Pastels Pop This Spring

Seeing spots? Hope not, because that is simply not healthy. But seeing pastels and flamboyant candy color hues sure is. It is now becoming a well-known fashion fact that pastels and dandy candy tinges are back in the spotlight. And boy, do they ever shine!

Philip Lim sent his girls dressed head-to-toe in pastels for his spring 2012 ready-to wear collection. Models adorned basic frocks, misty tangerine pants paired with sweet lilac tops, and flowing white cardigans. For those too shy for the tangy pastel pants, Liam created another pair — this time, the pantalones were pink to perfection.

Spring 2012 may have fashion fanciers transported back to the seventies, as style houses like Missoni and Alice + Olivia are doing their mod thang. Missoni sported a multi-colored pastel knit mini, revealing that pale blues and dainty pinks are not for Easter eggs anymore. Alice + Olivia was not shy when it came to showing clothes in bright confections of pastels. Hello, Pepto-Bismol pinks and sea-foam greens! Altogether, these cutesy garments look tasty enough to eat, but be warned: Just because the color is pastel doesn't mean there isn’t any edge.

Text Katelyn Chef
Source & Image Style.com

Target For Missoni Sweeps Us Off Our Feet

Remember when the designer collaborations with Target were brand spanking new and we all had a real reason to get to Target besides to purchase an unhealthy number of toiletries? Ah, the golden years, when those highly anticipated capsule collabs were something to be talked about and on some occasions, to camp in front of your local Target before opening hours. Alas, after a few major misses with some promising designers (not naming names here), it seems as though the enthusiasm of said collections began to wane – like dating a majorly cute guy whose hilarious jokes are getting less and less funny with every date.

It’s not that we were planning to break up with Target (those collections have left us with some of the best affordable shopping frenzies in history) but being swept off our feet again, couldn’t hurt either. Looks like the romance is more than back with the biggest designer collaboration in Target history - and with Missoni , nonetheless.

With over 400 pieces, the collection includes swimwear, luggage, men’s ties, and an iPad case as well as treats for the wee ones, on top of a huge assortment of women’s apparel. But best of all has to be the Missoni for Target bike – trust, we’d wait days in line for this bad boy! And with the release date of September 13th coming right up, we’ve got just enough time to get our camping gear in order.

Text Tienlyn Jacobson
Source(s): Target, Missoni

Missoni: Target's Next Big Guest Designer

Designer bargain hunters everywhere, prepare your closets, homes, and credit cards for Target's next big guest designer; Missoni!

Behind-the-scenes images from Target's promotional TV spot for the new collection were released today and so far we are loving what we see. Acting as a spokes-model for the limited line, Missoni successor Margherita was spotted donning a retro shift dress, headscarf, and rolling luggage to match. The collection seems to have a retro 60's, jet setting vibe that is perfect for the upcoming fall season. The line will feature over 400 women's, men's, and children's garments. Linens, home decor, and even a cruiser created by the brand will be at available as well!

The collection is set to release this upcoming fall and will be available for purchase online and in-stores from September-October!

Text Lauryn Stone

Sources(s): Refinery29.com

Missoni Mamas: Baby Strollers For Fashionistas

Your eyes don't deceive you. Those are the iconic Missoni zig-zags adorning a baby stroller. But don't be mistaken, this isn't just any baby accessory, the Italian fashion house has teamed with Bugaboo, outfitter to the miniature stars. According to the the UK Telegraph, Gwenyth Paltrow, Gwen Stefani, and Maggie Gylenhall are all fans of the baby brand which they have dubbed the "Rolls Royce of pushchairs". The collection will launch in July at selected retailers while Harrod's retailers will carry the products beginning in June.

The 'Cameleon'--a block color print--will be available with complete stroller and Missoni accesories for £880.
The 'Bee'--the traditional Missoni zig-zag--will be (with complete package) available for £579.

Text Hannah Morris
Source: Telegraph.uk
Image: nitrolicious.com

Trend Watch: Short Shorts

Of course the warmer it gets, the shorter your shorts get; however, some report shorts are becoming even shorter this season. Hot Shorts are beginning to gain some steam after being seen on several Spring/Summer collections' runways including Chanel and Missoni. The Chanel striped hot short retails at $910. For those of us mere-mortals, there are other options at more mere-mortal prices.

When finding the right hot short, there are different styles including front-pleats, double-breasted or high-waist. Choose the silhouette right for your body type. In addition, try a funky floral print or art-deco print to spice it up. When wearing short shorts, you may want to leave something to the imagination; therefore, pair with a basic short sleeve tee and some strappy platforms heels to elongate your legs. Add some tortoise glassess and you're ready to conquer this trend. ASOS.com has a great offering of shorts at great price points.

-Tamera Blair Darden

Missoni Exhibit in London

While most designers claim that their work is their art, Ottavio (Tai) and Rosita Missoni truly lived up to that motto. The fashion duo and real life couple founded the famous knitwear line back in 1953 and the family controlled empire has continued to push the style envelope ever since.

Now, the Estorick Collection in London is commemorating their contributions to the art and fashion worlds in a new exhibit--"Workshop Missoni: Daring to be Different." The show pairs Missoni's designs with futurist pieces from the collection of famed art enthusiast, Eric Estorick.

What's more is that Luca Missoni, the couple's son, will be curating the event. “As a curator of Tai and Rosita’s work, I wanted to show not just a family story, but how they shocked the world in the late ’60s and ’70s,” he said.

If you want to check out the exhibit, it runs until September 20th.