Ye shoots down speculation about creative director role with the fashion house
Kanye West has firmly denied any interest in collaborating with Maison Margiela after rumors circulated online. On Monday morning, West responded to a Reddit post suggesting that he might be the next creative director for the renowned fashion brand. Sharing a screenshot of the post, West made it clear with a bold caption: “I DON’T COLLAB.”
The Reddit post had speculated that West might join Margiela in a creative capacity, similar to how Pharrell Williams took on the role of creative director at Louis Vuitton in 2023. The user acknowledged West’s commitment to his Yeezy brand, suggesting a potential collaboration between the two, though they also noted West’s typical reluctance towards collaborations.
West, who is currently preparing to release his solo album Bully, remains focused on his ventures. He recently debuted a new track, “Beauty and the Beast,” in a concert in Haikou, China, and has begun accepting pre-orders for the album. Fans are also eagerly awaiting the third installment of Vultures with Ty Dolla $ign. Despite all the buzz surrounding his career, West made it clear—he’s not looking to team up with Margiela anytime soon.
