Is A$AP Rocky’s Style Plus-Size Friendly? Armiel Chandler Tests It

Is A$AP Rocky’s Style Plus-Size Friendly? Armiel Chandler Puts It to the Test

CTRL+C is a Teen Vogue style series where creators reimagine celebrity looks on marginalized bodies. Musician and content creator Armiel Chandler brings A$AP Rocky’s iconic fashion to life—plus-size approved.

A$AP Rocky’s fashion legacy is hard to miss. From the Met Gala red carpet to the streets of Harlem, his eclectic mix of streetwear, high fashion, and gender-defying silhouettes has earned him icon status. But is that signature style accessible for plus-size bodies?

That’s the question Armiel Chandler set out to answer in the latest edition of Teen Vogue’s CTRL+C series, where creators try on the internet’s most buzzed-about celebrity looks—with a body-positive twist.

“I feel like clothing is art,” Chandler tells Teen Vogue. “You should be able to do whatever you want with it—gender, size, none of that should matter.”

Who Is Armiel Chandler?

Born and raised in New York, Chandler is a music artist and style influencer who brings his Harlem-bred confidence into everything he wears. Known for his “aura of Army,” Chandler has cultivated an online community centered around unapologetic self-expression.

For him, A$AP Rocky’s style isn’t just cool—it’s liberating.

“Rocky was one of the first straight men I saw wearing different silhouettes and textures without apology,” Chandler says. “That’s what drew me in. His fashion isn’t about following rules—it’s about breaking them.”

Look 1: “Canal St.”

Chandler’s Take: A street-chic remix on a Rocky staple.

Chandler subbed in oversized Eloquii pants and A$AP’s Puma collab sneakers, layering in a $10 sequined button-down from Torrid to add some Harlem shimmer. The original loafers were swapped for comfort and edge.

Key Pieces:

• Faux Leather Trench Coat – Ashley Stewart, $38

• Sequin Relaxed Button-Down Shirt – Lane Bryant, $15

• A$AP Rocky x Puma Sneakers – $85

• JBW Jet Setter Watch – $895

Look 2: “Fashion Killa” (Met Gala Redux)

Chandler’s Take: A tailored ode to Rocky’s gender-bending Met Gala look—complete with a kilt.

Unable to find the exact blazer, Chandler repurposed a Universal Standard trench and mixed in statement accessories. “When it comes to kilts, Rocky is that guy,” Chandler laughs.

Key Pieces:

• Henning x US Soft Trench Coat – Universal Standard, $228

• Celtic Casual Kilt – USA Kilts, $80

• Distressed Ruby Mini Bag – Homage Year, $275

• Leather Gloves & Skinny Tie – Amazon, under $30

Look 3: “A$AP Forever” (Camo Remix)

Chandler’s Take: Camo meets confidence with a rugged streetwear finish.

As a nod to his nickname “Army,” Chandler embraced head-to-toe camo using Ralph Lauren cargo pants and gear from Army surplus stores. The balaclava came from Amazon, and the classic Timberland “butters” made it undeniably NYC.

Key Pieces:

• Ralph Lauren Camo Cargo Pants

• Army/Navy Surplus Jacket (Up to 6X Available)

• Amazon Knit Balaclava

• Timberland Boots (Constructs)

Style Without Limits

Chandler’s styling proves what many fashion insiders already know: style is about attitude, not size. And A$AP Rocky’s fashion legacy, with its bold textures and silhouettes, offers fertile ground for creative reinterpretation.

“Every outfit had my own ‘Army’ spin,” Chandler says. “That’s what makes it special—it’s A$AP’s look, but through my lens.”

Whether you’re plus-size, petite, or somewhere in between, Chandler’s message is clear: Style is for everybody, and every body.

Stay tuned to The Horizons Times for more culture-shifting stories and trendsetters redefining fashion norms.