Rapper 88-Keys Has ONLY Worn Ralph Lauren Since 1993

Rapper 88′ knew he belonged in hip-hop after hearing Prince Paul’s production on De La Soul’s 1989 critically acclaimed album 3 Feet High and Rising. During an interview with Metro 88′ he revealed his obsession for the Polo Ralph Lauren label, which he admits he has worn for 16 years.

“ I try to stay true to Ralph’s vision. I don’t want to bastardize his vision — no offense to the urban community — because we all know what happened to Tommy Hilfiger once the hip hop community embraced it. I’ll walk out of the door dressed in loafers when everyone else is wearing Timberland boots. I definitely stand out. I’ll tag along with Kanye on shopping trips and look at clothing by designers whose names I’d need to take French lessons to pronounce. He’ll ask me what I think and I’ll be like, whatever. I’ve turned down paying gigs because they’ve tried to dress me in clothing by other designers. Besides record shopping, the only other place I need is a Polo store. I’ll go to Paris and they’ll be like, ‘here’s the Eiffel tower’ and I’m like, ‘whatever, where’s the record store and the Polo store. ”

88-Keys began wearing Polo Ralph Lauren in high school and developed a liking for its classic, preppy style. Since then, he has worn a complete look from the brand every day, without fail. His wardrobe includes over 700 Polo pieces.