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Hayden-Harnett for Target

Brooklyn based Hayden-Harnett has reportedly been tapped by Target for an exclusive line for spring 2009. The three year old brand is best known for its best-selling Havana hobo bag (pictured on the left). No word yet on whether the collection will consist of handbags and/or shoes, the latter of which the brand will be launching next spring.

Designer collaborations these days are a dime a dozen. And considering the disappointing quality from past Target accessories collaborations, there really isn’t much to look forward to, I think. You might as well buy a regular Target handbag now and call it a day. But that’s just my opinion.

What do you think? Are you looking forward to this collaboration?

Botkier for Target Now Available

The Botkier for Target handbag collection is now available online and in stores. The line officially launches on July 20 but as Target is known to have done in the past, they’ve released the complete collection early. Early reviews seem positive, especially for the hobo bags pictured above. I’ll have to check these out at the store! Has anyone seen the line in person yet? If you’re ordering online, don’t forget that you’ll get free shipping on orders over $50.

Urban Outfitters Extra 20% Ends June 30

Target GO International Private Collection 2

Target’s latest GO International Private Label Collection is now available online and in stores. This line features on trend florals and frilly ruffles in georgette and cotton. Check out the different looks here. Any faves? The line will be available through August 2nd so make sure to pick up your choice pieces now. I’ll be checking them out in store and will probably pick up some of the floral pieces, which look pretty nice. If you’re shopping online, you’ll get free shipping on orders over $50.

Old Navy $1 Flip Flops Today Only

It’s time to stock up on Old Navy flip flops. For today only, June 28, solid colored flip flops for adults and kids are just $1! Sale excludes printed and metallic styles and there’s a limit of 5 pairs per customer. But no worries; there are lots of fab colors to choose from! What colors will you be getting?

Diane Von Furstenberg Outlet in California

Diane Von Furstenberg just opened a second outlet store and I am quite excited that it’s located in Southern California.

It’s too hot to venture out to Cabazon to check out the store but I definitely will do so sometime this year. L.A Times reports that “goods as current as March 2008 include tops, bottoms, swimwear, shoes, perfume and even Von Furstenberg’s autobiography.”
I hope the prices and merchandise will be worth the drive.

Desert Hills Premium Outlets
48400 Seminole Drive Suite 229
Cabazon, California
(951) 922-9600
Mon-Thurs/Sun 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Versatile Chiffon Tiered Top from Old Navy

Old Navy is really stepping up their game and I find myself checking out their latest offerings more often now.

She’s A Betty recently posted about this ruffle-tiered chiffon cami and shows us the many ways that you can wear it. Aside from wearing it as a top with jeans or layered with a short sleeve tee, you can also wear the cami as a skirt and pair it with a form fitting top, or stacked together to create a flapper dress. Neat eh?

I tried this myself in store but as you can see, I couldn’t avoid the puffball effect. I think I’ll stick to wearing it as a top.

Only black is available online but stores have them in cream and gray as well. At $24.95, they’re a good deal. The small sizes are selling quickly!
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Botkier for Target Preview

The Cut just posted a preview of the Botkier for Target collection which hits stores on July 20.

Designer Monica Botkier describes it as “a mix of luxury and utility with a downtown edge. It is for the chic, modern woman — it features rich textures and luxe metallics, combining my signature use of hardware as the jewelry of a handbag while still keeping a focus on functionality.” As with all Botkier bags, every piece in the Target collection comes with lots of interior pockets and a key chain long enough to reach from purse to lock without too much awkward fumbling.

I haven’t been impressed with Target’s designer handbag collaborations and it looks like the Botkier for Target line won’t change my opinion of them. The designs are great but the quality of the handbags aren’t. And I don’t think it’s because the bags aren’t made of real leather. Marc Jacobs makes well made non-leather bags for $70 or less for his Special Items line. I’ve spotted cute handbags at H&M as well. Target chooses really cheap materials to work with and a savvy shopper knows good value when she sees it.

View the rest of the collection after the jump. What do you think?
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California Select Online

California Select, American Apparel’s vintage division, has opened up a virtual shop of select rock-bottom priced previously worn goods for his and her hipsters including a 1980s colorful grid-like plaid dress with dolman sleeves, a 1980s silver metallic faux alligator tote and a blue vintage 1960s ethnic Indian floral printed mini sun dress (all pictured above). Get these and more at California Select’s official eBay store. Most pieces start at $9.99.

Shop California Select online

Check out more items from California Select after the jump.
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Chanel Boutique on Robertson + Exclusives

The new Chanel boutique on Robertson Boulevard opened on Friday, May 30. I received my invitation to visit the new store but I haven’t had a chance to do so yet. The 5,395-square-foot, two-story boutique, designed by Peter Marino, will be as sleek and shiny as the Rodeo flagship store located less than 2 miles away, but is smaller and aims to attract a younger crowd. The boutique will stock a trendier, tightly edited selection of ready-to-wear, fine jewelry, accessories and cosmetics. There will also be exclusive merchandise found only at the Chanel Robertson boutique, such as a limited edition nailpolish, a metallic lambskin quilted classic handbag and cap toe shoes.
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