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CeeLo Green took the fashion world by storm with his colorful and big Polo Ralph Lauren patchwork sweater which cannot be overlooked. The singer and fashionista who is often credited for his engaging character, posted a picture of him dressing in that sweater and it surely rocked the world among his followers and other singers. The photograph is a proof of Green’s strong bond with the company and also that he is always in the midst of cultural happenings.
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The post featuring the picture with the caption “Hell naw bitch #you know this #polo @poloralphlauren look alive LoLifes @trickdaddydollars” has a very confident, almost playful vibe coming off of it, which is very much CeeLo’s style. This is one of the very few combinations of high fashion and streetwise cool that he has mastered over the years. The particular item in question is a very intricate patchwork crewneck which is not very common or easy to spot even among the most loyal Polo collectors.
This drew one person to comment, “This legit the first time Ive seen anyone with this crewneck besides myself.. lolol.” This comment reflects the rarity of the item and the small number of consumers who are able to discover such less noticeable fashion finds. The comment can be interpreted as a hidden gesture of acknowledgement among the fashionistas, – a mutual recognition of a sought-after piece.
CeeLo’s post did not go unnoticed by his peers and that made the discussion richer. The other Atlanta rapper Killer Mike contributed to the dialogue by sharing the moment: “Aye!!!! Lemme pull mines on out the closet so I can back ground Lo Pro like my Bro Heaux!!!!” Very simply, Green replied, “you already know bro,” which shows a lot about their mutual respect and shared history. This is a brief exchange that places the high-fashion instant into genuine, old bonds.
While another user got to the point right away, posing a question that many had probably thought of “Real question. Do you only wear Ralph Lauren? I’ve only seen your posts talking about and wearing RL.” The comment is a fair one. CeeLo Green’s public persona is so intertwined with Polo Ralph Lauren that it barely seems like an endorsement anymore but more like a part of his character. He is devoted to the classic American brand.
There was undoubtedly an admiration for the piece behind the scenes which was a common thread throughout. Other fashionistas among them one of them raved, “That good ol PATCHWORK!!! 🪡🧵🔥🔥🔥 I’m taking a trip to The Vault tomorrow to pull out all the beautiful Patchworks and then some!!!” This kind of echo transforms a normal style post into a high-profile fashion event for passionate collectors and, at the same time, artistically provokes others to present their own collections and favorite pieces.
The love for CeeLo’s fashions did not overshadow the longing for new beat from Gnarls Barkley. One enthusiastic fan even asked, “CeeLo! We gonna hear new Gnarls Barkley soon bro? I cannot wait.” This unbroken stream of musical demand is like a shadow that constantly follows Green, reminding him that although he has a great sense of style, his legacy will always be linked to the innovative sound he has created.
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Perhaps it was a Twitter user who made the most accurate and revealing compliment when he said, “You look like you smell expensive.” It is a witty yet insightful comment that’s hard to ignore which can be said to sum up the overall impression one gets from CeeLo Green—a hard to characterize aura of success, sophistication, and a life well-lived, all communicated through a cleverly selected sweater. The post is not merely a display of an outfit; it is a statement of his status as a legendary figure in both beat and fashion. This reminds many of his recent collaboration with Jermaine Dupri on the new Atlanta anthem.
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