Rizzoli collects the 38-year history of Stone Island in a new monograph

The book features never before seen images and pages and pages of its most pivotal pieces.

Since it was founded by Massimo Osti in 1982, Stone Island has acquired a cult following all over the world. From the Milanese paninari and the British football casuals towards the end of the century, to the more recent North American hip-hop followers, Stone Island has successfully infiltrated an array of subcultures — and continues to do so to this day.

At the centre of the brand’s success lies its relentless pursuit of excellence in design, as well as its willingness to experiment with various fabric treatments and dyeing techniques — alongside its ability to craft a good looking garment. Now almost 40 years on, the brand celebrates its legacy with the release of ‘Stone Island: Storia The Book,’ a monograph that expertly captures the story of the label by combining its history and ethos into one place.

Featuring never-before-seen images and three major texts by Eugene Rabkin, Paul Gorman and Jian DeLeon — as well as an introduction from the current Stone Island CEO Carlo Rivetti — ‘Storia The Book’ delves deep into the world of the brand.

Available now, a special cover with a slipcase and a poster depicting the history of Stone Island badges has been produced exclusively for stores and its website.

STONE ISLAND: STORIA

Exclusive edition with special cover and an additional slipcase, with a poster tracing the history of the iconic Stone Island badges, available exclusively in the Stone Island stores and websites.
This monograph captures the story of Stone Island, combining its history and ethos into one source. With never-before-seen images and three major texts, it is intended for the brand’s die-hard fans as well as those who are new to the world of Stone Island.
At the centre of Stone Island’s success lies its relentless pursuit of excellence in design, and uncompromising spirit of experimentation with fabric treatment and dyeing techniques. This product-oriented stance has secured the brand’s unique place outside of fashion’s hierarchy.
Since its inception in 1982, Stone Island has acquired a worldwide cult following for its cutting-edge outerwear. Neither fashion, nor luxury, nor streetwear, Stone Island has combined the elements of all three into a unique mix that has resonated with Milanese “Paninari”, British football die-hards, and North American hip-hop fans alike.