Missoni for Target finally released to the public

Yes, it is true.  Bargain hunting, wheeling, and dealing fashionistas have gathered from a far to grab (what is left) of the highly anticipated fashions, accessories, and home goods made by the high-end brand Missoni and sold at Target for reasonable prices!  These adorably colorful items, ranging from scarves to bikes and everything in between, have the perfect hues and classic print to mix into upcoming potentially drab fall wardrobes.

I will provide you the link to the Missoni for Target site, but I will also warn you that CNN reported earlier that traffic to the website, because of this product launch, has temporarily crashed it!  I have already tried twice with no luck :(

Cheers! and Happy Shopping!

Click HERE to view Missoni for Target
 
Click HERE for the CNN article 

Has anyone been able to nab anything from this line?  I'd love to hear about what you found!

IMAGES: 
Bike - RedGlassesblog.com
Model and Scarf -LATimes.com

"Wing House" takes repurposing to new heights

When you think of repurposed items what do you see? Hand made beauties like barn door desks or mason jar lamps? what the powerful trend of repurposing and an age of environmentally smart thinkers has shown us is that interesting and good looking projects have been reaching new heights, and I am talking sky high!

This beautifully designed home in Malibu was made almost entirely out of a 747 airplane's 4.5 million parts. The home features architectural wonders stemming from the use of the tail and wings, hence it's name Wing House, to construct the roof. The home also contains an art studio, animal barn, and guest house constructed from the plane's fuselage.

To read more about this repurposed wonder check out Design Milk's article, here!

Cheers!

Friday TRYday: Palo Alto Reserve

In lieu of being with my family in Texas this Friday I have enlisted a few extra troops to try two types of wine from the Palo Alto vineyard in Chile.  I grew up in the bay area, more specificaly in Palo Alto, Ca., a far reach from Chile,  however props to mom for picking this up for us to try.

My big bro, my mom, bf, and myself have tried both types of wine and have given our opinions below.

TODAY's PICKS 

Winery: Palo Alto

Type: A blend - Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Syrah  

Year: 2009

Origin: D.O. Maule Valley, Chile

Bottle Description:

 Our wine is a unique blend of rich Cabernet Sauvignon, peppery Syrah, and sensuous Camenere, Chile's Signature grape Variety.  The ripe berry flavours and elegant  oak of Palo Alto create a complex yet balanced wine which is deep red in colour and rich in aroma and character.

Thoughts from the Palate:

M: It grew on me.It started out a little harsh and almost acidic, but the more I let it breath the better it tasted.

 BF: It resembled a restaurant's house wine.  It was nothing special, but I would drink it and not have any complaints.

BB: Red is good.

BWA:  At first sip, I thought it was way too harsh.  Very full bodied.  The bottle recommends letting it breath for 15 mins. but I would wait longer if possible.  It did calm down on the palate after a few sips but this blend was not my favorite.  Two thumbs down from me.

Winery: Palo Alto

Type: Sauvignon Blanc

Year: 2008

Origin: D.O. Maule Valley, Chile

Bottle Description:

Our Sauvignon Blanc vineyards catch the cool sea breezes off the Pacific Ocean, resulting in this crisp fresh white wine.  Mouthwatering flavors of gooseberry and grapefruit mingle with mineral, herbal notes.

Thoughts from the Palate:

M: Too simple.  Not very full layers of flavor.  I would not recommend.

BF: There is some taste in it that is overwhelming, not in a good way.  I'm also not a fan of whites, especially this one...too sweet for me.

BB: White is bad.

BWA:  By looking at this wine you can tell it is going to be weak.  It is extremely light in color and has a slight green- yellow hue.  As you start to drink you breathe in a what seems like a nutty fragrance.  It feels weak on the palate and the after taste is not very pleasing.  I would not buy again.  

This wine was purchased from H.E.B grocery in Texas for around $4.99 a bottle.

Cheers! and Happy Friday!

"Secrets of a Stylist" Host Does It Again!

Howdy! That's right, I have just arrived in Texas and have yet to venture out of my mom's house to brave the heat. Getting off the plane at 2 a.m. felt like exiting into a sauna fully clothed; I can't imagine 2 p.m. out on the tennis courts later. But what I can imagine, rather what I have been daydreaming about is the map bfm printed out for me outlineing detailed routes to all of the best vintage and antique stores in Downtown Austin. I know it is a far cry from the antique marvel of Canton, but it will just have to do! :) In the mean time, while I wait for my chance to hit the streets, I have found some superb design inspiration to tide me over.

I have been known to watch a few HGTV shows in my time; Color Splash, House Hunters, House Hunters International, Income Property, Design Star, and of course Divine Design with Candace Olsen, just to name a few.

My newest tele addiction has to be designer Emily Henderson's show "Secerts of a Stylist". Emily blends client's tastes to make an entirely unique living space that suits the lot of them. My enjoyment comes in watching her seamlessly blend vintage, re-worked, and new pieces to make a new space feel collected over time.

Check out the stunner she designed and posted on her blog, here!

Polynesian Kitsch, whoddathunkit!

Cheers Ya'll!

Side Note: This is the correct spelling of Ya'll, not Y'all as previously posted. As stated by a true Texan :)