Kanye West may have a new fashion show and collab on the way that could benefit the homeless.
TMZ reports Kanye West is working closely with streetwear brand Skid Row Fashion Week to collaborate on clothing and produce a one-of-a-kind showcase. Reportedly Kanye West and Skid Row Fashion Week founder David Sabastian, started discussions in early January 2022 as the rap legend hit the studio to begin production for the anticipated “Donda 2.”
The Collaboration
Kanye West and Sabastian are reportedly beginning the ideation for the upcoming fashion show.
TMZ reports the dynamic duo may be integrating current Skid Row Fashion Week items such as a puffer jacket made from a garbage bag and more. In addition, workers from Skid Row Fashion Week will be hired to sport the clothing launch.
The fashion line is expected to launch on Feb. 22, which coincides with the launch of “Donda 2.”
Kanye West recently took to Instagram to unveil the news writing, “DONDA2 COMING 2 22 22 EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY FUTURE.”
https://www.instagram.com/p/CZPbxWfJSRd/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
While fans wait for the upcoming drop, some clothing pieces have already been teased for the upcoming Yeezy x Skid Row collaboration.
Via Instagram, the collab has dropped its first offerings to fans featuring Yeezy Gap and Skid Row logos with factory workers bordering the design of the shirt.
https://www.instagram.com/p/CZAszxNvnnX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link
Kanye West has not confirmed the project or his involvement. If true, Kanye West will have much to look forward to in the next month.
Skid Row Fashion Week
According to Sabastian, a portion of the Skid Row Fashion Week sales benefit the homeless and hiring displaced individuals to work within the factory that makes the clothes. And the company’s website also states received funds propel the “transformation of SkidRow, Los Angeles from a space synonymous with neglect to a beacon of hope and healing.”