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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.

Joined July 2019 | 3466 posts
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Best Streetwear Gifts: Holiday Picks for Every Budget

Best Streetwear Gifts: Holiday Picks for Every Budget

From the perfect winter coat to a standout accessory, these are the gifts that the streetwear lover in your life will appreciate this holiday season.

Mike DeStefano1 day ago
A timeline of Kanye West's fashion shows, from DW in 2011 to Yeezy Season 9 in 2022.

A Complete Timeline of Kanye West's Fashion Shows, From DW to Yeezy Season

Kanye West is hosting his first runway show in four years on Nov. 4 for Yeezy Season 01. Here is a look back at all of the fashion presentations he has had to date.

Mike DeStefano2 days ago
The Roc-A-Fella chain is the most iconic chain in hip-hip history.

A History of the Roc-A-Fella Chain, the Most Iconic Chain in Hip-Hop

The diamond-encrusted logo pendant became one of the most coveted status symbols in hip-hop. Here's why it is so important.

Mike DeStefano2 days ago
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 [November 2026]

From Drake and his latest album 'Iceman' to BigXthaPlug who just released 'Better Over Time'—we ranked the hottest rappers right now.

Mike DeStefano3 days ago
On Feb. 11, 2016, Kanye West’s passions for music and fashion collided inside Madison Square Garden. One decade later, we look back at the Yeezy Season 3/The Life of Pablo event.

“The World Under One Roof”: An Oral History of the Yeezy Season 3 Show

In 2016, Ye’s passions for music and fashion collided inside New York City’s most prestigious venue. A decade later, the ambitious listening party for 'The Life of Pablo' remains one of the defining events of the 2010s.

Mike DeStefano4 days ago
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Ralph Lauren is one of the most important designer of all time. These are 25 things to know about the man, his brand, and its enduring legacy

25 Things to Know About Ralph Lauren, Polo, and the Designer's Legacy

From the Polo Bear to the RRL, these are some important facts about the greatest American clothing brand of all time.

Mike DeStefano8 days ago
Union's Nike Collaborations Ranked From Worst to Best

Union's Nike Collaborations Ranked From Worst to Best

From the Air Jordan 1 High to 'Natural Selection' Dunk Lows, here's our ranking of Union Los Angeles' best Nike and Air Jordan collaborations.

Mike DeStefano9 days ago
Some of the most memorable TRL style moments of the 2000s featured Pharrell, Aaliyah, Jay-Z, Beyonce, and Cam'ron.

20 TRL Outfits From the 2000s That Will Have You Feeling Nostalgic

From 1998 to 2008, a cramped studio above Times Square was the most popular room in America. These outfits represent that time perfectly.

Mike DeStefano11 days ago
Jon Buscemi is a respect veteran with over 20 years of experience in the fashion industry. From the beginnings of his style journey in Uniondale to his latest golf brand Redan, Buscemi talks through his life in fashion.

From Long Island to Redan: Jon Buscemi Details His Lifelong Fashion Journey

From Uniondale skate kid to American luxury sneaker designer to the golf course, Buscemi talks through his 20-plus-year design career.

Mike DeStefano11 days ago
Cardi B as Marge Simpson, The Weeknd as The Nutty Professor, and Rihanna as Gunna as some of the best celebrity Halloween costumes of all time.

The 10 Best Celebrity Halloween Costumes of the Past 10 Years, Ranked

From Rihanna to LeBron James, these are some of the celebrities who have won Halloween in recent years.

Mike DeStefano12 days ago
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The KAWS x MLB collaboration featuring the Yankees and Dodgers is one of the greatest MLB streetwear collabs of all time.

The Greatest MLB Streetwear Collaborations of All Time

With the 2026 World Series set to kick off, we take a look back at some of the great MLB collabs throughout streetwear history.

Mike DeStefano15 days ago
The 25 best dressed athletes right now include Lamine Yamal, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Lewis Hamilton, and Trinity Rodman.

The 25 Best Dressed Athletes Right Now, Ranked

From LeBron James to Trinity Rodman to Lewis Hamilton, here’s Complex’s ranking of the best dressed athletes of the moment.

Mike DeStefano17 days ago
A closer look at the New York Knicks 2026 NBA championship ring.

The Easter Eggs on the New York Knicks Championship Ring

Legendary jeweler and designer of the ring, Jason of Beverly Hills, breaks down the details that make the Knicks ring so special.

Mike DeStefano18 days ago
Some of the most expensive items worn by celebrities include Rihanna's $4 million Met Gala dress, Kylie Jenner's $50 million bra, and Kim Kardashian's $4 million Marilyn Monroe dress.

$50 Million Bras and $4 Million Gowns: Some of the Most Expensive Items Worn By Celebrities

From Kylie Jenner to Rihanna to Pharrell, these celebs have worn pieces that crossed the $1 million mark.

Mike DeStefano18 days ago
The best UGG Collaborations of all time include Jeremy Scott, JW Anderson, Junya Watanabe, Denim Tears, and Palace.

The 10 Best UGG Collaborations of All Time, Ranked

From Palace to Willy Chavarria, these are how some of our favorite brands have reinterpreted the cozy footwear over the years.

Mike DeStefano22 days ago
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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.

Mike DeStefano23 days ago
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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 DeStefano24 days 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 DeStefano25 days ago