What: Harvey Nichols has revealed its 2024 Christmas window displays, drawing inspiration from the whimsical and eerie aesthetic of Tim Burton, in collaboration with the Design Museum.

Why it is important: This unique collaboration not only enhances the festive shopping experience but also ties into a major cultural event, "The World of Tim Burton" exhibition, creating a blend of art, fashion, and retail that could attract both shoppers and art enthusiasts.

Harvey Nichols has unveiled its 2024 Christmas windows, inspired by the distinctive style of filmmaker Tim Burton. The displays feature five sculptures from Burton’s private collection, taken from The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy & Other Stories, ahead of the Design Museum's exhibition, The World of Tim Burton. The windows at the Knightsbridge store create a surreal and eerie festive landscape, with twisted trees and whimsical elements that evoke Burton's iconic aesthetic. The regional stores in Leeds, Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, and Dublin will replicate the theme to bring this distinctive holiday display to other locations. Janet Wardley, head of visual display at Harvey Nichols, described the windows as a "fantasy forest" adorned with mannequins showcasing partywear and gifts. This collaboration merges art with luxury retail, offering a captivating experience for shoppers during the holiday season.

Step into Tim Burton’s world with Harvey Nichols’ Holiday Windows