The Stylish Insider

Canadian photographer, skateboarder, and web developer  Artur Sousa has debuted the Motion: Photo Book, a limited edition collection of his movement-inspired photography. The 44-page book captures the energy and emotion of various forms of motion, from the excitement of sports to the joy of travel. Each full-color image invites readers to experience the beauty of life in motion. The Motion: Photo Book is now available for pre-order via  Artur Sousa's webstore for $16 CAD, with shipments expected to begin in mid to late November.

We had the privilege of interviewing the brilliant Jared Morningstar , an esteemed author and teacher based in Michigan, in our recent Sneakerhead Spotlight feature. During our conversation, he graciously shared an exclusive excerpt from his critically acclaimed book of poetry, "Lost In America," which is now available on Amazon . The poem he unveiled, titled "All-White Air Force 1s," serves as a heartfelt ode to the legendary Nike sneaker. Time to get some mud  on those crispy white kicks; the ones that you stalked the Twitter bots for and still ended up paying more than retail. They look better on feet than they ever will on a shelf along with other  forgotten trinkets in red boxes.   Take some time to love them before they’re discolored by age. At least you’ll always remember that puddle you’ll jump in that will remind you of the innocent days before you started school, and the orange pop that woman with whom you’ll fall in love will spill on them,  leading to ...

Renowned footwear collector and reseller Larry Deadstock has teamed up with esteemed streetwear journalist François Chevalier to unveil a captivating new book, titled "1,000 DEADSTOCK SNEAKERS," which delves into the origins, histories, and remarkable stories behind some of the most sought-after limited-edition sneaker releases. The term "deadstock" refers to authentic, unworn sneakers that were produced in limited quantities or are no longer in production. These exclusive sneakers have not only become highly desirable but have also attained extraordinary value in the market. Within the pages of this book, readers will discover a curated selection of iconic sneakers, including the very first Air Jordan's, groundbreaking designs by visionary creators like Virgil Abloh, and a myriad of basketball player collaborations featuring LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Michael Jordan. Larry Deadstock and François Chevalier delve into the rich historical significance of re...

Louis Vuitton and Yayoi Kusama have collaborated on a new fashion book by Rizzoli called "Creating Infinity." The book explores the making of Kusama's fashion collection and its painterly themes, with contributions from industry experts. It begins with an introduction by Kusama and covers her decades-spanning influence. Contributors include Marc Jacobs, Jo-Ann Furniss, Mika Yoshitake, Philip Larratt-Smith, and Hans Ulrich Obrist. The book also features reflections from contemporary artists and musicians who praise Kusama's pop-cultural impact. "Creating Infinity" launches online and in stores on September 29, priced at €350 EUR and presented in a circular box.