1997, Busta Rhymes

In 1997, when Busta Rhymes graced the Video Music Awards, he did so in a way that only Busta Rhymes could. Picture this: the man himself donned a sweeping kimono-style outfit that defied convention. Why, you ask? Well, simply because he’s Busta Rhymes and breaking boundaries is his forte.

The buzz surrounding his 1997 VMA attire still lingers today. With a striking combination of a red maxi shirt, pants, and jacket, he challenged the norms of fashion long before it was deemed trendy or socially acceptable. His bold foray into gender-neutral clothing laid the groundwork for a conversation that would continue to evolve.