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Monday, September 14, 2026

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Dillard’s, Inc. (“Dillard’s”) (NYSE: DDS) is pleased to introduce Kristen Nichols x Antonio Melani - an exclusive limited-edition style collaboration available today across all Dillard’s locations nationwide and on dillards.com 


The Kristen Nichols X Antonio Melani Collection is now available exclusively at Dillard's.

Kristen Nichols is a fashion editor and creative consultant whose perspective has helped shape the conversation around fashion. Designed in partnership with Antonio Melani, Kristen Nichols' fall 2026 collection for Dillard’s brings her editor's eye to classic wardrobe staples. Shaped by her personal time spent in New York and Paris, the capsule infuses classic American style with effortless French sophistication.

Kristin Nichols shares, “This collection is designed for the woman who dresses entirely for herself. She dresses intentionally and believes in timelessness not defined by trends, but personal style formed over time. This capsule is a celebration of that woman and the classic wardrobe pieces she collects and returns to.”

“Our Antonio Melani customer craves elegant, sophisticated, and timeless choices, and Kristen’s collection delivers just that,” said Alexandra Dillard Lucie, Vice President of Merchandising at Dillard’s. “From beautifully tailored silhouettes to chic, versatile layers, this line offers multiple must-have pieces that will instantly become closet favorites for fall and beyond.”

Drawing inspiration from 1990s Manhattan minimalism and timeless European elegance, the collection balances sharp tailoring with clean, considered proportions. Every silhouette—from sleek outerwear to straight-leg denim to kitten heels—is intentionally designed to feel both polished and easy to wear. Soft neutrals, topstitching details, and leather are infused throughout. Built on intention, these are enduring pieces designed to transcend seasons.

Kristen Nichols X Antonio Melani is a limited-edition wardrobe featuring dresses, tailored separates, statement jackets/outerwear, footwear (including signature kitten heels), and a luxury leather belt.

Official Social Channels:Kristen Nichols Instagram: @kristenmarienichols
Antonio Melani Instagram: @antoniomelaniofficial
Dillard’s Instagram: @dillards

About Kristen Nichols
Kristen Nichols is a fashion editor and creative consultant whose perspective has helped shape the conversation around fashion. Through her editorial work, she has developed a distinct point of view informed by the runway, emerging design talent, and an appreciation for a timeless wardrobe that feels both effortless and elevated.

Recognized for her refined personal style as much as her editorial eye, Kristen has cultivated a wardrobe that is both directional and enduring—defined by precise tailoring and polished essentials. Her approach to dressing has made her a trusted source of inspiration within the industry and has been featured in The New York Times, Vogue, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA.

Over the course of her career, Kristen has worked closely with many of fashion’s leading houses while championing the next generation of designers through her editorial work. Whether interpreting the runway, consulting on creative projects, or designing, her approach is guided by the belief that the most compelling wardrobes are built with intention and evolve over time. Based in New York, she brings an editor’s eye to personal style.

About Antonio Melani
Antonio Melani, Dillard’s largest ladies’ apparel brand, was launched in 2001 in footwear and later extended to apparel and handbags. The mission of Antonio Melani is to curate a high-end collection that evokes sophistication through tailoring, yet stays current through styling and attitude. Antonio Melani caters to the modern woman’s career and social schedule, with an emphasis on luxury fabrications. Antonio Melani is available at Dillard’s locations nationwide and online at dillards.com.

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