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.

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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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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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