My Versace for H&M Shopping Experience

Not sure if anyone else went to the Versace for H&M today but I was there! Yeah, I was one of those 'crazy fashion people', but I don't think I am 'that crazy' like some who set up tents and waited over night.

I went to the Yorkdale location. I was there around 6:30 am (the store opens at 8 am). For some reason, we had to wait outside the mall. I was told that there was about 150 people inside lining up already. Good thing it wasn't too cold and that it was only for about 20 mins, we then got to go in and joined the line up. It was pretty organized, so that was a good thing.

In the line, we were then given wrist band (only if you were shopping the women's collection) with our shopping time slot along with a shopping instruction. Even though I wasn't shopping the women's collection, I still had to get one.

Since I was only shopping the men's collection, I got myself into the store at around 8:15am. It was a bit hectic, but lots of security all around to keep things under control - you know how us, crazy shoppers can get - lol. Unlike last year, during the Lavin collection, posters were knocked down and people were undressing the mannequins.

Overall, I was happy with my Versace shopping experience : ) Got most of the stuff that I wanted plus more! Good thing there's a 14 days return policy, since I'm thinking of bringing back some of those 'impluse/changed my mind' buys.

For those whose interesting in owning some Versace, let me know asap. The items I will be returning are: t-shirt (Small), pair of black tailored trouser (waist 32R), and a pair of black leather shoes (size 9)

Here are some pics of my day and purchases...

Waiting in line....

Shopping instructions - it's serious stuff : )
Wrist band: note the Greek pattern.

Store window display.

Women's Versace area

Men's Versace shopping area.

My purchases!! Colourful shopping bags...

  

Got the optical print t-shirt I wanted - but the
design looks different from their site?

Got the scarf with the Greek pattern - a Cashmere blend : )

Check out this high-top leather shoes!

I love the detailing - crocodile print pattern inside!

Versace For H&M - Men's Collection

Versace for H&M will be available this Saturday, November 19th.  FYI- only 2 locations in Toronto, The Eaton Centre and Yorkdale. This latest designer collaboration is getting lots of attention - well, it's Versace!

The collection is inspired by classic Versace prints and detailing. Each pieces will feature one of Versace's signature touches, including gold studs, extravagant pattern, optical prints, and Versace's classical Greek pattern.

You can check out the whole collection here .

Eventhough I do find some of the men's collection a little too 'out there' for my style/taste, for example the pink suit?! However, I'm still excited about the collection : ) Who doesn't want to own a piece of Versace in their closet?

Here are some of the items that will be on my list ..... I'm more into the accessories and t-shirts department.

Wish me luck (it's going to be crazy). Come check back, and I will let you know what items I was able to get.

This will be the first item I will grab. I like the optical print.

Versace for H&M - Sneak Peek!

So, the Versace for H&M collection is coming very soon - November 19! You guys getting excited? In the mean time, here are some sneak peek preview images that are surfacing online.

What do you think of them? I don't think I can pull these looks off, especially the pink suit, and all the studs ... but definitely looking forward to seeing more!!

Leather studded jacket

Studded shorts, studded belt

Studded socks?! and leather shoes

Versace for H&M Advertisement

Versace for H&M!

Have you heard? H&M's next designer collaboration will be Versace! Designed by its creative director Donatella Versace, the collection will include stuff for women, men and pieces for the home.

The womenswear collection will include of mostly dresses, featuring studded leather, silk and colourful print, with accessories including high heels and jewellery. There will be about 40 pieces in total.

The men's collection will focus on sharp tailoring, including "the perfect tuxedo", with accessories that includes belts and jewellery. There will be about 20 pieces.

And for the first time in a designer collaboration, there will be homeware pieces - cushions and bedspreads. (interesting....)

I can't wait to see the items that will be available for the men's! I'm hoping for some graphic t-shirts and sunglasses : )

Mark your calendar - the collection will be available in selected stores November 17, 2011. I just hope that it will be available in more locations this time around, unlike the Lavin collection, where only Yorkdale and Eaton Centre got it.

Donatella Versace actually wore one of the dress from the H&M collection
in one of her show recently.

photos from H&M