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Kanye West x Adidas: Yeezy Season 1 + Boost

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Kanye West x Adidas Kanye recently announced that the Black Adidas Boost would release soon.  West also debut his new collection at New York Fashion Week and some members of the industry were very critical of Mr. West's designs.  Kanye has faced criticism his entire career and we are certain that the insults will motivate him to work harder and continue to create beautiful pieces. Controversy Sells Ye knows: Out of sight, out of mind.  With Louis, Ye urged fans to boycott the brand after the company's vice president, Yves Carcelle snubbed him.  With Nike, Kanye says that the the brand refused to give him royalties on his product sales.  Now we have Adidas.  Ye seems to be in full control and we probably will not see any controversy until the release of the Boost 2!  Don't sleep people...Kanye will wake you up!! Marketing 101: Publicity Boost The Boost were doing just fine and now it looks like they will sell even better.  Kanye's fash...

Louis Vuitton Yayoi Kusama Collection

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Yayoi Kusama Yayoi Kusama is a Japanese artist.  Kusama influenced many contemporaries including Andy Warhol.  Kusama's art has transcended pop art as well as minimalism.  Many people take the simple polka dots for granted. Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama In 2012, Louis Vuitton and Kusama collaborated and the results were magnifying.  The collection included Kusama's signature dots.  The bright, vibrant colors ensured that the collection was noticed and will never be forgotten!

Louboutin x Spikes

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Louboutin x Spikes Christian Louboutin has never designed shoes with safety in mind.  Instead he takes chances and stays away from designs that are too conservative.  A perfect example can be seen through Louboutin's use of spikes throughout the years.  Louboutin began using spikes in shoe designs because of the opposition between spikes and velvet. Rodarte In the Fall of 2008, the following gold studded-and-spiked heels were created for the Rodarte 2008 collections.  The heels were crystal embellished and included multiple studded and spiked ankle straps. Louis Flat - No Limit Python The 'No Limit Flat Python Strass Spikes were released in 2013.  The shoes include Swarovski crystal rhinestones, zebra fur and python leather. Kryptonite The Kryptonite pumps had spikes from heel to toe. Rollerboy The Rollerboy Spikes were yet another popular design where Louboutin was able to show off his creativity.