Mike DeStefano

United States

Senior Staff Writer at Complex

Staff Writer, @ComplexStyle.

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Articles

8 Streetwear Brands You Can Buy On Complex Shop

3 days ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano

From old school to new wave, these are the streetwear brands keeping the culture alive and evolving. April 21, 2025The term “streetwear” is defined in many different ways. To some, it may just mean graphic T-shirts and hoodies. Others have broadened the scope of the term to include other staples such as leather jackets or rugby sweaters. Admittedly, with the lines between streetwear, luxury, and sportswear blurred so much more than ever, it can be hard to pin down exactly how to explain it.
The 25 Best Wrestling Tees of All Time, According to Supl...

1 week ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano

Have you heard? Professional wrestling is scorching hot again. The WWE has reached a level of mainstream popularity that hasn’t been seen since the Monday Night Wars with WCW from 1995 to 2001. This is the era when stars like Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, and Goldberg became household names. Nowadays, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and Rhea Ripley are the ones selling out arenas full of screaming supporters each and every night.
Our Obsessions of the Week: KidSuper x Bape, Bad Bunny, L...

1 week ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano

These are our favorite style releases of the week, and when, where, and how you can get them. April 11, 2025Scouring the internet to decide what to add to your spring wardrobe? Prepping your outfits for music festival season? Or maybe you’re already content with your closet and looking for some new furniture, or the perfect coat to stash until next year? No matter what you’re searching for this week, there are exciting releases to look forward to.
Alex Moss's Craziest Custom Jewelry for Drake, ASAP Rocky...

2 weeks ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano

We visited the jeweler’s office in New York City to get the stories behind some of his most iconic pieces for Drake, ASAP Rocky, Playboi Carti, and more. April 4, 2025Alex Moss is the best jeweler in the game right now. Since he founded his namesake business in 2020, Moss has racked up a who’s who of clients from Drake to Tyler, the Creator with his creative approach to custom jewelry that’s included everything from diamond-encrusted action figures to iced-out grenade clocks.
The Best Celebrity Jewelers Ranking: Alex Moss, Eliantte,...

2 weeks ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano

A ranking of the top 25 celebrity jewelers right now featuring Alex Moss, Eliantte, Gabby Elan, and more.
Off-White SoHo Store Closes After 8 Years

3 weeks ago | complex.com | Trace William Cowen |Mike DeStefano

Off-White’s EM PTY GALLERY has closed its doors. Virgil Abloh first opened his SoHo store in 2017 as a conceptual platform that merged art, experience, and retail into a single physical space. It was Off-White’s first brick-and-mortar in the US and its 12th store worldwide. “I’m a curator alongside whoever I partner with to showcase art,” Abloh said of the New York City location, per Surface in 2017. “The clothing is brought in after as a response to the art. There are no [permanent] fixtures.
LeBron James on The Shop Men's Grooming Line - Complex Sh...

3 weeks ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano

The NBA legend discusses the importance of grooming and his favorite items from his skincare line, The Shop, which is now available on Complex Shop. April 1, 2025LeBron James is still dominating on the NBA court and may very well be on his way to a fifth championship this season. Off the court, LeBron has continued to expand his impressive business portfolio. One the latest endeavors from the NBA legend is a men's grooming line, The Shop. The Shop officially launched in April 2024.
Celebrity Jewelry Purchases: Playboi Carti, Kai Cenat & M...

3 weeks ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano

Playboi Carti, Kai Cenat, and more were amongst the celebrities debuting new jewelry in March 2025. Whose was the best? March 31, 2025Many of us across the country are praying for warmer weather, but these celebrities couldn’t get enough ice last month. We saw some of the best jewelers in the game create pieces that commemorated trips to new continents, highly-anticipated albums, lifestyle brands, iconic cartoons, and even former US Presidents.
Buying Your First Rolex

3 weeks ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano

From the proper budget for a Dayjust to the importance of a box and papers, this is what you need to know if you’re in the market for a luxury timepiece. March 31, 2025So, you want to buy a Rolex? Getting put on a waitlist for who knows how long and shelling out a five-figure retail price for a brand new Rolex isn’t in the cards for everyone. But fear not. That isn’t the only way you can acquire a timeless timepiece—there’s the aftermarket.
Mary J. Blige on Being an Ex-People Pleaser

3 weeks ago | complex.com | Mike DeStefano |Trey Alston |Brad Callas

Mary J. Blige is no longer bending over backward for people, she said in a declaration posted to X on Thursday. “Unfortunately, a lot of y'all met me when I lacked boundaries and was a people pleaser,” the singer wrote. “Let me reintroduce myself, I burn bridges as needed.”It's unclear what prompted the "Family Affair" vocalist's pointed message, but fans weren't buying it.