RODARTE FOR TARGET

rodarteleopard2

I think this is my favorite piece from the Rodarte for Target capsule collection. Maybe it’s because I have a weak spot for leopard print or mini dresses, but I’m desperately in love with this dress and want to wear it over and over again. I had heard some mixed reviews concerning the quality of the items, but let’s be honest here people. For 1/10th the price, you are getting exactly what you pay for. I think everything is playful, coquettish, and devilishly pretty. I also got the silk crepe dress in black and mustard–never have I felt so much like princess in my life!!! Will post those and other Rodarte items later on :) Obviously I’m smitten!

rodarteleopard1 rodarteleopard4 rodarteleopard5

Whoa….so it looks like 2009 has come to an end huh? I don’t like to measure my accomplishments by yearly basis, but this year has been pretty remarkable. A lot of shit has happened this year. First I started my blog on my 25th birthday, then my almost 4 year boyfriend and I mutually agreed to part ways, and most recently I left my job. Do I believe that things happen for a reason? No. I don’t like that school of thought. I believe in serendipity. I’ll admit now that at the beginning of 2009, I felt restless and a little lost…and well a bit sad. I was working in a company that offered me all the opportunities someone my age would jump at. My colleagues were young and cool; even my manager was a friend! But at the back of my mind I felt trapped…doomed almost. Doomed to walk down a path that I never intended for myself…like getting sucked into a professional black hole. Then I started this blog and people actually read it! It motivated me to make it better….to take the next step…then I thought of a store.

rodarteleopard6 rodarteleopard8 rodarteleopard7

So I guess what I’m trying to say is that don’t rush to figure your life out. I think there’s a lot of pressure on us to start our careers as soon as we leave university. I did that…and look where I am now! Don’t feel trapped by your circumstances because there is always a way out. You just gotta muster some gumption, blind faith and fucking jump!

rodarteleopard9 rodarteleopard10 rodarteleopard11

Thankfully for me, my passion found me in the form of a funny little blog called The Haute Pursuit. I guess we are all in hot pursuit of something. A dream. A boy. A job. Now I know what I’m chasing after, I don’t feel so lost anymore. I really do love all of you and appreciate you guys like crazy!!! Without readership….who knows where’d my little hobby be today?

rodarteleopard15

Ooooh so on that note…because I’ve picked up some more followers of late, I think I’m going to answer any questions you guys have for me…..the two most common ones I’ve gotten thus far include: 1. How tall are you? Me: 5’6″ (but I wish I was 5’8″) 2. What is your descent? My father is Chinese Canadian, my mother is from Hong Kong. Please leave it in the comment box or shoot me a quick email!!!

rodarteleopard16

Oh and how FUCKING awesome are these Mendel boots? hehe. Interesting that they named these after the father of genetic inheritance. Another fun fact (you won’t get this unless you have some sorta biology background, so my apologies), but I came *this* close to going as a Punnett Square to a costume party. I thought I was pretty cool in University. Heh.

rodarteleopard14

Wearing Rodarte leopard dress, Vintage fur coat, BCBG Mendel boots, Christopher Kane for TOPSHOP bag, La Dama red knitted rosary, BCBG snake & armor rings

Follow me on BLOG LOVIN & TWITTER!!!!

Photos by Dan

63 Comments to RODARTE FOR TARGET

  1. by Olivia

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:02 am

    Gorgeous Gorgeous!! And congrats on finding out what makes you happy, that’s the best thing you can accomplish in your twenties I say! xo

  2. by Tonika howaRd

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:08 am

    OOOOWWWW… the fit is very adorable

  3. by jennie

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:10 am

    great post. well written. you got the sequin dress too, right? just keep me in mind in case you want to part ways with it. (i can’t believe i was too lazy to go to target and get it when i had the chance!) i’m 5’4″ and wish i was 5’7″. (it’s a kate moss thing)
    best of luck in 2010!

    -j
    http://www.goingwest.net

  4. by Ashley

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:23 am

    This is such an inspiring post! I feel completely lost right now, as I’ve recently graduated college and have no idea what to do. It’s so great to hear that you were once where I currently am, and everything has worked out so wonderfully for you! Hope you have an amazing new year! And also, those shoes are *amazing*!

    -Ashley
    http://breakfastatsaks.blogspot.com

  5. by Sylvia

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:26 am

    the dress looks amazing on you and i love the heels! this has got to be my favourite post of yours. best of luck in everything you do in the future!!

  6. by SAM EZRA

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:31 am

    THAT DRESS LOOKS STUNNING ON YOU!

    XX
    HTTP://ALMOSTLIKESUSHI.BLOGSPOT.COM

  7. by StarvingStylist

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:31 am

    Hey gorgeous, just wanted to send you all the love from me to you for the new year ….and damn you, your beautiful in these photos above xoxo

  8. by christing

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:41 am

    this look is so hot! love everything about it! esp the dress and boots!!

    http://fashionhedonism.blogspot.com

  9. by allegra

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:55 am

    I just adore your blog and I’m really happy you have this hobby :)

    I wish you all the best for 2010 and btw, your shoes are totally awesome, and of course don’t forget the dress- it’s nothing but stunning!

  10. by Mmmitzi

    On December 31, 2009 at 1:29 am

    I really enjoyed reading this beautiful and honest post. A reminder to all of us how much this blog is a reflection to your passion. Truely an inspiration for anyone entering the creative field. Thank you for your honesty and for pursuing what you love with excellence.

  11. by bisou-joue

    On December 31, 2009 at 1:36 am

    Girl you look awesome ! And you’re right your mendel boots are fuckin’ awesome !! I love rings too !
    Moreover your post is really interesting, I loved reading it !
    I’m not in the case than you, but my studies are so difficult, and I’m not sure to succeed… So my blog is also very important too me !

    Happy new year !

  12. by libys11

    On December 31, 2009 at 1:41 am

    omgoodness!!!!!
    i didn’t realize that the texture of the dress was that interesting!!! i love it!! it’s so gorgeous even more with the details i saw in this post! aaahh!!! i love love love those shoes!!! to die for!! im totally obsessing over chunky, sleek wedges. aaahh!!! those are phenomenal! :D

  13. by tingting

    On December 31, 2009 at 2:03 am

    What job did you have before you decided to open your own store and follow your real dreams? Didn’t you have any pressure from your parents and other peers?

  14. by natasha's-view

    On December 31, 2009 at 2:11 am

    I really really enjoyed this post, very honest…you look great btw :-)
    Happy New Year’s

    N.

  15. by Vanessa

    On December 31, 2009 at 2:13 am

    Tingting,
    I was working in a cutting edge biotech company. What they are doing is going to change many lives in the future. Without going into too much detail, it was related to stem cell research. Um…initially there was a lot of negative/confused reaction to what I was going to do. I think this is a common problem faced by entrepreneurs….people just not ‘getting it’. My parents are as fine as they can be about it. My Dad is totally cool, but my Mom is a little torn. She wants me to pursue my dreams in fashion while working but hey that ain’t going to happen! I was really unhappy for a long time (and yes, sad!) and was sick of complaining. So I decided to change the course of my life…..and here I am! I’m a little scared, but more excited about everything :)
    xx
    V

  16. by confessions of a marc addict.

    On December 31, 2009 at 3:02 am

    so many things to say about this post – firstly, i totally agree about the rodarte quality argument. OBVIOUSLY the quality of the garment is not going to be on the same level as normal rodarte apparel…or it would be $4,000, not $40. getting designer level quality at $40 wouldn’t be a sale, it would be stealing! hah. and that leopard dress looks gorgeous on you. secondly, congratulations to you for pursuing your dreams and having the courage to break out of the safe and “known” into the unknown! i hope i will have as much courage as you when i start pursuing my career goals. i hope 2010 brings you lots of happiness and success!

  17. by Lilisfashion

    On December 31, 2009 at 3:57 am

    Gorgeous! I want those shoes:)

  18. by Fashion Cloud

    On December 31, 2009 at 4:51 am

    Your honesty is refreshing :)
    Gorgeous as always dear, loving the dress on you!
    Have a great time tonight and hope you find yourself a great career opportunity in 2010 and maybe a new love (for someone or something haha).

    xx
    FashionCloud

  19. by sketch

    On December 31, 2009 at 7:10 am

    A beautiful lady with good design tastes, there’s nothing better.

  20. by K8

    On December 31, 2009 at 7:22 am

    Sexy. I love it and I think I’m sold on this collection. In fact I think I like this dress the best of all that I’ve seen. Is this the one that you thought was too short?

    Fashion X K8

  21. by annie

    On December 31, 2009 at 7:27 am

    You look great! Happy new year <3

  22. by CC

    On December 31, 2009 at 7:31 am

    Great Post…Great Look!! Stay Fabulous!!!

  23. by fashion roadkill

    On December 31, 2009 at 7:53 am

    Is there a Target in Van??? How did you manage to snag that dress? Lucky girl!
    Good for you for doing what you feel is right for you.

    http://fashionroadkill-halifax.blogspot.com

  24. by Dira

    On December 31, 2009 at 8:05 am

    i fucking love you, hahaaa
    it’s always scary to take chances, and i admire your fearlessness.

  25. by Stine K.

    On December 31, 2009 at 8:18 am

    Jealous!
    There is no Target in Norway (Boo! Hiss!), and collections like these makes me wish there was… or that I was back in the US. (I lived there for about a year when I was 11-12.)

    That dress really suits you, sweetie. :)

  26. by Antoine

    On December 31, 2009 at 8:26 am

    OOooh I don’t want to sink in “cliché” BUT I simply think that your “Fashion crush” is caused by its capacity to reveal/sublimate your “Roaring feline” side . . .
    ps: I warmly wish you an Excellent New Year’s Eve AND All my best wishes for 2010 Dear Vanessa (Mmmh Actually I am a “self-proclaimed expert ès Soccer’s metaphors” . . . AND think that you can win a match without following an established tactics BUT by relying upon your instinct too) !!!

    à Bientôt, Antoine

  27. by Monika

    On December 31, 2009 at 9:23 am

    woo you are a fashion guru;)! Your boots are so beautiful!! :)

    Monika from J’adore Fashion

  28. by naps

    On December 31, 2009 at 10:57 am

    those rings and shoes are insane <3333 my two weaknesses… jewelry and shoes. :o ) xoxo

    http://www.ashleyCheapPerfume.blogspot.com

  29. by kat

    On December 31, 2009 at 11:25 am

    wow, those mendel boots are amazinggggggggggg! and you look gorgeous in that leopard dress. great post!

    kat

  30. by Marloes

    On December 31, 2009 at 12:54 pm

    You look perfect! <3 absolutely love it. I'm also very much in love with everything Rodarte! Wish Target would ship to the Netherlands.

    & you should be very proud of yourself for following your dream.

  31. by Natalie

    On December 31, 2009 at 8:57 pm

    So I took forever to see your response to my comment about beaver tails!! Eek, yeah Steveston is in Richmond by the fraser river, where there are boats sometimes and you can buy seafood and why not… I thought you were there since there is a location by Steveston that looks just like the scenery you were photographed in; which is quite breath taking during summer evenings.

    Anyways blabbering too much! Doesn’t matter where you are, you have such an amazing style. I am epically jealous you got your hands on a Rodarte x Target dress. :) And I must try those Beaver tails sometime!

    Thanks, it’s so awesome you live in Vancouver. Finally some daring style in a city where most people think the style here only consists of yoga/active wear…

    x Natalie

  32. by sarah

    On January 1, 2010 at 1:35 am

    Hello,
    I have created a blog a while ago but never felt stylish enough to feature myself. Looking at your blog( that i discovered few days ago via Anywho.dk) just makes me want to go out there and just let it all out, and reading your post above ( believe it or not) just gave me an extra push.
    I think that you are very effortlessly stylish and your blog really is inspiring.
    Keep posting.

  33. by Snoblak

    On January 1, 2010 at 8:19 am

    Your blog is wonderful. And it’s so true what you say about not judging life by what you have done in 365 days. I am done with university (UBC ! ) and moved to London. Despite being frustrated about the recession / job market I am glad I have had this time to think and also start a blog.

    I am 5’8″ and wish I was 5’10″…hahaha. But that’s life. You are gorgeous and intelligent. Do whatever you want to do in life. No one should be stuck in any box created by society. You only have one life ;-)

  34. by Tiffany

    On January 1, 2010 at 10:23 am

    I love your dress. It looks amazing on you!

  35. by Calico

    On January 1, 2010 at 10:48 am

    LOVES it!

    That was my fave pieces from Rodarte x Target, as well. I agree that the quality is a little wonky, but super-cute design, print, and LOVE the bows in back!! All in all, a great piece and a great price. Kinda wishing I had bought it now… haha

    So psyched I found your blog/twitter in 09! Here’s to an amazing 2010!

    xoxo
    Elissa

  36. by jasna

    On January 1, 2010 at 1:35 pm

    Hello hun!! I luved ur post and outfit, I hope 2010 is going to be amazing for u!! Good Luck with everything! chat soon mwah xx

  37. by mattaya

    On January 1, 2010 at 2:16 pm

    My 1st time commenting here but you make the dress look so good! You’re right about the quality, I don’t think it’s all that good but what should one expect at Rodarte at those prices. Good luck with your career, I really enjoy reading your blog :)

  38. by Aranxa

    On January 1, 2010 at 5:44 pm

    I WANT YOUR DRESS..NOW! it looks soo amazing on you and those rings ahhh im a sucker for rings haha
    xx,
    http://whitenailpolishandcoffee.blogspot.com/

  39. by cece

    On January 1, 2010 at 7:41 pm

    I love the dress especially th boots!

  40. by adri

    On January 1, 2010 at 10:07 pm

    That dress looks amazing on you, i love the way you styled it.

    I was lucky enough to snag a dress from the collection, in my target they practically were sold out on everything.

  41. by mode.ulation

    On January 2, 2010 at 5:21 am

    great outfits you have! your blog is great =).

  42. by The Photodiarist

    On January 2, 2010 at 9:09 am

    What an awesome post. I agree that we are pushed to figure out what we are going to do way too early. But you are right that we can change at any time, with some guts and gumption. I’ve heard a saying recently. It goes like this: If you jump off a building, you might crash if you think that you will or you might grow wings if you believe in yourself. You have clearly grown wings and they will take you to great places. Happy New Year!

  43. by jador-fAahion

    On January 2, 2010 at 12:12 pm

    you look lovely dear, nice post–great message! wish you all the best in 2010!xx

  44. by late Afternoon

    On January 2, 2010 at 1:16 pm

    Damn those rings are killer! I am smitten with you and you’re style,

  45. by davi

    On January 2, 2010 at 1:45 pm

    Congrats on your bold steps!!! Love your blog!!! You have an amazing figure. How do you maintain the body of an 18 year old as a 25 year old? How much do you weigh? A little personal I know :)

    Look forward to reading your blog all year long.

    Davi

  46. by Phyllis

    On January 2, 2010 at 2:03 pm

    hey hun, you look great in that dress =)
    it’s nice to here that you struck out and did your own thing, successfully, with no regrets. i just finished college and instead of continuing along that path, am just trying to go out and find a way to do what i love w/o being boxed in. i’m excited but frankly, mostly shit-scared, haha. but hopefully it’ll be a good thing, reading your blog is def encouraging =)

  47. by Cris M.

    On January 2, 2010 at 5:20 pm

    thank you!! I love your style and you’ve an AMAZING blog! to my fav’s.. of course!! and happy new year sweety! ;)

  48. by leeselooks

    On January 2, 2010 at 5:26 pm

    HEY GORGINA!

    loving all the leopard .
    you look so darn hot ! ! !

    boo to cold weather in canada- but yay to yummy layers and chunky scarves

    h a p p y 2 0 1 0

    xxoo

  49. by Fi

    On January 2, 2010 at 8:52 pm

    Can you please do an ENTRY on how you maintain your hair????

    Like, what PRODUCTS do you use on it? Thanks so much! Love your blog!!! Definitely brings a smile to my face =D

  50. by claulovesfashion

    On January 3, 2010 at 12:20 pm

    OMG!!!!!!!!!!! — iREALLY love all that u are wearinggggggggggg!! …the cross pendant and the ringssssssssssss!!

    ..HAPpy NeW yEAr 2010!!*

    visit my blog & follow me! =;-O

    http://www.claulovesfashion.blogspot.com

    ..muamua!*

  51. by erin

    On January 3, 2010 at 2:13 pm

    yesss! the shoes! i love them. and they make that dress look extra hot.

  52. by WM

    On January 3, 2010 at 3:29 pm

    Hi girl !!!! wow ! love that leopard print dress !!!! amazing ! this outfit is sooooo hot !

    xoxo
    HTTP://WWW.WASHMACH.COM/

  53. by Becs

    On January 3, 2010 at 5:30 pm

    Hey lady, you look hott in the dress. Killer combo with those amazing shoes and I love the cross necklace. Amen to what you said, and here’s to a fab 2010!

    xo, Becs

  54. by caylee

    On January 3, 2010 at 11:06 pm

    i absolutely love this dress on you.
    perfect perfect perfect; not too short at all.
    happy new year V!
    xo

  55. by heather

    On January 3, 2010 at 11:59 pm

    Does Target ship to Canada now?!?!? That dress is fantastic!

  56. by mariah

    On January 4, 2010 at 1:02 am

    Hey how did you get into the dress? lol I know I know weird question, but I also have the dress but I’m afraid of ripping off the thread that is keeping the bow taut. Did you just slip it on instead?

  57. by Vanessa

    On January 4, 2010 at 1:38 am

    Mariah, I tried to respond to your email but it didn’t work.
    There are clasps on the bows! You just gotta unclip them :) They are kinda hard to spot at first especially when you’re just slipping into it, but they are there :)
    xx
    V

  58. by Punkie

    On January 4, 2010 at 12:32 pm

    awesome dress and boots!

  59. by Mariah

    On January 5, 2010 at 7:08 pm

    Ohh wooow I feel dumb lol Thanks, I just went to check my dress and now I totally see the clips. Thanks Vanessa! :D

  60. by Brianne

    On January 7, 2010 at 4:47 pm

    i have this dress too! just scooped the last one in my size two weeks ago. I love the bows on the back.

    Rodarte for Target might be my favorite so far :)

  61. by THE DIVINITUS

    On January 19, 2010 at 2:16 pm

    i really like the way you styled that dress.

  62. by jonestown

    On January 19, 2011 at 9:37 am

    Hi there!
    Can I please ask what size you bought this wonderful dress in? I’ve currently got my eye on a 7 on ebay- (sizing is different in Australia) is that anything close to yours?

    Many thanks and awesome blog by the way!

Trackbacks

  1. STACKED « The Haute Pursuit

Leave a Reply