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February 12, 2015

All the Cool Kids Were Waiting for Kanye Today

By Allison P. Davis and Alexandra Gavillet

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If there’s anybody who can command a crowd to wait in 20-degree weather without inciting riot, it’s Kanye West. Despite the frigid temperatures, fans, friends, Kim-groupies, and even the merely curious gathered patiently outside for the most hyped presentation of Fashion Week: Kanye’s collection for Adidas Original. “This is going to be historic,” said Johnny Medina. “I mean, the man went on a year rant saying that people weren’t letting him express himself — and now he gets to.” While West and team finished rehearsing, the Cut chatted with the stylish crowd and found out who thinks Kanye is a genius, who was there for Kim, and, of course, if they thought the show would really be worth the wait.

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Avi and Stephanie Did you guys plan matching outfits? Stephanie: No! We just met up and we were dressed like this. Kind of like an homage to Ki... Avi and Stephanie Did you guys plan matching outfits? Stephanie: No! We just met up and we were dressed like this. Kind of like an homage to Kim and Kanye? Avi: I mean, the man dresses well, so does his wife. Are you guys dating? Stephanie: No we’re just friends! Would you let your significant other dress you? Avi: If I was with somebody who could upgrade me, why not?  You can always be a better version of yourself. Stephanie:I think I’d be a little stubborn about it. Avi: You’d look fly though! Stephanie: Alright, maybe. But I’d take credit for it. Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Antonio Everything about Kanye is exciting. He’s the King. He’s one of the smartest people on this earth. If Kanye disappeared, but it meant you... Antonio Everything about Kanye is exciting. He’s the King. He’s one of the smartest people on this earth. If Kanye disappeared, but it meant you could marry Kim, would you be okay with losing Kanye? No. Kanye  is perfect. Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Ruth Gruca Favorite Kanye song? "Blood on the Leaves." Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Austin Butts aka Ass Pizza and Kerwin Frost Austin: My shirt is by Virgil Abloh Kevin: And my pants were designed by Austin, approved by Virgil... Austin Butts aka Ass Pizza and Kerwin Frost Austin: My shirt is by Virgil Abloh Kevin: And my pants were designed by Austin, approved by Virgil. Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Franco Prince Favorite Kanye Song:" Christian Dior Denim Floor." Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Aurore Hennion  Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Krickie Pisaturo Are you excited to see Kanye perform? I'm excited to see Kanye. But I'd kill for a Kim spotting. Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Yashua Simmons Favorite Kanye song? "Through the Wire." Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Luke Baker Kanye did an open casting call and I'm friends with some of the models. I'm here to see them. Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Ryochei Kawanishi I remember what he did in Paris. I’m not sure I liked it, but I want to see how developed those ideas. Photo: Alexandra Gavill... Ryochei Kawanishi I remember what he did in Paris. I’m not sure I liked it, but I want to see how developed those ideas. Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Juliana I mean Kanye and Adidas?  He’s about to put Nike to shame. Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Jordan Lopez How has Kanye influenced fashion and music? He’s done immense things for the whole culture. Even 10 years ago you look back and th... Jordan Lopez How has Kanye influenced fashion and music? He’s done immense things for the whole culture. Even 10 years ago you look back and there’s DNA of his music, his fashion all over the place. He’s changed the whole style. People say they made it, but we all know. Has Kanye influnced your personal style? I guess I’ve worn a longer T-shirt because of him. Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Justin Blanc  Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Joshua Cooper Favorite Kanye track? "Bound 2." Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
Reece Crisp  Photo: Alexandra Gavillet
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