Year in Style: A$AP Rocky

A$AP Rocky's highly-anticipated debut album, Long.Live.A$AP, finally hits stores next week (Jan. 15), a great way to cap off what's been a big year for the Harlem rapper. In the last 12 months, he sold out a national tour even without a proper album, kicked off the MTV Video Music Awards with Rihanna, and dropped a few more smash hits like "Fuckin' Problem."

While, many of you might have already heard the album, thanks to the Internet, a celebration is still in order. And what better way to salute Pretty Flacko than to take a look back at some of his best style moments from the past 365? He helped usher in the "street goth" look, made thoseSSUR Comme des Fuckdown beanies popular, and introduced Alexander Wang and Ann Demeulemeester to hip-hop. Dat Pretty Motherfucker has a unique sense of style and, not to mention, is always on some #veryrare shit—impressive for someone who doesn't have a stylist. So click through for A$AP Rocky's Year in Style.

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Where: Very.com U.S. launch party at Soho House in New York City

When: December 13, 2011

Complex says: At the end of 2011, some of the biggest names in hip-hop rocked the almighty 3.1 Phillip Lim Braided Leather Motorcycle Jacket. It was only right that A$AP Rocky was one of them.

Where: "Wassup" video

When: January 2012

Complex says: There was a lot going on in this video: A bath tub full of money, bottles of 40's, chicks making out, and of course tons of designer threads. We saw everything from Y-3, Christian Louboutin, to Raf Simons.

Where: BET 106 & Park

When: February 1, 2012

Complex says: Pretty Flacko stopped by 106 & Park for his first appearance on the show and rocked a Givenchy Roittweiler Print Shirt and a luxe Balmain Fur Raccoon Blouson. Rich. As they say, "First impressions are everything."

Where: Complex

When: February/March 2012 issue

Complex says: The rapper is a huge fan of designer Jeremy Scott, so it was only right that the two covered our February/March 2012 issue.

Where: Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival

When: April 14, 2012

Complex says: The first sighting of the rapper wearing Hood by Air. Rocky always schooling people on new brands.

Where: BET 106 & Park

When: May 8, 2012

Complex says: When he's not rocking Raf Simons or Rick Owens sneakers, he'll throw on a nice pair of Jeremy Scotts. The bright color adds a nice touch to his black and grey look.

Where: On the set of "Goldie" video

When: May 2012

Complex says: The video for "Goldie" may be remebered for all the Alexander Wang garments he wore but let's not forget, there was also this dope Bape 1st Camo Gortex Snowboard Jacket.

Where: On the set of "Street Knock" video shoot

When: May 2012

Complex says: Another Jeremy Scott sighting. This time, he wore the skull sweater from the Fall/Winter 2012 collection before it was even out. Must be nice to be friends with Scott himself.

Where: On the set of EA Sports Commercial

When: May 2012

Complex says: Rocky puts his best foot forward while on camera.

Where: 2012 BET Awards Nominations press conference

When: May 23, 2012

Complex says: The bandana print was huge at the time. Of course, Harlem's own was on-trend in this dope Maison Martin Margiela shirt.

Where: Hot 97 Summer Jam

When: June 4, 2012

Complex says: Killing it in the Bape jacket and Black Scale tank top!

Where: Samsung Galaxy III launch

When: June 20, 2012

Complex says: We'll file this under "looks only A$AP Rocky can pull off."

Where: BET 106 & Park

When: June 28, 2012

Complex says: Can't go wrong with a pair of Timbs.

Where: 2012 BET Awards

When: July 1, 2012

Complex says: Let it be known that A$AP Rocky can also dress up when the occasion calls for it. The Hermès belt is to let you know he's on that next level shit.

Where: Pitchfork Music Festival

When: July 13, 2012

Complex says: A$AP Rocky and RSVP Gallery collaborated on a collection this past summer. Looking fresh as usual, DAT PMF wore the snapback and Drip Jacket from the line, along with the ever-popular Givenchy Birds of Paradise tee on stage.

Where: In the studio via A$AP Rocky Instagram

When: August 1, 2012

Complex says: Givenchy and Balenciaga IN THE STUDIO? No days off.

Where: Osheaga Arts and Music Festival in Montreal

When: August 4, 2012

Complex says: He's also a big fan of Supreme. Peep the Supreme x Campbell's Soup T-shirt and towel.

Where: Way Out West in Gothenburg, Sweden

When: August 11, 2012

Complex says: Tupac continues to influence the way people dress—we've seen plenty of celebrities rock his signature bandana. Here's A$AP Rocky taking cues from the legendary rapper as well.

Where: 2012 Boost Mobile & Guerilla Union Rock the Bells Music Festival

When: August 25, 2012

Complex says: "N***as got rips in they jeans, man I started that."

Where: Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

When: August 21, 2012

Complex says: Balmain jeans? Nah, Balmain sweats for that real cozy boy look.

Where: 2012 MTV Video Music Awards

When: September 6, 2012

Complex says: Trill outfit? Check. Rita Ora by your side? Check.

Where: 2012 MTV Video Music Awards

When: September 6, 2012

Complex says: A$AP Rocky kicked off the 2012 MTV VMAs with Rihanna. If you watched the show, you would've noticed two things: The famous ass-grab and Pretty Flacko's dope Denis Gagnon leather shirt, albeit maybe one more than the other.

Where: Alexander Wang Spring/Summer 2013 runway show

When: September 8, 2012

Complex says: Let's be honest, hip-hop hadn't heard of Alexander Wang before A$AP Rocky put it on the map. The rapper's a big fan of the designer and his eponymous brand, and has been spotted wearing pieces from the line. Even with all the Wang garments in the "Goldie" video, this one goes down as one of the best because this shirt isn't even out yet #veryrare.

Where: Y-3 10th Anniversary Collection at St. John's Center in New York City

When: September 9, 2012

Complex says: Fashion killa.

Where: A$AP Rocky Instagram

When: September 2012

Complex says: Who didn't wear a shirt tied around his waist this year? A$AP Rocky, along with Kanye West, Pharrell, and Wiz Khalifa, helped bring back the 90s trend.

Where: Roseland Ballroom in New York City

When: September 27, 2012

Complex says: This here is Givenchy, $6,760 leather crewnecks homie.

Where: A$AP Rocky Instagram

Where: September 29, 2012

Complex says: The Alexander Wang leather sleeve denim jacket goes hard.

Where: A$AP Rocky, Schoolboy Q, and Danny Brown show at Congress Theatre

When: October 11, 2012

Complex says: Hate all you want, but there's a lot to be said about taking risks.

Where: New York City

When: October 21, 2012

Complex says: "I be that fly young fella..."

Where: A$AP Rocky Instagram

When: October 26, 2012

Complex says: Here's what he's probably saying, "Oh, you're still on your Givenchy Rottweiler Tee?"

Where: longliveasap tour

When: October 26, 2012

Complex says: Rocky's always said that he wears whatever he wants, and it shows. He isn't afraid to take risks, and we salute him for that.

Are those shorts over tights?

Where: Complex cover

When: December/January 2013 issue

Complex says: This one's easy: Check the credits (Alexander Wang, En Noir, Black Scale...)

Where: BET 106 & Park

When: December 3, 2012

Complex says: He killed it with this look. And before you say anything, let's get one thing straight: A$AP Rocky did not wear a dress; it was a long shirt by Ann Demeulemeester.

Where: "Fucking Problem" video

When: December 2012

Complex says: Rag & Bone? Ksubi? Ann Demeulemeester? En Noir? Alexander Wang? The gear in Rocky's videos never disappoint.

Where: "Long Live A$AP" video

When: December 23, 2012

Complex says: See what we mean? In his latest video, he wore Hood by Air and Rick Owens. Not to mention, he was right on trend with the kilt.

Where: BET "106 & Party"

When: December 31, 2012

Complex says: What are your chances of out-dressing him in 2013? Slim to none.