Kanye Ditches Teen Drama & Heads Overseas? Truth Behind West’s Paris Trip Revealed

Written By S. Samuel

Rap star Kanye West may have some drama going down in the United States following an alleged teenager attack but reports claim something else likely contributed to his sudden overseas appearance this week.

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According to reports, Mr. West appeared alongside fashion designer Jean Touitou to debut his latest A.P.C. collection in Paris on Saturday (January 18).

Confirmed by A.P.C. founder Jean Touitou back in December, the French label is once again partnering with Kanye West on a new mesnwear collection. On Saturday afternoon, Kanye and Touitou revealed pieces from their collaborative line at a showroom event during Paris Fashion Week. Set to for a late summer-early fall release, the collection includes more heavy outerwear items and shirts. With three models showing off the line, Kanye took his time in explaining the inspiration behind each piece in front of a crowd of influential figures in the fashion industry, journalists, and tastemakers. (Miss Info TV)

Last month, Jean hinted at a fresh batch of Kanye-influenced A.P.C. designs possibly hitting retail outlets.

“You have to put your life in danger all the time. If I do a collection with Kanye West, obviously I’m taking risks. When I do a very feminine capsule collection with Vanessa Seward, I took the risk that some people would criticise it and say I’m losing my minimalist foundation,” he says. Apparently both decisions paid off, as Touitou confirms that A.P.C. will collaborate with both Kanye West and Vanessa Seward again. (Business of Fashion)

Over the summer, Jean detailed Kanye’s unique interest in design and explained why their joint venture could not be rushed.

How does Kanye West compare as a collaborator to others you’ve worked with? He is famously particular. Did you have any trepidation about working together? I just love the guy, so whatever. He could want a piece to be baggy and skinny at the same time… [but] oh well, you just find a way. This collection has been in the works for two years. It sounds like with this process, the devil was in the details. What has the back and forth on design been like? The devil was in theoretical discussion, not in details. When you deal with a guy who wants to redesign just about anything so it could fit [into the] kingdom of dopeness, it takes some time to just sit and say, “Okay, agreed, but let’s get start on something limited, and we’ll see.” (Style)

JT also said he would have to wait to see how things turned out before looking at another launch with Ye.

Were any pieces tried but ultimately cut from the collection? What was the impetus to keep it so small? No, once the devil of endless possibility was taken care of, we knew exactly what to do. Even from that condensed structure, we edited some colors and even fabric finishes. You keep it small because you just hit and run. That’s what you do. In addition to having only a handful of styles, the collection is also being produced in a very limited run. Are you anticipating a quick sell out? Will any pieces be put aside for VIPs or celebrities? Have you been receiving requests? Production hasn’t been so limited–mind you, sir, we are a small company. I am not anticipating anything. I never do. I am not into the celebrity thing. The only celebrities who impress me are writers. I follow no god, no celeb, no master, no myth. Is this a collaboration you’d like to see continue? Are there any plans for it to do so? Seriously, only time will tell. (Style)

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