Rihanna and A$AP Rocky may be one of the most stylish couples in entertainment, but their latest red carpet outing proves even the most fashionable duos can have a wardrobe mismatch.
The couple showed up at the premiere of The Smurfs Movie in Brussels, Belgium, where Rihanna once again proved why she’s a global fashion icon. Draped in a stunning, ethereal light blue dress, she effortlessly paid homage to the event’s Smurf-inspired theme—dreamy layers, delicate straps, and a glowing presence that embraced her maternity style with poise.
But standing next to her, A$AP Rocky looked like he accidentally wandered in from a sales department conference.
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“Why Is Rocky Dressed Like He Sells Cellphones?”
That was the question fashion critic Derek Guy posed on X (formerly Twitter) as he hilariously called out Rocky’s drab outfit. Wearing a pale pink striped shirt and a blue-and-maroon diagonally striped tie, Rocky’s look felt more “corporate 9-to-5” than red carpet glamour.
“Why is Rocky dressed like he sells cellphones?” Derek wrote, sparking a flurry of reactions.
The internet quickly jumped in.
“He’s dressed like he was forced to go to church,” one person joked.
“She told him to not stunt for a few hours,” another reasoned.
“He’s Ken and she’s clearly Barbie,” someone else chimed in.
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Where Did Rocky Go Wrong?
It wasn’t just that Rocky wore a shirt and tie—many male celebrities wear formal wear to premieres. The real issue was styling cohesion (or the lack of it).
• Color clash: The pale pink stripes on the shirt clashed with the deeper hues of his tie, creating a visual mismatch.
• Pattern chaos: Vertical stripes on the shirt met diagonal stripes on the tie—a combo that pulled the eye in different directions and made the outfit visually exhausting.
• Wrong context: Stripes and full-sized ties scream officewear, not red carpet. His look lacked the creative flair usually expected at high-profile premieres—especially when your partner is literally serving couture-level maternity glamour.
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Rihanna Remains the Blueprint
In contrast, Rihanna was the moment. Her look not only nailed the event’s whimsical theme but also reminded the world why her maternity fashion game is unmatched. The sweetheart neckline, soft textures, and radiant blue hue all tied together in a way that made her the centerpiece—as it should be.
But beside her, Rocky’s outfit fell flat, looking more like a last-minute Zara run than a planned fashion statement.
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Fashion Lesson of the Day
Rocky’s miss serves as a reminder: don’t sleep on color and pattern coordination, especially when standing next to Rihanna. And if you’re hitting the red carpet, leave the “Excel-spreadsheet-core” at home.
