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

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Fall 2013 Fashion Trends: The Luxe Sweatshirt

Sweatshirts were a big trend on fall runways.  No longer relegated to the gym and other super casual situations, sweatshirts were elevated a notch this fall through various fabrications.

Sweatshirt:  Torrid (Sold out on-line; may be available in stores; Similar here)
Pants:  The Limited (Available here)

Sweatshirts were paired with lady-like brocade skirts, matching and mixed prints, leather, and more.

DKNY Fall 2013 look
Souce:  Style.com

J.Crew Fall 2013 look
Source:  Glamour.com

Yesterday, I paired my chiffon-front leopard print sweatshirt with a black blazer and burgundy pants for work.

Blazer:  The Limited (Similar here)
Clutch:  The Limited (Available here)

I'm hoping to find a chambray or black button-down top to layer under the sweatshirt for a slightly preppy look that would be perfect for a casual Friday at work.

I've been looking for a chambray shirt that doesn't gap, pull, or have tons of extra fabric in the shoulders...forever!

Milly Fall 2013 look
Source:  MarieClaire.com

Tibi Fall 2013 look
Source:  Style.com

Shooties:  Soft Styles by Hush Puppies (Kohl's) (Available here)

Do you like the luxe sweatshirt trend? 

Today concludes my series on fall trends.  Hope you've enjoyed my interpretation of some of the season's biggest trends!

To see this sweatshirt in another look, see here.

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Fall 2013 Fashion Trends: Classic Prints

I have noticed over the last several seasons that the trends tend to be getting more classic and wearable.  In fact, a lot of the fall trends seem to simply be repeats of last fall.

On one hand, it's disappointing to not see more new, creative ideas being offered.  On the other hand, being on-trend is becoming easier and less wasteful.

Blazer:  The Limited

This fall, classic prints were all over runways.  Houndstooth plaid was probably the iconic print of fall 2013 (see a recent look here), but leopard print was a close second.  

Billy Reid Fall 2013 Houndstooth Look
Source:  Harpersbazaar.com

Peter Som Fall 2013 look
Source:  Vogue.com

While naturally colored leopard prints will always be a popular classic, this fall, leopard prints in bold and bright colors felt new.

DKNY Fall 2013 look
Source:  Glamour.com

Shell:  The Limited (Available here)

Satchel:  Express

I wore this silky leopard print tank recently with neutral basics for a polished and sophisticated work look.

Shoes:  Target
Necklace:  Target

The weather in St. Louis has been all over the place this summer.  Weeks of cool weather has made me more than ready for fall, but now it's back to sticky sweatiness.  I wore the outfit below to dinner last night with the family.  It has a fall feel but was still breezy enough to survive the heat.

This red leopard print scarf hits on the colored leopard print trend for fall 2013.  

It's always great when you can be trendy while shopping your closet for a piece that's two years old. :-)

Scarf:  The Limited (old) (Similar here)
Tank:  New York & Company
Earrings:  Target, The Limited

Skirt:  The Limited
Sandals:  Target
Purse:  Target (Similar here)

For the camel blazer in other looks, see here and here.
For the faux leather skirt in other looks, see here, here, and here.