Narciso Rodriguez for Kohl's

Narciso Rodriguez for Kohl's

The first apparel designer collaboration with Kohl's department store will be available November 7th!  As we have seen with many department stores over the last couple of years (Macy's, Target...etc), Kohl's is making the apparel collaboration leap with its' new "Design Nation" series.  Narciso Rodriquez is kicking off the series (Derek Lam will be second (April 2013)).  Each designer creates a collection based on his travels somewhere in the world.  Narciso's collection was inspired by his recent trip to Istanbul.

His capsule pieces showcase clean architectural lines, geometrics, colorblocking, and tuxedo striping.  The approximately 20 piece limited edition collection will only be available for a one month period.  Prices range from $30-$150.   The collection will be available both in stores and online (US only - my apologies to my international readers).  Take a look at the collection with prices shown...

Cocoon Coat, $130; Peplum Top, $48; Tuxedo Leggings, $44 

Vertical Top, $54; Colorblock Woven Skirt, $48 

Slim Two-Tone Ponte Dress, $64 

Long-Sleeved Colorblock Turtleneck Pullover Sweater, $64; Pajama Pants, $48

Panel-Blocked Dress, $60 

Printed Mix Draped Top, $48; Pajama Pants, $48 

V-Neck Ponte Dress, $60 

Slim Two-Tone Ponte Dress, $64 

 Cocoon Coat, $130; Basic Seamed Tee, $30; Tuxedo Leggings, $44 

Y-Neck Dress, $74 

Cocoon Coat, $130; Printed Mix Draped Top, $48; Pajama Pants, $48 

Striped Colorblock Tank Top, $50; Trouser Pants, $54 

Open-Neck Dress, $64 

 Easywear Woven Dress, $70 

Textured Jacket, $150; Plunging V-Top, $48; Tuxedo Leggings, $44 

Sleeveless Woven Tee, $54; Pajama Pants, $48 

Centre-Banded Dress, $70 

Boxy Woven Top, $54; Blocked Pencil Skirt, $48 

Textured Blazer, $96; Sleeveless Woven Top, $54; Tuxedo Leggings, $44 

Colorblock Turtleneck Dress, $78 

My faves of the collection are the slim two-tone ponte dresses, the cocoon coats, and the tuxedo leggings.  What do you think of this collection?  Will you be shopping it?

Cathy