15 of Lil Nas X's best ever fashion moments

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On the night he became a Grammy Award-winning artist, Lil Nas X made the red carpet his own in a hot pink custom-made Atelier Versace suit, complete with a matching cowboy hat in keeping with his signature style.

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On the night he became a Grammy Award-winning artist, Lil Nas X made the red carpet his own in a hot pink custom-made Atelier Versace suit, complete with a matching cowboy hat in keeping with his signature style.

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The rapper appeared to take fashion inspiration from Batman villain Riddler, known in DC comic books for his head-to-toe green garb. Lil Nas X stood out on the red carpet in the neon design by Christopher John Rogers.

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The 'Old Town Road' singer painted the town red at the awards ceremony in an ornate ensemble, which featured a red, embroidered suit by Union Western Clothing, a gem-studded belt by B.B. Simon, red boots by P.S. Kaufman, and, of course, a red cowboy hat by Gladys Tamez.

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Lil Nas X was on fire at last year's iHeartRadio Music Festival, wearing a hand-painted outfit featuring flame imagery by fashion label Freak City LA.

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The rapper looked sensational while performing at the BET Awards, wearing a yellow and black custom fringed ensemble by L.A. Roxx.

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The 'Rodeo' musician is evidently a man of many talents, as displayed at the 2020 Grammy Awards when he showed off his trumpet-playing skills while clad in an all-black latex ensemble.

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As he took to the stage to accept his Best Music Video award for 'Old Town Road', Lil Nas X looked angelic in an all-white look, which he accessorised with a pair of high-heeled boots.

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The musician looked as though he had taken inspiration from the Nineties when he attended Variety's Hitmakers Brunch, wearing a snakeskin-print high-neck orange top and a pair of bright tangerine flared trousers.

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The rapper looked a tad on the blue side at the GQ Men of the Year awards ceremony, combining an azure, wet-look jacket and trousers with a sheer, mesh top.

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While attending his first CMA Awards, Lil Nas X cut a stylish figure on the red carpet in a black cowboy ensemble, adding a touch of flair with silver tassles.

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The rapper cemented his place among the fashion industry's elite when he attended the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund event in New York City, wearing a suave grey and white suit by fashion label Off-White.

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Lil Nas x oozed elegance at the 2019 MTV VMAs, pairing a dazzling silver suit by Christian Cowan with an ornate ruffled shirt.

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The musician brought intergalactic fashion to the masses when he delivered a performance wearing a holographic outfit by fashion label Krone, finishing off his look with a pair of mustard-yellow shoes.

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The rapper put a unique spin on an awards ceremony suit when he made an appearance at the BET Awards wearing a pale blue, multi-print, custom ensemble by Pyer Moss, complete with a white cowboy hat and white P.S. Kaufman pointed boots.

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While celebrating Cardi B's second collaboration with retailer Fashion Nova, Lil Nas X looked suave in a white and black ensemble and black cowboy hat, accessorising with pieces by designer streetwear jewellery brand King Ice.

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Lil Nas X: 15 of the rapper’s best ever fashion moments

Rapper makes a lasting impression at the 2020 Grammy Awards in a hot pink Versace ensemble

Wednesday 29 January 2020 10:23

Over the past year, Lil Nas X has cemented his place as one of the most innovative up-and-coming artists in the music industry.

In addition to breaking chart records with the release of hit song “Old Town Road“ and receiving multiple accolades, including Grammys and BET Hip Hop Awards, the rapper has also made a name for himself for his bold and unique fashion choices.

The musician attended the 2020 Grammy Awards wearing a hot pink Atelier Versace creation, receiving heaps of praise from fans for his “gorgeous“ look.

In August 2019, the 20-year-old painted the town red at the MTV Video Music Awards in a scarlet embroidered suit by Union Western Clothing, completing his ensemble with a signature cowboy hat.

Click through the gallery above to take a look at 15 of the rapper’s most memorable sartorial moments.

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