Unisex Street Style

Unisex Unisex Street Street Style Style

MONTHLY TREND REPORT

Written by Emily Fleming, PR & Outreach Director

Street style first gained major popularity in the ‘90s and has continued to revel in pop culture since. Black culture, skater culture and sportswear have all played a major role in inspiring and building out the style, which includes sneakers, baggy hoodies, graphic tees, bucket hats and more. As the story goes, designer labels started taking from the streets and including elements of street style in their collections as well—creating a fashion space dominated and infiltrated by the aesthetic. Here are my top picks for unisex pieces to start or grow your street style collection.

1HOODIE Jeff Koons x UNIQLO, $10 Inspired by the contemporary art of Jeff Koons, this navy hoodie is a cool and simple piece to throw over any outfit. Pair with baggy blue jeans to keep it casual, leather pants to dress it up or black trousers and a blazer thrown over for a business casual ensemble. You can also find similar hoodies at brands like Daily Paper, Essentials and North Face. 3 Sport Sunglasses REI, $27 Sports sunglasses are currently booming as the new, must-try eyewear trend of 2022. We’ve seen dads accidentally set mass trends before—from baggy jeans to the iconic “dad sneaker,” which has become go-to footwear for many young adults. Now the iconic dad sport sunglasses are becoming the year’s hottest eyewear trend. High-end designers like Balenciaga are taking inspiration from the rectangular silhouette, as are popular retailers like Urban Outfitters. Try the OG pair from REI, an authentic and affordable way to dip a toe into this fun trend.

4Mesh Top Sulvam, $415 Mesh tops are perfect for layering, whether it’s over an undershirt or beneath a jacket. You could also forego the layering altogether, wearing a standalone mesh top to show some skin. Try out this top from Sulvam, or head to ASOS to browse through many options with different cuts, sleeves and patterns. Chopova Lowena offers a multi-colored men’s mesh top with beautiful designs of sculptures on the front and sleeves. Oversized and flowing, or tight and fit, mesh can be a subtly sexy addition to any look.

2Graphic Tee Mac Miller, $30 A graphic tee is essential for any wardrobe because it is the easiest way to get comfortable and look stylish whilst putting little to no effort in. Try pairing one with jeans or shorts, layered with a hoodie or jacket on top. Check out the official Mac Miller store, which offers a variety of screen-printed t-shirts sure to wow. Other brands such as Palm Angels, Gx1000 and HUF offer tees that blend street style with skater culture through fashion in a cool new way.

5Sneakers Nike Blazer Mid ‘77, $83 Disregard any prior notions of men’s vs. women’s sneakers. All that matters is your size: you can look to either category for your perfect pair of kicks. As an avid men’s sneaker purchaser myself, I focus more on the style of the pair I want than anything else. Brands often display different offerings when it comes to gender in footwear, and men’s collections tend to get more street-style rich designs. Try checking out GOAT or Flight Club for deals on the best sneakers on the market right now.

6Sweatpants Renowned LA, $98 A solid pair of sweatpants are a wardrobe necessity, and there are certainly ways to wear them without looking like you’re in your pajamas. This blue and white patterned pair from Renowned LA, paired with a white hoodie and leather jacket layered on top, will make you look put together while also providing comfort. Heron Preston and Shadow Hill are other brands to look to when searching for your new go-to sweatpant. 7 Button Up Renowned LA, $100 Classic white button-ups are a staple for any wardrobe, men’s or women’s, but adding in a fun alternative can be a great way to spice up your look. Opt for this boxy silhouette with a bright green and blue design for a flattering, unisex fit. You can also try wearing it unbuttoned with a black or white tank top underneath and a pair of blue or green sneakers to tie the look together.

8Trucker hat Daily Paper, $66 These hats are a trend that is here to stay—but no shade to the beloved baseball cap, there is room for you here too. Daily Paper Clothing is a fashion & lifestyle brand that draws inspiration from African culture, adding a contemporary twist and working to uplift and support the community through their designs and passion for change. Their trucker hats feature large text and can be paired with just about anything.

9Varsity Bomber Jacket Axel Arigato, $375 Varsity jackets are not only reserved for high school athletes—people have been sporting them as a cool layering piece for a while now. Axel Arigato offers versions with green or blue lettering. Throw it over your shoulder, atop a white tee and blue jeans for a classic collegiate look, or get creative with your styling. Risk-taking is the key to mastering this aesthetic. ■