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Though hip hop began as an “underground” movement, it has currently (read: finally) stepped into the limelight, resulting in tons of rappers in fashion shoots, creating their own lines and sometimes, collaborating with fashion heavy hitters such as Louis Vuitton.

In today’s society, musicians can no longer simply make music; they must create a persona complete with a personality, voice and definitive sense of style. This makes it easier for musicians to shift into the world of fashion, with everyone from 50 Cent to Lil’ Wayne creating their own clothing lines. Perhaps the most infamous rapper/fashion designer at this point, Kanye West even got a chance to debut his line at New York Fashion Week, an honor that most budding designers can only dream of.

Switch on your iPod, slap on your headphones and contemplate your next hip hop-inspired outfit with the help of these rappers in fashion.

Snakeskin Catsuits
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Bootylicious Sneaker Ads
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Shocking Slashed Dresses
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Hip Hop Look Books
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Velvet Gentleman's Slippers
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Kanye West Sells His Head For Ad Space
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Hip Hop-Style Photography
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Scalp-Licking Rappers
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Shiny Studded Caps
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Social Snapshot Sunglasses
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Intrusive Rap Entourage Shoots
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Hip-Hop Winterwear
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Customized Crystal Kicks
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Studded Sunglasses
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Rock Star Urban Headgear
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Hip-Hop Tour Snapbacks
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Pencil Portrait Celeb Tees
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Hova-Branded Kicks
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Sophomore Rapper Couture Collections
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Sneak Peek Designer Sneakers
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Reebok up to speed with rap stars
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Feminine Rapper Rags
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Rap Stars as Brand Directors
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Twitterific Streetwear
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Intergalactic Urban Gear
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Anti-Fashion Statements
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Hip-Hop Collaboration Kicks
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Reebok Reinvents Pop Culture Style
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Designer Muse Portraits
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Upcycled Bottle Jackets
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Hip-Hop Perfumers
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Celebrity Face Hairstyles
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Couture Rapper Photography
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Hip-Hop High Tops
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Scandalous Sock Campaigns
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Exclusive Rap Icon Wear
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Celebrity Rapper Streetwear
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Hip-Hop Director Retrospectives
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Outrageous Rapper Outfits
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Haute High-Top Kicks
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Video Lookbook Previews
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Celebratory Skater Shoes
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Hilarious Hip-Hop Tees
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Young Money-Made Outerwear
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