Patrick Robinson for Target

[novella]

Thanks for the review & the heads up on the foldout ad, nogoodforme! My scanner isn't behaving right now, but I'll try to get the scans up ASAP.

I'm also surprised that this is being released on a Sunday and the launch does seem to be put together a little strangely.

I agree that you'd think that Target or any business would want to create a frenzy and sell everything out, but many people were mad that some items were almost immediately sold out in the Proenza Schouler collection (i.e. the bustiers and the green palm print dresses). Even some Target workers have admitted to me and other tFSers that they only saw the bustiers in returns and that they never got their shipments. I also don't think that's very good for business either, and these kinds of things happen all the time in limited edition items/collections.

It also seems like Target's main objective is to create a buzz as opposed to making a profit anyway, especially since they don't mind that eBay sellers made a huge profit by selling items like the bustiers for $200+ on eBay when Target was selling them for $34.99:

Target, H&M and the other stores don't seem to mind because the guest-designer programs are aimed more at generating buzz than sales volume. Target doesn't limit the amount of designer merchandise a shopper can buy, because its goal is to make high fashion accessible to a broad audience, spokeswoman Amy von Walter says.

H&M also says it's making high fashion more accessible and allows people to buy as much as they want. H&M said in a statement: "While we prefer buying and selling to take place in our H&M stores, there are no laws preventing private individuals from trading on the Internet."

(source: WSJ )

As Meg said, finding a balance between a low profile and a frenzy is probably best.

I really want some of the pieces, but I think that I'm going to check them out in person before I buy them online.

 

[june gloom]

I couldn't find the mint tie shorts or the linen jacket, the two pieces I wanted the most. I'm not sure if my store didn't stock them or if I was just too late by noon, but I'll probably go out on another search. I agree with what somebody said above, it's probably the most versatile collection. I did get a pair of denim shorts and the dark blue bikini, mostly because I desperately needed them before I went on vacation. My mom wouldn't even let me look at the dresses because I've been buying so many lately, but I'll have to go back with my own money!

Also, my store had the Proenza stuff marked down to 30% off, so if you haven't gotten anything or want more, try checking yours.

 

[seanutbutter]

novella

I agree that you'd think that Target or any business would want to create a frenzy and sell everything out, but many people were mad that some items were almost immediately sold out in the Proenza Schouler collection (i.e. the bustiers and the green palm print dresses). Even some Target workers have admitted to me and other tFSers that they only saw the bustiers in returns and that they never got their shipments. I also don't think that's very good for business either, and these kinds of things happen all the time in limited edition items/collections.

Exactly. While selling out on the first day seems like it'd be a dream come true, you have to think logically: Over a period of time, will you make more money selling a great deal of items slowly (and being able to restock items that are low in stock), or selling a great deal of items in a very short period of time, and being forced to restock immediately?

I don't know; maybe I'm just babbling on about nonsense.

 

[Halcyon]

I just got back from Target. I got there at about 12:30 and I was shoked to see that there were at least 4 other women prowling around the Patrick Robinson section. Some things were all ready gone too. The only had the brown swimsuit in a small when I got there and they only had the linen shorts in the super small sizes. I went to Target to the the wallpaper print minidress (which I did get, but it was the last medium) and the wallpaper print swimsuit. The swimsuit didn't fit, but that didn't surprise me; I'm five nine one pieces never fit me.

Anyway, they had a lot of things there that they didn't have on the website and overall I felt Patrick Robinson did a GREAT job. The stuff is cheap but totally worth it for how inexpensive it is.

 

[jennifer~]

I've changed my mind about not liking anything: the Long Gauze Dress in True White would make a lovely fairytale/myth-makers dress with a glimmery belt and pixie shoes, as opposed to something more traditional. But it's not available for order on the websire, so I'm guessing it isn't in stores yet either. (Has anyone spotted it?)

 

[PoppyAzura]

Thanks for the review nogoodforme. My local target didnt start putting out the items until 1pm. Lots of bathing suits, the tie tank, and only one item with the medallion print. The worker said another truck was coming tomorrow. I think this is my favorite collections so far

 

[MizBlue]

^
I just got back from Target a few hours ago, I wans't impressed. The quality is not that great and the fit wasn't either!
I was so ready for this line and I'm truly dissapionted.

The only that I tried on that fit great was the white crochet top which I will use as a cover up as well when I hit Domincan at the end of the month.


I live in MD, and when I walked in the clothes were not out on the floor so I had to get everyone involved to get them out since today was the debut date, The manager had to go the stock room and get all the clothes out on the rack while I was there. They were really nice about it..lol but they had almost everything except for the dress, hat and a few other missing peices.


oh well, looking foward to libertine...
Please if you know the debut date drop it here at F.S so we can be on the look out!

 

[Halcyon]

I've changed my mind about not liking anything: the Long Gauze Dress in True White would make a lovely fairytale/myth-makers dress with a glimmery belt and pixie shoes, as opposed to something more traditional. But it's not available for order on the websire, so I'm guessing it isn't in stores yet either. (Has anyone spotted it?)

I didn't see it today when I was at the store and I was looking for it too. Maybe it'll come out later?

 

[Madhuri]

I just got back from my trip to 4 different Targets- 2 of which did not have th PR collection out and were still hawking Proenza. I'm so stoked at my finds.

At the first Target that actually had the PR clothes, all the empire rosette and navy blue tops were gone save a couple of the smallest and largest sizes. All the cute white shorts were gone too, once again save for the extra small. I ended up getting the linen jacket which is sublime. The medium fit me perfectly-it has a great structure and details. I have long arms and the sleeves were just right. I picked up a cute Mossimo white scoop-necked top to wear with it. I also ended up getting these really funky wide leg carpenter jeans that I had no idea were in the collection. The dark wash is great and looks more expensive than it really is. I plan to wear them with a snug top and sandals for a casual look. All the empire rosette and navy blue tops were gond save a couple of the smallest and largest sizes. All the cute white shorts were gone to, once again save for the extra small.

At the second Target I met up with my sister and we raided the place. This Target had a lot of the dresses including the brown medallian print shift. I tried that on with one of the brown linen scarfs tied around it as a sash and loved it as a dress. I was wearing skinny jeans and flats and it looked equally great as a tunic.

I also tried on this great blue crinkle "tunic" that had a black sash at the waist. It actually looked like a cute mod dress when I tried it on. I could envision it with black tights or even with a long sleeve black shirt underneath it. I decided not to get it because I was already over budget. I noticed a lot of the shirts being billed as tunics were long enough to be dresses including that great white crochet tank.

The tiered cotton dresses also fit great but I decided that I probably wouldn't wear it much and let it pass. I also tried on the pleated, spaghetti strapped brown medallionprint dress which also fit well but I didn't buy it. I'm still waiting for the brown cuff shorts to come out.

My sister ended up getting the empire-waist tanks in rosette and navy along with the white shorts.

My dressing room experience was fun because each time I came out to view myself in the 3-way mirror someone would see what I wearing and be like "that's cute where'd you get that?" This happened both with the navy blue tunic/dress and the medallion dress with the brown scarf around the waist and my skinny jeans.

I was impressed with the fabrics and details put into this collection. The dresses and tunics were lined, had good sturdy fabrics and details like pleats and rough edges. The zippers on the dresses were well-hidden. For the price range I really can't complain about anything

 

[seanutbutter]

Sounds like everyone (for the most part) is finding good items—too bad I can't visit today, too

 

[youngprof]

I went to my local Target and bought several things - my favorite of all is this dress:

[www.target.com]

It is adorable on, I love it, and the construction seems very nice.

 

[PrincessImp.]

For those who are going to order these items online, use code TGTSAVQ2 (till 6/30/2007) for 10% off.

 

[seanutbutter]

^That was posted on the previous page, but thank you anyway.

 

[Madhuri]

It is adorable on, I love it, and the construction seems very nice.

I noticed that the clothes that didn't appeal to me on the hanger looked great when I tried them on- namely the tiered dresses and that navy blue tunic. They certainly look better than they do on the models on Target's website. I would have never bought the carpenter jeans based on that website picture.

I also forgot that I got a navy blue cap-sleeve ruffled shirt that was perfectly fitted.

 

[sarah13]

I purchased the blue and white madalion print off the shoulder dress and the black knit swim cover. I am quite happy with them. I am going on a sailboat for a week in July and thought they would be perfect. Plus I didn't pay a ton so I won't mind if I ruin them

 

[outdoorminer]

I saw the collection today at Target, I liked the clothes but hated the stupid PR tags on the inside - it was of his head with his poofy afro, and the tag felt like it would fall off.

 

[fashionandstyle1]

Has anyone noticed the weird sizing of the tie shorts?? I am usually a size 4, but I ended up buying them in size 11

 

[meeks]

^ are you joking? Are you sure they were on the correct size hanger?

 

[seanutbutter]

^I second that—I've seen some strange sizings before, but never that drastic.

 

[june gloom]

Has anyone noticed the weird sizing of the tie shorts?? I am usually a size 4, but I ended up buying them in size 11

That's really weird! I didn't see any tie shorts and I really wanted them, but the denim shorts were absolutely accurate to my normal size. That sounds insane, but yeah, if you haven't, check the hanger.