A$AP Rocky Debut In Milan Marks New Era For Ray-Ban; Saint Laurent
Fresh from his legal victory,A$AP RockytookMilan Fashion Weekby storm asRay-Ban'snewly appointed creative director. The fashion-forward rapper made his entrance at an exclusive Milan trattoria on Thursday evening with unmistakable confidence, hisSaint Laurentoutfit perfectly capturing the sophisticated "Rat Pack" aesthetic he now embraces. As camera flashes illuminated the night, Rocky moved through the crowd with the easy assurance of someone stepping confidently into a new chapter.
Dressed in meticulousSaint Laurentby Anthony Vaccarello, Rocky wore a vintage lambskin bomber jacket over a wool chiné jacket and crisp poplin cotton shirt, complemented by a wide striped silk tie. His pleated woolchinépants and leatherWesh bootscompleted the sophisticated ensemble, while his signature black shades—described as "Wayfarers on steroids" in hisGQ interview—added the perfect finishing touch for the newRay-Bancreative director.
The dinner, hosted byRay-Banin honor of Rocky’s new creative directorship, was a celebration of both his professional and personal milestones. Attended by fashion luminaries such asEdward Enninful,Anna Dello Russo,Charlie D'Amelio, and rising stars likeIce SpiceandRomeo Beckham, the event marked a celebratory moment in the rapper’s life following hisrecent acquittalon firearm charges after a month-long trial.
"I feel blessed. I feel so lucky to even be here talking to you in Milan at a launch for my Ray-Ban creative directorship," Rocky shared in anexclusive interviewwithGQ. "Feeling like there was a chance that your freedom would be taken away from you, and then like a week later to be launching your creative direction announcement in Milan, Italy."
Rocky’s appointment heralds a new era for the legendary eyewear brand, with his forward-thinking vision already apparent in groundbreaking designs like futuristic wraparound frames crafted from color-changing materials and experimental layered tones.
More than a professional milestone, the evening also signaled Rocky’s reemergence in the fashion world, a sphere he has long influenced. Over glasses of red wine, he casually revealed that his long-awaited fourth album,Don’t Be Dumb, is finally complete, and fans can expect its release soon.
As Rocky prepares to co-host theupcoming Met Gala, themed around dandyism, hisSaint Laurentlook in Milan offers a glimpse into the refined evolution of his personal style—a perfect match for his new role atRay-Banand his continued influence in the dynamic world where music meets high fashion.