TOGETHER: A Collection for The Macallan by Stella and Mary McCartney

The Macallan has announced a collaboration with Stella and Mary McCartney, united by curiosity, respect and admiration for the natural world.

Collectively, The Macallan with Stella and Mary McCartney embarked on a journey inspired by nature to create TOGETHER: A Collection for The Macallan by Stella and Mary McCartney, which introduces a limited-edition Collection of 11 lifestyle pieces designed by the sisters and skilfully realised by master artisans and craftspeople.

A first for Stella and Mary, the partnership with The Macallan marks a creative union of the McCartney sisters. This debut joint venture combines their creative talents in a collaboration which enables them to celebrate their memories of Scotland.

The McCartney sisters’ love of the country goes back decades. Their emotional ties have never wavered. For them, Scotland is a place of comfort and nostalgia, a homecoming. Their work with The Macallan stems from memories of their Scottish home on the west coast and their time spent at The Macallan Estate, transporting consumers to Scotland’s natural beauty.

Their creations are inspired by the forests, the sea, the wide-open spaces and the beauty and strength of the River Spey. This collaboration celebrates the shared values of The Macallan and The McCartneys, with love and respect for the natural world at the forefront.

Having worked with The Macallan previously, Mary McCartney said, “This range wouldn’t be what it is if we weren’t able to spend that time with The Macallan. I felt really proud to bring my little sister with me to The Macallan Estate on Speyside, as I knew Stella would fall in love with this just as much as I did.

“We feel really lucky to be launching our first collaboration and making this range of pieces with The Macallan.”

Stella McCartney added, “We all – The Macallan, Mary and I – wanted to create a collection that celebrated the highest quality of materials and incredible craftsmanship that would be fitting of the shared values between us all. We envisaged pieces that were limited yet would work together as a family. The idea was to have it live in your home, stand out, and, of course, be of the highest quality.”

The Collection showcases a curated selection of bespoke pieces, including handmade glassware in vibrant shades that are coloured using natural minerals, an ombre ceramic flask encased in an apple leather alternative sleeve, a pair of brass ice stamps with meticulously hand-painted ceramic handles using a green and amber ombre colour blend and a brass napkin weight in the shape of an acorn, as a tribute to the exceptional oak casks which mature The Macallan whisky.

Carefully crafted by hand and using techniques honed over centuries, TOGETHER is a masterpiece of precision and artistry, a true testament to craftsmanship. Every piece reflects the individual skill of specialist artisans, harmoniously balancing shape, texture and colour. Each item is inherently unique and timeless.

The Collection is inspired by nature: the green hues represent The Macallan Estate, the amber tones offer a nod to the natural colour of the whisky, and the colour red, which is synonymous with The Macallan, honours the brand’s deep respect for tradition and craftsmanship.

Jaume Ferras, Global Creative Director, The Macallan, commented, “TOGETHER: A Collection for The Macallan by Stella and Mary McCartney is unlike anything The Macallan has ever introduced, showcasing how we continue to innovate and challenge ourselves, yet the respect for nature reflected by Stella and Mary’s beautiful designs is at the heart of our brand and has been for almost 200 years.”

Stella and Mary’s logo makes its debut across the full range, alongside The Macallan logo, with TOGETHER exclusively sold as a complete set and will be available in limited numbers from 11 October 2023.

Stella and Mary have also collaborated with The Macallan on the creation of the third edition of The Harmony Collection – the limited annual release series which shines a spotlight on the brand’s inherent curiosity and innovative and creative mindset.

The third release in the Harmony Collection celebrates the lands of Scotland that connect all those who have stood upon them for generations.

The third instalment in the annual release series includes two distinctive expressions: The Macallan Harmony Collection Amber Meadow and Green Meadow, inspired by The McCartney sisters’ love of Scotland, which stems from their memories at the family farm in the Scottish countryside.

To mark this deep connection with the land, the presentation boxes and bottle labels have been made using discarded meadow cuttings, embracing the re-use of natural materials to create beauty from resources at the end of their lives. The packaging of each release features photography of The Macallan Estate, captured by Mary McCartney.

For further information, visit https://www.themacallan.com/en/stella-and-mary-mccartney.

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