The former electrical engineer turned into a digital fashionista during the pandemic, posting over-the-top outfits and earning the rep as the best-dressed man on TikTok. “I have to balance my artistic interests with the algorithmic interests,” says Kaye. “I have to take certain risks on the artistic side for the sake of performance.” Repped by modeling powerhouse IMG, Kaye’s brand partnerships range from high-end labels like Prada and Ferragamo to massive companies including American Express and Google.
0:00 Introducing Wisdom Kaye
0:15 Finding His Style—And Fame—In Quarantine
2:15 Going Viral: Why Kaye Chose Quality Over Posting Every Day
4:08 The “Fonts” Video: A Viral Idea Kept Secret For A Year
6:13 How Kaye Lands His Brand Deals
7:38 Advice To Upcoming Creators: Be Less Scared
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One of these days, I’m getting on a Forbes list. I don’t know what I have to do to do it, but I gotta.
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I found him first on the Fonts video. It was incredible. Mind-blowing. What creativity.
bro was wearing hermes belt in college…
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So I love to hear him speak on his work but this would be better edited showing his work while he speaks. His work is highly visual…show them
Wisdom!!