WCW is often seen as the home of numerous terrible gimmicks, and the terrible ring attires that come as part of the package. As detailed in the 10 Worst Images Changes In WCW History, sometimes this stereotype is entirely justified. The promotion oversaw some of the most ill-advised images in wrestling history, from transforming Brutus 'The Barber' Beefcake into 'The Booty Man' to removing Rey Mysterio's signature mask. However, WCW doesn't always get the credit it deserves. For a time they were the hottest promotion in the wrestling world, a period of success stemming from the birth of the iconic New World Order. The nWo weren't just popular for their heelish antics and big-name members - they also introduced a whole new aesthetic to the industry, one of plain black clothing and gritty, rough-edged ring attire. Tassels, capes and bright colours were out; denim, leather and shades were very much in. Successful WCW image changes aren't limited to the nWo. Many successful wrestlers gained their initial surge of momentum from an intelligent stylistic alteration made while working under Ted Turner and Eric Bischoff. Here are the ten best image changes in the history of WCW, many of which resulted in some of the most beloved figures in the wrestling business.
