As if all of their recent designer collaborations were not enough, Target is thrilled to announce the launch of their newest partnership, The Shops at Target, beginning on May 6th. The new program has Target working directly with shop owners of specialty stores and local boutiques across the country to create affordable, limited edition collections for shoppers. Think small shop set-ups inside a megastore that has anything that you would possibly need, all at a good value.

[Colorblock Cardigan $32.99, Floral Print Bikini Top and Bottom $22.99 each, Cap-Toe Wedges $29.99, Belted Dress in Flamenco Print (exclusive to Target.com), $42.99]

[Striped Hats in Navy and Coral, $19.99 each]

See images above from The Webster at Target Collection‘s Lookbook, just one of the many alliances recently formed. The Webster owner, Laure Heriard, co-created apparel and accessories for men, women and baby that maintains an art-deco “Miami vibe” that the boutique is so well known for. Ranging in price from $7.99 -$49.99, the collection will be available at all Target stores and Target.com on May 6th. The first flight of shops will include The Webster, The Candy Store, Cos Bar, Polka Dog Bakery, and Privet House.

Check out this YouTube video for more information regarding this innovative endeavor!

-Alana Quagliariello

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For Spring 2012, Target is launching an exciting new collection of exclusive, and affordable beauty products, all retailing at $35 or less! Featured brands include JK Jemma Kidd, Nicole by OPI, NP Set, Pixi, Umberto Beverly Hills, Nip+Fab, Apotheke: M, and up&up will be available starting March 2012 in stores and online at www.target.com.

Spring makeup trends include everything from the bold brows at Derek Lam and Moschino to the more artistic appliques as seen at Chanel and Givenchy. However, taking luxurious care of your skin and hair is always on trend!

Pixi Tinted Brilliance Balms

Makeup artist Petra Strand for Pixi draws on her “makeup-to-wakeup” philosophy to build a line of fuss free products that simultaneously offer skin care benefits. Radiant beauty and luxurious treatments in one!

JK by Jemma Kidd Kit

Makeup artist Jemma Kidd channeled her previous experience working with British and American Vogue, ELLE, and Vanity Fair before founding the Jemma Kidd makeup school. After cultivating professionalism and high-fashion edge, she launched JK by Jemma Kidd for today’s modern woman. Statement color and glamour make for runway-inspired looks in this collection of multipurpose, easy to use makeup.

Nip+Fab’s Skin Care

Looking to update your skin regimen for Spring 2012? Nip+Fab‘s internationally renowned skin and body care collection uses advanced ingredients to boost skin’s pigment and enhance moisture.

Swipe these, and more, fashion-forward beauty looks at a price that is wallet friendly!

-Alana Quagliariello

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We pride ourselves in bargain shopping, and Target never ceases to impress us with its affordable variety of apparel and accessories. Brands like Merona, Mossimo, and Mossimo Supply Co. feature the newest fashions we’re all craving. Incorporate any of the above clothing, shoes or jewelry into your outfit and you’ll be sure to have that carefree, summer-Friday mood every day of the week! The Target Spring 2012 collections will be available in stores and online at Target.com starting in February of 2012.

-Alana Quagliariello

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Cyber Monday, the Monday immediately following Black Friday, is round II of exceptional deals for shoppers and insane profit for retailers, however, it’s all done online. This holiday season you can avoid the mobs and shop from home, all the while saving money. Cyber is the new chic.

Following are the deals we don’t want you to miss out on:

1. Nordstrom.com Half Yearly Sale for women and kids. Shop apparel, shoes, accessories and more.

2.Sorrelli.com Get free shipping at the site, and like them on Facebook for 15% off one Holiday style.

3. Target.com for Exclusive Cyber Monday Savings. Sign up for exclusive email offers to be in the know.

4. Butter London 30% off sitewide discounts Nov. 28th-30th. Enter CELEBRATE11 at checkout.

5. Macy’s.com sitewide savings and free shipping coupon on fashion clothing, fragrance, accessories and home.

6. Piperlime.com save 20% off all items with code LUCKY20, plus free shipping and returns always!

7. FragranceNet.com 15% off entire purchase with code CMLS. Perfume and cologne make wonderful gifts!

8. EddieBauer.com 30% off everything + free shipping on all orders - Nov. 29 only.

9. Brushlove.com 30% off sitewide, free $5 gift card with every $25 purchase, and free compact mirror and tote bag with EVERY order.

10. MARK.com 4 free gifts and free shipping with $40+ orders using promotion code MARKBF

11. NormaKamali.com Up to 75% off original prices Nov. 28th and free ground shipping. Plus, all orders placed before noon are entered to win a $100 gift card.

12.  Shoes.com 15% off sitewide and free shipping.

-Alana Quagliariello

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Who doesn’t love Target? I haven’t met a single person yet! Please check out Fashion Pulse Daily’s favorite accessories (above) from their exclusive brands and private labels brands (Mossimo, Merona, etc) coming out for your shopping pleasure this fall! Some items are actually in stores already, with the rest to arrive over the next few months. Happy shopping!

Just in time for summer, Target is partnering with Calypso St. Barth, the global luxury brand known for it’s upscale resort wear, to introduce an affordable and limited edition collection for fashion and home.  The line will feature chic resort wear and accessories for women, girls, babies, and will even include home furnishings.  Prices will range from $1.99 to $79.99 and the collection will be available May 1st through June 11th exclusively at Target stores and Target.com.  With summer right around the corner, there is no excuse not to start shopping for all those cute swim cover-ups and flip flops!

-Dana deBoer

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The fashion world is aflutter with news of Target’s latest announcement that it will reIssue 34 of its past Go International Designer Dresses, including 17 designers and spanning the enter time frame that the Go International designer collaboration has been running. You’ll have to wait until March 13th to head to a store or to Target.com to purchase them, but we can confirm that we’re excited probably way more than we should be, and have our fingers crossed to finally get some Rodarte for Target! We don’t know the exact styles that will be included yet, but we can guarantee that some will definitely sell out quickly!So as the saying goes,”what is old is new (again).”

Target has taken a thrilling new leap into the world of interactive social media, and we could not be more excited about it! With their launch of “Merona. My Look Maker” Target guests will now be able to develop a more intimate relationship with the store directly through a component on Target’s Facebook page. This new feature will enable guests to create entire head to toe looks using items from the current Merona collection, from chic handbags to fabulous accessories. This innovative element will play the role of a personal stylist, without the cost and the hassle! Also, users will have the ability to “shop it now,” connecting to Target.com for easy purchase of their featured ensemble.

-Claire Schmidt

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Keds Eco-Friendly Willow Organic Cotton Sneaker,  $54.95

Lela Rose for Payless Fillmore Slip-On, $28

Albertus Swanepoel Khaki Fedora for The Gap, $39.50

Felix Rey for Target Large Canvas Tote in Blu, $22.48

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