25 Reasons Why Streetwear Is Still Relevant

What, you thought streetwear fell off? Wrong!

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Tailored menswear has gotten a lot of attention lately, and with much reason. Trends change with time. People are growing into a more "sophisticated" look. The styles associated with menswear—slim chinos, blazers, button-downs, hardbottom shoes—have steadily grown in popularity, and plenty of guys have been trading in their graphic tees and hoodies for button downs and blazers. Even streetwear mainstays like Supreme have been crossing over—see recent collabs with Adam Kimmel and Thom Browne as proof. But if you're asking if that means streetwear has fallen off, then you must be crazy. In fact, every year it's growing and evolving.

There are so many things that make streetwear one of the greatest cultural phenomenons to grace this earth, including the plethora of iconic brands. Here's a reminder why streetwear is king. Take a look into the past, present, and the future with these 25 Reasons Streetwear Is Still Relevant.

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It's More Accessible Than Ever

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It Will Always Have The "Cool Guy" Factor

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The OG's Are Expanding

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It's Everywhere

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It's Synonymous With Hip Hop

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Vintage Streetwear Is Cooler

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It's Not Clearly Defined

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There's Always A New Crop Of High Schoolers

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The Shit Looks Good!

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That Rebellious "Fuck You" Attitude

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It's Been Around Longer Than Most "Trends"

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Karmaloop

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Brand Loyalty Is Still Alive

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It's Easy To Get Into

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There Are Fakes Galore

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Girls Look Great In It

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It's Synonymous With Skateboarding

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Friends In High Places

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Kids Just Want To Be Down

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Strong Owners Sticking To Their Craft

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Menswear Backs It

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More Good Brands Keep Popping Up

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Brands Keep Evolving

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It's Self-Aware

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People Love Collabs

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