Target and Alexander McQueen, Pinch Me I'm Dreaming!

I've never hidden the fact that I am an uber fan of Target's "Go International" line. On the Sunday the new collection drops I am there, 9 am, ready to shove any other thrifty fashionistas out of the way. This never happens, as the other thrifty fashionistas who live in Jersey City are apparently still unconscious at 9 am on Sunday. But, when other fashion fans hear this news, I have a feeling I may get into my first fight trying to grab items off the rack.

The latest whisper is that Alexander McQueen, he of elaborate tear-inducing shows and drool-worthy clothes, will be designing an upcoming line for Target.

I'll give you a moment to take that all in.

What this means is there is an actual chance for those of us without trust funds to afford a McQueen piece of our very own! While yes, you could purchase Samsonite luggage that McQueen designed (but you can't wear it!), or sneakers from Puma that he collaborated on (but it's still a Puma sneaker!), or even a piece from his McQ diffusion line (that averages around $300 per item); this is your golden opportunity to have dresses, tops and even possible outerwear hanging in your closet that are designed by the genius himself.

While Target is calling this partnership "Designer Collaborations," a separate entity from their designer capsule collections called "Go International," it appears to be extremely similar. The only difference between the two concepts is that "Go International" is devoted to emerging designers, and "Designer Collaborations" will be teaming with well-established designers.

So while you still have to wait until March to slither into his edgy designs, start saving, because you're going to want every item they offer!

Comments

[DCMinx]

Tarjay has always been one of my fave places for cheap chic couture! But I'm kind of bummed that they haven't done more with high-low designer footwear, like payless. I've found some McQ(ish) shoes to tide me over though: http://www.fantastictoe.com/dcdiva/cheap-chic-practice-your-brit-slang-get-the-alexander-mcqueen-look.html.

[OlsonJ]

While some might be more excited to hear that Lambchop was designing the Steve McQueen collection for Boscov's, or that McG was designing the Charlie's Angels collections for Marshall Fields, any time a big-name designer deigns to create a collection for Target, it is truly news that can be celebrated by the H&M fashionistas who mistake Forever 21 for Fendi. From Bloomies to Bendel, designers have proven that they will make the perceived step down to sell more of their frocks to those not in on the joke.

[char982]

how snobbish

[ValleyAlly]

This is awesome, if it winds up definitely being true! Keep us posted on the date when it comes out and any advance peeks of the fashions in the line!

p.s. How do you find this information so early?!

[Liz Black - Huffpost Blogger]

I cannot reveal my sources... ;)

And it's definitely true- the specific date hasn't been given yet though. I will update it AND absolutely do a review when the collection is available.

[JBS]

Target's been looking for a new hip designer since Isaac Mizrahi announced he was jumping ship for Liz Clairborne.

[LumberJohn]

I am really excited to see what kind of showing he comes up with. As one of the foremost designers of today I wonder if he will cut corners or cheapen his upscale and venerable line. I hope he puts the same amount of effort that he normally puts into his work as this could be a way for him to gain new fans that have not had the chance to experience what he has to offer. I look forward to a review article in March!