Lil Nas X’s Most Iconic Fashion Moments Ranked
Lil Nas X knows how to turn heads — whether it’s from how he dresses to what he says on social media. Born Montero Lamar Hill in Georgia on April…
Lil Nas X attends the 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena on April 03, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyLil Nas X knows how to turn heads -- whether it's from how he dresses to what he says on social media. Born Montero Lamar Hill in Georgia on April 9, 1999, he later dropped out of college to pursue his music career.
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By 2018, Lil Nas X started writing and recording songs in his closet. He adopted the stage name Lil Nas X as a tribute to the rapper Nas. X comes from the Roman numeral 10 and the number of years he thought it would take to find fame. He added Lil in front of his name to be funny because he said "Every new rapper’s name is Lil, Lil, Lil. ‘What if I was Lil Nas?"
Hailing from a conservative upbringing just outside Atlanta, Georgia, the rapper thought he was going to take the secret of his sexuality to his grave. He would later publicly come out as gay on the last day of Pride Month in June 2019.
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On December 3, 2018, Lil Nas X released the country rap song "Old Town Road" online for free when he was 19. He bought the beat for the song anonymously on a beat-selling platform called BeatStars for $30. The song samples Nine Inch Nails' 2008 track, "34 Ghosts IV." The song that gave him superstardom was recorded at a "humble" Atlanta studio on their "$20 Tuesdays," taking less than an hour!
To promote the track, LNX made over one hundred memes that went viral on TikTok as part of a #Yeehaw Challenge. Millions of users posted videos of themselves dressed as a wrangler or cowgirl, with most #yeehaw videos using "Old Town Road" as the song for their clips. When LNX wrangled himself country legend Billy Ray Cyrus on the remix version of the track, he was the "only country dude" he knew because of Hannah Montana.
Since then, LNX has become a hero among the queer community, an award-winning artist, and one of the most influential people in the world.
Take a look below at Lil Nas X's most iconic fashion moments:
10. Reel To Reel: Lil Nas X
Rebecca Sapp/Getty Images for The Recording AcademyLil Nas X's hair is so snatched, matching his equally serving look. The "MONTERO (Call Me By Your Name) singer wore this studded, clear tank top that reminds us of the sea. Paired with the turquoise cross necklace, he looks like a siren on vacation. The dark chocolate trousers wrap together the laid back, yet glam look.
9. Pre-GRAMMY Gala
Frazer Harrison/Getty ImagesHoly chiseled abs! The shifting colors of the rapper's suit draws our eyes directly to his abs. When we do have the attention span to peel our eyes away, we can appreciate Lil Nas' bold and sexy look. The chunky necklace and short, braided hairstyle make him look so effortless here.
8. The 2019 BET Awards
Frazer Harrison/Getty ImagesLil Nas X isn't afraid of bright colors. At the 2019 BET Awards, he is wearing a black-and-yellow leather ensemble, with yellow fringe on both the jacket and pants. Worn completely open on top and yellow snakeskin boots. Of course, no under shirt needed when you're that ripped.
Lil Nas X's Most Iconic Fashion Moments Ranked
7. Thom Browne 2023 New York Fashion Week
Rob Kim/Getty ImagesWe love how refined the rapper looks at NYFW. Taking inspiration from Asian fashion, LNX wore this gorgeous pine green silk bandana-print overcoat with a matching dog purse. If you don't look hard enough, it blends right in. We also love the attention to detail and his silver framed circle glasses, that give a surprising element of class.
6. The CFDA / Vogue Fashion Fund 2019 Awards
Jamie McCarthy/Getty ImagesLil Nas X is showing us he's "The One" as he rocked a cool, sleek look with a white tee with the words "OFF" written across. He topped the shirt off with a white and black abstract patterned blazer on top, and sunglasses that look straight from <em>The Matrix</em> in NYC in 2019. Can't forget the diamond cross dangly earring!
Lil Nas X's Most Iconic Fashion Moments Ranked
5. The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion
Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty ImagesShowing up as a king, Lil Nas X's first part of his three-part Met Gala look is a gigantic golden cape that only he could pull off. With roses decorating teh edges of the plush, velvet cape, he is a picture of pure elegance. We love the shoulder piece most of all, offering some added dimension to the cape and making him look like high royalty.
Lil Nas X's Most Iconic Fashion Moments Ranked
4. WSJ Magazine 2021 Innovator Awards
Theo Wargo/Getty ImagesLil Nas X looks so sleek with this structured skirt set! The "INDUSTRY BABY" donned an edgy outfit in studded platform boots and a black pleated skirt, with a perfectly-fit overcoat. The cut fits his frame so impeccably, we are completely in awe. He completed the look with a leather puppy purse -- which he seems to love, showing up at multiple red carpet events with different variations.
Lil Nas X's Most Iconic Fashion Moments Ranked
3. 2021 MTV Video Music Awards
Jason Kempin/Getty ImagesLil Nas X brought the 80s with him at the 2021 MTV VMAs! He rocked a soft, curly mullet, with dangling butterfly earrings. He took the rock n' roll hair metal look to the next level with his sparkling lilac wrap blouse. Having one side be off the shoulder gives a subtle sensualness to his look that doesn't go unnoticed.
Lil Nas X's Most Iconic Fashion Moments Ranked
2. 10th Annual LACMA ART+FILM GALA
Presley Ann/Getty Images for LACMALil Nas X is evoking serious '70s vibes with this yellow Gucci suit! The golden logo gives the illusion that his suit is patent leather, while his peach undershirt and matching feathery sleeves give those shaggy vibes. The brown leather loafers tie the look together, completely nailing the era and looking sharp while doing so.
Lil Nas X's Most Iconic Fashion Moments Ranked
1. Tom Ford Ombré Leather Parfum Launch
Rich Fury/Getty ImagesLil Nas X looks like a sex symbol wearing a green, sequined blouse, exposing his bare chest. His green-tinted aviators and knotted gold chain add to the sexiness that he oozes at the event. Securing the look of effortless chic, he donned a leather jacket detailed with fur.
Lil Nas X's Most Iconic Fashion Moments Ranked
