There’s probably no partnership that would be more anticipated, or more meta to be absolutely honest, than a joint collab between Gucci & Gucci Mane. However, here we are starting off the month of October, and a special fashion campaign between the Italian luxury brand and the rap superstar with luxurious tastes is finally happening. […]
Gucci has named Renée E. Tirado the new Global Head of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. According to Complex, the announcement is to assist with the implementation of a worldwide strategy to ensure the components of Tirado’s title are present in Gucci’s output. The aim is to build a “positive corporate culture for all.” “I am […]
The fashion industry is always a step ahead of itself when it comes to seasonal collections. For instance, even though we’re currently in the heat of summer, Dover Street Market is already prepping for a Fall/Winter 2019 collaboration alongside Gucci. Advertisement Gucci’s famed Creative Director Alessandro Michele was at the helm of designing these pieces, […]
Gucci shows off two new colorways for its G-Sync series, the Italian fashion house’s latest line of premium watches available for the SS19 season. Advertisement Whether you prefer things crisp and clean like the white translucent timepiece seen below, or with a pop of color like the version above that opts for signature hues, both […]
Many members of the Hip Hop community decided to boycott Gucci following the release of their controversial sweater that resembled black face. But not everyone is down with the cause. Jim Jones took to Instagram to announce that he is not going to stop wearing the luxury brand. “Don’t ask me about Gucci goofy when […]
Gucci was under fire for their culturally insensitive sweater, but Naomi Campbell doesn’t think the Italian luxury brand meant to intentionally disrespect black people. While Dapper Dan didn’t excuse the brand for what they did, he is looking towards a brighter future by joining the team to create opportunities for young Black creatives. Campbell has […]
Dapper Dan vowed to hold Gucci accountable for their recent racist scandal involving a sweater that resembles blackface, and he did so in the best way he knows how. Dan’s custom designs were on the backs of seven influential celebrities at the 2019 Met Gala in New York City on Monday. 21 Savage, Omari Hardwick, […]
Future recently sat down for an interview at Atlanta’s Street 94.5 and the Gucci controversy was raised in the conversation. Rightfully so because one of the rapper’s infamous lines is, “I just f****d your b***h in some Gucci flip flops.” “Man, I bought Gucci before it got canceled so I’m still gon’ wear it because […]
Young Thug could either be trolling or just genuinely like the wool balaclava Gucci sweater that prompted a boycott by the black community. The Atlanta rapper posted a video on his Instagram story sporting the controversial sweater. “This how it look from the side. My b*tch will f*ck the side of me,” he says in the video […]
Although Gucci has officially announced its initiative to promote diversity and inclusivity in their company, T.I. is still boycotting them. In the video below, the Atlanta rapper is seen schooling a young man who is reportedly wearing Gucci. “It’s what’s in you, not what’s on you,” Tip said to the man. “We make that sh*t fly.” […]
If anyone can straighten this Gucci thing out, it’s Dapper Dan. Or can he? Quintessential urban designer Dapper Dan is really trying to help the iconic brand remain in the game after their overtly racist clothing design, which was a blackface sweater. Today, the Harlem fashion renaissance figure announced his launch of Gucci Changemakers, aimed […]
We’re less than a week away from the official start to Spring 2019, and now’s the perfect time to prep for a season where things begin to bloom for the better. While fly gear and a clean pair of kicks should definitely be at the top of your “Get Fresh” list, one thing not to […]
The battle against Gucci has become a Hip-Hop battle against each other.
Gucci has been under fire after releasing and promoting a sweater that represents Blackface last week. The racially offensive garment was extremely distasteful and was met with immediate backlash. The company’s CEO, Marco Bizzari, has sent an internal letter taking accountability for the garment. Read the memo below. “Dear Colleagues, By now, you will all […]
High-end fashion label Gucci has received backlash after selling an item, a mask specifically, that can be easily attributed to blackface. The company has rolled out an apology, stating that it was an accident, but the Hip-Hop community is not quick to forgive, specifically T.I. The King hit Instagram and made sure that he got […]
Gucci is dropping its own capsule collection to celebrate the Year of the Pig by recruiting the perfect little mascots. Three to be exact.
After collaborating on a fire capsule collection alongside Gucci, Dapper Dan is still getting all his things, this time in the form of a coffee table book that details his long history in the fashion-forward neighborhood of Harlem. Advertisement Edited by famed photographer & film artist Ari Marcopoulos, Dapper Dan’s Harlem features original imagery that […]
Happy holidays, y’all! Christmas is just one day away, and if you haven’t done all your shopping for the loved ones in your life, you might be feeling a little like this right about now: View this post on Instagram Big ? #Christmas ? A post shared by The Source (@thesource) on Dec 24, 2018 […]
With the holiday season in full effect, coming up with the perfect gift that someone can truly call their own can get a little tough to decide on. However, Gucci just dropped a toasty capsule collection that can be customized for everyone on your shopping list. Advertisement The new DIY offering from the iconic Italian […]
Earlier this summer, Gucci came through drippin’ with an impressive headwear collection of baseball caps, skully hats and even scarf options. Now, they’re adding the clothing component to complete the luxury brand’s ultimate ode to one of New York’s favorite sports teams. Advertisement The love for the Yanks traces back to Gucci creative director Alessandro […]