• The Corporate Dropout T-shirt

Arguably his best album to date, Kanye West’s The College Dropout changed the entire face of rap music. The album RollingStone magazine named album of the decade not only bridged the gap between underground and mainstream Hip Hop, but influenced the lives of many individuals. Tackling subject matters like religion, education, insecurities, and self-esteem, Kanye spoke of the troubles that the average listener could relate to. In commemoration of the album’s 6-year anniversary (February 10), Cincinnati-based clothing boutique Corporate released their own version of the The College Dropout t-shirt last Friday. Corporate’s t-shirt, The Corporate Dropout, features an identical aesthetic to the original design with the use of collegiate-style lettering and the infamous Dropout bear head. Best of all, a portion of the proceeds of the t-shirt sales will be donated to Kanye’s Dr. Donda West Foundation.

For additional information, check out the Corporate blog.

• Bape Spring 2010 Lookbook with Kanye West

Continuing with the topic of Kanye West being featured in Bape’s Spring 2010 catalog is the lookbook that was shot to showcase the season’s offerings. Based on the clothes Kanye’s wearing, it appears as though Bape has an array of styles to offer for that specific season. Whether it’s for the office or a club, there’s definitely versatility with this Bape collection. Pieces include the short-sleeve oxford button-down shirt, satin varsity jackets, URSUS Bape t-shirts, belts, jeans, and the infamous Bape all-over print hoodie.

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• Kanye in Bape Spring 2010 Catalog

If Kanye West isn’t participating in lookbook shots for his own collaboration projects or his now-defunct Pastelle line, there’s a good chance you’ll catch him doing photshoots for Nigo’s A Bathing Ape clothing line, also known as Bape. Having been featured in several Bape catalogs for previous seasons, it was only fitting for Nigo and company to get Kanye on board for their Spring 2010 campaign. Kanye can be seen wearing several Bape items including a short-sleeve button down shirt, a military canvas jacket, an URSUS Bape t-shirt, and even an all-over print hoodie.

The catalog is currently available for purchase on Amazon.co.jp for 1,300Yen.

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• Kanye at Bape LA Store December 20, 2009

With the release of the second Kid Cudi x Milo t-shirt today, December 20th, at the Bape Los Angeles store on Melrose, Kid Cudi will make an appearance at the store this afternoon to sign autographs and meet with customers and fans. I also got word from sneaker head Franalations that Kanye West may also make an appearance with Cudi at the event. I called the Bape LA store immediately after I heard the news and a sales associate was unable to confirm Kanye’s presence, but also did not dispel the speculations. For anyone in the Los Angeles area who is thinking of going, I suggest you call the Bape LA store to see if there are any updates on a possible Kanye appearance, but Cudi’s appearance alone should be well worth it.

Bape LA - 8001 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046 (323) 658-5400

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• Gray Ibn Jasper x Quintin 5-Panel Cap

After Ibn Jasper wore the black “Ibn Jasper” x Quintin 5-panel cap collaboration on his birthday, he’s back at it with another preview of a gray colorway. Similar to its black counterpart, the gray 5-panel cap is constructed of suede and features a distinct quilted front that is identical to the lower strap featured on the collaboration shoes between Kanye West and Louis Vuitton, the Jasper’s. An added feature that further draws inspiration from the Kanye x LV shoe is the tassle that is above the 5-panel cap’s bill, which can be found on the Jasper’s, Hudson’s, and Don’s shoes. In terms of additional colorways and release dates, nothing has been officially announced.

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• Ibn Jasper and Quintin Hats Collaboration

During Ibn Jasper’s birthday celebration this past weekend, he revealed his collaboration 5-panel fitted cap with Quintin, appropriately named after himself, “Ibn Jasper”. The Ibn Jasper appears to be constructed of a black suede and features a front that perfectly matches the lower strap of the black Kanye West x Louis Vuitton Jasper’s shoes. Not much else is known about the collaboration between Ibn Jasper and Quintin, but expect great quality and nothing less than perfection from a man like Ibn, who also happens to be Kanye’s barber and style consultant.

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