Is Bianca Censori Living in a Pygmalion Relationship? Kanye West’s Influence Raises Red Flags

Relationship Expert Dr LaShandra Batiste-Manary from Liquid London Weighs in on the Red Flags Surrounding Kanye West’s Influence Over Bianca Censori

Kanye West’s 2025 Grammy Awards appearance alongside Bianca Censori has reignited discussions about control in relationships, particularly through the lens of the Pygmalion Relationship dynamic where one partner attempts to mould the other into their ideal version rather than accepting them as they are.

The Pygmalion Effect in Kanye’s Relationships

Kanye West has a well-documented history of shaping his partners’ public personas, from his time with Kim Kardashian, whom he famously rebranded into a high-fashion icon, to his current wife, Bianca Censori, whose extreme wardrobe transformation has led to growing concern.

Dr LaShandra Batiste-Manary, a relationship expert at Liquid London, explains:

“A Pygmalion Relationship occurs when one partner dictates how the other should look, behave, or exist in the world, often under the guise of ‘improvement’ or ‘inspiration.’ While fashion influence is normal in relationships, when one person completely reinvents their identity to match their partner’s vision, it can indicate a loss of autonomy rather than personal growth.”

Bianca’s Grammy outfit, a sheer, see-through slip mirrored Kanye’s album artwork for ‘Vultures 1,’ raising questions about whether this transformation is her choice or if she is being fashioned into a living reflection of Kanye’s creative vision.

Warning Signs of a Pygmalion Relationship

Dr Batiste-Manary outlines key warning signs that someone may be experiencing this dynamic:

• A sudden and extreme transformation in style, personality, or behaviour that seems dictated by their partner rather than self-driven

• Feeling pressured to meet a partner’s expectations in ways that compromise personal comfort

• The partner taking credit for ‘improving’ or ‘fixing’ them rather than celebrating their individuality

• Losing independence, with the partner serving as a gatekeeper to their social or professional world

• Body language that suggests discomfort, submission, or hesitation in public interactions

What This Means for Bianca and Others in Similar Situations

While only Bianca can speak to her relationship dynamics, Kanye’s repeated pattern of ‘reinventing’ his partners raises serious questions about autonomy, identity, and control.

Dr Batiste-Manary adds:

“A healthy relationship empowers both individuals to be the best versions of themselves, not a curated extension of their partner’s artistic vision. If someone finds themselves being ‘moulded’ rather than mutually growing, it may be time to question whether they are being loved for who they are or for who their partner wants them to be.”