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With new music dominating the airwaves and clubs, and bringing together almost every musician that mattered for OVO Fest, this might very well be the summer of Drake. Nothing Was the Same has some people seriously wondering if Drizzy is about to claim the crown from Kanye West and Jay Z, but we'll have to wait for September 17 for that conversation to truly happen.
Meanwhile, Drake has been killing it in the style arena. His evolution has been a long and varied one, but he's been showcasing ill looks regularly, and positively influencing his peers. If you're looking for a little style inspiration or a guide to rocking new 'fits, then look no further than @ChampagnePapi. From making luxe look easy to keeping it simple and breezy, these are Style Tips You Can Learn From Drake's Instagram.
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When life calls for it, it's time to dress like a grown-ass man.
Date: March 23, 2012
A Bar Mitzvah is a religious coming-of-age ceremony when Jewish boys become Jewish men. A similar secular rite of passage is getting a proper suit that is apropros for all the grown-man shit you now gotta deal with. Drake knows the deal, and is seen here rocking a dope, simple suit that complements his yarmulke and tallit shawl.
Keep it cozy when you're jetsetting around the world.
Caption: Big Spoon
Date: April 17, 2012
People may lament "the golden age of flying" when men supposedly wore a suit and tie to undertake the classy act of flying. Drake knows that that shit can be kept in the Mad Men universe, and that, whether you're in first class or back near the drains, taking to the clouds in lightweight denim, a fluffy hoodie, and sneakers is the best way to cruise.
Very luscious accessories can speak louder than the entire outfit.
Caption: Bottega Don
Date: April 18, 2012
Without this incredibly Bottega Veneta scarf, this outfit would've been a solid look. But add in the flowing, intricate accessory, and this 'fit is quickly approaching one hunna. Just goes to show that adding in an immaculate ingredient can lift the sum of an outfit's parts beyond what they are on their own.
Mixing workwear and streetwear will always be a winning combo.
Caption: Playboy papa
Date: April 18, 2012
Carhartt and Supreme are two brands at the top of their respective games. Combining the two in a non-hypebeast manner will def get bunnies hopping over your way.
Sometimes, all you need is a clean white T-shirt.
Caption: In and Out
Date: May 28, 2012
No matter what your budget or sense of style, rocking a crispy white tee with the right fit will always come off looking good.
Have a cozy-boy outfit for cozy evenings spent chilling by the fireplace.
Caption: Know the face. Know the name.
Date: June 12, 2012
Is there anything more lordly than wrapping oneself in a lavish robe, lighting up a cigar, setting out some candles, and texting some honeydips to come over? If you ever doubted the necessity of a robe, here's why you are wrong.
Invest in some quality underwear.
Caption: 416. Ovo.
Date: August 4, 2012
Like us, Drake knows the value of some dope undies. Here he's rocking a pair of Calvin Kleins, which will def do a good job of protecting and cradling your most important parts while showing the world that you don't skimp on the basics.
Investment pieces should make rare appearances for maximum effect.
Caption: Back.
Date: October 27, 2012
If you're ever privileged enough to be in the possession of a full-length fur, congrats. But don't be the asshole that wears that shit to the casual dinner date or bodega run. Save that grail-piece for the when you travel to the opera, receive the keys to the city, or topple an autocratic regime and triumphantly place you and your henchman atop your newly acquired country.
Dress appropriately for the job at hand.
Caption: Double whiskey for the Sous Chef
Date: December 3, 2012
Drake's a rapper. When he's rapping and living the life of a rapper, he dresses like one. But when he enters another professional domain, he doesn't try to bring his usual way of dressing with him. Here, since he's assigned to be a sous chef, he wear a sous chef's uniform. After all, if you can't stand the heat you gotta get out the kitchen, and wearing leather, heavy chains, and coogi sweaters makes it much hotter than just a chef's shirt.
Bomber jackets really are the most versatile and stylish mid-weight layer out there.
Caption: Sound
Date: December 14, 2012
This quilted piece was keeping Papi warm in the winter months of Toronoto, and looking steezy at the same time. If a bomber jacket isn't seeing heavy usage in your rotation in between the extremes of summer and winter, then you need to plug this gap ASAP.
A jacket with a plush shawl collar will murder any and all competition.
Caption: murda
Date: December 16, 2012
If you're able to get your hands on a coat with some sort of luxurious fur shawl collar, then you're already ten steps ahead of the game. A full fur jump-off can be gaudy (not necessarily in a bad way), but luxe details like this will show people you have sophistication and class to go along with your buttload of money.
Bucket hats are both utilitarian and stylish, a rare but useful combo.
Caption: @ovoniko @madamecoco
Date: December 23, 2012
In this photo, Drake was on vacay on some island that neither you nor I can pronounce. But his headwear of choice can be easily duplicated to ward off the sun while throwing it back to the '80s and '90s. There are plenty of options out there, and you'll be joining a distinguished history of stylish predecessors.
Despite its limited usage, a tuxedo is a wardrobe necessity for any man of class and worth.
Caption: TopSzn
Date: February 20, 2013
You'll probably only break it out a handful of times, but you never, ever want to be the guy who shows up to a black-tie event tux-less. And even if you aren't a suit-and-tie guy, everyone enjoys feeling like James Bond. Everyone.
Sweatpants are no longer just for the fat and lazy.
Caption: Earl Sweatpants
Date: April 10, 2013
In case you haven't gotten the message that everyone else has, sweatpants are now available in slim cuts that (mostly) allow for maxin' and relaxin' no matter where you are. Drake knows that you gotta be cozy when you fly, but that doesn't mean you have to look like the dude who eats nachos off his belly while watching eight hours of football every Sunday.
Hitting the gym isn't an excuse to slack on your style.
Caption: Back @habitualfitnessandlifestyle with my ONLY trainer @ovojonnyroxx...know yourself.
Date: May 8, 2013
It's also one of the only acceptable places to rock a tank top. Sneakers are an obvious choice, but Drake doesn't drop the style meter just because he's putting in work. Tons of stylish gym-wear is on the market now, so gear up before you gross out the cute girls on the elliptical.
Baseball shirts are a trend you should get on board with.
Caption: @ovohush Papi and Husher Raymond
Date: May 13, 2013
Drake is one of the handful of celebs who have been rocking athletic-inspired gear, and this is definitely a sporty trend that we co-sign. Drizzy's rocked similar pieces like this one, including one at the opening night of OVO Fest.
Loud shirts can be dope if done correctly.
Caption: Jefe
Date: May 14, 2013
Against the white pants and coke-white Tims, this shirt stands out from the proverbial crowd. Definitely a style risk, but if you rock something like this with aplomb, you'll pull it off.
Dope takes on classic patterns and garments can provide a fresh, unexpected twist.
Caption: @WarrenSapp SAPP!!!!!!!!!!!! #Dontjudgemypart #Itshotinhere #Storynightclub #Storyup #KevinHarthashtags #KevinHartismadsmall #Irrelevantinfo
Date: May 17, 2013
The trippy version of this camo pattern is so dope, it gave Warren Sapp the swizzle eye. Just kidding, the new Hall-of-Famer is always rocking with the wonky ocular, just like this wavy camouflage pattern will always be sick.
The '70s are an under-utilized decade for style inspiration.
Caption: Me and one of my heroes Judd Apatow
Date: May 20, 2013
In terms of retro style, the '80s were dope a few years ago, and the '90s are still enjoying a resurgence in popularity. But you can still be superfly if you take it back to the '70s. If you don't know where to start, here are the decade's best style icons.
If your style risk falls flat, the best thing to do is laugh at the hiccup and keep it moving.
Caption: Rashad can't see me.
Date: May 20, 2013
Drake's infamous Dada gaffe quickly had the Internet going nuts. It's true that if you take a style risk, there's a chance you'll get laughed out of town. What's also true is that the best and most efficient way of dealing with the haters is to get in on the joke. Aubrey knows that it's best to laugh at one's mistakes, and then keep on doing your thing.
No matter where you are in the world, Timberlands and denim will always be a good look.
Caption: Taking shots getting Messi-er than Lionel #Barca
Date: May 20, 2013
A black T-shirt, broken-in denim, and six-inch Wheats will be a good look for approximately 73.15% of life. Drake took this look to Barcelona, the land of late-night dinners and gigantic chairs.
Soccer jerseys are a burgeoning trend that hypebeasts haven't ruined yet.
Caption: It's levels to thi...never mind. #SangNoir #ShouldHaveBeenASoccerPlayer #EuroLifestyle #CreamsicleGuts
Date: June 6, 2013
If you've been a fan of La Liga, Premiership, or any other league for a minute now, then it's hightime you start rocking your favorite club's kit on the streets. It's just another way to participate in this sportswear shit that's quickly taken over, and since they're relatively hard to find, not every hypebeast and hipster is rocking one...yet.
Share the spoils of your style resources and knowledge amongst your homies.
Caption: For the team. They deserve it. OVO
Date: June 9, 2013
Unlike a lot of hyper-competitive dudes who attempt to out-dress one another until they ultimately ether themselves, Drake has the foresight and magnanimity to help his crew out when it comes to style. We're not saying you should cop your friends a bunch of expensive jewelry, but don't shiest them when it comes to finding out a dope new store or brand. Just make sure you don't start looking like a flock of sheep and smother your individual senses of style.
Figure out a fragrance that works for you.
Caption: Aaaaand I'm back
Date: July 3, 2013
It might take a bit of trial and tribulation, but eventually you'll find a fragrance that emanates the scent that you want to have associated with you. And hey, if that scent resembles a used diaper filled with Indian food, we won't judge.
There's a right way and a wrong way to rock a throwback jersey.
Caption: Tomorrow should be ours
Date: July 11, 2013
Gone are the days when throwback jerseys were worn over giant white tees and ended well past your knees. Here, courtesy of Aubrey, is how to properly rock a throwback jersey.
In case you had your doubts about the baseball jersey trend, here's how to merk it.
Caption: @detailgo They Used To Ask!!!!
Date: July 15, 2013
We never knew that baseball was such a big sport up in Canada, but Drake seems to be the game's greatest ambassador to the country. Whether worn open or closed, a baseball-shirt is a great piece for both the summer and the fall.
Coordinating colors still works, if done with subtlety.
Caption: SEPT17
Date: July 17, 2013
Drake knows a thing or two about underhanded subtlety. And while matching your kicks to your denim to your jersey to your car interior to your house paint was a trend that died along with your AOL email address back in 2005, a toned down version of that still looks pretty sick. Drake's red, gold, and white color scheme kills it in the studio. Again, rocking a baseball-inspired shirt is the finishing touch on this look.
Paying homage to your music and style heroes is never a bad look, especially when it helps out your 'fit.
Caption: Wu
Date: July 19, 2013
Admit it, anytime you see a dude bopping down the street in Wu Wear, you immediately respect his look. Drake knows this, and not only is he simply rocking some old Wu-Tang gear, but his whole outfit is a stylish monochromatic look that is simultaneously fresh and nostalgic.
Rocking classics from forgotten brands will always snap necks.
Caption: The Boy
Date: July 23, 2013
Thanks to Biggie, the Coogi sweater has been immortalized in hip-hop culture as one of the most recognized piece, as well as a status symbol of wealth in the '90s. Drake pairs the outlandish sweater with some bright yellow shorts that isn't for the faint of heart, but definitely nods to the greatest of all time in the most stylish way possible.
Recognize where you started relative to where you are now.
Caption: BeenTrill.
Date: July 24, 2013
Everyone starts from somewhere, and Drake reminds us that it's important to remember your roots, even if you started from the bottom. Now that you're here, a place that is presumably better, it's humbling to keep your starting point fresh in your mind so that you can keep things in the proper perspective. Plus, girls love a cute #tbt photo.
A throwback head-to-toe '90s-inspired sweatsuit is both an unexpected and awesome move.
Caption: Prayed Up.
Date: July 27, 2013
Even though he reps hard for the US's upstairs neighbor, this is a pretty sick sweatsuit that harks back to a time when American basketball unquestionably reigned supreme. Not that Justin Bieber, Drake, and RiFF RAFF are a dream team, but it's at least a very interestingly-dressed trio in which Drake comes out the clear winner.
Dope camo will always be a good choice.
Caption: All Me.
Date: August 1, 2013
This brown leaf camo is a classic form of the print, and is a bit more pared down than the flourescent, not-very-hidden camos that streetwear has embraced of late. Props to Drizzy for keeping it low-key as he hits the hookah and reflects deeply.
Wearing a print or pattern head-to-toe is a dope style risk that, if pulled off, is very next level.
Date: August 6, 2013
Fresh off the victorious first nigh tof OVO Fest in his hometown of Toronto, Drake is straight chillin' with some wings, whiskey, and head-to-toe bleeding plaid. This move is definitely reserved for master levels of style, so do not attempt if you're going to meekly slink through your day, scared of being all matchy matchy. Rock it with confidence, and you'll definitely pull off this risky move.
