target and neiman marcus holiday collection

Versace for H&M. Missoni for Target. Alberta Ferretti for Macy's. Christian Siriano for Payless. These are just a few of the collaborations between affordable retailers and top name designers. And it's a trend that's not ending anytime soon.It was just announced that Target is teaming up with Neiman Marcus and 24 designers {including Marc Jacobs, Oscar de la Renta and Diane von Furstenberg} for a holiday collection.I'm all for the designer collabos, they can be a great way to get a taste of your favorite designer without seriously going over budget. But...

Today I'm deviating from the normal budget fashion and thrift tips to tell you guys how I spent my weekend. My friends and I hosted a vision board party. I'm a serious believer in the power of words and positive thoughts so my girl Danielle, The Frugal Fatshionista, and I decided to get together with the girls for a night of sharing our future hopes and goals with one another.And of course we had a great time without spending much cash. We set the scene at Danielle's place. We had affordable eats {everyone brought something to snack on and some takeout from Domino's} and items like plates, forks and even plastic wine glasses were from the dollar store. Seriously, the dollar store is my go-to place for party decorations and settings.

Though you guys know I'm a thrifting queen, I love a great deal at any store I go to. So when Loehmann's invited me to their blogger event last week, I jumped at the opportunity to attend. They offer top designer names for up to 60 percent off the original price.

Stylist Felix Mercado gave us the dish on fall's hottest trends {red, sheath dresses, oversized bags}, we met fashion icon and 90 year old fly girl Iris Apfel and they gave us $300 to shop with.

{sneak peek at the Versace for H&M collection, via Racked} It's the first day of summer and the longest day of the year but you know what today really is? It's the day Versace and H&M announced their collaboration.Versace for H&M debuts on November 19 and will include 30 pieces for women and 20 pieces for me. The line will arrive in 300 stores and fashionistas everywhere are sure to go crazy.Peep the video below to hear Donatella Versace announce the collaboration as well as a few other details...

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