A$AP Rocky Re-opens the Archive for the PUMA Suede ’94 Revival


A$AP Rocky and PUMA are joining forces for something special! The American rapper, producer, actor, and of course, husband of Rihanna, has chosen none other than the PUMA Suede model for his collaboration, bringing back its special shape from 1994.

Here is what you need to know.

Why the PUMA Suede '94 is a big deal

When it comes to undisputed streetwear royalty, the PUMA Suede sits comfortably near the top of the ladder. From the Olympic podium in ’68 to the feet of New York’s legendary B-boys, the classic silhouette has done it all. But for true archive purists, there is one particular year that has always held certified grail status: 1994.

Now, PUMA’s Creative Director, A$AP Rocky, is bringing that exact vintage magic back to life.

A$AP Rocky gravitated toward the '94 Suede for good reason. It wasn't just that it looked right. It was that the shoe was born from a moment that shaped him. New York in 1994 sat at the apex of hip-hop's Golden Era, the birth of modern streetwear, and a gritty downtown skate scene all colliding at once. The '94 Suede didn't just exist alongside those movements. It was part of the outfit.

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A Closer Look at the A$AP Rocky x PUMA Suede ‘94…

Instead of completely redesigning the shoe, Rocky has opted for a faithful, stitch-for-stitch reissue of the coveted 1994 iteration. If you’re wondering why the ’94 is such a big deal, it all comes down to the finer details. This specific version boasts a longer toe box, a heavily padded raw-edge tongue, and slimmer tooling that screams '90s nostalgia.

Most importantly, it is the only Suede in history to feature the full retro PUMA text logo printed directly onto the quarter panel.

The connection to 1994 runs deep for the Harlem rapper, who remembers his mom buying him his very first pair during that exact golden era of hip-hop, skate culture, and street fashion. Rather than messing with perfection, Rocky has left the timeless black-and-white upper intact, adding just a few bespoke upgrades like a premium gold PUMA lace keeper and custom dual-branded packaging.

How about the Drop Date?

The A$AP Rocky x PUMA Suede ’94 is set to drop globally on July 16th via PUMA and select retailers. Stay locked to our release calendar via the button below for your best chance to cop.

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