Lately, non-fungible tokens have been making headlines, from Azalea Banks’s audio-only sex tape to eye-popping digital art sales by Beeple. Now Gucci is entering into the NFT ring. The high-end retailer is dropping a virtual-only line of kicks as non-fungible tokens for the low price of $12.99. The sneaker line results …
Read More »Jeezy Says He Originally Wanted To Go Against Gucci Mane In A Verzuz Battle
Jeezy says he originally wanted to do a Verzuz battle against his other fellow ATL native Gucci Mane. As Jeezy and T.I. gear up for the next round of Verzuz, the two have been answering many questions about their upcoming spar. Jeezy recently appeared on The Breakfast Club and revealed that his first pick as a …
Read More »WTFashion: Gucci Selling Distressed Church Tights For $190
Many designers have been receiving a lot of backlash for their lack of creativity when it comes to fashion. Some designers are getting carried away with the overpriced and poorly designed pieces. In today’s WTFashion, Gucci released distressed tights for $190. Yes, you read that correctly. They are $190 a …
Read More »Gucci Announces Partnership “Deeply Rooted In Sustainability” With The RealReal
Earlier this week, Gucci announced a multi-aspect partnership with The RealReal, an online and “brick-and-mortar marketplace for authenticated luxury consignment.” The collaboration includes a unique Gucci e-shop filled with consignors’ items and merchandise brought in from the luxury brand itself, according to Vogue. As an incentivize to shoppers who purchase …
Read More »Ballerific Fashion: Da Baby In Louis Vuitton’s Half and Half Monogram Crewneck
Da Baby continues to show the ladies why he’s the “prettiest chocolate n*gga” alive. The Charlotte native posed for the ‘Gram wearing Louis Vuitton’s $1,190 Half and Half Monogram Crewneck. The rapper paired the look with Gucci’s GG supreme mid calf socks, and a pink fedora. The Louis Vuitton Half …
Read More »Gucci Goes After Alleged Counterfeiters In New Lawsuit
Gucci is not playing with the fraudsters anymore! The luxury designer brand has sued over three dozen websites accused of selling knock-off shoes, clothes and accessories while appropriating the brand name. According to the brand’s complaint, the websites siphon customer traffic from Gucci and essentially operate within a black market …
Read More »Gucci Mane Collaborates With Gucci For The Cruise 2020 Collection
Gucci has been trying to make things right with its once-loyal customers, who have decided to part ways from the luxury brand after the release of their controversial ‘blackface’ sweater. The luxury brand’s next step towards recovery is their new collaboration with Atlanta rapper, Gucci Mane. The rapper took to …
Read More »Future Explains Why He Is Still Wearing Gucci Amid Boycott: “I Bought Gucci Before It Got Cancelled”
Almost two months after T.I. launched his three-month Gucci boycott over its blackface sweater controversy, many, including 50 Cent and Soulja Boy, have sworn off the luxury fashion brand. Meanwhile, others like Future, have decided to continue rocking their previously owned pieces, simply because they paid for it. In fact, …
Read More »Dapper Dan Announces New “Gucci Changemakers” Program To Scout Fashion Designers Of Color Following Blackface Sweater Controversy
On behalf of the fashion brand, Gucci, Dapper Dan has launched a $5 million initiative in hopes to regain the support of the Black community after the company’s recent “blackface” sweater scandal. The new initiative, Gucci Changemakers, is a program that will help upcoming fashion gurus of color break into …
Read More »Kodak Black Says ”Black Folk Do Be Reaching” In Reference To Gucci Boycott
It looks like Kodak Black won’t be joining the #Gucci protest anytime soon (if at all). The South Florida rapper recently took to Instagram Live recently to share his thoughts on the protest and show his support for the luxury brand. In the video, Kodak explained why he thinks the …
Read More »Spike Lee Says He Will No “Longer Wear Prada or Gucci Until They Hire Some Black Designers”
Within the first week of Black History Month, Liam Neeson revealed his past urge to kill “some black bastard,” Michelle Rodriguez defended Neeson’s statement, claiming an interracial kiss eliminates racism, and Gucci promoted and apologized for a sweater that resembled blackface; and quite frankly, we are tired. In fact, amid …
Read More »WTFashion: Gucci Apologizes After Receiving Backlash For Blackface Sweater
On Wednesday, social media went into a frenzy after noticing a luxury brand was selling a sweater that resembled blackface. The $900 black balaclava sweater from Gucci’s 2018 fall/winter collection features big red lips on the opening of the turtleneck. While some people saw nothing wrong with the sweater, many …
Read More »Ballerific Foot Werk: Blac Chyna Sporting Gucci’s Flasktrek Sneaker With Removable Crystals
Ballerific Foot Werk is more than just rocking designer brands. It’s about showcasing some of the most unique, hot, and chic foot werk for the stylish and super fashionable. When it comes to style, it is all about being able to stand out from the rest while adding a hint of “umph’ to your look. Take …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Celebrities Love: Gucci GG Canvas Over-the-Knee Boots Featuring Beyoncé, Remy Ma, Ariana Grandé, and More
Celebs are loving Gucci’s latest collection. For the past couple of months, the ladies have been loving Gucci’s GG Canvas Over-the-Knee Boots. Each of the ladies put their own taste to their look to bring out the boots and you can’t help but to love the boots even more. The …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Celebrities Love: Gucci’s GG Canvas Over-the-Knee Boots
Celebs are definitely loving Gucci’s latest piece, the GG Canvas Over-the-Knee Boots. For the past month, we have spotted Beyoncé, Remy Ma, and now Rasheeda rocking the hot and trendy boots. Beyoncé kicked off the OTRII Tour in a custom Dapper Dan GG printed oversized hooded jacket with House Web …
Read More »BA’s Who Wore It Better: Justin Combs vs. Quavo Wearing Gucci Invite Stamp Bowling Shirt and Matching Silk Shorts
There is nothing wrong with a friendly fashion battle among the celebs. Many celebs have been seen out and about in some of the same haute pieces. The pieces are possibly the hottest and trendiest items in Hollywood. In today’s showcase of Baller Alert’s Who Wore It Better, we have …
Read More »That’s Baller: Gucci Ice Bucket For $949
Gucci is known to have products that make you scratch your head, like “How can a fashion brand sell this?” Yet, you still want to cop it because it’s Gucci! Under the tote bag section, Gucci has listed a branded ice bucket for sale as part of their Spring/Summer 2018 …
Read More »Gucci Pledges $1 Million To Beyonce’s “BeyGood4Burundi” Campaign To Provide African Country With Clean Water
#Gucci has been taking the profits from those $1,000 bags they sell and putting them to good use!! They have already partnered with UNICEF in 2015 to bring a gender equality campaign, Chime For Change, to life and now they have teamed up with another platform to make their cause …
Read More »Baller Alert’s Hit or Miss: Kerry Washington Wearing Gucci’s Chiffon and Lace Gown
Ladies Ladies Ladies (and a few gentlemen). In the world of “ballers” they must be fierce as at times. Let’s play Baller Alert’s own Hit or Miss. It’s the battle of fashion. We want you to decide. (Please consider hair, makeup, and clothes.) Please do not answer with a simple …
Read More »Why Ballerific Couples Should Not Be Your Relationship Goals
⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Marriage is a beautiful thing and no matter what anyone tells you, when you find that person that you can’t live without and he/she has that exact -can’t live without you- feeling; man, it’s no better feeling in the world . I’m truly happy that #GucciMane and #KeyshiaKaoir found …
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