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He Wasn’t a Fan of His Sparkling Jumpsuits

A lot can be said about Elvis’ bejeweled jumpsuits. They’re tacky, seductive, and all too gaudy. And when he performed on stage with them in the ‘70s, it pretty much tarnished his reputation. But one thing is for sure – those jumpsuits are iconic.

Elvis Presley performing with a white rhinestone-studded suit / A woman adjusting a black rhinestone-studded suit which was worn by Presley

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Surprisingly, Elvis didn’t like them at all. He preferred regular, conservative clothing to those flashy outfits. So why wear them? When he prepared for his comeback in the ‘70s, his managers suggested he flaunt a whole new look, and for some reason, they thought jewel-studded suits would do the trick.

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