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Whether you're looking to switch up your style game, or just want to stunt on frenemies with gear that they haven't ever seen or heard of, then this one's for you. To give them some context, we thought of their American counterparts, but don't get it twisted: they're still completely different animals.
London's been light years ahead of the streetwear game: The city's gritty setting has been leading the charge in subculture for centuries. Take a look at musicians like Tinie Tempah and designers like Christopher Kane. A quick hop over the pond, or a simple click of the mouse will bring introduce you to a whole new set of brands that you can add to your wardrobe arsenal right now. Learn something new and read our list of The Coolest London Streetwear Brands Right Now.
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Supremebeing
If You Like: WeSC
Supremebeing is a premium streetwear collection, in that it focuses on being a lifestyle collection. Not only does the brand make tees and sweatshirts like its industry mates, Supremebeing makes pants, outerwear, and produces footwear under its own label, too. This season, Supremebeing collaborated with one of our favorite hat companies New Era to produce hats with both of their logos on them.
Buy The SB x New Era Fitted Hat Here, $58
Buy The Nohgress Shirt Here, $100
Buy The Kenobi Track Pants Here, $62
Blood Brother
If You Like: Black Scale
Blood Brother is a multi-tiered concept that deals with all aspects of the creative industry, but the clothing component of its business is really getting a lot of shine lately. Everything from the tees to the sweatshirts and pants, and even the beanies are made like designer collections. Stock up on the gear now before it becomes a household name in the states.
Buy The Fade Tee Here, $61
Buy The Logo Beenie Here, $39
Buy The Molle Sweatpants Here, $92
If You Like: Publish Brand
Addict offers a full clothing range from T-shirts to outerwear to even denim under its own label. While being an addict usually has a bad connotation, this brand is an exception to the rule because if you find yourself addicted to its goods, you'll end up a better dressed person than you were before.
Buy The Slim Jeans Here, $108
Buy The Bandana Tee Here, $39
Buy The Cycle Jacket Here, $115
If You Like: Supreme
Palace is synonymous with skateboarding across the pond, but it's also one of the coolest London streetwear brands because the Palace team doesn't really care who knows about them. They just make cool tees and gear for the boarders who wear it when they skate. It can't get anymore middle-finger in the air than that. If you are lucky enough to find one of their coveted T-shirts, buy two—one for yourself, and one for a rainy eBay day.
Buy The Blazin Tee Here, $49
Buy The Tri-ferg Hoody Here, $136
Buy The Britannia Polo Shirt Here, $98
If You Like: 10.Deep
Dope Chef kills the streetwear game in London. The label is not afraid to take risks and delivers some really unique clothing options. In past seasons, the guys at Dope Chef have done plays on traditional African dashiki turning them into sweatshirts. This season, the themes are tie-dye, a flag print, and gothic lettering. Pretty cool gear for streetwear guys in the know.
Buy The Camo Tattoo Hoody Here, $115
Buy The Cosmos Tee Here, $54
Buy The American Gangster Tee Here, $54
Hype.
If You Like: Only NY
Hype is one of the newer streetwear brands on London's cobblestone blocks, but it has quickly gained a lot of respect and customers alike. It's most likely because of the brand's bold prints, vibrant patterns, and unique designs. This season, the team at Hype worked a lot with tie-dye which is a huge trend for this spring/summer, We'd recommend grabbing the socks below.
Buy The Logo Beenie Here, $20
Buy The Tie Dye Socks Here, $16
Buy The Leopard All-over Tee, $36
If You Like: The Hundreds
Lazy Oaf started off in 2001 with a small collection of men's T-shirts and quickly grew to a full-fledged collection. Known for being colorful, fun, and bold, Lazy Oaf captures the youthful side of streetwear that often gets lost when people are trying to be to cool. Remember: looking good should be fun.
Buy The Rubble Baseball Shirt Here, $69
Buy The Slime Shorts Here, $92
Buy The Pocket Sweatshirt Here, $83
If You Like: Jeremy Scott for adidas
Cassette Playa is not for the timid. Bold graphic designs paired with bright colors and oversized silhouettes make up its unique collection that has stars like Chris Brown, Lil Wayne, and Riff Raff breaking all those corny style rules. From tees to sweats, Cassette Playa has you covered. Just be ready to have all eyes on you—in a good way.
Buy The 2k12 Sweatshirt Here, $230
Buy The Believe Tee Here, $306
Buy The Chaos Tee Here, $306
If You Like: Diamond Supply Co.
King Apparel was launched in early 2000 by a former snow/skateboarder (like most of the greats) and quickly turned into a cult brand overseas. With denim, chinos, sneakers, and New Era collabs included in their offerings, it's no wonder King Apparel ranks amoug London's big-name streetwear brands.
Buy The Reign Supreme Snapback Here, $46
Buy The Reign Supreme Sweatshirt Here, $92
Buy The Letterman Sweatsuit Here, $155
If You Like: SSUR
BOY London was huge in London in the 1980s club scene, but it's back like it never left. It's taken the streetwear scene and the fashion scene by storm. Fans love the simple black-on-black and black-on-white bold graphic lettering and eagle logo, plus, who doesn't like a good comeback story?
Buy The Oversized Chain Tee Here, $69
Buy The Union Tee Here, $62
Buy The Logo Beenie Here, $54
If You Like: Us Versus Them,
Trainerspotter is the perfect clothing compliment to any sneakerhead's collection because these easy-to-wear clothes are made for that specific guy in mind. Offering cool gear from graphic cartoon tees to simple chino pants and sweats, Trainerspotter is one of the more casual streetwear brands in the lineup.
Buy The Tiger Stripe Backpack Here, $54
Buy The Tiger Camo Varisty Jacket Here, $131
Buy The Tiger Striped Tee Here, $39
If You Like: Black Scale
Trapstar is one of London's most famous streetwear brands and that's because celebrities can't seem to keep their hands off its cool gear. Stars like Rihanna, Chris Brown, and Stalley have all been spotted in their all-black goods, and after clicking through their site, you will be too.
Buy The Sunrise T-Shirt Here, $46
Buy The Pom Beenie Here, $39
Buy The London Hoodie, $100