A$AP Rocky Debuts AWGE SS26 Show, Highlights Legal Struggles in Paris

A$AP Rocky's second AWGE fashion show, titled 'Obligatory Fashion,' took place in Paris and featured a courtroom-themed runway as a direct reference to his recent legal case. The show was held inside the neo-Gothic Church of the Star, transformed to resemble a courtroom complete with metal detectors, a giant judge's bench, and projections symbolizing American justice and repression. The collection explored themes of societal categorization through clothing, showcasing oversized suits, tailored suits accessorized with court documents, sagging pants, graphic tees with slogans like "NOT GUILTY STOP SNITCHIN," and collaborations with brands such as Puma and Christian Louboutin. The event was marked by a delayed start and challenging conditions, including heat inside the venue and heightened security theatrics. Highlighting a personal moment, Rocky walked the runway carrying his ten-month-old son Riot, who made his runway debut wearing a miniature biker jacket and parachute pants, emphasizing the family's fashion influence. The show attracted many collaborators and VIPs, including Rihanna, who is pregnant with their third child, underscoring the blend of Rocky's personal life and artistic expression.