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Music and Fashion: Culture in Conversation

Musicians often use fashion to set themselves apart with a signature look. Music and fashion influence each other, and they reflect and impact the culture at large.


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Red suit owned by James Brown

Lavender heeled boots worn by Prince

Pink, green, and gold floral brocade costume worn by Little Richard

Afghan vest worn by Jimi Hendrix

Costume worn by Nona Hendryx of Labelle

Shoes, worn by Celia Cruz

Black "Sex" jumpsuit owned by James Brown

Linda Ramone's Punk Rock Style

Rainbow wig worn by George Clinton

Leather jacket worn by Bootsy Collins

Dress worn by Loretta Lynn

Adidas Sneakers, worn by B-Girl Laneski

Lavender satin ensemble worn by Prince

Cher

Def Jam Jacket, worn by D-Rucka

Madonna

Kurt Cobain; Standing with Evian Bottle

Cream duster coat designed by Manuel Cuevas and worn by George Clinton

Bootsy Collins style star-shaped mirrored lens sunglasses

Patsy Cline's Costume

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Selena's Leather Outfit

Elvis Presley

Mock turtleneck and pants costume worn by Verdine White of Earth, Wind, & Fire

Yellow and black hat worn by Bootsy Collins

Stage costume worn by Jermaine Jackson

Tina Weymouth and Grandmaster Flash, NYC, 1981

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Public Enemy

Jacket, worn by Miles Davis

Madonna

Zulu Nation Marcus Garvey Jacket

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Jacket made by Joe Emsley and worn by Miles Davis


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