Stone Island
Stone Island is best known for its Compass badge and cultural power – but dig a little deeper and you’ll find that research and innovation drive the label, not branding. Founded in Italy in 1982 by Massimo Osti, Stone Island is all about materials: from its first fabric, Tela Stella, to the numerous technical materials it uses today, the brand has always pushed the boundaries of possibility in the name of utility. As a result, Stone Island clothing creates a profound connection between maker, garment and wearer. Staples like Stone Island jumpers, T-shirts and hoodies are fully reinvented with function and purpose front of mind, while Stone Island jackets (the label’s most coveted category) represent its broadest canvas for experimentation – expect groundbreaking treatments like colour-changing, iridescent and reflective finishes.
