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Hip-hop and style have always had a symbiotic relationship. Unlike the fashion industry, rappers were never really trying to start the next season's biggest trends—most just wanted to be the freshest dude alive, and dressing dope was a part of that. Other rappers merely reflected the style of the environments they grew up in, like Snoop Dogg's Chuck Taylor steez and Big Boi's Atlanta sports jerseys. But there are those times when hip-hop and fashion definitely intersect. As rap evolved, people started paying attention to how rappers dressed, and wanted to emulate them to a tee—or a hat, whatever. From the early days of hip-hop to current trends, read up on A History of Style Trends Started By Rappers.
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Bally Shoes

High-Top Fades

DIY "Cooper Black" Typeface Gear

adidas Superstars Without Laces

Bucket Hats

Tommy Hilfiger Shirts

Backwards Clothing

Clarks Wallabees

Camo and Timberlands

Front-Tied Bandanas

Rolling Up One Pant Leg

White Tank Tops

Wearing a Cap Over a Du-Rag

New York Yankee Hats

Throwback Jerseys

Button-Down Shirts and Fitted Caps

Rocking Pink

Tall Tees

Grills

All-Over Print Hoodies

Shutter Shades

Supreme Camp Caps

Leather Pants

Casual Baseball Gloves

Dark-Colored Streetwear
