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Drake doesn’t just like sweaters; Dude loves sweaters. Next to 10 jet lavender spraying showers and Aaliyah, Drizzy has an appreciation for excellent knits. Maybe it has to do with growing up in the colder climates of Canada, but he has admitted to having over 1,000 sweaters at one point. Asked once what his top three knits were and he narrowed it down to his OVO Owl, Hermes, and Missoni—with whom he’s down to do a collection with if they hollered at him.
While it’s merely impossible to showcase his Bill Cosby-level 1,000 sweater game, we gathered some of the ones worth looking at. And to all the sweater haters out there he has one message: “Fuck you, if you don't like my sweater!” From crewnecks to hoodies to cardigans, this is A History of Drake's Best Sweaters.
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Red Carpet Heartbreaker
When: June 2009
Where: BET Awards
Comme des Garcons became an obvious favorite of Drizzy's, maybe because it allowed him to wear his heart on his sleeve?
Down With the Polo Bear
When: July 2009
Where: Unknown
Drake's a low-key 'Lo-Life? Put those two phones down and throw up two Ls!
Shawl 'til You Fall
When: July 2009
Where: "Best I Ever Had" video
Not sure if Drake was talking about a certain lady friend of his or this clean shawl cardigan in "Best I Ever Had."
Opulence in Sweater Form
When: November 2009
Where: "A Conversation With Drake" in Nashville
Somehow, the conversation didn't center around this knit the whole time. How the luscious, textured sweater didn't steal the spotlight is beyond us.
In the Army Now
When: June 2010
Where: Washington D.C.
Military-inspired 'fits are always a good look, and Drake doubled up on the army gear with this one while in the nation's capital.
Arriving in SoHo House
When: June 2010
Where: SoHo House, NYC
We'll look past those ill-fitting jeans, only because that shawl collar cardigan is so buttery. Even if you're not a fan of chunkiness, just remember that, "winter is coming."
McQueen on Kimmel
When: June 2010
Where: Jimmy Kimmel Live! appearance
Drake's sweater game can go high or low, and he definitely brought fire to his Jimmy Kimmel Live! appearance with this Alexander McQueen fairisle and skulls cardigan.
Keep it Streetwear
When: September 2010
Where: "Miss Me" video
In case you doubted Drake's streetwear fandom, this Crooks & Castles sweater made a front-and-center cameo in Drizzy's video.
Charlie Brown Inspiration
When: September 2010
Where: "The Usual" video
It's a tough life, Drizzy Brown. That is, until you become one of the hottest rappers out there and your sweaters become the stuff of legend.
2 Hoodz
When: February 2011
Where: NBA All-Star Weekend
Not one known for super huge style risks, Drake attempted the very rare, very dangerous move of double hoodies. We'll applaud the cajones it took to try this out.
Drake's Sweater the Best!
When: February 2011
Where: Unknown studio
DJ Khaled is the reigning champ of cozy boi gear, but Drake's striped, mult-pocketed knit definitely out-sweatered Khaled's YMCMB hoodie. Game: Henleys.
Arriving at airport
When: June 2011
Where: Unknown airport
This outfit may be nothing but capital letters, but whether you're flying coach or in a PJ, a heavy hoodie is a must.
Sweaters vs Skins
When: June 2011
Where: BET Awards
In heavy contrast to Wayne's shirtlessness, Drake rocked one of his top three favorite sweaters.
Cable-Knit 'Fit
When: August 2011
Where: BMI Urban Awards
A plush sweater is an essential to any stylish guy's wardrobe, and Drake broke out a cable-knit fuschia piece at the height of his sweater days.
2011 MTV VMA's
When: August 2011
Where: MTV VMAs
It might be hot under the spotlight, but Drake kept his cool even while wearing a fire cardigan.
Cosby Collection
When: October 2011
Where: "Headlines" video
The "Headlines" video is probably the best-known appearance of Drake's Bill Cosby sweater, and it's a piece that dominates this luxurious 'fit.
Coogi Twinsies
When: October 2011
Where: Saturday Night Live skit
This is a sweater that's become emblematic of the rapper, and the fact that he isn't afraid to poke fun at himself makes us love it even more.
Stay in School
When: October 2011
Where: Hot 97 studio, NYC
Like any hometown favorite, Drake constantly shows love to his roots. Chances are the University of Toronto's campus store was mobbed after this photo came out.
Airborn Cozy Bois
When: April 2012
Where: Unknown airport
People may lament the "golden days of flying," when men and women dressed up for their journeys. But hoodies, light denim, and sneakers get our co-sign on travel essentials.
Quincy Definitely Approves
When: January 2012
Where: Sundance Music Festival
Drake busted out this mountain-appropriate fleece in Sundance, Utah, which definitely got the blessings of Q.
Internationally Supreme
When: April 2012
Where: London
Just because he can flex in sweaters with four digit price tags doesn't mean Drake doesn't love a solid streetwear hoodie.
Schooling the Youth
When: December 2012
Where: Performing "Right Here" live with Justin Beiber
The red and black colorscheme is a favorite of Drizzy's, as are cable-knit pieces that keep him extra cozy.
Still Upping His Sweater Game
When: July 2013
Where: Unknown studio
If you thought 2013 was the year Drake had moved on from the knitwear, think again.
Love of (Another) Country
When: July 2013
Where: Backstage at Justin Bieber concert
When he's not putting on for his Canadian hometown, Drake broke out this Dream Team sweatsuit, as he assembled a dream team of his own, kinda.
Smoking Sweater
When: August 2013
Where: Unknown studio
If you're ever in need of a solid kit this fall, follow Drake's simple recipe: Grey hoodie, camo pants, and snapback will work every time. Just don't expect to get pieces from Rich Gang before the label even launches.