At Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas last Thursday, it was all about fashion, philanthropy and the ladies who lunch.
Neiman’s showcased Brunello Cucinelli‘s fall 2025 collection and gave a sneak peek of the designer’s newest exclusive line for the luxury retailer during the Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show and Luncheon.
The exclusive collection, called Heirs of Craftsmanship, honored the next generation of artisans at Cucinelli and featured a women’s assortment balancing feminine elegance with a modern edge, including tailored lavender corduroy jackets, monili-detailed outerwear and shimmering sequined evening styles. The menswear reimagines sartorial tradition with relaxed tailoring, from lavender herringbone suiting and supple leather jackets to tonal jacquard cardigans and refined evening blazers. Neiman’s and Brunello Cucinelli have a history of partnering on exclusive collections and in-store experiences.
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Regarding the Brunello Cucinelli’s fall collection, Neiman’s said that it “balances the brand’s tailoring with modern, creative elements and has a mix of luxurious, natural fibers and bold, intense colors.”
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This year’s philanthropic event marked the 50th year Neiman’s has hosted The Crystal Charity Ball.
“For decades, Neiman Marcus has cultivated a strong partnership with Brunello Cucinelli, a brand whose commitment to timeless elegance, exceptional craftsmanship and purpose-driven luxury aligns with our own,” Emily Essner, president and chief commercial officer of Saks Global, said in a statement. “Bringing Brunello Cucinelli to Dallas for an exclusive presentation for our Neiman Marcus customers in celebration of the Crystal Charity Ball reflects how we unite our valued partners and philanthropic commitments to create meaningful moments of luxury with impact.”
Carolina Cucinelli, vice president and co-creative director, and Massimo Caronna, chief executive of North America for Brunello Cucinelli, were among those at the event. Saks Global recognized Carolina Cucinelli with an International Cultural Impact Honor for her role as a mother, creative and woman in leadership shaping the future of fashion.
“It is a true honor to celebrate this special occasion with Neiman Marcus, a partner who shares our deep appreciation for craftsmanship, beauty and community,” Carolina Cucinelli said in a statement. “To be part of the Crystal Charity Ball, where fashion and philanthropy come together to support such meaningful causes, is profoundly inspiring. I am grateful to witness how our values of humanity and creativity can find resonance here in Dallas, among such extraordinary women and leaders.”
The Crystal Charity Ball continued its tradition of honoring the “ten best dressed women” for their community service and personal style while raising vital funds for eight local Dallas beneficiaries making an impact on the community. Each honoree was dressed in Brunello Cucinelli. The 2025 honorees included Jacquelin Sewell Atkinson, Julie Bagley, Shelby Goff, Shannon Graham, Tracey Kozmetsky, Tracy Lange, Lisa Rocchio, Sunie Solomon, Wendy Messmann and Katherine Wyker. Amy Hegi served as chair of the fashion show and luncheon. Also during the event, the 2025 Hall of Fame Award was presented to former Crystal Charity Ball chair and philanthropist, Aileen Pratt.
Local organizations benefitting from the event, include Café Momentum, Cristo Rey Dallas High School Inc., Dallas CASA, Foundation for The Callier Center, Retina Foundation of the Southwest, The Stewpot and West Dallas Community School.