Streetwear style: everything you need to know

Streetwear is first and foremost a style of clothing that blends fashion, lifestyle, sportswear, and the world of entertainment in general with a very recognizable attitude. It is also (and above all) a cultural phenomenon with rather complex roots. Although it is not easy to trace the evolution of streetwear style from its origins to today, today this term indicates a very varied style that ranges from sporty to vintage and that each of us interprets in a completely personal way.

At Urbanstar, we specialize in contemporary streetwear selection, including historic brands like Nike and adidas, as well as Japanese brands like Human Made, Bristol, Beams Plus, and Needles. We also feature streetwear brands like Stone Island, MM6 Maison Margiela, and Comme des Garcons Shirt. Let's delve into what streetwear style is and how to dress while respecting this multifaceted style.

But what is streetwear? The term refers to a type of clothing that is generally informal and trendy, linked to the street and street style. It is a way to express one's individuality and authenticity, a language that comes to life through clothing but not only. Today, the term streetwear is an umbrella term under which diverse styles, brands, and lifestyles are grouped, including subcultures as well as luxury brands and even avant-garde variants. Beyond the most well-known brands, there are many streetwear brands to discover and with which to create a contemporary look. That's why you've come to the right place.

Tracing back to a birth date of street style is very difficult, if not impossible. The street style fashion takes hold between the 1970s and 1980s and does so as a localized subculture on the West Coast. In this scenario, streetwear constitutes a break from the world of high fashion through the voice of youth cultures that practice skate, break dance, or are linked to the rap and punk scenes. One of the first brands to have contributed to the spread of streetwear with a store dedicated to this type of clothing was Stussy. Following were Supreme, adidas and Nike: all contributed to creating the phenomenon of street style fashion, bringing it into the mainstream.

The streetwear style is distinguished by some key characteristics that we list here in bullet points:

• Oversize silhouette: loose and comfortable garments, such as hoodies and cargo pants.

• Durable materials: fabrics such as denim, cotton, and nylon are widely used by all streetwear brands. Even the types of treatments for the garments, such as garment dyeing and special washes, can make a difference.

• Iconic items : graphic t-shirts, hoodies, sneakers, baseball cap, varsity jacket, bomber, military jacket.

• Limited editions and collaborations: exclusive pieces that become collectible items both in the field of clothing and in the sneaker market.

How to dress streetwear in spring: you don't need a guide, just good inspiration and the right products, of course. That's why we at Urbanstaroma have prepared a collection of streetwear outfits that could inspire you when you're short on ideas or need support in the decision-making phase. Before we amaze you with our styling tips, let's first understand what it means to dress streetwear.

If you're looking for something minimal and streetwear at the same time, we might have what you're looking for. Let's start from the top: a lightweight sweater from Stone Island paired with a vest from Nike and utility pants from Carhartt WIP. To complete the look with an additional street style touch, you could add a Stone Island beanie and the Saucony Progrid Omni 9 sneakers.

If you're looking for something streetwear, but more basic, follow our daily proposal. Pair a nylon jacket from Snow Peak with an iconic t-shirt like the one from MM6 Maison Margiela and the Single Knee from Carhartt WIP. With the sneakers, you could be bolder, opting for a model like the Nike Air Force 1’ 07 in denim and leopard print. To finish, a pair of sunglasses, choosing one of our models from Izipizi.

If you love streetwear, you should consider the idea of including Japanese brands. Here we propose a layered look with contemporary charm: a patchwork zip shirt by Needles over a graphic t-shirt from Human Made and parachute pants from Universal Works. To finish off, you could add a cap from Bristol and a pair of adidas sneakers, like the Adizero Aruku. 

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