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December 9, 2016
Feature: Discovering Special Holiday Gifts at Barneys New York
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BARNEYS NEW YORK
Three Voices on the Meaning of Gifts
A Dreamy Christmas Dazzled by Stardust
As the streets begin to sparkle with lights, the holiday season, with its uplifting spirit, draws near. It's a time when we find more occasions to give gifts, expressing our gratitude. Choosing a gift that reflects the recipient's personality, for both the giver and the receiver, is one of the joys of this season. Barneys New York's holiday theme this year is “DAZZLING STARDUST.” Barneys New York is a treasure chest brimming with hints for finding the perfect gift. To its Ginza flagship store, stylist Yoshiyuki Shimazu, actress Yuki Akimoto, and model Hio Miyazawa visited to select gifts they truly wish to give, sharing their thoughtful considerations.
*The top video is an edited compilation of interior footage from the Ginza and Roppongi stores.
Photographs by TEKEMI YABUKIStyling by YOSHIYUKI SHIMAZUHair & Make-up by TOMITA SATOText by TOMOKO HIRASAWA
Discovering Special Holiday Gifts at Barneys New York
Holiday Gifts from Barneys New York
As adults, we tend to have most things we need. That's why I want to observe the person carefully and give them something they truly need right now.” Stylist Yoshiyuki Shimazu, talent Yuki Akimoto, and model Hio Miyazawa, who believe that gifts should be chosen with the recipient in mind, each explored Barneys New York with their loved ones in mind to select their gifts.
Yoshiyuki Shimazu on His Gift-Giving Philosophy
Born in Kumamoto Prefecture. Moved to the U.S. in his teens, then to Europe, where he began his career as a stylist. He currently works on creative direction and styling for fashion magazines, as well as for commercials and advertisements.
“Presents should be sparkling. I always want to give gifts, and above all, I want them to have that ‘sparkle.’” Shimazu shares his approach to choosing gifts.
Yuki Akimoto on Her Gift-Giving Philosophy
Active across a wide range of fields as a model, talent, and actress. She has launched a regular column in the magazine ‘STORY.’ “I love the excitement of opening a box, and the time spent choosing a gift while thinking of the giver. The gift boxes at Barneys New York, in particular, are so elegant they make my heart flutter.” Akimoto shares her thoughtful gift-selection process.
Hio Miyazawa on His Gift-Giving Philosophy
Born in California, USA, in 1994. A model exclusively for the men's fashion magazine ‘MEN'S NON-NO.’ “I love planning surprises, so I meticulously plan the method, location, and timing of the gift presentation.” Miyazawa, a 22-year-old university student, shares his thoughtful approach to gift-giving.
Choosing Gifts with a Dreamy, Romantic Spirit
Barneys New York's Holiday Campaign: “DAZZLING STARDUST”
Barneys New York presents a dazzling collection of holiday gifts designed to be cherished by both giver and receiver. We invite you to immerse yourself in the joy of selecting presents, inspired by the exquisite items curated from around the world, while thinking of your loved ones. Here, we've handpicked 21 gift ideas. At Barneys New York, you're sure to find gifts that will make your time with loved ones shine even brighter.
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