One of the most highly anticipated collections is almost here – Marni for H&M is set to hit shelves this Thursday, March 8th! The collaboration features some seriously amazing prints and stellar accessories, all beautifully executed with Marni’s signature quirky charm. In celebration of this momentous occasion, we’ve got the entire lookbook for you to peruse. We’re seriously digging the silk brocade ensemble and that amazing leather top, but really, we’d be happy with anything.

What are your favorite pieces from the collection? And will you be camping out? Let us know in the comments below!

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More collaboration photos folks!! These hail from the Marni for H&M collection, which will hit stores on March 8, 2012. The thoughtful designer created a special T-shirt to raise funds for the Red Cross in Japan to help with its earthquake relief work. Twenty-five percent of sales from the unisex tee will be donated to the cause. It features a child’s hand-drawn image – charming and optimistic. Let the countdown continue – only 63 more days!

People are still recovering form the madness that was Versace for H&M, but the Swedish retailer has already announced their next designer collaboration – Marni! The Italian brand, helmed by Consuela Castiglioni, is known for quirky prints and gorgeous, vibrant colors. The collection will include clothing and accessories for both men and women. The designer explained, “I wanted to create a true Marni wardrobe by revisiting all our favorite pieces in signature fabrics and prints.”

Miss Castiglioni truly has a way with design, always creating interesting silhouettes and juxtaposing elements in the just the right way. Mark your calendars – the collection will hit stores March 8. Follow the jump for a video that was just released promoting the collection, in which Castiglioni adds, “I am very proud of the result – everything has the same level of quality, craft, and attention to detail that Marni is known for.” It also shows some of the pieces from the collection – statement accessories, bright printed pieces, striped sweaters – all absolutely beautiful. We can’t wait!

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Prada

Danielle: After viewing the detail images of this collection once again, I’ve decided that it was a semi-home run. The ’60s mod, motorcycle look is pretty irresistible –- who doesn’t love a short glove and goggle-esque sunglasses? (Not to mention how much I’m craving the addition of more shag pieces in my closet.) Also, I’m daydreaming about the looks I would get if I aggressively clutched my handbag, sideways, as I walked around downtown.

Harry: It is safe to say that Miuccia Prada is a favorite of editors. Every magazine all over the world always has an editorial with key pieces from every season of every Prada show. Last season, it was the fur stole, banana dresses and the creeper-style platform sneakers. This season, Miuccia challenged herself. The collection consisted snakeskin, colored fur, shiny materials (I still have no idea what those are), a mix of feminine colors, and colored sunglasses. Some of those are fashion don’ts but she made them work harmoniously. In the graphic design world, that’s like trying to make Comic Sans avant garde. That’s Miuccia for you.

Just Cavalli

Danielle: Four words: Finale maxi fur coat. I think that coat is the reason why this collection stuck with me. Otherwise, it’s hodge-podgey and the inclusion of light washed denim is always a huge no-no in my book. (PS: Hello snakeskin, biggest trend of Fall 2011.)

Harry: I imagine the Just Cavalli girl as the little sister of a Roberto Cavalli girl. A Just Cavalli girl is still looking for her identity. Last season, she was a young outdoorsy girl who was not afraid of taking risks. This season, she turned into a suburban housewife with a much more demure silhouette. From wild denim and ripped clothing to a floral print blazer and peasant blouses, it wasn’t bad — but it’s quite a departure.

Marni

Danielle: YAY! Geometrics, leather gloves, and more boring, simple makeup! In addition, the scrunch long gloves worry me — they have such a particular look. I’m concerned with how some consumers might try to pull them off — but points for the large-cut necklaces, and intriguing combinations of fabrics (leather with fur, cut in geometric-strict lines, of course).

Harry: It’s pretty clear one of my favorite fashion houses is Marni — but this time was different. Every look from Marni Fall 2011 was my favorite. Usually designers open and close with stellar pieces, and put some fillers in between. There was no single filler at Marni — or maybe Consuelo Castiglioni’s sense of style just seem to match my personal taste.

Missoni

Danielle: This collection kind of reminded me of myself…if I decided to start streetwalking in solely pastels. I’m feeling excited about the dip dyed pastel knits for fall and Missoni’s signature whimsical textiles. Oh and hey — is that more snake skin? And FYI: Those feathered pants are so mine.

Harry: There’s no doubt Missoni’s forte is their knitwear and they always sends down knitwear that seem new. It’s as if they invent new styles of knitwear every season. This time, they pair the knits with a long silhouette, powdery colors and snakeskin to create a fairytale Missoni utopia. Snakeskin is definitely one of the trends for Fall 2011 — especially colored snakeskin. I’m on the fence with the colors at Missoni. The blue, pink and purple work, but I’m not sure about the green.

Marni

Danielle: This season, Marni took their geometric aesthetic to an aquatic level. The collection was obviously inspired by wetsuits, swimwear, and large duck feet. The mix of ‘70s inspired textiles made my heartbeat rise, but I would never wear a shoe that made my foot look that wide. Or flat.

Harry: Marni stands for all the things I like: rich colors, art, eclectic bohemian, ’60s prints, demurity and quirkiness. This season, Marni girls are ready to be involved in sports. All models walked with leather caps and sandals. My favorite looks were all the laser-cut leather pieces. Since the theme is beach/sports, the poor models had to strut in sandals—which made them looked even quirkier. The orange lips were definitely something that I’ve loved for a while now. It’s just so fresh. If I were a rich Italian twenty-something woman, I would only wear Marni everyday — and the orange lips too.

Missoni

Danielle: Missoni shocked me this season by producing a bold, youthful, very “Danielle” collection. Inspiration was drawn from epic textile centers of the world including Africa, Mexico, and South Eastern Asia. If you know me at all, you can only assume how quickly I fell in love with this collection. Honestly, I would wear almost every piece of it. I am especially loving the large square hats, typographic letters in the knits, and trend focused sunglasses.

Harry: Like Marni, Missoni is one of the other fashion houses that apply the principles of design that I like. Missoni girls are going on a trip. Judging from the prints, I would say it’s somewhere Africa or Indonesia. Angela Missoni found a new method of knitting the famous Missoni classics and making them able to hold pleats and light enough to be transparent. The youthful vibe is more noticeable, perhaps because Angela’s daughter Margherita has folded into the family biz.

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