By now, we all know of Yeezy Season 1 and 2 (Kanye West x Adidas, ) and I must admit when I first saw Kanye’s NYFW presentation of Season 1 I was pumped. As a fan of Kanye’s style (before 2014/15) I was hoping that this line would be something new and innovative that would change fashion forever. Kanye does claim to be a creative genius! However, after looking at the pieces from Season 1 I was highly disappointed. Here are 3 reasons why:

Kanye did things in Season 1 we have seen before (unoriginal, yes I said it)

As you can see, he drew “inspiration” from Haider Ackermann’s oversized sweaters.

And………. Maison Martin Margiela (nude bodysuit)

wait….. and, Helmut Lang (distressing and dystopian aesthetic)

But wait, THERE IS MORE (Billy Mays voice)

Yup, Kanye was “inspired” by Visvim as well. These were just a few designers he basically ripped off this season.

2. The prices are ridiculous

I understand Kanye was trying to enter the “High Fashion” tribe, which can justify the price point (I don’t think so) However, when you go on a radio show and claim you want to make your clothing line as accessible as Zara and H&M, then this is ridiculous.

Nothing in this collection is less than $100, and charging $575 for french terry sweats, and $2,000 for a nylon bomber just tells how overpriced this clothing is.

Beautiful color, but not worth $570! HOW SWAY?

3. Can you wear this in real life???

I love the colors used for this collection, and I am an advocate for trying new things in fashion, but I feel that Yeezy Season 1 goes too far. I cannot picture myself, or anyone for that matter wearing a full Yeezy Season 1 outfit on a regular day basis. Maybe some pieces can be pulled off with other designers, but full Yeezy? NAH! Maybe on Halloween.

If you’re a fan of Season 1 that is cool. This is just 3 reasons as to why it isn’t really my cup of tea. Fashion does bring its critics right?