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Josie Natori for Target Lookbook




Back in June, we learned that Target was teaming up with internationally renowned designer Josie Natori, and now we have our first look at this limited-edition collection of lingerie and loungewear.

Inspired by the signature Josie Natori East-meets-West aesthetic, the collection is comprised of 37 pieces and includes bras, panties, robes, knit and woven pants, leggings, camis and chemises. The holiday collection (available Oct. 30 through Dec. 22, 2011) features deep red geometric prints with Geisha accents while the Valentine's Day collection (available Jan. 1 through Feb. 23, 2012) includes floating butterflies with hot pink florals. Both collections include an assortment of solid-colored bras and panties. Ranging in price from $9.99 to $34.99, both installments of Josie Natori for Target will be available at most Target stores and Target.com.

I was at the press preview back in June and got to meet the designer, she was extremely gracious and enthusiastic about the collection. You can see more of my photos from the press preview on my Facebook page (here). I'll definitely pick up a piece or two for myself, the collection is fun, colorful and sassy. My favorite print is the cherry blossoms, super cute!

Click through to see all the looks, mouse over any image for details.

Ask BB: Hermes Cape Cod Watch Look for Less

I love, love, love the Hermes Cape Cod watch but would not pay this much for a leather watch even if I had it. Do you know of any budget versions? —Allie



The beautiful Cape Cod pm watch is $2,525 at usa.hermes.com. Celebrity fans of this classic style include Gwyneth Paltrow (here) and Princess Beatrice of York.

To my delight, I found Avon has a great look for less in either brown or black for just $19.99 (down from $29.99).



The Look for Less: Chanel Two-Tone Riding Boots

Kourtney Kardashian's two tone Chanel riding boots
Can't decide between brown or black riding boots? Satisfy both desires with a two-tone riding boot. Kourtney Kardashian has had her Chanel two-tone riding boots for a while now, and they always catch my eye when I see her wearing them. They work so well to add polish to even the most casual of looks. While the exact price is unknown, it's safe to say her boots cost over $1,000.

Photo Credit: Wagner Az PacificCoastNews.com


MNG by MANGO Mission: Paris Stripes




We've been to London and Milan, now it's off to Paris for our third MNG by MANGO Mission. In case you missed it, I'm going to Barcelona along with 9 other fashion bloggers at the end of this month to tour the MNG headquarters, and we'll be joined by the winner of the ELLE sweepstakes (which ended Monday, I hope you entered!).

This week's challenge: Style a Parisian-inspired outfit around something with stripes.





Missoni for Target: Redemption Island

Missoni for Target

When the now infamous Missoni for Target collection launched, and shelves were laid bare within mere hours by eager fans and opportunists alike, I was quick to express my disappointment as one of the many customers who was too late to the party and missed out on all the goodies. Poor me, I know. Boo hoo. Well, I think it's only fair to follow up on my initial post with a complete list of the items I actually did manage to acquire in the weeks following the fast-fashion fiasco.