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Lil Wayne launching fashion collection for skaters
Written by . Published: December 13 2011
Hip-hop superstar Lil Wayne is branching out into the fashion industry with a clothing line inspired by his love of skateboarding.
The Lollipop hitmaker has been working on Trukfit, a unique collection featuring bold graphics and quality fabrics all based on the rapper's own style.
He will debut Trukfit at the upcoming Agenda Show, a trade event
for streetwear and action sports, which is set to take place in New
York on 23 and 24 January (12).
Wayne joins a long list of fellow rappers-turned-designers,
including Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Jay-Z, Nelly and Kanye West.