
Written by James Harris (@Dr_TacoMD) and Jian DeLeon (@JianDeLeon)
Since the early days of rock 'n roll, certain dudes have stood out as more than just musicians. Their attitude, their look, and their actions have gone beyond their music and granted them rock star status. So what's the common denominator in all certified rock stars? To be one, you have to be cool. And usually, but not necessarily always, coolness and style go hand-in-hand.
From humble beginnings, rock music has transcended the musical realm to influence and innovate the world of style. Whether it was breaking down style barriers with obscene outfits, or harking back to trends of bygone eras, rock stars have all taught us a thing or two about staying steezy (and destroying hotel rooms). You may not know it, but your personal style may have been influenced by these guys. From OG's like Chuck Berry and Mick to young guns like Ezra Koenig and Jack White, these are The 50 Most Stylish Rock Stars of All Time.
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50. Lenny Kravitz

49. Axl Rose

48. Julian Casablancas

47. Billy Idol

46. Zakk Wylde

45. Nick Cave

44. Lou Reed

43. Pete Doherty

42. Carlos Santana

41. John Mayer

40. Ezra Koenig

39. Paul Weller

38. Liam Gallagher

37. Elton John

36. Billy Gibbons

35. Freddie Mercury

34. Johnny Rotten

33. Rivers Cuomo

32. Lemmy Kilmister

31. Morrissey

30. Ian Svenonius

29. Joe Strummer

28. George Lewis Jr.

27. Tom Waits

26. Keith Moon

25. Jack White

24. Elvis Costello

23. Bruce Springsteen

22. Slash

21. Dennis Wilson

20. Buddy Holly

19. Chuck Berry

18. Bob Dylan

17. Eric Clapton

16. Joey Ramone

15. Alice Cooper

14. David Byrne

13. Elvis Presley

12. Jimi Hendrix

11. John Lennon

10. Dave "Dave 1" Macklovitch

9. Jarvis Cocker

8. Ray Davies

7. H.R.

6. Keith Richards

5. Sid Vicious

4. Kurt Cobain

3. David Bowie

2. Prince

1. Mick Jagger
