Don't all freak out at once but the Target x Neiman Marcus collection is now 50% off in stores and online at target.com. I'm getting the Tracy Reese plates ($19.99, down from $39.99) and possibly some other items. Merry Christmas to me! It was rumored that this collection wouldn't even go on sale, let again get marked down a whopping fifty percent, but it's happening and it's happening now. Thanks to my sister for tipping me off!

Timex has a new collection called "Mix it. Switch it. Love it!" available exclusively at Target that lets you to personalize your wristwear. Just mix and match timepieces and straps for a look that's uniquely you. Chic and colorful strap options include croco, lizard, python and animal prints as well as metallic and patent leather. I was drawn to the colorful display at my local Target and think these would make a great gift. Watches are $39.99 and straps are $9.99, or you can buy a watch that comes with two straps for $49.99. The “Mix it. Switch it. Love it!” collection is available exclusively at Target.

Click through for more pics. Which color combo would you choose?

On Monday, a full two days after the December 1 launch of the Target x Neiman Marcus holiday gift collection, I ventured to my local Target store to see what was left - and not surprisingly, everything was still on the shelves. In multiples. I say "not surprisingly" because I had been watching the inventory levels on Target.com and noticed just about every item was still available. This was no Missonipocalypse, so I'll give Target props for orchestrating a sane launch and imposing shopping limits (purchase quantity is limited to 5 per same item and items must be returned by January 15). But if the buzz on my Instagram feed is correct, the real reason things aren't selling out is the high prices. It's hard to rationalize spending $59.99 on a white canvas tote in the middle of winter even if it says Oscar de la Renta. And while the $79.99 Altuzarra tray was admittedly luxe, my money could go farther on other Target homegoods from say, the Threshold brand (love that line!) Call me a budget shopping vulture, but I'm hoping some of these items will go on sale, like the Tracy Reese dessert plates (beautiful but they don't say "dishwasher" safe - the box does, the actual plates do not. Hmmm.) This collection definitely has its gorgeous moments - the ivory Marchesa dress for girls looks so chic in person - but I had to walk away empty-handed, spending my money on pumpkin spice oatmeal and Fage yogurt instead.

How about you, what did you buy from the collection? Thoughts on quality, pricing?

Keep reading to see lots of real-life photos of the collection.

Moncler's luxe belted down puffer coat is a whopping $1,295 at bloomingdales.com.

Moncler Cobaye Belted Down Coat

Get the look for less with this gorgeous oxblood puffer coat by Mossimo, just $55 at target.com. I tried this coat on in person yesterday and loved it (see my Instagram profile for a pic).



The size small fit perfectly over a chunky sweater, and the sleeves are actually long enough for us taller girls! This coat looks more expensive than it is. I can't vouch for the warmth factor but I think it would be fine for temps above 30F (maybe even chillier depending on your comfort level). Also available in blue, gray or black.