Kanye West
RANDOM Louis Vuitton Meets Louis Armstong
Daniel Saynt, Editor-In-Chief October 26 at 3:19
Read More:Kanye West, Louis Armstrong, Louis Vuitton, street art
The luxury retailer gets some unwanted attention from a street artist possibly commenting on blaxploitation. Wonder if Kanye West’s recent stint as a designer for the brand has anything to do with this? Click the post for the full photo.
INTERVIEW: Fashion Indie Sits Down With Renzo Rosso
Corey Moran, Mens Editor October 23 at 12:45
Read More:Black Sabbath, Dalai Lama, Diesel, diesel black gold, Diesel Flash For Fun, diesel only the brave, diesel u:music, Flash For Fun, Kanye West, Madonna, only the brave, pharrell williams, Rage Against the Machine, Sex pistols
Yesterday could not have been any more perfect. The weather was warm and sunny, I had just finished doing a walk through of one of my favorite showrooms in Soho, and now I was on my way into the Diesel building to meet up with the living legend Renzo Rosso. As if I wasn’t in enough of a state of disbelief that I was lucky enough to meet Mr. Rosso, I was completely blown away by the amazing showroom/headquarters they are working in. As pushed through the heavy doors that read “Only The Brave…” I knew what/who was waiting on the other side, and I couldn’t wait to pick the brain of the man responsible arguably the most famous denim brand of all time.
Fashion Indie: “Diesel U:Music and your global parties bring out some of the best new musical artists in the industry. Are their any artists/bands you are currently listening to?”
Renzo Rosso: [in his Italian inspired English which tends to hypnotize you] “Well I grew up in the rock and roll era, listening to artists like Black Sabbath and The Sex Pistols. A lot of this rock and roll attitude has definitely played a big part in what Diesel has become. However, I think all music is important. [Right now] All I really listen to is the Diesel U:Music radio station. They always play a wide variety of music, and have two live performances everyday. This has taught me to draw inspiration from whatever is happening at that moment, whether it be Kanye West, Pharrell, Rage Against The Machine, or Madonna all music is important. I have recently found their attitudes more and more inspirational, and that’s what I like to bring out in my clothing.”
FI: “You’re being honored with the Corporate Leadership Award at the 26th Annual Night of the Stars gala. Be honest, did you ever imagine Diesel getting this big?”
RR: “I think most people dream of being big of course, but they never really believe it until they hit that turning point. Once I knew I had established my brand, I could really focus on making it as big as I could. That is an amazing feeling, a feeling that I will never forget. While it felt like forever when it was happening, looking back it feels like it happened overnight.”
FI: “What do you attribute to this success?”
RR: “One thing that we have always tried to be with Diesel is pioneers. We are always introducing new, modern, different, fresh, and rebellious products that take both denim and the people wearing it to a whole new place. [However], I think the two biggest keys to our success were our vintage denim and the way we changed the way we communicated with our customers. Our vintage denim was something that no one else was doing at the time. We were the only ones able to produce a denim that had a look and feel of a great vintage pair of denim. This really helped to launch both Diesel and the industry into a new way of production. As I mentioned, our communication methods changed too. Most people were going direct saying ‘Here’s the product, buy it’. We decided to get away from that, and find a whole new way to communicate with our people. We decided to communicate through other people, the people our customers were listening to. We started working with celebrities, musicians, athletes to communicate in a more subtle way.”
FI: “You live an adventurous life, filled with hundreds of successes. Through all of that, one is bound to make some mistakes. Do you have any major regrets? Anything you wish you could change?”
RR: “I wish that I would have done more charity work. Don’t get me wrong I have and still do a lot, but I wish I would have made it more public. I recently met with the Dalai Lama and he told me ‘Use your brand and your face to show the work you have done. You have the power to inspire others, and you should take pride in what you have done.’ I have learned from that and plan to use my face and my power to send a positive message. In fact, we are currently working on building a village in Africa.”
FI: “In a world full of denim brands you have always managed to be one of the leaders in the industry. What has Diesel done that others haven’t?”
RR: “We produce a very unique denim. We have 51 years of history in manufacturing denim, and that has translated into quite the reputation amongst the industry. A lot of people don’t realize that a majority of the denim brands you find in the United States started off as Diesel affiliates. We have such amazing production facilities that they often work in the same factories as us, or they have worked at Diesel at some point in their careers. Diesel has gone on to foster a lot of these brands because of this.”
FI: “I am a big fan of your new fragrance ‘Only The Brave’, and judging by the way it was plastered all over your offices, you love it too. So do you wear the fragrance?”
RR: “I actually do wear the fragrance. I have produced many in the past, but this is the only one I wear [as he offers me to take a whiff of his scarf (I decline mostly because I could smell it prior to asking the question)]. Men’s fragrances are hard do, because I feel like they need to match the natural scent of a man’s skin.”
FI: “You are about to release your Flash For Fun collection, which contains a reflective material that glows under UV light. What was the inspiration behind this idea?”
RR: “Honestly? My kids. They came up to me saying they wanted something bright, new and fun, and this is what I gave them They loved all the pieces and the concept, and I decided that if they liked it why wouldn’t all my customers. My kids are great because they keep me really connected with what’s young and cool. This is a road I plan to take Diesel down now that I have successfully developed my Diesel Black Gold collection. Diesel is going to take a much more fun young feel, and Diesel Black Gold is going to be our high fashion line. I’m really excited to continue differentiating to two.”
[I get the dreaded wrap it up look from the other PR people in the room, and that signals the end despite the five questions I'm still dying to ask.]
I would like to thank all the people at Diesel who made this interview possible, my good friend Karli, and of course Mr. Rosso for the amazing opportunity.
For more on Diesel and Diesel U: Music be sure to check out their website.
First Kanye Cancels His Tour, Now His Line ‘Pastelle’
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor October 14 at 4:55
Read More:Kanye West, kanye west cancels clothing line, lady gaga, pastelle
The King of Moment Stealing has cancelled his tour with Lady Gaga, as I’m sure you’ve already heard a million times…but now, he skipped the BET awards where he was nominated for nine awards, jetted off to India and discontinued his clothing line ‘Pastelle.’ Not sure how you can discontinue something that was never released, but I’m not opposed to the production of shutter shades being shut down forever..what’s the next stunt Kanye will pull?
LINK LOVE: MTV
RANDOM: The Fray Covers Kanye West’s “Heartless”
Kirby Marzec, Managing Editor October 14 at 4:08
Read More:Kanye West, The Fray
Fall has always been a nostalgic season for me, and with my current reminiscing comes the tunes from back in day. I used to be a pretty big fan of both The Fray and Kanye West, so it’s no wonder why this video of The Fray covering Kanye’s “Heartless” has me a little sentimental! Enjoy!
Kanye West and Lady Gaga’s “Fame Kills” Concert CANCELED!!!
Daniel Saynt, Editor-In-Chief October 1 at 6:49
Read More:fame kills, Kanye West, lady gaga
Kanye West and Lady Gaga’s “Fame Kills” Concert. Canceled. Apparently, Lady Gaga’s people want out cause Kanye West is a douche. But wait Gaga’s a tranny, don’t those two normally cancel each other out?
FASHION INDIE PLAYLIST: Consequence Ft. John Legend & Kanye West ‘Whatever You Want’ [VIDEO]
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor September 30 at 2:15
Read More:beyonce has the best video of all time, consequence, john legend, Kanye West, whatever you want, whatever you want music video
Consequence teamed up with John Legend and Kanye on ‘Whatever You Want.’ I was wondering why Amber Rose wasn’t one of the girls that Kanye was all over in the video, but then realized she has no hair to twirl around in a pony tail (seriously, that’s all this video is about). Regardless, the girl’s bathing suits in this video are totally fabulous, but that’s about all that’s good about it..I mean, Kanye already knows that Beyonce has one of the best videos of all time, so I guess that must mean he isn’t going to try anymore.
LINK LOVE: Hypebeast
LOL: Kanye West On Wikipedia
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor September 15 at 12:54
Read More:Kanye West, kanye west at the mtv vmas, kanye west on wikipedia
Thank you to my sister for emailing me this link. Kanye West’s now protected Wikipedia page describes the man as he really is…okay maybe it’s a little over the top, but it’s still pretty funny.
RANDOM: TFLN Makes Me Laugh!
Corey Moran, Mens Editor September 14 at 10:42
Read More:Kanye West, michael jackson, patrick swayze, patrick swayze dies, taylor swift, Video Music Awards, VMAs
I don’t think I really need to say anything about this one. Seriously try not to laugh.
Thanks TFLN
THE TEN: Tweets From Industry Peeps Over Kanye Controversy
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor September 14 at 6:59
Read More:audrey kitching, beyonce, corey moran, dane cook, jeremy fall, jimmy fallon, joel madden, Kanye West, kanye west is a douche, katy perry, mtv vmas, perez hilton, Pink, Ryan Seacrest, taylor swift, texts from last night
In case you live under a rock and haven’t heard about Kanye West turning super-douche and interrupting Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech at the VMAs last night, here’s the video:
And here’s Kanye’s hilarious, poorly-written apology that has apparently been taken down already:
Although most of the fashion peeps we love have yet to respond (maybe they were just too busy at Fashion Week parties, or sleeping up for the next day), as have Taylor and Beyonce, here are some responses from music, entertainment, and fashion people that have tweeted what they thought of this escapade:
1. Katy Perry, Singer
2. Perez Hilton, Celebrity Blogger
3. Joel Madden, Good Charlotte
4. Pink, Singer
5. Ryan Seacrest, On Air/American Idol
6. Dane Cook,Comedian (love this one)
7. Jimmy Fallon, SNL Host (another personal favorite)
8. Audrey Kitching, Model
9. Jeremy Fall, Editor-in-Chief of Cliche Magazine
10. Texts From Last Night, might not be an industry person, but this sure is funny.
11. Bonus: Corey…I think he might be right?
LOL: Kanye Apologizes For Being A (Drunk) Douche
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor September 14 at 1:14
Read More:beyonce, Kanye West, kayne west is a douchebag, mtv vmas, taylor swift
I think I’ve given this asshole enough press for the rest of his life..but this was just too funny. A lesson to all: Don’t drink at events if you’re the kind of person that already makes an ass out of yourself.
If Kanye wrote for Fashion Indie, he’d have one hell of a ‘Last Night’s Party’: Last night I drank a bottle of Hennessy, went on stage on live television and interrupted Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech to tell the world that I think Beyonce makes good videos..and show off my etched hair, what do you guys think? Good thing Beyonce had my back in this one, she totally redeemed it for me after everyone was booing me by letting Taylor finish the speech..what can I say, I knew Beyonce was going to win Video Of The Year..they should’ve been cheering at me for being psychic!
What do you guys thing..is Kanye West just an idiot, or was this a publicity stunt?
LINK LOVE: Best Week Ever
QUOTABLE: Kelly Clarkson Bashes Kanye
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor September 14 at 1:06
Read More:beyonce, Kanye West, kelly clarkson, mtv vmas, taylor swift
Kelly Clarkson had a thing or two to say of Kanye West’s episode at the MTV VMAs last night. She wrote on her blog:
Dear Kanye,
What happened to you as a child?? Did you not get hugged enough??… I mean, I’ve seen you do some pretty sh*tty things, but you just keep amazing me with your tactless, asshole ways. It’s absolutely fascinating how much I don’t like you. I like everyone. I even like my asshole ex that cheated on me over you…which is pretty odd since I don’t even personally know you. The best part of this evening is that you weren’t even up for THIS award and yet you still have a problem with the outcome. Is winning a moon man that much of a life goal?? You can have mine if it will shut you up. Is it that important, really??…
On a side note, Beyonce has always been a class act and proved again tonight that she still is. Go TEXAS!!Taylor Swift, you outsell him ….that’s why he’s bitter. You know I love your work! Keep it up girl!
KC
WTF!?! Kanye West And Amber Rose At The VMAs
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor September 14 at 12:39
Read More:Amber Rose, Kanye West, mtv vmas
I’ve now determined: Kanye must’ve been wasted off of whatever is in his hand in order to make such an ass out of himself at the VMAs last night. These two look like the ultimate trash couple (I’m sorry Amber, but that camel python thing is NOT flattering), and Kanye’s ’stylist’ was obviously trying to make him look like a trashy, trashed, biker. Fail.
LINK LOVE: MTV
Big Surprise Kanye Acts Like A Jackass
Corey Moran, Mens Editor September 13 at 10:55
Read More:beyonce, beyonce knowles, Kanye West, MTV, MTV Video Music Awards, taylor swift, Video Music Awards, VMAs
Kanye strikes again, and as much as I hate him he is a bit smart.
We’ll start with what he did. Taylor Swift won an award at the VMA’s for best video. As she was giving her speech, Kanye jumped on stage, took the mic from the poor girl, and proceeded to say that it was terrible that Taylor won the award and that Beyonce had the best video of the year.
I’ll start off by saying thank you Kanye for letting us all know what you think, now if you could kindly sit down and shut your mouth that would be great. I will say however, with Kanye not being in the spotlight too much lately this really helps. He’s already a trending topic on Twitter, and you know he’ll be all over every gossip site in minutes.
QUEST: What Do You Think Of Kanye’s New Hair?
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor September 10 at 12:04
Read More:Kanye West, kanye west etched hair
Love or hate? We want to know what you think of Kanye’s new etched hair. Comment or reply to @fashionindie on Twitter!
Love or hate? We want to know what you think of Kanye’s new etched hair. Comment or reply to @fashionindie on Twitter!
LINK LOVE: Just Jared
FASHION INDIE PLAYLIST: Mr. Hudson Featuring Kanye West, ‘Supernova’ [VIDEO]
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor September 8 at 12:33
Read More:Kanye West, mr. hudson, mr. hudson ft kanye west, protozoa, supernova, supernova girl, zenon girl of the 21st century
What do you guys think? This kindof reminds me of Protozoa from the movie Zenon..doesn’t he sing a song called ‘Supernova Girl’?
I like that one way better….
LINK LOVE: Cyana Trend Land
FASHION INDIE PLAYLIST: Rihanna, Kanye, And Jay-Z ‘Run This Town’ [VIDEO]
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor August 20 at 12:57
Read More:Jay Z, Kanye West, Rihanna, run this town music video
The wardrobe for this video is absolutely sick.
Jay-Z (the head of the song) said:
“The song is about evolution and the progress, you start out as a new artist and you make your way into the game. You climb that mountain and you get to the top and you put your flag down. This is us putting our flag down. This is Roc Nation. Pledge your allegiance. You’ve got to put your flag at the top of the mountain and say we run this town.”
LINK LOVE: Just Jared
WTF!?!: Amber Rose (’s thong) And Kanye In Miami
Hillary Frazier, Style Editor August 19 at 12:07
Read More:Amber Rose, amber rose beach pictures, amber rose thong pics, Kanye West
Kanye doesn’t like us. It’s either because he 1) just doesn’t like us, 2)is still mad at Corey and I spoiling his surprise appearance at Diesel, or 3)doesn’t want us looking at his bald girlfriend in a thong so disgusting and tiny that she might as well be naked…at least she’d get more press that way.
LINK LOVE: Livejournal
VIDEO: Jay-Z Ft. Kanye West and Rihanna “Run This Town” Preview
Corey Moran, Mens Editor August 17 at 5:32
Read More:Jay Z, Kanye West, Rihanna, Run This Town
I’m not a big hip hop fan, but I must say that I respect the hell out of Jay-Z. Not only does he put out amazing music, his videos tend to be top notch and ahead fo their time as well. Here’s a little preview for the upcoming “Run This Town” video. Looks amazing!
via Just Jared
