A$AP Rocky Wins 2025 CFDA Fashion Icon Award & Honors Rihanna in Heartfelt Speech

By Alexus Mosley

Last night, A$AP Rocky joined fashion’s Hall of Fame.

The Harlem-born rapper and style visionary was honored with the 2025 CFDA Fashion Icon Award, cementing his place in the history of American fashion and joining the likes of Zendaya, Beyoncé, Pharrell Williams, Naomi Campbell, and, of course, his partner Rihanna, who won the award in 2014.

During his acceptance speech, Rocky delivered a message that instantly sent fashion and fandom circles into a collective swoon. “Babygirl, I love you, boo. You won this so long ago. Remember, I told you, I said, ‘you inspire me. I’m gonna win that one day.’ And look! We did it, baby!”

It was a true testament to creative partnership, admiration, and two artists who have reshaped modern style as a duo and as individuals.

Naturally, the fits didn’t disappoint. A$AP Rocky wore a bold and historically rich look from Chanel, and Rihanna wore a sleek and sculpturally powerful design from Alaïa.

Take a look at Rihanna’s 2 unforgettable 2014 CFDA Awards Look