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Drake Revealed His Collection of Hermès Birkin Bags He Buys for His Future Wife


Drake recently showed off his gigantic Toronto mansion and it’s definitely been a revelation, to say the least. The 50,000 square foot home which he calls “The Embassy” contains, among other things, an NBA regulation-size basketball court, a chandelier made from 20,000 Swarovski crystals, and a bed that weighs around a ton.

However, perhaps one of the bigger revelations is that Drake has been collecting Hermès Birkin bags he plans to one day give to his future wife. “Equally dramatic is Drake’s two-story closet, adorned with amethyst hardware, rock crystal, and seating upholstered in diamond-tufted shearling with polished nickel studs,” Architectural Digest reports. “It’s the perfect place to display the musician’s extensive wardrobe, sneaker collection, and the array of precious Hermès Birkin bags that he has been amassing for years.”

While Drake doesn’t speak to who exactly the bags are for in this latest story, he has spoken about the subject in the past. He told The Hollywood Reporter in 2017 that the collection of expensive handbags (they can range in cost from $12,000 to over $300,000) was for “the woman I end up with.” The Birkin, named for actress Jane Birkin, is one of the most coveted handbags on the planet. Not only are they incredibly expensive, but they are also not produced en masse and can be a considered a formidable investment. We can only imagine how much Drake’s current collection is worth.

Check out the stash below.

Drake, who has been linked to Rihanna and Jennifer Lopez in the past, is one of those celebrities that can instantly create a massive social media conversation—and his house (and the Birkins held within it) definitely had people in their feelings on Twitter. “Drake collecting Birkin bags for his future wife is such a Drake thing to do,” one person wrote.

“Wait… does drake keep Birkin bags on his tables like mints?” another tweeted.

Now, all we want to know is exactly how many Birkins are currently in that collection—and if it rivals Kris Jenner’s Birkin closet.



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Barbie Just Got Even More Inclusive with Its Latest Fashionistas 2020 Collection


Barbie, the classic children’s doll that has become a staple of American culture, is kicking off the new decade with a renewed push for more diverse and inclusive offerings. Mattel has now unveiled its Fashionistas 2020 collection to show off “a multi-dimensional view of beauty and fashion,” according to CNN.

The new range of dolls includes one with vitiligo, a condition that causes the loss of skin pigment in blotches. (Supermodel Winnie Harlow has helped raise awareness about vitiligo.) Mattel notes in a press release that “offering a doll with vitiligo in our main doll line allows kids to play out even more stories they see in the world around them.” And the brand even worked with a dermatologist to make sure vitiligo was properly represented in the design of the doll.

You’ll also find a Barbie doll with no hair in the new range, a reflection of both the trends we see out in the world and of the realities of hair loss. Back in 2019, Barbie introduced dolls with disabilities—one has a prosthetic limb, another uses a wheelchair. For that launch, Mattel collaborated with a 12-year-old named Jordan Reeves who “is on a mission to build creative solutions that help kids with disabilities, to create a play experience that is as representative as possible.” For 2020, the brand has added a doll with a darker skin tone who uses a (very fabulous) gold prosthetic limb.

The brand adds that the steps its taken to become more diverse and inclusive have resonated with the public. According to Mattel, over half the dolls offered in 2019 were a departure from the original Barbie and the top selling doll for almost every week of last year was a curvy black doll from its Fashionista line who wears her hair in an afro. In the UK, one in four dolls sold is a Barbie with a wheelchair.

We can’t wait to see what’s next.



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Ashley Graham Launched a Size-Inclusive Wedding Dress Collection With Pronovias


Ashley Graham has been a constant champion for body inclusivity and diversity within the fashion industry, so it makes perfect sense that the supermodel has moved into designing clothes that reflect the many shapes and silhouettes she’s been advocating to see more of throughout her career. Last year she launched a bathing suit collection as part of an ongoing collaboration with Swimsuits for All, and this week she unveiled another impressive project: a line of wedding dresses to fit all sizes, in partnership with bridal line Pronovias.

The mission for Ashley Graham x Pronovias came from a personal place. In a press release, Graham explained how hard it was to find the right gown when she married her husband, Justin Ervin. “From shopping for the perfect wedding dress to the big reveal on your special day, women should feel confident and empowered throughout the entire process,” she said. “When I shopped for my wedding dress 10 years ago, I had difficulty finding a style in my size that fit well and made me feel special.”

The dresses range from size 0 to 34 and run from $1,000 to $3,500, and they’ll be available in early 2020 at both Pronovias boutiques and partners across the globe. The collection, which Graham called “classic, timeless, and fashionable” in an interview with The Knot, features modern, asymmetrical strapless cuts; elegant long-sleeve lace gowns; and even a white tuxedo suit. Check them out below.

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her “Ashley Graham x Pronovias” collection of body-inclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham x Pronovias

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her Ashley Graham x Pronovias collection of bodyinclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her “Ashley Graham x Pronovias” collection of body-inclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham x Pronovias

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her Ashley Graham x Pronovias collection of bodyinclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her “Ashley Graham x Pronovias” collection of body-inclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham x Pronovias

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her Ashley Graham x Pronovias collection of bodyinclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her “Ashley Graham x Pronovias” collection of body-inclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham x Pronovias

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her Ashley Graham x Pronovias collection of bodyinclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her “Ashley Graham x Pronovias” collection of body-inclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham x Pronovias

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her Ashley Graham x Pronovias collection of bodyinclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham unveils 16 designs from her “Ashley Graham x Pronovias” collection of body-inclusive bridal gowns.

Ashley Graham x Pronovias

Graham has had an eventful few months: In addition to partnering with Pronovias, she announced last summer she and Ervin are expecting their first child.



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See Every Single Look in Jason Wu's Holiday Collection for Kohl's


Jason Wu has become a master of collaboration. Following successful capsules with Eloquii and Target, the designer known for dressing Michelle Obama and Meghan Markle (among dozens of other celebrities) is releasing one of his most affordable collections to date.

In May, it was announced that he would design a holiday collection of Kohl’s, the latest capital-f Fashion name to join the retailer’s roster of private-label brands. “What we really wanted to do was create a collection that’s elevated and looks very special,” he tells Glamour of JW Jason Wu. “The idea was to provide the Kohl’s customer—or any customer, for that matter—with a collection that has a timeless quality to it.”

Courtesy of Kohl’s

These pieces are meant to “stand the test of time,” he says, not speak to the specific trends of one season. Everything’s under $100, and available in sizes XS to XXL (roughly sizes 0 to 18, according to Kohl’s size chart).

a model wearing a black dress from JW Jason Wu for Kohl's
Courtesy of Kohl’s

In recent years, Wu has diversified his business not just by expanding his sizes (with Eloquii and 11 Honoré) and price point (with Target, and now Kohl’s), but through partnerships beyond the scope of fashion: He’s designed furniture, created a fragrance.

“The overall theme [of my work] is really timelessness, refinement, and sophistication—that’s something everybody can appreciate,” he says. “We don’t really care about trends—we care about things that make women feel beautiful.”

a model wearing a red sleeveless shift dress from JW Jason Wu for Kohl's
Courtesy of Kohl’s

Regardless of the medium he’s working in, you’ll recognize a few recurring notes in the design. “I’m always very influenced by florals, and that’s really apparent here,” he says of this Kohl’s collection. (The reason? His dad is an avid gardener.) “You can see a lot of my DNA in here. Never met a dot I didn’t love. It’s about timeless beauty and femininity; great fabrics and great detail. At the same time, there’s really a great range for everyone, from things you can wear to work to a little fur coverup.”

model wearing a red sleeveless jumpsuit from JW Jason for Kohl's
Courtesy of Kohl’s

This particular collection was conceptualized, developed, and produced in less than a year (pretty quick turnaround for a collaboration of this scale)—a result of Wu himself communicating directly with the Kohl’s team. He looked at gaps in the retailer’s inventory, and saw an opportunity to introduce more occasionwear. He pivoted accordingly.

The best feedback he got, though, didn’t come from anyone at Kohl’s HQ—rather, it was the result of visiting an actual Kohl’s in Indianapolis. “If you don’t go to the store, the data doesn’t really amount to anything,” he says. “I’m really good at that, weirdly. People are surprised.” (So, if you ever run into Wu among the racks at your local big-box store… you now know why.)

model wearing a sleeveless Aline dress from JW Jason Wu for Kohl's
Courtesy of Kohl’s

“Our mission is to make really sophisticated, refined feminine clothes,” Wu says. “Listen, I’m not the first designer to do different price points. But I do feel we do it in a way that’s modern. We treat everything the same: the way it’s shot, the way it’s styled, the way we considered it. It’s modern to think about the market as a whole, not just in our little bubble. Sometimes, we say we’re ‘fashion designers,’ but we really don’t dress most people. I want to dress more people.”

See—and shop—every single look in JW Jason Wu, the designer’s collection for Kohl’s.



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Ralph Lauren Launched a Collection Inspired By Rachel Green on 'Friends'


Could we be any more excited about the latest way the fashion world is paying tribute to Friends?

In honor of the 25th anniversary of the show first airing on NBC, Ralph Lauren partnered with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to create the Wear-to-Work collection, inspired by one-time Ralph Lauren employee Rachel Green (played, of course, by Jennifer Aniston).

Ralph Lauren

Rachel was always the fashionista of the show. She may have started as a (not-so-great) waitress at the Central Perk, but it wasn’t long before she found her way to a job in the buying department at Bloomingdale’s and then eventually a role at Ralph Lauren. With ’90s and early aughts fashion having a moment right now, it’s the perfect time for an updated version of her chic workwear aesthetic. (As a young woman in starting her career in New York in the late ’90s, I can attest to the fact that Rachel Green was a definite role model for what to wear to the office.)

Ralph Lauren x Friends collection
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“The collection, comprised of pieces from Polo and LAUREN Ralph Lauren, encapsulates the polished style synonymous with the iconic brand. The collection calls on tradition through pinstripe suiting, crested blazers, and equestrian- inspired accessories, while enhancing these classic pieces with navy and orange color-blocking and pops of leopard to offer a fresh fall spirit,” the brand said in a statement. The campaign was shot in recreations of Monica and Rachel’s apartment and the Central Perk, which truly hit all of my nostalgia buttons.



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Every Single Item from Meghan Markle's New 'Smart Set' Fashion Collection for Charity


It’s almost hard to remember a time before Meghan Markle’s every outfit change was documented and tracked down, credit for credit. Up until this point, the best any royal fan could do was to shop the pieces she wore to channel the duchess’s refined, understated, small-business supporting style—which they did in a huge way, causing even the smallest business to rack up massive waitlists almost instantaneously. But nothing will compare to the responses to Markle’s personally curated fashion collection for charity, available for purchase today.

In partnership with Marks & Spencer, John Lewis, Jigsaw, and personal friend and designer Misha Nonoo, Markle created a limited-edition capsule that follows a one-for-one model: For every piece sold, one will be donated to Smart Works to help underprivileged and unemployed women dress, prepare for, and ultimately ace job interviews. Which is wonderful news for anyone who appreciates a good cause as much as a work bag.

“Since moving to the UK, it has been deeply important to me to meet with communities and organisations on the ground doing meaningful work and to try to do whatever I can to help them amplify their impact,” the Duchess said on the Sussex Royal Instagram. “It was just last September that we launched the ‘Together’ cookbook with the women of the Hubb Kitchen in Grenfell. Today, a year later, I am excited to celebrate the launch of another initiative of women supporting women, and communities working together for the greater good.”

“Thank you to the four brands who came together in supporting Smart Works on this special project—placing purpose over profit and community over competition,” she continued. “In convening several companies rather than one, we’ve demonstrated how we can work collectively to empower each other—another layer to this communal success story, that I am so proud to be a part of.”

A dress, pair of perfect work pants, a blazer, and a blouse also the fill out the Markle-approved line, priced reasonably. (Most pieces are under $250.) Markle unveiled the collection at a rooftop launch event in London and you can shop it right now.

There’s a chic work tote (available in brown and black):

John Lewis & Partners Leather Smart Set Tote Bag

John Lewis & Partners

$134

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… a versatile blazer:

Jigsaw One Button Jacket

Jigsaw

$245

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… a slim fit work pant (available in black and navy):

Jigsaw Paris Slim Fit Tapered Trouser

Jigsaw

$147

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… a day dress (available in black, blue, and pink):

Marks & Spencer Crepe Shift Dress

Marks & Spencer

$24

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… and a crisp white button down:

Misha Nonoo The Smart Set Shirt

Misha Nonoo

$154

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Fashion fit for a Duchess and that benefits a good cause? That’s shopping we can get behind.



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