WTH Wednesday-O.M.G. The Ultimate Collab

*picture courtesy of Racked.com


There isn’t much that surprises me anymore but THIS did. Target is the Queen, or is it King? Either way, Target rocks it out when it comes to collaborations. Alice Temperly, Zac Posen, Missoni and many other high end designer’s clothing has graced the racks of this retailer. But NOTHING beats what Target has planned for this holiday season.

Target has just announced the designer collaboration capsule to end all designer collaboration capsules. The fast-fashion retailer will be partnering with no less than 24 CFDA designers as well as high-end department store Neiman Marcus to create a doozy of a holiday collection that will be sold in both stores.

Again…O.M.G.


Prepare yourself!!!  Here's a list of who all is participating:
Alice + Olivia
Altuzarra
Band of Outsiders
Brian Atwood
Carolina Herrera
Derek Lam
Diane von Furstenberg
Eddie Borgo
Jason Wu
Judith Leiber
Lela Rose
Marchesa
Marc Jacobs
Oscar de la Renta
Philip Crangi
Prabal Gurung
Proenza Schouler
Rag & Bone
Robert Rodriguez
Rodarte
Skaist-Taylor
Thom Browne
Tory Burch
Tracy Reese

*thud*


Each designer will create 1 to 3 items. WWD reports that prices will range from $7.99 to $499.99, with most items going for less than $60. The collection will launch December 1. Target's website also promises "home décor, pet products, sporting goods, and more".


All products will be sold at the same price at both stores, as well as on the Target and Neiman Marcus web site. Which means Neiman Marcus locations the country over are going to be subject to the same kind of insane cray cray-ness that typically accompanies a Target collab launch. (I’m not getting that shaft this time around bishes!)

Target has promised to reveal the collections in October. I'll have my eyes, ears, and fingers ready to report as everything is revealed.

 Neiman Marcus, Target Team in Daring Designer Deal [WWD]

Saturday Stimulation-Dita Von Teese Designing For Target

Dita Von Teese has jumped on the Tarjay bandwagon and is currently has a lingerie design all ready to launch. Von Teese’s love of 50’s inspired burlesque wear is apparent with the sneak peek given.

Consisting of balconette bras, briefs, G-strings, garters, and bustiers, the line was inspired by Von Teese's personal lingerie collection and comes in satin, fishnet, lace, and leopard print.

Expected to release Feb 8th, the line is only available in Australia, the 26-piece line — entitled Von Follies By Dita Von Teese — is set to expand globally over the next year and will be available now at Target.com

Tempting Thursday-Jason Wu Look book for Target

Everyone has been chomping at the bit to see everything Jason Wu has in store for his Target début. Well, chomp no more. Below is an almost complete look book. With his clean lines, elegant palette of colors, and near to nothing prices ($19.99-$59.99) this line is sure to be a huge hit.

Remember though…this line only runs from February 5 through March 6. So you need to shop hard and fast before it ends.

First Look At Jason Wu for Target Looks Tres Chic

 

Though the pieces won’t hit the floor or online till 2/5…I have some sneak peeks to help tide you over till the big event.

Jason Wu embodies a feminine classic look. Modern yet timeless. Perfect for any age and able to withstand many seasons. Elegant lines with hints of flirty-ness in the print or swish of the full skirt. So it’s no surprise to see that he has continued this even with his line for Target.

 

I love the fact that while he doesn’t copy from his runway line, this collection still says in a firm voice, “This was designed by Jason Wu.” The whole line (from what I’ve seen) has a wonderful expensive look to it that is sure to please even the most fickle of fashionistas.

 

The entire line was inspired by a little black cat named Milu who adorns some of the accessories (I die). The collection has a tres chic French gamine vibe going on. Pleated frocks with sailor-striped hemlines, adorable Peter Pan collars, delicate silk blouses with floppy neck ties, and t-shirts and trench coats with a touch of lace.

Gwen Stefani and Target doing the Harajuku Collaboration

 

Move over Missoni! Singer/designer Gwen Stefani has a fabulous collaboration due to launch with the retail giant that just may crash Target's website again. The Harajuku Mini collection is launching on November 13 and includes graphic tees, hoodies, tutu skirts, and ballet flats in sizes 6 months to 16Y.

The best part? All items range from $3.99 to $59.99. I may have lost out on Missoni but Harajuku is mine!

 

Here’s a sneak peek of what to fill your cart with!

 

 

Tempting Tuesday-Jason Wu and Target?

Rumors are flying that Jason Wu is Targets next designer du jour. Tentative release is set for February 4, 2012 both in stores and online.

"My collection for Target embodies my signature aesthetic of feminine sophistication, with a mischievous nod to the 1960s," says Wu. He has designed apparel, handbags, and scarves, which will range from $20 to $60, for the occasion.

We can only hope that Target is better prepared for this unveiling then they were for Missoni.

Tempting Thursday-A peek at Missoni for Target

I adore Missoni and when I heard they were doing a collaboration with Target it was the SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE heard around the world.

Fashionologie has a sneek peek at what goodies will be in select Targets come Sept 13th. Missoni is not only designing clothing, but also home accessories, luggage, footwear, and more.

 

 

 

*courtesy of fashionologie.com

Target’s doing the Calypso

When Target and Calypso St. Barth announced their upcoming collaboration in January, I felt like summer would NEVER come.

*Photo courtesy of Target

But now, just in time for the first warm temperatures of the season, the partnership has released images of the collection.

“Summer is right around the corner and our guests rely on Target for fun, affordable ways to update their look,” said Trish Adams, Target’s senior vice president of merchandising. “With their vibrant colors and great prices”—the collection ranges from $1.99 to $79.99—“Calypso St. Barth for Target reflects the season’s key trends and will add an element of exotic, relaxed elegance to any wardrobe or home.”

The collection will be available in Target stores and online starting May 1.

Target Go International designers re launch their lines

Target is offering a second chance to grab it’s most popular items in it’s Go International line. 5 years ago Target launched it’s hugely popular Go International line where it collaborated with some of today’s most popular designers to offer fresh fab looks at Target’s wonderful prices. To celebrated their 5 years anniversary, Target is re launching 34 of it’s most popular looks from 17 designers-Luella Bartley, Tara Jarmon, Paul & Joe, Behnaz Sarafpour, Proenza Schouler, Libertine, Alice Temperley, Erin Fetherston, Jovovich-Hawk, Rogan, Richard Chai, Jonathan Saunders, Thakoon, Tracy Feith, Rodarte, Zac Posen, and Tucker.

Here are a few of my favs.

Jovovich & Hawk                                              Tracy Feith

Rodarte                                                             Behnaz Sarafpou

Thakoon                                                            Libertine

 

The line launched March 13th and is in most stores and online.

Saturday Stimulation-Black Friday Deals

As a shopping fanatic, the Black Friday sales are music to my ears. Have I gotten up at 3AM and stand in line to score the $50 ipod? Yup. Have I hit the stores at 1 am hoping for the $29.99 diamond tennis bracelet or the 1$ a piece newly released DVD’s. Guilty as charged.

This year the stores are leaking Black Friday sales faster then the Exxon Valdez. So get your squeeee engine revived-here are some advance listings to get you in the holiday spirit.

 

Best Buy Black Friday Ad

This year they will be opening their doors at 5:00am on Black Friday while passing out tickets to their doorbusters items at 3:00am. The main doorbusters in the Best Buy Black Friday ad include a Panasonic Viera 50" 1080p Plasma HDTV for $699.99, a Sony 15.5" Laptop w/Intel Pentium Dual-Core Processor, 3GB RAM, 320GB HD, Windows 7 Home Premium for $399.99, and a LG 4.2 Cu. Ft. Front-Load Washer and LG 7.3 Cu. Ft. Electric Dryer pair for $999.99 (save $1000). To view the full Best Buy Black Friday ad, click here.

 

Meijer Black Friday Ad

This year they will be opening their doors at 5:00am on Black Friday. The main highlights in this ad include a Vizio 42" 1080p LCD HDTV for $479.99, Blu-ray movies (with over 24 titles to choose from) for $7.00, and a Sony Blu-ray Disc Player for just $99.00. To view the full Meijer Black Friday ad, click here.

 

Walmart Free Shipping Offer and Amazing Online Specials.

Walmart, in an effort to compete with online retailers such as Amazon.com, has decided to offer free shipping with no minimum purchase on almost every product at Walmart.com. Honestly, times are hard so I encourage you to take advantage of this free shipping offer and load up on products in their "Amazing Online Specials" sale. I know I will be. Web Cam Barbie….here I come!

 

Toys R Us Black Friday Ad

This year Toys R Us is having two different doorbuster sales. The first sale will start on 10:00pm Thanksgiving night and last till on 1:00pm on Black Friday. The second set of doorbusters go on sale at 5:00am on Black Friday and last until 1:00pm. The advertisement itself includes deals on toys, electronics, and video games. To view the full Toys R Us Black Friday ad, click here.

 

JCPenney Black Friday Ad

This year JCPenney will be opening at 4:00am and their advertisement is filled with over 300 doorbuster deals on clothing, kitchen appliances, jewelry, shoes & accessories, bed and bath items and much more. To view the JCPenney Black Friday ad click here.

 

Target Black Friday Ad

This year they will be opening their doors at 4:00am on Black Friday. The main highlights in the Target Black Friday ad include a Westinghouse 40" 60Hz 1080p LCD HDTV for $298, a TomTom XL335T GPS System for $79, and an Apex 46" 60Hz 1080p LCD HDTV for $449. To view the full Target Black Friday ad, click here.

 

Four Staples Black Friday Deals

Staples has let  slip of four of the Black Friday deals that they will be offering this year. The deals include:

* HP 20" Widescreen LCD Monitor for $99.98

* Kodak EasyShare MD30 12.1 MegaPixel Digital Camera for $69.99

* HP Laptop w/Windows 7 (unknown specs) for $299.98

* 40% off a wide selection of essential office supplies.

(full ad should be out next week)

 

AAFES Black Friday Ad

This is a military only sale for the brave men and women soldiers, airmen, marines, sailors, and their families. Some of the highlights of this ad include a Sharp Blu-Ray Player (Model # BD-HP24U) for $77.00, a Western Digital 2TB My Book Essential External Hard Drive for $99.95, and a Dell Mini 10" Netbook w/160GB Hard Drive, 1GB RAM, and Windows 7 Starter for $179.95. To view the full AAFES Black Friday Ad, click here.

 

Lowe's Full Black Friday Ad

Hubby’s fav store >>>lowe’s ad is five pages long and it features some great deals on tools and items for the home. Some of the deals include a Shop-Vac 15-Gallon 4.5HP Wet/Dry Vac for $29 and a 6-1/2" 400-Light Pre-Lit Artificial Christmas Tree for $38. To view the full Lowe's Black Friday ad, click here.

 

Sears Black Friday Ad

This year they will be opening their doors at 4:00am and the main doorbuster deals in the circular include a Zenith 42" 720p Plasma HDTV for $399.99, a Samsung 40" 1080p 60Hz LCD HDTV for $497.99, and a Kenmore 4.0 Cu. Ft. Washer and Kenmore 7.3 Cu. Ft. Dryer for $599.98. To see the full Sears Black Friday ad, click here.

 

Many of the stores listed above are offering Pre Black Friday Sales while supplies last. So go check them out. You may score the deal of your life without having to deal with Black Friday.

Things That Caught My Eye

Target’s Reissuing 34 GO International Dresses

If you didn’t get your hands on one of the lust-worthy pieces from one of Target‘s blink-and-you-missed-it designer collaborations over the years, you might get a second chance. In celebration of Five Years of GO International®, Target is reissuing 34 dresses from the following 17 previously featured designers:

Luella Bartley, Tara Jarmon, Paul & Joe, Behnaz Sarafpour, Proenza Schouler, Libertine, Alice Temperley, Erin Fetherston, Jovovich-Hawk, Rogan, Richard Chai, Jonathan Saunders, Thakoon, Tracy Feith, Rodarte, Zac Posen and Tucker.

I hope they reissue this one by Jovovich-Hawk.

The collective will be available March 13, 2011.

 

Lets Get Ready To RUUUUUMMMMMBBBLLLEEEEE…

The Hell’s Angels are suing Alexander McQueen, Saks, and Zappos.com for trademark infringement for using the winged death head insignia without even a “please, may we?”. Fritz Clapp, an attorney for the Hells Angels, told the Financial Times that the lawsuit was about "getting them [the mimicked symbols] out of the market, since they represent membership insignia, and anyone wearing them would be considered an imposter by club members."
Ummm yea, because I frequently mistake those wearing McQueen to be members of the Hell's Angels all the time.
But in all seriousness-some of McQueen’s items do have the words “Hell” and “Hell’s Angels” embossed on them so perhaps some issues need to be addressed. Will the HA’s win? Who knows. But remember, the Hell’s Angels successfully sued and won against Disney and Marvel comics for the same faux pas a few years ago.

 

Happy Anniversary to Anna Sui

Anna Sui is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year with the launch of a first-ever retrospective book. In honor of such a milestone, Sui and Anthropologie, who have a longstanding relationship, got a little anthropological and selected three iconic Anna Sui dresses to resurrect and sell exclusively at Anthropologie stores. The dresses are each from a past collection–Fall 2005, Spring 2001 and Spring 2007 to be exact–and were key looks from their respective seasons.

 

Marie Claire EIC Joanna Coles Responds to Controversial Fattest Blog Post

 

I know you all are still talking about the post Maura Kelly did for Marie Claire last week. Joanne Coles, Editor in Chief at Marie Claire, responds to the controversy to LEAH CHERNIKOFF of the Fashionista blog defending Ms. Kelly and her post claiming that,

“Maura Kelly is a very provocative blogger,” “She was an anorexic herself and this is a subject she feels very strongly about.” Cole’s goes on to claim that the mag has received over 28,000 email responses to the piece, and that Kelly was “excited and moved by their responses.”While Coles made clear that she hasn’t actually seen Mike & Molly, she added “I’m concerned about a show that makes fun of large people.”
So…she decides to go ahead and allow her staff to do the same?
Josh Shahryar of the Huffington Post wrote a very eloquent post on the issue. I urge you to read it.

 

Giving Fashion The Finger

Start your squeee engines. These a.dor.a.ble fashion finger puppets are the perfect gift for any fashioista friends. Rubbish magazine is selling a limited-edition line of these mini knit effigies in city-specific packs, or the Editors pack. Only 100 packages of each are made, some of which have already sold out—so get on it, fast! Pick up one yourself, here.

I Spy With My Little Eye...

The iMaxi by Hip Handmaid. (an Ipad cover) Jessica Simpson on cover of Marie Claire with no makeup and unretouched. No saggy butt signs The most beetifullist shoes in the whole wide world by Lavin.

Cynthia Vincent shoe line for Tarjay. Lindsey Lohan's new look book for her 6126 line. Joan Jett in a faux mohawk and kilt Tiger Wood's tacky goatee