Bulgari is teaming up with fab designer Matthew Williamson to design an exclusive capsule collection of handbags for the spring/summer 2011 season that will be presented during Milan Fashion Week in September. Note: This is Bulgari’s first collaboration with a fashion designer.

Francesco Trapani, chief executive officer of the Italian jeweler, said he selected Williamson “for the great sense of color and design he brings to his work.” Bulgari’s accessories collections are designed by a team based in Florence, where they are also manufactured. Gianluca Lera, who helped spearhead the company’s push into accessories, exited the company in the fall. It will be exciting to see Matthew Williamson’s undeniable talent manifested through this new venture! I can not wait to see it.

Source: WWD

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“Before I was discovered, I wanted to be a dress designer,” Twiggy recalled. “I never planned to be a model. It was like a distant dream, but I thought I was much too thin, and much too small and too shy. Then fate took a hand and changed all that, but the obsession with designing and making clothes was always within me.”

Twiggy is the latest fashion icon to launch an exclusive line with a home shopping channel.  The former supermodel will be launching Twiggy London, a brand new lifestyle collection on HSN. She follows in the footsteps of other fashion notables including: Iman, Badgley Mischka and Naeem Khan – who have also created successful HSN based brands. Twiggy’s exclusive line will primarily consist of: clothing, footwear and accessories focused around her style and her life. The collection is set to go live on the air on April 3rd. Make sure you tune in!

Sonia Rykiel for H&M Knitwear Collection :: Available on February 20th

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The ever so lovely Sonia Rykiel is gearing up for her second collection for retailer H&M. Taking a turn from the dainty lingerie from the first collection, Sonia will release a chic knitwear collection for us to lust over. The exclusive knitwear collection is composed mostly of boldly colored striped sweaters [both fitted and oversized] as well as mini skirts, shorts and dresses. The collection will enter stores on February 20, 2010. Are you excited?

The Rodarte for Target collection lookbook and price points have finally been released after months of anticipation from fashionistas dying to get their hands on these limited edition pieces! The exclusive collection is chock full of lace knit cardigans and short, lace and tulle fitted top and dresses. I adore a few pieces shown but I must say I was expecting a bit more from the sisterly duo of whom I love each season on the runways. What do you think lovies? Are you satisfied with what you see so far from the collection? Or are you left underwhelmed?

Top Picture: Look #1 – Lace Bow Dress in yellow leopard: $44.99, Lace Tights in black: $12.99 ; Look #2 -Lace Cardigan in mustard: $29.99, Lace Cami in black: $19.99, Lace and Tulle Skirt in mustard: $29.99, Bow Belt in black: $12.99, Lace Tights in black: $12.99 ; Look #3 – Sequin Dress in gray leopard: $44.99, Lace Cardigan in black: $29.99, Bow Belt in gray leopard: $12.99, Lace Tights in black: $12.99 ; Look #4 – Sequin Rib Cage Dress in black: $49.99, Striped Tee in white/navy: $16.99, Lace Tights in black: $12.99.

Bottom Picture: Look #1 – Lace-Print Dress in tan: $34.99, Lace Cardigan in tan: $29.99, Bow Belt in gray leopard: $12.99, Lace Tights in black: $12.99 ; Look #2 – Denim Jacket: $39.99, Tulle Bow Top in navy: $24.99, Lace and Tulle Skirt in navy: $29.99, Lace Tights in black: $29.99 ; Look #3 – Lace Tee in navy: $16.99, Asymmetrical Cardigan in gray: $44.99, Lace and Tulle Skirt in navy: $29.99, Bow Belt in yellow leopard: $12.99, Cut-Out Knee-Highs in tan/peach: $9.99 ; Look #4 – Swiss Dot Dress in blue: $39.99, Bow Belt in yellow leopard: $12.99, Cut-Out Knee-Highs in tan/peach: $9.99.

Source: The Cut

Excitement! — Anna Sui will be the second participant in Target’s Designer Collaborations Series. As I’m sure you will faithfully recall, the Alexander McQueen was the first designer to lead the series. The exclusive collection by Anna Sui will be available on Sept. 13 on Target.com and in 250 selected stores across the U.S.  Anna Sui for Target will be available through Oct. 17. The Designer Collaborations program features more established talents in the fashion industry — as opposed to the up-and-comers of Target’s Go International collections.

“I have always been a fan of designer partnerships with mass retailers,” Sui told WWD exclusively. “I think it is a great way to bring fashion to everyone. I love Go International and was intrigued with Target’s new take on designer partnerships. It’s a fresh approach. I was able to select a muse or source of creative inspiration to focus the collection around. It is an exciting challenge to try and interpret my aesthetic into a mass-produced product with a specific inspirational source as the focus.”

- Anna Sui

The catch to the Designer Collaborations series is the chosen designers have to draw inspiration from a collaborative partner, muse or other creative aspect. Alexander McQueen chose as his muse – Leila Moss, the lead singer of British band The Duke Spirit. Anna Sui decided to choose the four main female characters on the CW’s hit show “Gossip Girl” as her muses. This should be interesting. I’m anxious to see the final looks!

“I liked the idea of creating a collection reflective of each characters’ style, sensibility and unique approach to fashion. By combining the elements of art, city, spirit, punk and glamour, we created a collection that exudes New York City fashion.” Sui used materials such as metallic jacquards, herringbone, silk and chiffon and detailing with tulle, lace and sequins.

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