WINK AND SMILE: The First Forty Years is a comprehensive guide to the history of i-D magazine. It traces the publication's evolution from its origins as a hand-stapled punk zine to its current status as a leading fashion magazine, showcasing the pages that have shaped and continue to define style.

• Reproduces original magazine pages as they first appeared in print.
• Features iconic "Straight Ups" from the early days on King's Road.
• Covers the magazine's evolution alongside changing style, attitude, and visual culture.
• Explores the history of magazine publishing and broader cultural trends.