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Mike DeStefano

Mike DeStefano has been a full-time writer at Complex since 2019. He specializes in streetwear, the custom jewelry industry, and sneakers. Aside from fashion, he is also a diehard Philadelphia sports fan.

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Some of the top celebrity jewelers in the world right now include Alex Moss, Gerard Alexander of Saint Jewels, Johnny Dang, and A Jewellers.

The Top 30 Celebrity Jewelers Right Now

From veterans like Johnny Dang to this era's leaders like Alex Moss, these are the individuals making the best custom jewelry right now.

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A History of Pokémon Streetwear Collaborations

From Fragment's Thunderbolt Project to Human Made to G-Shocks, here are some of the best Pokémon streetwear collaborations of all time.

Mike DeStefano1 day ago
Oakley's headquarters is located in Foothill Ranch in the California desert. Complex got a rare inside look at the futuristic facility.

An Inside Look at Oakley's Futuristic HQ

The eyewear juggernaut calls home a California fortress designed with innovation in mind, which is befitting for a company that is always looking forward.

Mike DeStefano2 days ago
Victor Wembanyama, Jalen Brunson, and Luka Doncic are among the 50 best players in the NBA.

The 50 Best NBA Players Right Now

With the 2026-27 NBA season tipping off, the top 50 players in the game are set. Where do Wemby, Brunson, Luka, and LeBron rank?

Mike DeStefano2 days ago
Air Jordan 4 'Black Cat,' Air Jordan 3 'Black Cat'

The Best 'Black Cat' Air Jordans

Air Jordan 3? Air Jordan 4? Air Jordan 13? What's the best 'Black Cat' Air Jordan?

Mike DeStefano2 days ago
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Supreme has a long history of boxing references including a Jake LaMotta tee in 2006, Mike Tyson collection with Martine Rose in 2026, and Sueprman vs. Muahmmad Ali tee in 2000.

Supreme Releasing a Mike Tyson Collection With Martine Rose Actually Makes Perfect Sense

Supreme just revealed its latest Martine Rose collab featuring Mike Tyson. It’s far from the first time that Supreme has channeled boxing for its products.

Mike DeStefano3 days ago
The Playboi Carti outfits of all time include his BAPE look from the 2005 BET Hip Hop Awards, "Evil Jordan" video look, and rocking Raf Simons in 2017.

The 10 Best Playboi Carti Outfits, Ranked

From his early days in rare streetwear to the Opium era, these outfits are the best and most memorable of Carti's career.

Mike DeStefano7 days ago
Nike LeBron 9, Nike Air Zoom Generation, Nike LeBron 10, Nike LeBron 15

Every Nike LeBron Signature Sneaker, Ranked

From the Nike Air Zoom Generation through the just-announced Nike LeBron 24, here's how we ranked them.

Mike DeStefano7 days ago
Mitchell & Ness is known for its throwback jerseys that span across various sports and eras including NBA legends from the '90s and 2000s like Allen Iverson, Dennis Rodman, Steve Nash, Shawn Kemp, Tracy McGrady, Sahreef Abdur-Rahim, and more.

A History of Mitchell & Ness, the King of Throwback Jerseys

From its origins in Philadelphia to its latest collaboration with Playboi Carti, this is how the brand has maintained its status in throwback sports gear.

Mike DeStefano8 days ago
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50 Best Playboi Carti Songs, Ranked

Not only did Playboi Carti take over ComplexCon 2026, but he also just dropped his new Mitchell & Ness collaboration on Complex. So it's the perfect time to rank his 50 best songs.

Mike DeStefano9 days ago
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Collage of rappers performing: Playboi Carti, Drake, Youngboy Never Broke Again and J. Cole, each with unique outfits and dynamic stage presence.

100 Hottest Rappers Right Now [October 2026]

From Drake and his new album 'Iceman' to Rod Wave who just released 'Don't Look Down'—we ranked the hottest rappers right now.

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The Fragment x BRABUS x DAB Motors E-Bike that will be releasing at ComplexCon 2026 in Los Angeles.

Fragment Design, BRABUS, and DAB Are Bringing the Future of the Automotive Industry to ComplexCon

BRABUS CEO Constantin Buschmann, Hiroshi Fujiwara, and DAB Motors founder Simon Dabadie discuss the revolutionary product they are bringing to ComplexCon.

Mike DeStefano15 days ago
VANDYTHEPINK will be debuting a Squishmallows collaboration at ComplexCon 2026.

VandyThePink Turned His Signature Characters Into Squishmallows for ComplexCon 2026

VANDYTHEPINK has been a standout brand at ComplexCon since 2021. The designer discusses his latest collab for ComplexCon's 10th anniversary.

Mike DeStefano15 days ago
Heron Preston is coming to ComplexCon 2026 in Los Angeles to debut a collaboration with Formula E.

Heron Preston Makes His Return to ComplexCon to Debut a New Collab With Formula E

Here's what you need to know about Preston's sustainable automotive collab coming to ComplexCon this weekend.

Mike DeStefano17 days ago
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The globe logo for Wu-Tang Clan's Wu Wear, which is relaunching at ComplexCon 2026.

The Return of Wu Wear: Everything to Know About Wu-Tang Clan's Clothing Brand

Wu Wear is making its official return at ComplexCon 2026. Here is what you need to know about the pioneering rap clothing brand.

Mike DeStefano20 days ago
Some of the most memorable looks in MTV VMAs history include Kanye West, Britney Spears, Pharrell, and NIGO.

The 10 Most Memorable MTV VMAs Looks of All Time

From Kanye West's red "Runaway" suit to Lady Gaga's infamous meat dress, these are the looks that have lived on in MTV VMAs history.

Mike DeStefano20 days ago
Casanova Vintage's rarest items include the Raf Simons "Riot Riot Riot" bomber jacket, a Chanel baseball jersey, and a rare Yohji Yamamoto leather jacket.

The 10 Rarest Fashion Items From the Casanova Vintage Archive: Hermès Birkins to Raf Simons Jackets

Ahead of ComplexCon 2026, we asked one of the best archive fashion stores in the world about the 10 rarest items its had in the shop.

Mike DeStefano27 days ago

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