The Stylish Insider

GALLERY DEPT. is bringing its signature distressed aesthetic to  Vans  once again, this time with a fresh take on the OTW by Vans Authentic 44 sneaker. Dropping later this month, the new collaboration features an off-white canvas upper splattered with multicolor paint, reminiscent of the brand's hand-painted ASICS GT-2160 . The sneaker features red " Art That Kills " branding on the distressed midsole as a nod to founder Josué Thomas ' creative agency. Black GALLERY DEPT. logos appear on the insoles, while a yellow GALLERY DEPT. tag accents the canvas upper. Each pair features hand-painted paint drips on the toe and grease marks that add character to the vamp and sidewalls. A blue foxing stripe completes the vintage-inspired look. GALLERY DEPT. founder Josué Thomas shares, "The serial reproduction is a new approach for me, but at its core, it's still the same idea—art that moves, transforms, and when worn, becomes part of the wearer's story." ...

As Nike breathes new life into its Air Max TL 2.5 , another classic variant from its archives is set to make a return. Channeling a nostalgic look from the late '90s and early 2000s, the new release is especially appealing to Michigan Wolverines fans as it features the team's signature colors of "Varsity Maize" and "Midnight Navy". The sneaker features a white mesh upper with an almost split-tone design, complemented by synthetic overlays in "Wolf Gray" and "Midnight Navy". The Swoosh logos stand out in "Varsity Maize" yellow, matching the subtle accents on the outsole. The Nike Air Max TL 2.5 "Michigan" sneaker is slated to drop in the coming months via Nike for $180 USD.

Northern California streetwear brand Pie-Rx Clothing  has debuted their "P Tech" fleece sweatsuit. The limited edition sweatsuit from the A-Wax -led brand is available in yellow and gray colorways. Made from premium fleece, the zippered jacket includes a hood and features Pie-Rx 's distinctive "P" logo on both the left chest and left pant leg. The Pie-Rx "P Tech" fleece sweatsuit is available now exclusively via Pie-Rx Clothing's online store for $202 USD.

Hempstead, New York rapper S-Quire  recently dropped the Picture Perfect -directed visuals for “Doin That” from his 2024 Past N Present album. The video has sparked controversy due to the appearance of NYPD Detective Melissa Mercado . In the now-viral video, Mercado is featured in a provocative setting at an NYC strip club. She starts off dancing on a stripper pole while wearing a g-string and bra, then can be seen twerking and giving S-Quire a lap dance before lounging on a bed.

Flatline Forreal unveils the Ammo Filmz TV -directed music video for his new single “ Count Again ”. The video begins with Flatline Forreal at work after a long night in the studio. His boss is being disrespectful and hassling him, so Flatline quits and calls his friend Bmore Blizz to hit the streets and hustle. Next, we see Flatline on the block and in the studio, rapping about feeling unappreciated and overlooked. The Baltimore-bred rapper shares his desire to make his haters “Count Again” and how he's kept grinding despite the challenges, all set to a beat produced by Pache Beatzz . Enjoy!

Matty Boy has debuted the Noble Cinema -directed music video for his new A-Wax -assisted single “ John Stockton ”. The video takes place on a basketball court, where Matty Boy and A-Wax rap over the Vidal Garcia -produced beat while surrounded by a Porsche, Harley-Davidson motorcycles, friends, and models. The visuals perfectly match the dark and gritty vibe of the track, which honors the retired basketball legend John Stockton. Enjoy!

Contra Costa County, California rapper Matty Boy quickly follows up on his recent music video for “Ooooo Awwwww” with a new single titled “John Stockton” featuring A-Wax . Produced by Vidal Garcia , the track pays tribute to the legendary basketball player. Look for the Noble Cinema -directed music video for “John Stockton” to drop later today at 4:17pm PST. Enjoy!

WNBA superstar A'ja Wilson is set to launch her debut signature shoe the Nike A'One in a bright " Pink A'ura " colorway this May. Nike has further teased the collection with a new "Black/Hyper Pink" version. The upcoming "Black/Hyper Pink" iteration features a striking hot pink upper and midsole, complemented by black accents on the Swoosh, tongue, and collar. The Nike A'One "Black/Hyper Pink" sneaker is slated to drop on May 29 via Nike and select retailers for $110 USD.

In a surprising move, Apron Records founder Steven Julien  revealed the label's first sneaker collaboration with Nike on the Air Max 180 in a "Dark Atomic Teal" colorway. In an exciting twist, a second version of the shoe in a "Bloodline" rendition has been unveiled. The "Bloodline" version features a mixed material upper with a shaggy base and leather overlays, presented in rich reds. The textured Swooshes are highlighted in pink, beautifully complementing the metallic rose detailing at the heel. Co-branding appears on the heel, aglets, sockliner, and razor-shaped dubrae. Apron Records has confirmed that the Air Max 180 "Bloodline" colorway will be released alongside the " Vortex " version later this week. However, the red edition is limited to just 300 pairs and will only be available in the UK. The Apron Records x Nike Air Max 180 "Bloodline" sneakers are expected to hit shelves on Saturday, March 8 via Nike SNK...

BAPE  has teamed up with  Crocs  for the first time to collaborate on a limited edition collection of Classic Clogs  covered in familiar BAPE designs. The collection features BAPE 's recognizable "ABC Camo" pattern in three colorways of "Green", "Blue", and "Pink". Each pair is adorned with its own set of BAPE-themed Jibbitz charms, including the APE HEAD, BABY MILO, SHARK, TIGER, and the slogan "APE SHALL NEVER KILL APE". Additional details include co-branding on the footbed and BAPE's signature "R" note on the strap. The BAPE x Crocs Classic Clog collection will launch on March 8 via BAPE's website , followed by a release on Crocs' site on March 12. Stay tuned for updates on pricing and availability as the launch date approaches.