How No Limit Records Predicted All of Today's Style Trends

They were 'bout it 'bout it before all of us.

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Percy Miller started No Limit Records in 1990. By 1995, Master P and his crew were releasing gold and platinum selling albums almost weekly from members like Snoop Dogg, Silkk the Shocker, C-Murder, Mystical, and Master P himself. The crew seemed unstoppable, but after dropping 51 albums in 15 years, the label filed for bankrupty after 15 years of dominating the game.

However, the legacy they left didn't just extend into the music. Turns out the styles Master P and the No Limit crew were rocking back in the day are suspiciously similar to what the #menswear crowd and streetwear heads are wearing today. Coincidence? We think not. Here's a tongue-in-cheek look at How No Limit Records Predicted All of Today's Style Trends.

Head-to-Toe Camo

Master P gives no fucks. He's got the latest version of the hottest cellphone on the market (Is he texting? Is it possible to text on that?), a relaxing cigar, and his full body camo outfit. This is how a boss sits. Important to note: this outfit is head to toe camo AND leather.

Jerseys Over Hoodies

This combo might just be making its way back to the streets, but No Limit was rocking this look before you were born. The only reason they weren't wearing hockey jerseys, though, is that New Orleans doesn't have a team. Can't be mad at repping the Saints, though.

Bucket Hats

For the most stylish streetwear heads, bucket hats are the headwear of choice. You ain't with it these days if you don't have at least one in the rotation. Along with their go-to bowlers, the No Limits crew rocked bucket hats everywhere. And even though they were doing it before the likes of Schoolboy Q and A$AP Ferg, No Limit kept it next level with leather bucket hats.

The American Flag as Backdrop

Yeah, it was cool when A$AP Rocky posed in front of the American flag for Live.Love.A$AP and then wrapped himself up in one for Long.Live.A$AP, but if we're going to start calling Rocky a fashion leader then we must be honest with ourselves. Master P did it first and predicted exactly what would come just over 10 years later. You wanna show your love for country and provide the dopest backdrop to your 'fit? Just unfurl Old Glory.

Futuristic Tunics

Tru wore futuristic tunics as they attempted to save the world from robots in the "Hoody Hoo" video. Style.com just named tunics in their menswear spring 2014 trend report. You still doubting that No Limit was ahead of the curve?

All Leather Everything

People may be a little leather weary, but it's still good to recognize that No Limit was already rocking all-animal-everything back in their 1999 video for "Hoody Hoo." What would Kanye say about the invention of leather jogging pants now? We'll request Master P's input as well.

Tanks Over Suit Pants

A close cousin to the T-shirt under blazer look, the tank and suit pants outfit is so risky and so high fashion at the same time that very few can rock it confidently. Master P took the risks that any innovator must undergo in order to change perceptions and beliefs on what's acceptable. This is more of a male model look, but props to anyone who can pull off the "Tony Soprano after a long day at work" look.

All-Over Text Print

All-over text prints are having a moment now, but please believe that Master P was at the forefront of this look when it rose up in the early '00s. While streetwear heads were rocking it daily by 2006 or so, Master P was a key player in making this shit happen. Too bad No Limits Clothing never took off.

Having a Cohesively Stylish Crew

These days, it's not enough for a superstar to look dope. He needs a stylish crew behind him that both complements his individual style and pushes a cohesive look that elevates their steez over others. The A$AP Mob, G.O.O.D. Music, and others all took cues from No Limit Records, who defined what it meant to dress like a unit.

Military Inspired Gear

We all know about No Limit's gold tank, but le's not forget the rest of the group's military inspired gear. Mac's army jacket ever so slightly transforms into a grenade, an effect many designers are still working to achieve today. Extra points to the dude on the left of the Shell Shocked cover, who looks like he's wearing a Comme des Fuckdown beanie. Very ahead of his time.

Oversized Custom Basketball Jerseys

The "Make Em Say Ugh" video was incredible. Everyone balled out on a shiny basketball court, Shaq had a cameo, and most importantly everyone was wearing custom made No Limit jerseys. In some crowds these are more valuable than custom-made cars. Drop us a line if you know where to cop one.

Balaclavas

It started with the three masked skeletons on TRU's Tru 2 Da Game, and now Harry Syles and Cara Delevigne pose backstage with balaclavas, and Kanye West has an entire section of his closet devoted to couture masks and balaclavas.

Three Piece Suits and Bowler Hats

It's Snoop's world and we're all just living in it. After seeing this album cover, it's obvious that Jay Z and Justin Timberlake were late to the game rapping about suits and ties. Also, the bowler hat is the black tie version of a bucket hat.

All-Over Print Button Downs

You really thought Tyler the Creator and Mac Miller made these shirts a hot? Ha! Look at Master P and Lil Romeo as they gaze at the camera with emotion-filled eyes. You know what they're thinking? "We look so dope in these matching, crazy shirts. No Limit, baby!"

Shadowy Sportswear

All-black-everything has and always will be a standard stylish look, but that doesn't mean it's effortlessly executed. Master P provided a free tutorial that anyone can follow, including Alexander Wang and other designers who are caking off the shadowy sportswear look of the moment. No way this look doesn't inspire just about every guy who gets dressed today, even if it's unconscious.