Hi friends, welcome back! Today I’m sharing Bergdorf’s holiday windows, and I always think they have the most unique and artistic displays of all the department stores. This years theme is “The Bergdorf Soiree” depicting “an ode to the city’s one-of-a-kind glamour during the festive season. Designed with clients in mind, the campaign embraces the elegance of “getting-ready moments,” champagne toasts with loved ones and the unforgettable fashion statements that define the thrill of a holiday evening in New York City” per their press release. I can’t say I’ve been to a holiday party that looks anything like what’s depicted in the windows, but I think they did a great job! Each window has so many intricate details, dimensions, and objects, but it somehow looks seamless. They say it takes 6,500 hours to create the windows and another 2,000 to install! I found some descriptions of the different scenes on Bergdorf’s Instagram:
“A Mad Hatter’s Bash,” a whimsical after-hours takeover featuring partygoers in sculptural hats—including one inspired by our famed chandelier.
“Masquerade Ball,” a surreal scene honoring creative professions—from poet to clockmaker—each character hidden behind an ornate disguise.
“Party Animals,” a jubilant cast of characters takes us on a fantastical birthday field trip
“Holiday Glow Up,” an exuberantly illuminated holiday block party.
“New Year’s Eve Countdown,” a dazzling mosaic of clocks, crystals, and movement celebrating the year’s final, electric moments.
There are little windows in between the main displays that are dripping in diamonds and designer pieces.
The windows on 58th Street give a little preview of what’s to come. They seem to always have an incredible gingerbread house in this window.
Across Fifth Avenue the men’s store has some festive scenes that are more realistic, but equally fun.
What do you think of Bergdorf’s holiday windows this year? I always enjoy their windows and can only imagine how much work went into them. The displays will be up until January 5th, 2026 if you find yourself in the city.
So fun to see the window dresser’s ideas. Some you would never have thought of. Quite different than the last windows you showed. Happy Wednesday Lyssy. Allan
It is fun to see their imagination and creativity! My brain could not come up with something like this.
They are very eclectic. The first few have so much going on, I don’t know where to look! I love the gingerbread house and the dancing couple on NYE the most. Thanks for the tour Lyssy! Maggie
There’s so much going on it’s hard to even do them justice! Apparently inside there is a Swarovski gingerbread house worth over $50,000!
These displays are so far removed from anything my logical-brain imagination could come up with (except for the gingerbread house) that I can’t help but admire them. Whimsical, eclectic… there’s a whole host of words reserved for this sort of thing. Maybe Alice-in-Wonderland-y. Your comment about the hours invested to create/install blew me away, but also speaks to the profit margin on their products!
Me too! They are a bit Alice-in-Wonderlandy-y and it’s hard to even do them justice with all the different textures and depth. I think each item they sell has a huge profit margin! I feel like the average person that enjoys their displays typically doesn’t shop at Bergdorfs.
Those definitely don’t look like any sort of party I’ve ever attended either but you have got to give them huge props for such creativity!
It is amazing the unique ideas they come up with each year!
Very bright and dazzling, almost overwhelming! Now that’s the way to get into the holiday spirit! Thanks for sharing Bergdorf Goodman’s decorations with us, Lyssy!
It’s crazy how much detail is in each window! They really do a great job each year.
These are uber fabulous. I loved the gingerbread house.
I thought you’d like them! That gingerbread house is pretty amazing.
Wow, wow, wow!!! These windows are so detailed, and you truly feel pulled right into their story! Absolutely stunning!
They really are the most detailed windows each year! They are so fun to see.
Woww, those windows are works of art!
They truly are!
I always love your seasonal glimpses of the city – makes me want to go there – every time!!!!
So glad to hear that 🙂 It is a magical time!
I liked the Gingerbread House best Lyssy. Most of the others I found had too much going on which confused me. Having said that, they are extremely well done, just not to my taste.
They definitely have a lot going on! They are kind of like modern art haha
Wow, these are so beautiful and certainly a must-see due to their intricate craftsmanship, elaborate designs, and luxurious fashion displays. It is quite obvious that he shops in New York City go all out for the holiday season. Thanks for sharing, and have a good day 🙂 Aiva xx
It is amazing how much work goes into each window. The stores are all really doing the most this year and I love it 🙂
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Menagerie of Imagination , Thank you David and Shane
Absolutely!
I can’t imagine putting these together. They’re so ornate!
It’s crazy to hear how many hours it takes to create and install the window decorations. Looks amazing though!