The Jean Paul Gaultier for Target collection hit stores Sunday, and while i wasn't able to see it for myself, I recruited my sister to check it out for me and take the photos you see here. Isn't that what sisters are for? Anyways, my sister was pleasantly surprised by the overall quality and styling, despite prices that felt higher than usual and inconsistent sizing (a constant battle). Highlights for her included the brown and red leather bomber—undeniably fabulous, but then again, you'd expect it to be great for $200, she said. The tattoo print tights, tops and bathing suits, however, are reminiscent of Ed Hardy and therefore seem generic rather than special. The rolled collar floral dress was her favorite piece because of the lovely neckline and interesting detailing. She actually liked the plastic-y fabric because it holds its shape and doesn't wrinkle. All things considered, my sister says this might be her favorite Designer Collaborations line so far. Have you shopped this collection yet? What did you buy?
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I only bought the green dress and the trench coat (yes, I was lucky enough to get one!), but I might not keep the trench.
I really wasn't that impressed. The sizes were terrible. I'm normally about an 8 and I couldn't even squeeze into the size 13 black dress your sister is wearing above!
I tried on EVERYTHING and wasn't really into most of it. I agree about the tattoo tights- they were kinda awesome, but not worth $25!
Suze
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Just wrote a review today:
http://pretty-lil-things.blogspot.com/2010/03/in-store-shopping-jean-paul-gaultier.html
However, I TRULY fell in love with the pinstriped navy skirt--so flirty and cute. Ah, takes me back to the days of uniforms at school--though I had to wear a hideous Kelly green color back then.
Anyway, you've got to see this one. I think they ran a bit small, but I went up one size, just so I could wear it further down on the hips and not as high up on the waist. Wonderfully sexy for fun-sized shorties like me with black tights and oxford pumps. The quality of the fabric was good with a decent metal zipper on the side. Nice touch!
The skirt also has these hidden pockets. (Sorry, I like having pockets!) Fortunately, you don't lose any style by having them there.
I thought about getting the matching pinstripe jacket, but I was undecided about getting it, and I didn't want to break the bank on that particular trip.
I might try another Target to see what else they have in stock. Get it while you can--there were a few sizes left!
I do wish they'd used the Japanese tattoo-ish print on more stuff... perhaps on less, uh, brief stuff.