Drake is paying tribute to Virgil Abloh with new body ink. In wake of the sudden passing of the Off-White founder and head of Louis Vuitton menswear, Drake tattooed the famous image of the designer darting a paper plane down an empty runway at his first show for the LV …
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Off-White and Daily Paper Honor Virgil Abloh at Ghana’s First-Ever Skatepark
During Wednesday’s opening ceremony of Freedom Skatepark in Accra, Ghana, designer labels Off-White and Daily Paper paid their respects to the late fashion icon Virgil Abloh with music and skate sessions at Ghana’s first-ever skate park. Daily Paper co-founder Jefferson Osei said in a statement, “With this initiative, we hope …
Read More »Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Seen Together at Virgil Abloh’s Final Louis Vuitton Show
Tuesday night in Miami, Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West gathered to honor their longtime friend and late designer Virgil Abloh. The two were spotted with their daughter North in the front row of the Louis Vuitton menswear presentation. According to PEOPLE, Kim shared a few pictures of Abloh’s sand …
Read More »Kanye West Deletes All Instagram Posts Following the Death of Friend Virgil Abloh
Following an emotional weekend that included the loss of close friend and designer Virgil Abloh, Kanye West deleted all of his Instagram posts on Monday. The rapper never said anything about the designer’s passing, but he did dedicate his Sunday Service to him. It reads simply: “In loving memory of …
Read More »Virgil Abloh Passes Away At 41 After Privately Battling Cancer
Fashion designer Virgil Abloh has tragically passed away Sunday after privately battling cancer for several years. He was 41. According to a statement posted on his Instagram, Abloh was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of cancer called angiosarcoma in 2019. After his diagnosis, he continued to work while “undergoing …
Read More »Twitter Reacts: Iced Out LV Sneaker By Virgil Abloh
Virgil Abloh and Louis Vuitton have just released an Iced Out sneaker that is sure to be a hot ticket item for the summer. Before the shoes even hit the streets, you know Twitter had to give their reviews. Check out the hilarious tweets comparing the new designer shoes to …
Read More »Black Twitter Calls Out Virgil Abloh For New $440 “I Support Black Businesses” Hoodie
Black Twitter is reacting to Black American designer Virgil Abloh’s new $440 sweatshirt that reads, “I Support Young Black Businesses.” Black Twitter is coming at Abloh’s head once again, and this time, it’s because of a new sweater that he’s selling for $440. On the hoodie, in Off-White text, the …
Read More »Pop Smoke’s Album Artwork Changed After Petition Claims Virgil Abloh Was “Wild Lazy” WIth The Cover Art
Virgil Abloh revealed the cover artwork for Pop Smoke’s posthumous debut album, Shoot for the Stars, Aim for the Moon, and fans were not happy with the lazy photoshop job. Pop’s fan’s blasted the artwork, calling Abloh lazy, accusing him of using the first photo that pops up on Google, …
Read More »Virgil Abloh Clears Up “Streetwear Is Dead” Statement: “The Market Wasn’t As Vibrant As It Is Now”
American fashion designer Virgil Abloh is clearing up his statements about streetwear being dead in a new interview with Vogue. Abloh just released looks of his Louis Vuitton collaboration with Nigo, a partnership he first announced back in December. During the opening of his interview, the designer complimented the fellow …
Read More »The NBA To Collaborate With Louis Vuitton In A Multiyear Partnership; Deal Includes LV Branded Championship Trophy Case and Capsule Collection By Virgil Abloh
The NBA and popular luxury retail company Louis Vuitton are teaming up to bring the league an “LV branded trophy case,” according to Business Insider. Women’s Wear Daily made the announcement on Wednesday, revealing a multiyear deal for the Larry O’Brien Trophy travel case as well as a “capsule collection …
Read More »Virgil Abloh, Off-White Founder & Artistic Director for Louis Vuitton Menswear, Believes That Streetwear Will Die In the Next Decade
As a pioneer of streetwear in this decade, Louis Vuitton’s Menswear Artistic Director, Virgil Abloh, feels that fashion will take a different route in 2020, moving away from streetwear and into the realms of vintage. The Off-White founder recently sat down with Dazed Magazine to discuss the fashion industry, including …
Read More »Virgil Abloh Lands A Nightlife Residency And A New Off-White Store Location In Las Vegas
The Wynn Las Vegas has announced a Nightlife Residency deal with designer Virgil Abloh as well as a new Off-White Store location set to open at the resort. This will be the first official West Coast location for Abloh’s couture streetwear label. Last Year, Time magazine named Abloh as an …
Read More »Virgil Abloh Responds To Plagiarism Claims And Talks Supporting “The Michael [Jackson] That I Thought Was Universally Accepted”
Fashion designer Virgil Abloh says his newest fashion line is not an example of plagiarism. Abloh is the creative director behind menswear at Louis Vuitton, as well as the head of his own label, Off White. The 38-year-old style guru debuted two collections this past Fashion Week and both received …
Read More »Virgil Abloh Named Louis Vuitton’s New Menswear Designer
The founder of streetwear brand Off-White and Kanye West’s longtime creative director, Virgil Abloh, has been named Louis Vuitton’s New Menswear Designer. Abloh is the first African American artistic director, and one of the few black designers at the top of a French heritage house. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The designer expressed …
Read More »Kanye Tells Diddy “Out of Respect for Everything You’ve Meant to Me I’ll Be Quiet as Virgil” in Text Exchange About Controversial “White Lives Matter” Tees
Kanye West is back at it again this morning, flooding Instagram with posts responding to the backlash he’s receiving about his “white lives matter” t-shirts. Friday, Ye shared a text message exchange between him and Diddy, presumably about the controversial tees. In the first message, he tells the Bad Boy …
Read More »Akademiks Responds To Meek Mill Declining His $1 Million Deal To Start Podcast
Meek Mill has declined DJ Akademiks‘ $1 million podcast proposal. Over the weekend, the two had a tense exchange on X after AK proposed a six-figure upfront offer for 52 podcast episodes. Still, the rapper rejected the offer, asserting, “I’m richer than everybody that deals with you, lol.” Meek then …
Read More »Pharrell Williams Set To Debut A Lego-Animated Biopic Film
Pharrell Williams is getting a chance to tell his life story but through Legos. According to Deadline, “Piece by Piece,” directed by Morgan Neville, is scheduled to be released in theaters on October 11. The film promises to be a family-friendly experience for audiences. “When I had this crazy vision …
Read More »Consequence Slams Kanye West For Saying He’s Alone: “The Biggest Slap In The Face”
Kanye West’s longtime friend and close confidant, Consequence, is demanding an apology from the Chicago star. On Thursday, Consequence shared a clip of Ye’s new Yeezy Pods on his Instagram. The design was widely talked about this week, as it is the first footwear from Ye since he parted ways …
Read More »A Ballerific Guide to Art Basel/Miami Art Week 2023: Exhibits, Events, Parties and More
Art Basel and Miami Art Week are kicking off once again in the Magic City this year from December 6 – 10. The 2023 event features more than 20 international art fairs and exhibits, plus special events across Greater Miami & Miami Beach. But hold up, it’s not just about …
Read More »André 3000 Jokes That Fans Don’t Want To Hear Him Rap About Getting A Colonoscopy At This Age
André 3000 has a response to fans who may be disappointed in him not releasing rap music. The OutKast superstar sat with GQ ahead of his new project, “New Blue Sun.” While speaking with Zach Baron, 3 Stacks expressed his belief that while he would love to rap again, he’s …
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