February, 2012 | Top Image and Fashion Consultant | Milwaukee

Prada’s collection for fall 2012 is so spectacular, that was shown today at Milan Fashion Week, that I have to share the video with you. They used gorgeous geometric mosaic patterns and brilliant colors such as purple, red and orange. Almost every piece, including the pants, were embellished with beautiful beads and crystals. Since I’m a bling lover, this made me extremely happy.

Miuccia Prada has an impeccable eye for color and design, and it really shows with this collection. The shoes and bags are also amazing. You can check out some closeups on my Pinterest boards-Fashion shows, Shoes & Handbags: www.pinterest.com/impeccableimage You can also check out closeups of the embellishments. Unbelievable.

The hair and makeup was interesting to say the least. The hair was dip dyed with 2 different colors and the makeup, specifically eyeshadow, was bright and multi-colored, with 3 or more colors applied to perfection. Once again, you can see a closeup on my Pinterest boards of Make Me up and Hair Styles.

I would wear absolutely every single item in this collection.

This video was sourced from www.rightster.com

There is music with this video.

Today is the launch of another collaboration between Target and a very well known fashion designer, Jason Wu. Of course I had to go check out the collection and compare it to Missoni’s, which was Targets last fashion designer collaboration.

I do have to say, with Missoni’s collection, I was somewhat disappointed by the quality and price points (yes, I know it was Missoni, but I also was in Target). Don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love Missoni’s higher priced collections.

Of course the Jason Wu clothing is right up front which makes it easy to find so I walked quickly to make sure no one else got something I wanted. There wasn’t much, only about 1/5 of the collection, which was disappointing because of course I wanted to see it all!

The first rack had 2 dresses which were cute: the jersey striped dress, $34.99 and the dot print shirt dress, $39.99. Both were cute and priced right. Then came a rack with the tee in gray with lace print, $19.99. The shirt is a nice soft rayon and seems to be good quality. This is the piece I purchased. Out of the pieces that were available, this is the one I thought I’d get the most use from.

Another rack had the Navy floral chiffon dress, $39.99 and a Belize blue long sleeve pointelle (small holes) sweater, $39.99. The dress is priced well but the sweater/cardigan is overpriced. It would be better priced at $24.99. I’d be interested to see how many people pay that price and are happy as a result.

The last rack I saw had the pleated black skirt, $29.99 and Navy floral sleeveless top with a sheer panel, $26.99. I think this would be better priced at $22.99.

After the clothes racks, I went to the very bare accessory rack and looked at the few things that were left. The lace clutch, $29.99 and straw clutch, $29.99 were left. They are fun and can be worn with many different outfits, which makes them a good bet for a spring purse.

Overall, I think the quality of Jason Wu’s collection is good and the pieces are cute and have nice details. Some of the prices could be lower but overall, they’re not bad. Get them while you can!