Second GO-around at Target Target is testing the theory that good design stands the test of time. The Minneapolis-based retailer is re-releasing 34 dresses it introduced in the past five years as part of its GO International designer collaborations. Target launched the concept in 2006, offering lower-priced dresses from up-and-coming designers. Starting on Sunday, you can snag one of the offerings that you missed the first time -- or one that you wore so often that it finally wore out. Here's a sampling of what you'll find:COLOR-BLOCK DRESS BY TARA JARMON, $30
Original Target collection: 2006.
Best bit: The ultra-feminine designs are influenced by the designer's adopted home metropolis of Paris.
STRIPED TUNIC BY LIBERTINE, $25
Original Target collection: 2007.
Best bit: Vintage 1960s influences have hipster appeal and the stripes reflect a hot trend.
TIE-WAIST DRESS BY THAKOON, $40
Original Target collection: 2008.
Best bit: Thakoon, who often uses bold prints and flattering silhouettes, designed some of Michelle Obama's iconic dresses.
BUSTIER DRESS BY PROENZA SCHOULER, $45
Original Target collection: 2007.
Best bit: Designers Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, who launched their line while they were still in design school, are known for superb tailoring.
SLIP DRESS BY RODARTE, $45
Original Target collection: 2009.
Best bit: Rodarte designers Laura and Kate Mulleavy created the tutus Natalie Portman wore in the movie "Black Swan."
Prom of AmericaGetting ready for prom could be a semester-long class. It involves finding a wardrobe, arranging transportation, picking out flowers and planning hair and makeup. To streamline the process, Glitz! owner MaryAnne London organized Promopolis, a one-stop fair where high school students can do all of their prom planning.
This weekend, students will able to watch fashion shows with the latest prom trends, see hair and makeup demos and vie for prizes and freebies. In addition, 25 vendors will showcase everything from limo rentals to manicures. Organizers hope the fair will help the prom-bound relax. Remember, nobody has ever failed prom.
PROMOPOLIS
When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat.
Where: Best Buy Rotunda at the Mall of America.
Fashion shows: Noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m.
More information: promopolisfair.com.
Pick of the Week: Rory Beca for Forever 21 It's official: Everybody is into designer collaboration. Last month, Forever 21 got into the name-dropping game with Petro Zillia. Now the retailer has added Rory Beca. For $10 to $30, you can capture the laid-back California spirit of Beca's easy-to-wear style with subtle prints in pretty colors.
SALES AND EVENTS
THURSDAY
Rick Rack's European Flea Market: Check out the latest finds from France and Italy and receive a gift with $25 purchase.
4 to 7 p.m. opening Thu. Event runs through Sun., 3413 W. 44th St., Mpls., 612-746-4160.
Pandora jewelry gift with purchase: When you purchase $75 or more of Pandora jewelry, you'll receive a free sterling silver bracelet ($50 retail value).
Through Sun. or while supplies last, Live, Laugh, Love, 5019 France Av. S., Edina, 952-929-0701.
CONTINUING
Suit-up skyway sale: During this temporary sale, buy men's suits for $99, shirts for $29 and ties for $19.
11 a.m. to 3 p.m., through Fri., skyway of the Westin Hotel, 88 S. 6th St., Mpls.
ESalon's Terrific Tuesdays: First-time clients can enjoy a hairstyle, manicure, eyebrow shaping or makeup application for $12 per service.
Tuesdays, 755 E. Lake St., Wayzata, 952-473-1992, www.esalon4u.com.
Sara Glassman • 612-673-7177 • sglassman@startribune.com
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