Temptation by Missoni

I had posted here that I was a little hesitant about the Missoni for Target line.  But that still didn't keep me out of a Target store today.  My curiosity got the best of me and I couldn't help but wonder if my hidden lil Target here in Des Moines (this Target keeps the Go International items much longer than most Targets due to lack of consumer interest) would have some items left.  They did, but very few.  The sweater I wanted was sold out, and actually most clothing items were, as well as a plethora of the house hold items, but I did manage to find my second choice (and there was an abundance!)  This bra and panty set is oh-so pretty and I love the idea that I'm not going to see it coming and going like a bunch of the uber popular pieces.  Did you get anything from the Missoni for Target line? Thoughts?

The Plastics

I love Los Angeles. I love Hollywood. They're beautiful. Everybody's plastic, but I love plastic. I want to be plastic.

Andy Warhol

The plastic, fake, over-the-top side of fashion.  It's there.  We are reminded every time we open up the pages of Vogue.    It's what runs through our heads when we glance at a model and think, "Just how little does she weigh?" or "Just how much airbrushing was done to get her face *completely* poreless." We can't help it.  We wonder what's real.   How close can the average person actually get to looking that flawless?  Instead of letting such thoughts consume me, I prefer to take in the beauty of it.   The flawless, decadent, unrealistic perfection, it's enough to inspire.  Below are ultra-glam pieces, fit for a Barbie.

180 by Jean Yu, Cuff Stretch Silk Chiffon Shorts

Furla, Candy Bag

Topshop, Orange Sleeveless Tuck Shift Dress

Giuseppe Zanotti, Assymetrical Eel Pumps

Missoni, Geometric Acetate Bib

Miu Miu, Crepe Silk de Chien Top

Tom Binns, Fauve Hand Painted Swarovski Crystal Drop Earrings

Nars, Easy Lover Lip Gloss

A Random Babble on Missoni

In the past week it has been announced that Missoni is the latest guest designer for Target's Go International line.  Much like Calypso St. Barth, the collection will feature a mix of household items and clothing.  When I first heard about the colleciton, I let out a little yelp of excitement, but ater mulling over this, I'm not sure how I feel about it.  Am I going to be annoyed when I walk down the street and see five other girls wearing the same very distinctly printed dress?  I'm also wondering if the powerful patterns going to translate to the average audience?  Without the astounding craftsmanship that makes Missoni, Missoni, are the prints going to look cheap?  As you can see, I'm slightly apprehensive about this one.  But I think it's because I love Missoni so much, and I'm hoping that it lives up to my expectations.   What are your thoughts? Am I being rediculous? 

 

Make Mine Missoni

I found I could say things  with color and shapes that I couldn't say in any other way - things I had no words for... Georgia O'Keefe



Before I really understood fashion, I understood Missoni.   I vividly remember stupidly paging through Vogue at age 10, not reading, not picking up on trends, but browsing the pictures.  The brand that always stood out was Missoni.  The brilliant colors, amazing knits, and geometric elegance of the pieces had me hooked even at such a young age.  As I grew older, my love for the brand never waivered.  I saw how celebrities wore the bright colors in such a carefree yet sophistaced way and fell deeper in love.  Those prints. Ah, those prints had me daydreaming.  I would wear that wrap sweater on a private jet, bound for Cannes.   That jumpsuit would be perfect for a day of shopping in Malibu.  And that crochet knit sweater is begging to be worn on moonlit walks through the park.  Just looking at the clothes was like a vacation for me - a getaway to the bright and colorful and elegant.   I bought my first M Missoni sweater last summer.  When I wear it, I feel like I'm wearing a little bit of fashion history.  I love to read about the Missoni family, and all that they stand for and how they came to be. Margherita Missoni is someone I've always looked at with starry-eyed wonderment.  Below are some photos displaying her amazing style-

And finally, the pieces that have me mesmerized this season...

1. Missoni Eau de Toilette $85
2. Missoni Crochet Knit Cardigan $1,065
3. Missoni Printed Knitted Shorts $835
4. Missoni Crochet Knit Espadrille Sandals $350
5. Missoni Rope Knit Necklace $280
6. Missoni Crochet Knit Headband $85
7. Missoni Cross-Back Top $765
8. Missoni Printed Tulle Crochet Tunic Dress $1,570
9. Missoni Mare Banares Crochet Bikini $475