Michael Graves and Dean Harris for Target
The chicest of big box retailers has gone boutique. Target has been prepping 4 micro locations which will open this Friday September 11th. Target currently has no locations in Manhattan proper, most likely due to the cost of real estate so the “Bullseye Bodegas” are stirring up quite a buzz. Playing the name off New York’s many existing bodegas, these high design versions of the retailers traditional locations will undoubtedly fare well in areas like SoHo and the East Village.

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John Derian creates paperweights, vases and dishes using decoupage, a technique of layering his imagery under glass. Whereas his pieces have traditionally cost quite a bit more, a line of his work will be released at Target September 7th. While not a substitute for the richness and materials of his originals, the reasonably priced line has us excited.
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There are some of us who would like to maintain a sense of style with all household items. Keeping us in mind, mass merchants Target teamed up with the American Red Cross to create their First Aid and Emergency Preparedness Kit. This sleek package includes the bare necessities to supply four adults with stylish emergency aid. Ponchos, latex gloves, snap lights, and even red and white whistles are included. The kit is available at Target stores (many are continuously out of stock) and at the Target official site. Cost: $30.00 USD, $10 of which will be donated to the American Red Cross.