Anthropologie x NYC Ballet Debut a Holiday Home Line

Anthropologie x NYC Ballet holiday collection — Credit:
Courtesy of Anthropologie

Few holiday traditions are as timeless—or as enchanting—as watching The Nutcracker ballet unfold on stage. Now, thanks to Anthropologie’s new collaboration with New York City Ballet, you can bring that same magic into your home this season. The Anthropologie x New York City Ballet holiday homeware collection reimagines all the charm of the ballet in a limited-edition line of 61 magical SKUs. With each piece drawing inspiration from the costumes, sets, and choreography of the beloved production, what results is a collection that feels equal parts whimsical and refined.

All that to say, narrowing down the collection is no small feat. Still, we’ve rounded up our absolute favorite pieces—the ones that feel so perfect for holiday hosting, their appearance on your table is destined to become a new tradition.

What to Know About the Anthropologie x New York City Ballet Collection

Consider this the next best thing to a front-row seat at Lincoln Center. "The Nutcracker has inspired audiences for generations, and through this collaboration, we hope to encourage our customers to explore and delight in the season with the same joy and awe they feel when watching the ballet," shared Katherine Finder, chief merchandising officer at Anthropologie Home.

Spanning everything from intricately detailed ornaments to plush throws, barware, and table linens, each piece of this new collab feels wholly thoughtful and delightfully pretty, fit for a formal holiday dinner, toasting with like-family friends, or serving Christmas morning tea and coffee. "We wanted each piece to carry a sense of surprise, ornate charm, and make the home more inviting and every holiday gathering a celebration," said Finder.

The full collection is available now, exclusively at Anthropologie stores in the U.S. and U.K., while a curated assortment can also (charmingly) be found at the New York City Ballet Gift Shop. Prices start at $16 and go up to $248.

Our Favorite Picks

Below, we’ve gathered some of our favorite pieces from the collection. From festive tableware to eye-catching bar accessories, these are the items we can’t wait to use (and gift) this season.

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New York City Ballet Espresso Cup and Saucer

Espresso feels instantly more special when served in such merriful mugs. With its jingle ball-inspired handle, this fanciful espresso cup and saucer set is ideal for holiday mornings, post-dinner coffee service, or simply elevating your everyday morning ritual throughout the duration of the season.

$26 at Anthropologie

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New York City Ballet Nutcracker Cocktail Shaker

Mixing holiday cocktails gets a theatrical upgrade with this gleaming Nutcracker-shaped shaker, perfectly fit for champagne cocktails or spiced martinis. Crafted of a blend of aluminum and stainless steel, this functional barware staple doubles as conversation-starting holiday décor.

$78 at Anthropologie

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New York City Ballet Stoneware Platter

Every host needs a statement platter, and this one is a showstopper. Made from hand-decaled stoneware and graced with unmistakable characters from the ballet, it’s perfect for serving everything from a charcuterie spread to piles of holiday cookies. Remember, it's hand-wash only—treat it as the special keepsake it is.

$78 at Anthropologie

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New York City Ballet Cheese Knife

Alternatively, to save cabinet space, you can instead upgrade your existing serving platter with this charming addition. After all, every great holiday spread needs a whimsical detail, and this Mouse King cheese knife delivers. Crafted from stainless steel with a sculptural handle, it pairs practical design with a playful nod to one of the ballet’s most memorable characters. (Guests are bound to squeal with delight when reaching for the brie.)

$34 at Anthropologie

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New York City Ballet Glass Decanter

Designed with etched crystalline glass and graceful lines, this decanter's gorgeous color palette evokes the costuming and dreamy aesthetic of the beloved ballet. Use it for wine during festive dinners, or let it catch the light on a sideboard as an artful decorative accent.

$58 at Anthropologie

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New York City Ballet Nutcracker Napkins, Set of 4

No holiday table is complete without on-theme linens, and these cloth napkins are a perfect finishing touch. Crafted in 100 percent cotton, the set of four features fantastical scenes and characters from The Nutcracker, including the iconic Snow Scene in Act I and the Mouse King. They’re also machine washable so that you can bring them out season after season.

$48 at Anthropologie

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New York City Ballet Gilded Bar Tray

Bar carts everywhere just got all the more glamorous. This stainless-steel tray with studded handles has a sophisticated glimmer that just screams holiday entertaining. It’s large enough to corral glassware or bottles, and beautiful enough to serve as part of a seasonal centerpiece.

$128 at Anthropologie