for this Cartier diamond-laced beauty, and it's a guaranteed hit.
Speaking of hits, you can strum this guitar in style set with Swarovski crystals. It'll set you back $22,750.
Not musically inclined? How about a game of chess? This Waterford wonder is a mere $15,000, checkmate.
Wedding bells in the future? $1.3 million delivers a nuptial like no other, a California coastal ceremony with every decadent detail down to a science.
Wondering what the building blocks to a good marriage are? Maybe building blocks. More specifically, Legos. An artist creates life-like Legos of you and your spouse for $120,000 big ones.
In the I-have-no-idea-what-to-get-my-favorite-football-fan-and-we-have-a-really-big-backyard category, how about an entire Dallas Cowboys endzone? The complete Cowboys package is priced at half-a-million. No word on donning your digs in Dolphins decor.
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then this $100,100 titanium motorcycle speaks for itself.
Need a ride right away? This collection of cool cars in Coral Gables are guaranteed to add some sizzle to your spending.
Ken Gorin: "We traditionally have done very, very well holiday time. That's why you see the cars with the bows. We are trying to make a hint."
Hint, hint, how about this 2009 Jaguar XF priced at 55 grand. It doesn't look like your grandparent's or even your parent's Jag.
Frank Consuegra: "The brand has gone on a departure from its older looks to something new, more revolutionary."
Frank Consuegra: "Your air vents rotate open."
There's no international intrigue in shopping for the 007 fan in your life. Check out the Aston Martin.
Or...
Frank Consuegra: "This car was featured in 'Iron Man.'"
This $56,000 2009 Audi A-5.
Frank Consuegra: "This is the car for someone that you might say is getting out of school or young executive."
If you're looking to spend a little less, you can make sure your guy can at least smell like Ferrari.
Lisette Lacosta: "They are great Italian colognes, and it's for the Ferrari enthusiast."
At the end of the day, whether it's Ferrari cologne, a Ferrari itself or just the dream of one, this season, it's all about spending wisely.
Ken Gorin: "I think that no matter how much money you have, what is important today is that it's a smart buy."
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
The Christmas Book
Neiman Marcus
1-800-825-8000
www.neimanmarcus.com/christmasbook
The Collection
200 Bird Road
Coral Gables, FL 33146
(305) 444-5555
http://www.thecollection.com/
