My Missoni for Target Missions

So as many of you know (if you read my blog and/or follow me on my social media outlets) I've had a love for the Missoni brand for some years.  And once the announcement came out that the Italian brand would be collaborating with Target, I was ecstatic.  I was lucky enough to attend the launch party in NYC (a few weeks before the items were officially released on September 13th) but wasn't smart enough to grab the things that I'd later be driving out of state for .

The number one item that I had to have was a throw.  I must say "thank you" to the Target in Langhorne, PA for holding 2 aside for me while I drove an hour out of state to get them.  However,it was worth it.  The throw is so soft and warm, I LOVE IT.

The other items in the picture above are things I've acquired during my "Missoni Missions": the Note Cube with 800 sheets of paper, the Card Set, the Make-Up Kit, Folders, and two Hand Towels.  As you can tell, I'm a fan of the Passione and Famiglia sets because they match my decor perfectly.

I also bought a pair of the Openwork Tights in Ebony.  I was trying to resist these tights because I'm all about spending money on things that I know I will use often and will have longevity.  But I finally gave in and bought them.  When I tried them on, and realized how sexy they looked on my legs, I decided to keep them.

Lastly, I bought two other pieces for my wardrobe.

The Open Cardigan is my most recent purchase.  I stumbled upon it while lurking around the fitting room area of a local Target store.  I tried it on, and it fit so well on me.  It's something I can wear everyday in the fall, so I didn't feel guilty buying it.  And whenever there is a designer collaboration with a chain store, I always buy a scarf.

Although a lot of people had issues with Target's site and/or couldn't find things in stores, I am very happy with all the driving I've done to get all of these things.  Of course I'd love to get more, but I'm pretty satisfied.  Like a lot of lovers of this line, it's great that Missoni stayed true to their designs.  I believe that is why this collaboration was is sought after.  Hopefully, like the Liberty of London collection done for Target, this current line will be revived online for those who missed out the first time around.  If not, there are sites on facebook that are doing trades and buys for "fair" prices.

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Missoni for Target Pop-Up in NYC

Last week as I was walking up towards 42nd St. from Herald Square, I noticed some bright and recognizable prints sprinkled on the Met Life building. At first I thought they were just some ads for the upcoming Missoni x Target collection. But as I made a left on the corner of 42nd, I remembered that the space below the building was where brands like Pop Tart, and Cottonelle had pop-up stores in the past. After I put the zig zag puzzle pieces together, I realized what would be taking over that space next.

Beginning September 8th, b.k.a. Fashion's Night Out, the Missoni for Target store will be open to the public and they can purchase pieces from the much anticipated collaboration (while supplies last). You better believe that I will be one of the first in line to grab whatever I can. 

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Missoni for Target--Dreams Do Come True

If you read my former blog, fuchsiaMAG, then you know how much I love Missoni.  In January of 2009, I even wrote a post about a sheet set that I wanted to buy, but knew I couldn't afford it.

But now, my dreams will be fulfilled this fall when the well printed Italian brand will be making affordable pieces for Target stores.  Items will range it price from $2.99-$599.99, but most will be in the $39.99 price range.  Items will will consist of clothing, home goods, and other merchandise.  So it's safe to say that my place of residence will be zigged and zagged all over.

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