Reviewing the Collection: 3.1 Phillip Lim for Target

The long anticipated (for some of us) 3.1 Phillip Lim collaboration with Target finally hit stores and the internet today.

The line is filled with pieces that work for every aspect of one's lifestyle.  There are plenty of work-friendly pieces from which to choose, pieces with a touch of sparkle that will work well for all the upcoming holiday events, and some fun pop-art casual pieces that will get you through the weekend in style.

Unfortunately, the collection is only available in misses sizes - no petites or plus-sizes. I plan on picking up at least a piece or two out of the line and getting them altered to fit my petite frame, if necessary.

Here are my favorites from the collection:

For evening:

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Tuxedo Jacket
$59.99

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Sparkle Dress (Available in blue too here)
$49.99

Fun print!

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Animal Print Silky Skirt
$29.99

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Canvas Drawstring Travel Bag
$49.99

Work:

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Dress with Faux Leather
$49.99

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Floral Print Peplum Tank
$39.99

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target Tote with Gusset (see here; Available in stores only)
$54.99

Casual:

3.1 Phillip Lim for Target French Terry Sweatshirt
$29.99

Do you like this most recent designer collaboration with Target?

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Target is offering up one of their best fall collections in years.  I've already nabbed several pieces from their Mossimo selections, and the 3.1 Phillip Lim collaboration hasn't even hit stores yet!

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Black continued to be a major color on fall's runways as did winter white; however, grey took center stage as the neutral for fall 2013.  While nothing can replace black as my favorite go-to neutral, grey is a wonderful and softer option that works well with many skin tones. 

Sweater:  Target (Available here)
Pants:  The Limited (Similar here)

Head-to-toe grey is super sophisticated, but grey also works well with black and white as well as camel, cognac, navy, and the gorgeous jewel tones that were all over fall runways.

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Source:  Style.Com

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Source:  MarieClaire.com

Blouse:  The Limited
Tote:  New York & Company (Similar here)

I love this batwing cocoon sweater.  When I first saw the sweater, I thought it was so chic, but then I started thinking that maybe it looked a little like Dorothy on "Golden Girls."  Then, I decided that this is not a bad thing.  "Golden Girls" is an amazing show, and Dorothy is my favorite character.  So, hey, whatev...  :-)  

Shoes:  Target
Cuff:  The Limited

Necklace:  Target

The sweater is lightweight and airy, but it is still warm.  The black piping adds a cool touch. I have a few different outfit ideas for this sweater that I'm looking forward to wearing this fall.

Do you like using grey as a neutral?


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