Missoni Mania

If you're like me, you were anxiously waiting the Missoni debut at Target a few weeks ago. I love the Italian designer's stuff, so I was really amped up to get some affordable pieces at my favorite discount retailer. Needless to say, I was really disappointed when I learned most of the merchandise sold out within 24 hours.

But wait! Look what I scored at our local Target yesterday...

Missoni cap-sleeve tunic and shift dress

That's right! Two Missoni dresses fresh from return. They fit like a dream and I adore the retro 60s vibe. I love having a piece of the collection, though I know the aesthetic isn't for everyone. What are your thoughts? Did you score any Missoni at Target?

Blog Challenge Day 24: Shopping

Can you believe we only have a week to go on the blog challenge? Time flies when you're having fun!

Today we're talking shopping! Or more specifically our favorite places to shop. My top five are...

What can I say? I'm devoted to Target. I'm Minnesota-born, so it's in my blood (Target is based in Minneapolis, Minnesota). I always go to Target with a list, but leave with a hundred things I didn't know we needed! I love their housewares. I could look at sheets, pillows, towels, pots, and small appliances all day long.

Photo courtesy of Style Squad, via Google Images

Oh, Banana. In my pre-baby life, I was a Banana Republic Luxe Card member because I spent so much flippin' money there. Their clothes are polished and timeless. I love popping in to see what they have for work and play. They have such a great aesthetic.

I'm addicted to Baby Gap. They have the cutest boy clothes. Granted they're pricey, but if you wait for a sale or coupon offer, you can get really good deals. 

We love The Children's Place, especially their jammies. Will is really long and lean, so he drowns in most other sleepwear. But the Children's Place PJs are cut just right for him. We also buy a lot of Will's pants here. They're a little trimmer, so we can go up a size in length without having the pants fall off his cute cloth diapered bottom.

Photo courtesy of Kick

Kick is small shoe boutique in historic downtown La Crosse, Wisconsin (near where my parents live). Their shoes are ah-mazing. No joke. Plus, they carry up to size 11, which is really difficult to find. Their bricks and mortar store is darling, but they also have a great website. Help support small businesses and check them out!