
Brooklyn has birthed some of the greatest rappers of all time. They’ve changed the game time and time again, reinventing the sound and the look. During the early 2000’s, rappers started to pay more attention to fashion, eventually catapulting them into trendsetter status. For this Brooklynite, Fabolous, the athletic jersey accompanied with matching fitted cap became synonymous with his name, and soon after, everyone wanted to emulate the look. I’m sure there’s a picture of me somewhere trying this too, minus the enormous Jesus piece. But a true fashion aficionado will never be stagnant when it comes to their style. The Brooklyn Don’s Instagram (@myfabolouslife) can attest to that, where he showcases his looks on a spectrum from swag to suave.
It was all about fitted caps with the brim tilted to the side, athletic headbands, and oversized tracksuits for Fab when he first hit the music scene. And more often than not, he elevated his swag with a diamond encrusted chain. For references, you can satiate your nostalgia by taking a look at the music video for his single “Young’n (Hollaback)”…and see if you remember how to do the REAL Harlem Shake.

















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