ANNA SUI FOR TARGET

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I thought I’d never say this, but thank god for Target. Without the success of their now very famous collaborations with Alexander McQueen, Proenza Schouler, and Anna Sui, where would Charlotte Ronson for JCPenny or Vera Wang for Kohl’s be? Probably non-existent. Target has been able to prove that you can take high-end, of-the-moment designers, encapsulate their ‘concept’ in 50 or less pieces and actually SELL. You see, I like this idea for two reasons: 1) you’re introducing an entirely different demographic to these incredibly talented individuals 2) you can get McQueen for less than $100 bucks. I’ve seen some grainy images of Rodarte’s collection and it’s just fantastic. Brain & wallet salivating.

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Isn’t this top just precious? I was lucky enough to be in New York when there was an Anna Sui for Target pop-up shop in Soho. In fact, that was the first time I’ve even heard of a ‘pop up shop’. Yes, I know. I’m a country bumpkin! This really isn’t something that I would normally pick out for myself, but I thought it’s black, see-through and a little outrageous, so why not? Overall, I was really impressed with what Anna Sui did. For those of you who don’t remember, she created 4 separate collections, each reflecting a character on Gossip girl. I don’t watch GG (as my friends always refer to it as), so I don’t really know much about the characters. According to what I picked out, I’m Blair Waldorf. Ha!

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I’m trying to wear these damn Ashish boots more so I can get a handle on them. I consider myself to be a bit of a shoe-whisperer. I’ve been able to walk around in the most heinously constructed heels ever since I started wearing them on a regular basis in high school. That being said, I haven’t quite yet cracked the science of wearing these shoes. To be continued….

Wearing Anna Sui for Target Victorian lace blouse, Silence + Noise faux leather pants, Asish for TOPSHOP leopard booties, Stam Marc Jacobs purse

33 Comments to ANNA SUI FOR TARGET

  1. by Ore

    On November 10, 2009 at 11:15 am

    Oh wow, that top is gorgeous!

    http://lipstickboudoir.blogspot.com/

    x’s

  2. by Libby

    On November 10, 2009 at 11:45 am

    Love, love, love that top! It’s a rad mix of goth & hippie. I really wanted to get down to Target and check out Anna Sui’s stuff, but alas I missed out.

  3. by erika

    On November 10, 2009 at 12:02 pm

    OMG. I LOVE THAT TOP!! I NEED IT!

  4. by Ilanka

    On November 10, 2009 at 12:38 pm

    Love love the leopard booties!
    X, fashion-nerdic

  5. by Rina

    On November 10, 2009 at 1:17 pm

  6. by Punkie

    On November 10, 2009 at 1:25 pm

    this shirt is heaven!

  7. by Francesca

    On November 10, 2009 at 3:09 pm

    that top is amazing. I want it!!

    xoxo,
    F

    lekisskiss.blogspot.com <– two girls living in nyc and chicago blogging all things fashion!

  8. by Nini's Style

    On November 10, 2009 at 6:59 pm

    Love your hair sleek back and the blouse is beautiful!!
    xoxo
    Nini

  9. by bec

    On November 10, 2009 at 7:02 pm

    gorgeous!

  10. by madeleine

    On November 10, 2009 at 7:09 pm

    hi, i live in sweden if you wan’t i can look for the dinsko shoes, send me your shoesize i can check if they still have it in the store in my town, , best regards madeleine i love your loepard wedges. wish i bought them intime. love madeleine

  11. by sk

    On November 10, 2009 at 7:12 pm

    Wow I just came across your blog and I love your style! You are such a pretty lady!

  12. by caylee

    On November 10, 2009 at 7:56 pm

    why didn’t i see this top at my target? ugh.
    but you look damn amazing vanessa =)

  13. by Niki

    On November 10, 2009 at 10:49 pm

    girlll you are killing it in this outfit. love it!

    by the way, I gave you a blog award! The HAUTE MESS Award :) Made it myself, no big deal. haha. It’s on my blog, check it out. Congrats!

    xo Niki

    http://ahautemess.blogspot.com

  14. by ANNACHIARA

    On November 11, 2009 at 1:33 am

    wonderfull photos…you’re wonderfull ALWAYS!!!! love your forever :-)

  15. by Style of a Fashionista

    On November 11, 2009 at 1:44 am

    Great look I love that top perfect with the pants.

  16. by emilie

    On November 11, 2009 at 1:49 am

    I love the lace blouse!!!
    xxx
    Emilie from http://whatshappeninginmyfashionworld.blogspot.com/

  17. by macky

    On November 11, 2009 at 4:18 am

    you look stunning and chic as always! love those ashish wedges forever!! FIERCEEEE

  18. by Candy

    On November 11, 2009 at 6:01 am

  19. by Candy

    On November 11, 2009 at 6:02 am

  20. by Candy

    On November 11, 2009 at 6:03 am

    GORGEOUS!!! <3

  21. by Myriam

    On November 11, 2009 at 6:43 am

    I love love LOVE your shoes!!!

  22. by nicole

    On November 11, 2009 at 6:41 pm

    that top is gorgeous! I love the bell sleeves and the mesh cutouts, esp on the arm, that’s so chic and you look fabulous! yeah I wish I could just say “screw you” to my shopping ban but I have to try to stick to it otherwise I can’t buy Christmas gifts! But good point on the lifestyle change, will def keep that in mind, thanks dear!

  23. by WM

    On November 12, 2009 at 1:37 am

    Hi Vanessa!
    Great outfit. Thanks for everything that you post. Your pics really inspire me. Love the top! ;)

    WM

    http://wm-washingmachine.blogspot.com/

  24. by magdalena

    On November 12, 2009 at 6:46 am

    I LOVE YOUR STYLE
    AMAZING BLOG

  25. by taryn andre

    On November 12, 2009 at 10:08 am

    i love everything about that top except for the sleeves. Thats the only thing throwing me off.

    Other than that, id wear it.

  26. by cocorosa

    On November 12, 2009 at 3:50 pm

    Loveeeeeeee this!! those wedges look amazing on you!!!
    Did you had any luck with the dinsko shoes so far?? The Poland booties from LF will be more then 200 dollars????!!! and I like the Dinsko’s better too! I’m thinking about starting a Dinsko search too haha :)

  27. by Vanessa

    On November 12, 2009 at 7:14 pm

    chantal darling!
    I sent you an email…..you should def ask your readers to help you out. My DINSKO pair are en route to Vancouver :) :)
    xx
    V

  28. by casey

    On November 14, 2009 at 3:18 pm

    i DIE for those shoes!!!
    i was at LF today, and it tried them on.. was almost tempted to run out the store in them (even though i’d probly trip after the first few steps!)

    anyways, yes they are soooo cute. perfect outfit with them TOO!

  29. by casey

    On November 14, 2009 at 3:18 pm

    ^^^^ love casey!!!
    –http://mcscloset.blogspot.com/

    (forgot to add that ;) )

  30. by casey

    On November 14, 2009 at 3:19 pm

    ^^^ love casey!!
    –http://mcscloset.blogspot.com/

    (forgot to add that ;] )

  31. by Vanessa

    On November 14, 2009 at 3:27 pm

    I actually like the DINSKO ones better!
    I am eagerly awaiting them in the mail…..DUN DUN DUN!
    xx
    V

  32. by CD

    On November 28, 2009 at 11:45 pm

    Loveeeeeeee this!! those wedges look amazing on you!!!
    Did you had any luck with the dinsko shoes so far?? The Poland booties from LF will be more then 200 dollars????!!! and I like the Dinsko’s better too! I’m thinking about starting a Dinsko search too haha :)

  33. by the style spotter

    On January 27, 2010 at 4:26 pm

    they are IMPOSSIBLE to walk in!!!!! i got them for christmas, and i didn’t realize the heel was so small! how weird, and kind of stupid on their part. have you mastered it yet???

    http://thestylespotter.blogspot.com

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