Kanye and APC's New Collaboration

If you were paying attention to Kanye West's first dive into the fashion world, you probably saw how much of a flop it was. The rapper debuted his line in 2012 in Paris, but his designs weren't well received. His designer dreams have been put on hold. Until now.

A couple of weeks ago, he announced that he would be doing a collaboration with a French designer, and finally, it's here. This time, he didn't try to compete with the likes of Dolce and Gabbana, but rather stuck to his own style and worked with French label APC to create "Kanye", a stylish, casual line of seven pieces.

It's been a much bigger success than his past foray into fashion, as all of the clothes have been sold out, and now are even being resold on eBay for many times the price. One piece, a short sleeved hoodie, is going for $600. I guess you win this time, Kanye.

This fashion success comes at a great time for him. With a new baby, a best selling album, and more media exposure than you could shake a stick at, we think things are going pretty well for Kanye. After this, maybe he's found his niche in fashion. We hope so.

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Crumpler: Beer for Bags

We really don't think you could find anything cooler than this in SoHo. Crumpler, a great brand that makes bags of all types, is giving back to the community in they're own drunken way. From the period of July 17th to the 21st, the'll exchange some of their best bags for your booze. The best part? They're having a party on the 21st with all that beer. Good investment? Damn right.

Here are some of the "exchange rates" of Beer for Bags

What do you say we grab some suds and go get us a new bag or two? 

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Iris Von Arnim Launches E-Commerce Site

On Wednesday, July 10th, cashmere giant Iris Von Arnim revealed its E-Commerce store, and that means more luxuriously soft threads for you whenever and wherever you want them.

The German brand was launched in 1978 and has been a mainstay for more than three decades. Iris Von Arnim was one of ten designers to redefine German fashion and distinguish it as its own beautiful style, and the brand has since been recognized as one of the best of its generation.

"The Queen of Cashmere," as she is fondly known in Europe, says that the new Fall collection is "inspired by the woman of the twenty first century, her emotions, fears, the travels that thrill her." Well if anyone is thrilled, it's us.

These beautiful pieces are a staple for anyone's wardrobe, so get a couple of these stunning styles to add to yours.

Shop some of her other styles below!

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Wearable Fashion Tech

We all know that the technology world is expanding exponentially, but did you know what it's doing for fashion? These are some interesting ways that fashion and technology are coming together.

LED lights on a swim suit? I'll take it.

Screw your iPhone speakers. Just flip open your clutch, and have a party wherever you are.

Eye tracking technology allows this dress to move where you look. Perverts.

We all know about the Jawbone wristband and Nike trackers, but what about tracking performance through your bra?

Here it is, the coup de gras, Google Glass. They don't look great, but they are damned cool.

Look forward to the future, Drobers!

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ADEAM: Honor the Old, Bring in the New

Hanako Maeda's company ADEAM has come out of almost nowhere. ADEAM is an anagram for Hanako's last name, Maeda. It's part of her company's philosophy. Honor the old, but bring in the new. 

This philosophy is ingrained in Japanese culture, and in Hanako's design. She states, "We search out the beautiful in what we have inherited and imbue that beauty with new meaning in the present." Well we've found that beauty in her clothes.

Though born in Japan, Maeda moved to New York at the age of five, living there most of her life, and attended Columbia. There she studied Anthropology and Art History, but her real passion was designing.

In 2011, Maeda launched her label, ADEAM with a collection of 15 designs. A year later, the Japanese government gave her an invitation to present the company's Fall 2012 collection at Shanghai Fashion Week. ADEAM was subsequently invited to the Spring 2013 Tokyo Fashion Week and the Fall 2013 New York Fashion Week.

 

The style of her designs parallels her philosophy: conservative cuts and simple colors, but interesting combinations of materials and pieces create an entirely new spin on old ideas.

You can see more out on her website.

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Versace for All?

Italian fashion powerhouse Versace may be going public, sources say. The brand opened their first boutique in Milan's Via de Spiga in 2000, a humble beginning for their now legendary status as a designer and  retailer.

Since that time, Versace has exploded. They design and market luxury clothing, accessories, make up, and home furnishings. It hasn't always been rainbows and butterflies for the brand, however. In 2001, they hit a financial crisis and had to restructure the company, and now it seems they are restructuring again, but this time in the form of an IPO.

We won't know the real truth until at least October, but that doesn't stop us from guessing. Now we know that their products are amazing, but will a public offering change that?

We've seen it too many times, and not just in fashion. A company that doesn't pander to investors and shareholders is a company that keeps its own style. We love Versace's style, and we're hoping things don't change for the worse.

Obviously there has been no deal set in stone, but there are musings from the top of the company that this is a definite possibility. Wall Street gurus are rubbing their hands together in anticipation for the cashflow that a public Versace could bring.

Versace's assets count for a lot more than just clothes. They're the only fashion company that also runs a hotel; a magnificent hotel at that. It's things like this that make the IPO a veritable tidal wave of money.

Enough with the here-say, I guess we're just going to have to wait and see what happens. Until then, Drobers.

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Dolce and Gabbana Found Guilty

Italy has always had a strange relationship with their famous luxury designers. With a tax rate of almost 28%, luxury designers have long been the subject of accusations of tax evasion, but prior to Wednesday's guilty verdict for Italian designers Stefano Gabbana and Donenico Dolce, all charges of this kind had been dropped.

Now, to us, Dolce and Gabbana is only guilty of creating fabulous looks that we are constantly lusting over, but that sadly does not change the minds of Italian courts and legislatures.

The verdict stems from a long legal battle stretching back to the 2004 sale of the company to Luxembourg-based holding firm, Gado Srl. Luxembourg has a tax rate of nearly 0%, which the courts say allow Gado Srl to serve as a legal entity in which to evade taxes.

Along with the two designers, four other defendants, including the companies accountant, Dolce's brother Alfonso, general director Christina Ruella and finance director Giuseppe Minoni were handed varying sentences.

Luckily for the designers and their fellow defendants, Italy requires a minimum of three years sentencing in order for jail time to be physically served, so I don't think we'll be seeing them sporting stripes and a fashionable new ankle bracelet, but they may be missing some red carpets.

We're hoping a house arrest or a community service stint will allow the designers to keep pumping out our favorite clothes, and we wish them luck on their appeal.

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Film Festival Fashion: (Some of) Cannes 2013's Best Looks So Far

The Cannes International Film Festival kicked off this past Wednesday with a screening of a film that has left Drobers lusting over 1920's fashion.  That's right, so it's only fitting that at The Great Gatsby's festival debut, its stars were dressed to be Drobe Approved. 

Carey Mulligan in a beautiful pink Christian Dior gown next to Gatsby director, Baz Luhrmann.  She's also sporting something new, long hair?  When did that happen?  Well it suits Daisy gorgeously.
  

And when the rain fell, an umbrella was the perfect accessory, stylish and waterproof:

And here's Gatsby himself, has the rain ever looked so good?  Well, thats's our Leo...

Other stars who graced day one of Cannes in Dior gowns included Julianne Moore and Nicole Kidman:

Drobe Approved or not? Decide for yourself, but you can't deny the rain and wind complemented her look beautifully.

It's hard to argue that Nicole doesn't do Dior right...well at least this one.

Day two of the festival (May 16th) also provided us with some looks that left us lusting:

Rock and roll royalty: Mick Jagger's daughter model Georgia May Jagger stuns in a red Burberry gown.

The always perfect Emma Watson attends the screening of her film, The Bling Ring in a Christopher Kane dress.

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Only Hearts + Fortnight Lingerie - No Excuse Necessary

Valentine's Day is a great excuse to treat yourself to some sexy lingerie, or for those lucky ones, have someone treat you.

But lets be real ladies, you don't need an excuse to treat yourself to something beautiful! We're lusting over Only Hearts and Fortnight's chic and sexy lingerie pieces just in time for spring! 

Fortnight Lingerie Mira Slip, $165 www.journelle.com

Fortnight Lingerie Vega Long Line / Low Rise, $120, $58 www.lilleboutique.com

Only Hearts Stretch Lace Underwire Bra / Stretch Lace Low Rise Thong, $55 / $18 www.onlyhearts.com

Only Hearts Whisper Underwire Bra With Lace / Whisper Bikini With Lace, $64 / $42 www.onlyhearts.com

Only Hearts So Fine Lace Bralette / All Lace Thong, $48 / $41 www.onlyhearts.com

Fortnight Lingerie Luna Soft Cup / Bikini, $98 / $42 www.fortnightlingerie.com

Fortnight Lingerie Vega Demi Cup / Low Rise, $145 / $58 www.lilleboutique.com

Fortnight Lingerie Lyra Bandeau / High Waist, $88 / $65 www.fortnightlingerie.com

Only Hearts Delicious Chemise, $88 www.onlyhearts.com

Only Hearts Venice Lace Chemise, $84 www.onlyhearts.com

Just because Valentine's Day came and went, doesn't mean we're finished shopping! Thanks to Bollare for this hot tip... now go treat yourself to something sexy and fabulous, no excuse necessary!

fortnight lingerie

only hearts lingerie

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Valentine's Day: What He Should Have Gotten You

We know that Valentine's Day has come and gone, but that doesn't mean that we haven't been keeping our eyes peeled for the most fabulous gifts that he probably should have gotten you yesterday.

But never fear, Drobers! We've made a list of some of our favorite items all for under $100 dollars. This way, he can keep your heart without breaking his bank. Now everyone is happy, including you!

Click on the pieces above to get shopping! And a Happy Belated Valentine's Day to all of our fabulous Drobers. Treat yourselves with one of these gorgeous pieces. Or two... or three... maybe just all of them. We can keep a secret!

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Red Carpet Hits and Misses

Celebrities and artists rocked the red carpet last night at the 55th Annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. But of course, while some outfits soared to the top, other flopped all the way to the bottom. Below are some of our favorite looks - and some of our favorite disasters - from the event. Which looks are at the top of your list? Let us know at https://twitter.com/MyDROBE!

The Best of the Best

Taylor Swift rocks this grecian-inspired J. Mendel gown. With a beaded band down her chest and delicate accessories, the singer is a vision in cream.

Rihanna wore a flowing and vibrant Azzedine Alaia gown with a matching lipstick hue. We love her soft waves and diamond bracelet.

Katy Perry sports a Gucci dress with chunky appliques on top... and no, we aren't referring to her overexposed bosoms. But hey, mint is a hot enough color to save the outfit.

Florals are IN right now, and we love this Valentino dress. On Adele, the look comes off a bit too structured, but we still love the idea of the look... and her!

Although singer Florence Welch is getting a lot of backlash for this shimmering emerald look, we're going to defend the artist and her Givenchy gown. Yes, it's a little bold with the reptile-esque scales, but it's bold, courageous and totally unique. Plus, emerald is the color of the year.

A Little Risqué... 

Kelly Osbourne looks adorable in this Paule Ka dress. However, we think she could have touched up her purple dye a bit before the show to really make an impact.

Carrie Underwood in this Roberto Cavalli gown is undeniably sexy. But we think this dress may infringe a little too much on the lingerie/burlesque motif. But hey, she caught everyone's attention!

Alicia Keys looks cool and confident in this Azzedine Alaia gown. We love the glossy detailing on the bodice and her red fingernails that totally popped on the red carpet.

Okay, J. Lo, we get it already. Although this Anthony Vaccarello is certainly daring, we think it's a bit of an overkill. I mean, does a slit really have to go up that far? At least her shoes are fabulous...

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