Designers Kate and Laura Mulleavy aka The Rodarte Girls have created their very first menswear capsule collection, Brodarte. The limited edition collection will feature a sampling of their signature open weaving, cobweb knitwear pieces sold exclusively for cult favorite, Opening Ceremony. The collection comprised of two crew-neck sweaters and two cardigans is said to be doing very well already according to reps at Opening Ceremony.

Sidebar: I don’t know why the name ‘Brodarte’ makes me chuckle. Maybe because I think of Bromance? Ha. It’s cute though. I like it.

Matthew Williamson keeps spreading his genius one design at a time. The British designer has also created an exclusive capsule menswear collection for Spring/Summer 2010, with a view to expand the line seasonally thereafter.

“I wanted to start a menswear line of slim-fitting, luxury cashmere jumpers in a range of great colours. I know these jumpers will become season-less staples in my own wardrobe,” explains Williamson of the range, which features his signature print and embellishment. “Cashmere and silk printed scarves and hand-beaded T-shirts complement the line and form a solid foundation for the collection to grow next season.”

The capsule collection will be available for purchase from February 2010 in Harrods and of course Matthew Williamson flagship stores and official online boutique. Williamson hopes to expand the line seasonally. We’ll see!

Source: vogue uk

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

Designing sisters Kate and Laura Mulleavy will be bringing their ethereal sensibility to a wider world when Target introduces Rodarte in December as part of its Go International series of limited collections.

The 55-piece Rodarte line for Go International will launch at most Target stores nationwide and on target.com on Dec. 20, and will be available through Feb. 6. While it may be hard to imagine translating Rodarte’s hand-wrought designs for the mass market, Target claims to have stayed true to the spirit of the luxury-priced label.

“What you’ll notice is an amazing eye for detail,” said Joshua Thomas, a Target spokesman. “It’s very feminine, yet very modern. The collection incorporates a rich mix of patterns and fabrications and everything from sequins and bows to faux fur. The key with Rodarte is layering.”

Prices for Target’s Go International Rodarte collection will range from $9.99 for knee-highs to $79.99 for a leopard print jacket.

Rodarte, which is known for evening clothes, designed “a variety of great holiday dresses,” Thomas said. “There are stand-alone pieces and pieces that can be worn together to create an ensemble by layering different patterns, textures and prints.”

Source – WWD

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