To celebrate his first year as Creative Director at Ray-Ban, A$AP Rocky steps out with the Metal Collection, his first all-metal lineup that includes original optical designs and taps none other than Nas to front the campaign. The drop flips classic metal frames with a sharper, more elevated edge and pays homage to cultural touchstones while pointing toward what’s next in eyewear. I never thought I would say this, but these Ray-Bans are pretty stylish, and lowkey could be your everyday pair of frames.
Rocky’s Metal Collection centers on slim, 90s-inspired silhouettes that feel timeless yet modern. The lineup mixes narrow rectangular metal frames and soft oval curves with minimalist rimless options that echo vintage design cues, all rendered in refined metallic finishes. There’s also a standout wraparound silhouette with an unapologetically futuristic bent that’s available only in select stores. Each style comes in both optical and sun lens formats, with classic brown and black shades available online.
The collection is available now on Ray-Ban’s official webstore and at selected retailers, having dropped on February 19, 2026. Prices for the core styles range from roughly $202 to about $249 USD online, with the in-store exclusive wraparound piece priced separately.
The campaign leans into nostalgia without feeling retro for its own sake, channelling the slick, nocturnal energy of the 1998 cult classic “Belly” and inviting Nas’s presence as a cultural bridge. Rocky’s first official optical release for Ray-Ban feels like a thoughtful next step rather than a one-off moment, tying product to storytelling and deepening his creative imprint on the heritage brand.
