Missoni for Target

While some people are less-than-pleased with Target's customer service during the Missonipocalypse, I hardly have reason to complain. I set my alarm for 6 a.m. and was able to order exactly what I wanted from the line (the shift dress pictured above). For me, the real test lies in whether I like it once the package arrives at my door. Based on a few reviews of the collection I've seen already, I have high hopes.

That being said--the whole "Missoni for Target launches tomorrow morning" campaign on Twitter really irked me. Go ahead and say you can't release a specific time because you are attempting to avoid a site crash or that you are unsure of when everything will fully be available to purchase. People can handle it. I promise.

Also, I know it's not the capitalist way, but next time please set up quantity limits. Price gougers on eBay are profiting off your company and the poor souls who tried to log on to your website last night only to find nearly everything sold out. And I'm not just talking 1 or 2 inflated auctions. There are over 30,000 search results for "Missoni for Target" on eBay. Do you not take issue with them selling your products for two and three times their retail value? Hardly seems fair.

Just my $0.02.

Readers, what did you think of the Missoni for Target frenzy? Did you get what you wanted? Are you stalking eBay?

My favorites: Missoni for Target

By now, everyone and their mother has posted the complete Missoni for Target lookbook. I won't bore you with a repeat of all 400 looks, but here are my tops picks from the designer collaboration.

After perusing the sneak peak catalog of images, I'm seriously coveting the collection's accessories. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for the clothes, but quality is key. They'll either be a home run or a huge disapointment.

Starting from the top:

Scarves are a Missoni staple, and I have high hopes for the Target versions. These two were my favorites--they'd both look cute paired with a solid peacoat. This southern girl needs to stock up on cold-weather essentials for winter in New York city.

Why aren't more bloggers raving about these pumps? If I can only purchase one thing from the collection, it'd be a pair of these shoes. A unique take on a classic black pump? I couldn't ask for anything more.

Plain and simple, I'm a sucker for floppy hats.

And finally, I'm still trying to cozy up my new apartment, so how cute would this zigzag blanket look tossed over an armchair? I love the bright colors, and I can't quite tell, but it looks reversible!

Readers, what do you think of the Missoni for Target lookbook? What pieces are y'all most excited about? The collection debuts online and in stores September 13!

Yarn Bombs in Brooklyn

Have y'all heard of yarn bombing? Don't feel bad. I hadn't either until I read this New York Times article a few weeks ago. I didn't think much of it until I literally stumbled upon the crafting-graffiti phenomenon.

Earlier this week, a few friends and I ventured over the river to Brooklyn for a bit of exercise, views of the Manhattan skyline and a sweet treat from the famed Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory. Mere steps off the bridge we ran into this yarn bombed bicycle. The crafter in me loved it. So quirky and bright against the boring concrete background!

Readers, have you seen yarn bombing? What do you think of the trend? Is it odd that the color palette reminds me a bit of Missoni? Check out the ad for their collaboration with Target!