Rated Magazine ISSUE 1

July 2021

CHARLES X KEITH SANDALS COLAB

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ISSUE 01 MAGAZINE

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SENIOR EDITOR Jack Pugh EDITOR Kevin Wong DESIGN AND LAYOUT Nathalie Heider Florian Hettenbach Louisa Hölker Franklin Cuevas CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Arthur Bray Eddie Eng Petar Kujundzic Arby Li Robert Marshall EDITORIAL ASSISTANTS Zarah Cheng Hasse Lemola Gavin Yeung Helena Young Madrell Stinney EDITORIAL INTERNS Phoebe Chan Benson Cheng COORDINATOR Kate Yeung COPY EDITOR Peter Suh GUEST EDITORS Josh Davis Daniel Sandison ADVERTISING Crystal Choi Charles Gorra Gems Ip Paul Le Fevre Huan Nguyen Josh Parker

EDITORS NOTE

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jörg Haas

For many of us, each new year marks a chance for renewal, and 2021 is no exception. Every story in this issue speaks to challenge, opportunity, and the transformative power of hope.

Yet writing for a monthly deadline no longer seems like the best way to satisfy that wish. I want my work to be more thoughtful, better crafted. I want to reach beyond the metaphors that have become too familiar to me, too easy — and thus sentimentalized and limiting. If this sounds vague, that’s because it is. Yet sometimes uncertainty itself beckons. I need to honor the summons, or risk being untrue to myself — which is hardly the message I want to bring.

Each of these stories speaks to our faith in the future, and I’m excited to share them with you.

Please keep your eyes on this magazine in the coming year for other signs of resilience and renewal. Because whatever changes 2021 may hold, one thing remains constant: our commitment to this planet we share.

Let’s get to work.

-Jörg Haas

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How to look dope even without money, Beginner streetwear brands you should hear about this year, Start and cultivate your own clothing archive

RATED TOPICS OF THE MONTH

The Charles x Keith sandals colab, Nike Dunk Low “Animal” black/gray edition, Stussy new Bold collection for summer, Virgil Abloh’s first full eyewear collection is here now!

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There are 5 streetwear shops that you can visit if you are there

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Y2k fashion is getting back and DEPOP and gen Z are factors of its comeback, Look at the #UGGPride new capsule collection reveal.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 32 RATED FIGURES

Mark Bryan: The man that breaks the common genre stereotypes on fashion, Jean Paul Gaultier The end of an era

CHARLES & KEITH unveils its latest Spring/Summer 2021 footwear offering, the Dash Chunky Sandal. Revamping the classic sports sandal silhouette with minimalist design cues, the brand has adopted a modern twist to a traditional shoe.

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Built for either beach trips or everyday wear, the KITH shoe’s simplicity has the good ability to elevate outfits from a casual addition to a statement piece. For its latest “My Summer, My Way” campaign, CHARLES & KEITH enlists two prominent DJs to style the sandal around their aesthetic, demonstrating its versatility.

DJ Mademoiselle Yulia, also a kimono stylist, is revered for her eclectic wardrobe. Adorned in the Dash Chunky Sandal in black, she exhibits how the minimalist design complements a quirky wardrobe. By drawing inspiration from her rich cultural history, multi-disciplinary artist and DJ Quiana Parks found a niche within the intersection between art and music through her work.

Fusing streetwear with relaxed elegance, she translates her unique style by pairing the white sandal with distressed straightcut bottoms.

The latest Dash Chunky Sandal is slated for release this month and arrives in three neutral colorways — black, military green and white, which can be purchased from the brand’s website.

JAMES X KEITH

As well as providing styling tips forthe latest release, the two DJs have curated a selection of tracks exclusively for CHARLES & KEITH found via their respective Instagram accounts as well as the brand’s blog.

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After releasing a giraffe-inspired take on the popular Dunk Low, ‘s Nike Sportswear sub-label is expanding its “Animal” pack with a new black and gray style.

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Featuring a stark color scheme and shaggy detailing slightly reminiscent of Medicom Toy and Nike SB‘s SB Dunk Low from 2020, or, father back, the SB Dunk Low “Takashi 2,” the latest “Animal Pack” supplies a look that’s much more low-key than most of the Swoosh’s other animal print sneakers with its “Black/Anthracite/Pure Platinum” color scheme.

Two main materials collide on the upper: a smooth black leather that’s used on the toeboxes, quarter panels and collars and a shaggy anthracite suede that graces mudguards, eyestays and heels. The latter of these two materials supplies the shoe’s signature detail, namely a tonal animal print graphic that’s only visible upon close examination.

“Pure Platinum” gets into the mix as well, gracing the Swoosh, heel tab, collar, tongue trim and the branded detail on the black nylon tongue’s fabric badge. Down below, white midsoles and gray outsoles finalize the look.

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A BOLD SUMMER

WITH STUSSY

After previewing some of its latest release earlier this month, Stüssy has now shone a spotlight on its full Summer 2021 collection.

Focal points of this collection include the use of layering for the warmer months, as well as bold patterns and bright colors.

The stand-out pieces include a matching patchwork madras pant and jacket as well as a striped seersucker suit. Key prints in the collection range from an optical illusion-style graphic on a camp collar shirt and sweater vest, a floral embroidery pattern that appears on a denim shirt and Stüssy’s classic 8-ball emblem.

As well as layering pieces and eye-catching patterns, Stüssy also introduces a range of accessories for Summer 2021. One key item is the nylon gardener hat, while other hats feature the Stüssy script logo on various prints and colors.

So, just take a look through Some Stüssy’s Summer 2021 collection in the gallery next page.

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OFF WHITE FIRST GLASSES Virgil Abloh has embedded his distinctive style into Off-White‘s first full eyewear line.

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Composed of several avant garde and genderless frames, the collection unites under two branding motifs: a reimagined, overlayed logo and the classic “Arrow” iconography featuring intertwined ivy detailing. Where the “Marfa” sunglasses line the face with a narrow, extended cat-eye in both a statement-making hot-pink-and-white edition as well as a subtle black-and-tortoise colorway, the “Alps” frame completely takes over with an oversized shield lens and a thick, wrap-around construction.

The “Manchester” styles riffs on 1980s eyewear archetypes with an inverted trapezoidal lens shape, while “The Cape” taps the 1990s with oval-eyed natural metal frames. The line also enlists previous Off-White styles, including the signature “Virgil” shape, the rectangular “Arthur” silhouette, the enlarged “Tropez” frames and the laser-holed “Cady” sunglasses.

In tandem with the collection’s debut, Abloh selected photographers Tanya and Zhenya Posternak to lend their artistic lens to a forward-thinking campaign, which features models Helena Christensen, Justine Biticon and Lil Dre. Take a look at the complete campaign in the gallery next page.

“I chose Helena, Justine and Lil Dre because they each represent different world views and perspectives, yet they each embody everything I believe OffWhite™ stands for: Creativity, perseverance, confidence”

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“I don’t believe in gender only design,”

Virgil Abloh

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Streetwear is strange and complex. On the one hand, it’s disposable, obnoxious and often unflattering. On the other, Supreme – the skate brand that James Jebbia launched in the 90’s – is now a billion dollar behemoth.

It collaborates with Louis Vuitton and, if you believe the rumour mill, even has a link-up with Rolex pending.

It’s no fad, either. Though born 50 years ago in Californian surf culture, streetwear didn’t truly blow up until the noughties, when the first skate boom (thank you, Tony Hawk) and hip-hop’s chart dominance turned a generation onto baggy jeans and graphic tees.

Today, that generation is hitting adulthood proper. And though it might have a mortgage, it still feels more comfortable in a hoodie than a suit.

“Streetwear is so many people’s go-to each day because dress codes have become so much more relaxed,” says Harvey Nichols menswear buyer Lara Djandji. “The amount of customers looking for tailoring has decreased as more and more people are wearing jeans with a jacket to work, and those who previously wore jeans are now more inclined to shop for a tracksuit.”

Fortunately, streetwear itself has grown up, too. So whether you’re looking to adjust your style, or just refine your jeans and sweatshirt wardrobe, here are six ways to do it without looking like a try-hard.

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THREE RULES TO LOOK DOPE

1. Luxe Up Your Fabrics

Today, for the everyday wearer, that means upgrading utilitarian fabrics to something more premium. “An easy way to incorporate a subtle element of streetwear is through a pair of high-end sweatpants,” says Mr Porter style director Olie Arnold, referencing styles cut from soft-handle materials like cashmere and jersey. “They can substitute for a well-worn pair of chinos.”

In the words of Drake: “Started from the bottom, now we’re here.” And the man’s got a point. “In streetwear, shoes make the outfit, and sneakers are the lynchpin of it all,” says Arnold. But this can be dangerous terrain to navigate. Hypebeasts hyperventilate over each new drop, and you can invest grotesque amounts of time (not to mention money) trying to keep up.

Instead of paying resale price for Yeezys or the latest Off-White collaboration, plump for trainers that will last as long as your brogues by favouring premium materials and brands that prioritise build quality. “The lines between luxury mainstream fashion and streetwear have blurred beyond recognition for a number of seasons now,” adds Arnold.

Despite the rise of purposely ‘ugly’ trainers and chunky soles, it’s wise to avoid adornment or odd shapes to guarantee your boxfresh kicks will look as good with your suit as your joggers.

The grown-up move is to fly below-the-radar, by wearing labels that are innovative but don’t have teenagers queued up outside their stores. “A lot of brands this season are taking influence from streetwear,” says Arnold, who points to easy-going urban wares from labels like Pop Trading Company and stripped-back pieces from Acne Studios.

In short: you should aim to get the look without the logos, or at least keep them tucked away as subtle details. Because an adult knows the best thing about grail finds isn’t shouting about where they’re from, but being asked.

RATED TOPICS OF THE MONTH: LOOK DOPE EVEN WITHOUT MONEY

3. Start From The Bottom

It’s a move that’s been endorsed across the board, from brands like Loro Piana and Officine Generale, who now craft baseball caps as well-made as their blazers, to the high street, which no longer stuffs loopback cotton into the pyjama section.

For youth culture, hype is everything. Recognition is currency, so you need to cop the brands that your peers know about: Supreme, Palace, Gosha, Yeezy. But the exchange rate changes over time. “There isn’t an age cut-off for streetwear,” says stylist and photographer Chris Tang. “But an older guy should stick to what they like and what works for them.”

2.Don’t Be A Hypebeast

Streetwear staples were, until recently, things you could happily fall off a skateboard while wearing; hence why most were rendered in denim and heavy cottons, in non-constrictive fits. But modern streetwear has stepped out of the skatepark and designers have reworked time-honoured pieces – hoodies, cargo trousers, trainers – into garments you wouldn’t want to risk on the concrete.

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STREETWEAR BRANDS YOU SHOULD HEAR AS A BEGINNER

With streetwear holding such a powerful position with younger buyers, the demand for cheap streetwear brands is rising.

There aren’t many other fashion styles that have managed to evolve and stay current while still honoring the origins and iterations that came before them.

This article is for both, the die-hards of the streetwear style and newcomers looking for affordable streetwear brands without breaking the bank.

This article will introduce you to 5 budget streetwear brands that are breaking through, now in 2021.

Judging by the style, cuts, and materials, there’s no doubt that some of these brands will become the next Supreme, BAPE, and so on.

Also, if you don’t mind extending your budget a bit, check out our full list of the best streetwear brands to cop this year.

Without further ado, these are the most affordable, 5 cheapest streetwear brands of 2021 you can buy right now.

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Don’t let the low price point or the handle ‘cheap streetwear brands’ put you off.

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1. Stussy LOCATION Based in California, US with flag stores in New York, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Milan, and London – Ships worldwide.

WHY WE LOVE IT Innovative collaborations with other cool streetwear brands – check out their interesting “featured” section.

BEST FOR Quality streetwear staples with edgy designs that will upgrade your wardrobe.

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Launched in California, this brand dominates the streetwear scene.

It all started in the eighties – as a small graphic T-shirt brand – offering worldwide and shipping it since then.

At this point, everyone knows the history of this seminal Californian brand, built around the local surf and skate culture.

But if you don’t know, Stussy’s reputation evolved from a chilledout surfer store into a famous urban brand of the ’90s.

Moreover, what’s interesting is that despite the sales kept growing, the label hasn’t lost sight of its origins.

The brand is famous for streetwear-styled tees, bottoms, jackets, hoodies, hats, and shorts at meager prices.

You can also find affordable collabs with high-end designers and lite streetwear pieces.

I like the brand’s tees and hoodies ranging from $30 to $80.

Also, I’ve ordered here some amazing streetwear jeans for less than $150. Quite the deal, right?

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2. KITH LOCATION They are based in New York, US – Ships worldwide.

WHY WE LOVE IT Streetwear and special treats for the whole family – make sure you visit all their tabs to find cheap streetwear for men, women, and kids.

BEST FOR Impeccably designed and affordable streetwear sneakers imbued with technical details and prints.

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Once a footwear brand, Kith is a New York-based streetwear clothing brand.

However, true to its origins, Kith is known mainly for its streetwear sneaker collections.

However, you’ll love the brand’s apparel lines, quite popular with the streetwear community looking for value for money.

In particular, I love the brand’s collaborations with Coca-Cola, New Balance, Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, and even Disney.

In fact, it was these collabs that turned Kith into a symbol among the streetwear style aficionados.

As a recap, with logo-heavy patterns and urban, loose, oversized cuts, Kith is the solution to affordable streetwear sneakers.

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3. DENIM TEARS LOCATION They’re ased in Los Angeles, US – Ships worldwide.

WHY WE LOVE IT All streetwear pieces are made in the USA, with some parts made of 100% EcoLife cotton.

BEST FOR Making Affordable streetwear apparel in bright colors for total boldness and fun.

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Denim Tears is a lovely and affordable streetwear brand, driven by a social mission.

The creator of Denim Tears, Tremaine Emory, has been championing black culture and racial justice for a long time.

Emory also pushes all the brands he collaborates with to do the same things as he.

He recently posted a design version of Chuck Taylors on IG, inspired by the ‘African-American Flag’ painting by David Hammons.

He then outlined the conditions of release to Nike, requiring they push to defund police departments and put minorities in leadership roles within the company.

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4. DEEP LOCATION This store is based in New York, US – Ships worldwide.

WHY WE LOVE IT A streetwear brand of rare heritage that employs modern cuts and a lot of vibrant graphics.

BEST FOR Well-priced streetwear releases packed with meaningful projects about racial injustice and similar vibes that inspire.

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Created by Scott Sasso in 1995, this New York-based streetwear brand has flowed with the tides of graphic tee trends over the past couple of decades.

While purists now balk at its colorful, almost-eyesore graphics, that’s what rakes in all the ‘hypebeasts’ dollars, whether we want to acknowledge it or not.

And, whether the punk and skate influences drew you in, or you dig the ’90s-referencing anime iconic graphics,

Scott Sasso

“one part history, one part regular and distinctive drops, and another part super reasonable prices.“

And, truth be told, between history and aspirations, you can’t get any more balanced pieces from a cheap streetwear brand that makes premium look average.

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5. DIET STARTS MONDAY LOCATION Based in Washington D.C., US – Ships worldwide.

WHY WE LOVE IT Streetwear pieces with loud and good prints to pair with your everyday looks.

BEST FOR Low-budget streetwear clothing with political messages and related content.

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Launched as a retail and restaurant concept in Washington, DC, Diet Starts Monday was created to last only three months.

However, the mad success the store experienced had it up for over a year.

Moreover, once the store was closed, the continuing demand made the brand continue operating and selling cheap streetwear via pop-ups across the country.

Over the years, the brand has partnered with various companies to release budget streetwear collections – from $45 up to $200.

Check out the brand’s latest releases which feature anti-police brutality messages and a wide array of “Stop Killing Black People” streetwear tees.

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If we love anything about this era, it’s that gender stereotypes and labels are already staying in the past, and we love it! Want proof? Meet the man who is comfortable with himself regardless of strict gender labels: we tell you more about Mark Bryan, the man who is revolutionizing gender identity.

Mark is an American robotics engineer currently living in Germany, where he enjoys a quiet life with his wife. According to his posts

Mark Bryan

Mark Bryan’s current wife fully supports her husband, who for five years began to wear heels and skirts of different lengths to go to work.

“ I’m at the age where I really don’t care what people think. Either they like me or they don’t like me “

The 61-year-old famous influencer is a straight man who is breaking all the clichés about fashion and gender identity. The goal of this new influencer is to eradicate the strict stereotypes of fashion today, and teach the new generations to be free and happy, to express their tastes freely.

we know that he is a straight man, a big fan of high heels, and he really looks AMAZING.

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Mark Bryan is a father, husband and grandfather, but what has made us all follow him on his social networks is his style; His iconic looks have made him one of the most famous men thanks to his spectacular outfits that combine spectacular garments, regardless of the labels we have given them as ‘masculine’ or ‘feminine’.

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Jean Paul Gaultier has announced its official end. JPG’s Instagram has removed its profile picture with the bio description amended to read, “The end of an era.” The brand also shared a cryptic post with the words “The End” in bold font, in tandem with the JPG logo.

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The French designer recently announced his retirement in January 2020, however, he assured his fans that though he is stepping back, his eponymous label will remain.

Last season, he took to Twitter announced that he had chosen sacai‘s own Chitose Abe to be the first to apply her own interpretation on the house of JPG. Abe is expected to present the collection in July at Paris couture.

Given that Abe is set to reveal her reimagination of the house of Jean Paul Gaultier this summer, it is unlikely that the brand is shuttering its doors. In regards to the social media announcement, some have drawn comparisons to Bottega Veneta’s recent social media strategy. However, the label has yet to confirm if its latest posting will indicate a new strategic transition.

THE END OF AN ERA Chitose Abe

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“I have a long-held admiration for Jean Paul’s unique vision of subversive femininity and his originality, both of which I’ve strived towards in my work since the beginning. It’s a true honour to be given the opportunity to be custodian of his house as the first designer of this project.”

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THE RATED TRENDS

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The irony is, however, that Gen Z users claiming Y2K styles are too young to remember the genuine concern over the Y2K bug and possibility of computers failing at the turn of the millennium– but they do remember the Juicy Couture tracksuits, low-rise denim, and bedazzling that subsequently dominated fashion in the early 2000s.

We’ve seen the comebacks of 70s bohemian, 90s grunge and even 60s mod.

Now, it’s time for the revival of early 2000s fashion, also known as the Noughties.

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Today, Gen Z is known for valuing sustainability and social change, but for those without massive budgets, the perceived need to consume both ethically and quickly has led to a burgeoning online vintage and resale market.

Ninety percent of Depop’s users are under 26, and about one third of people aged 16 to 24 in the UK use the app. “Y2K” has become a popular hashtag on Depop, indicating the market for early 2000s trends. Calling the era Y2K, the predicted, feared, and eventually imagined digital apocalypse feels like a coping mechanism for our current situation.

On the next page you will see some tips to follow to look this new trend.

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1.LOW RISE JEANS For years, high-waisted jeans have ruled our closets. It’s not a shock; high-waisted jeans create a cinched waist that is flattering with any outfit. However, on the rise now is the low rise jean, which sits perfectly on your hip bones and can be paired nicely with a cropped tee. You can always find a good pair of authentic low rise pants on Depop.

2.KITTEN HEELS Also described as “flip flop heels,” kitten heels are not just for special occasions or the office. These modest heels are ideal for anyone who is intimidated by the thought of wearing wedges for their next girls’ night out. Kitten heels can be paired with outfits for any occasion, from going to class to date night. Grab a pair at Urban Outfitters and ASOS.

3. GRAPHIC TEES Who doesn’t love a good graphic T-shirt?

Though graphic T-shirts never went out of style, the way we wear them has changed over the years. Today, most would sport a baggy band tee from Urban Outfitters with shorts to achieve the T-shirt dress look. In the early 2000s, graphic tees were normally more fitted and cropped and had a quirky quote on them.

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In further support of the LGBTQIA+ community, for each pair of Disco Stripe slides sold on UGG.com, the company will donate $25 USD of the marked retail price to GLAAD – a leading advocate in the LGBTQ+ rights movement – guaranteeing a maximum donation of $125,000 USD. Check out the new release in the images next page and head to the brand’s site to purchase featured pieces a part of the “Proud Prom” collection.

THE RATED TRENDS OF THE MONTH

#UGGPRIDE

#UGGPRIDE Reveals an all gender capsule collection to celebrate pride month in 2021

Launching with a series of striking footwear styles and fashion-forward apparel celebrating Pride 2021, the prom-inspired campaign features famous friends of the Southern California-based global, lifestyle brand that includes Grammy Award-winning musician Lil Nas X, SAG Award-nominated actor and writer Hari Nef along with UGG FEEL YOU brand ambassadors Maya Samaha, and Jordun Love as well as Pacific Pride Foundation members such as Mads Hamilton, Sky Limon, Roz Borah and the Brown family.

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To celebrate the art of self-expression, self-identity and love, UGG has joined forces with Pacific Pride Foundation for the fifth year running to commemorate “PROUD Prom,” which reimagines the ageold, formal dance tradition in the form of a virtual event honoring the LGBTQIA community in Santa Barbara, CA.

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A RATED SHOP GUIDE

Over the last few years, streetwear has infiltrated mainstream fashion. What used to be a niche community has blossomed into a category that’s even been adopted by major fashion houses.

Just look at the design language Virgil Abloh has brought to his debut collection with Louis Vuitton, or Kim Jones enlisting legendary street artist Kaws to help design his inaugural offering for Dior this past year.

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THE RSVP

STORE SCHEDULES Available Tuesday - Saturday from 12pm - 7pm and Sunday from 12pm - 5pm. They are closed Monday in both locations.

ONLINE STORE Yes

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LOCATION Chicago. 1753 N Damen Ave. Chicago, IL. 60647

Chicago may never be a fashion capital, but RSVP Gallery is definitely a go-to if you’re in the Midwest. With Virgil Abloh as a co-owner to guide the vision, RSVP pulls in some formidable brands each season, including Bape, Helmut Lang, Just Don, Mastermind, and Undercover.

There’s something on the high or low end for everyone.

ONLINE STORE Yes

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NEW YORK

STORE SCHEDULES 10am-6pm PST Monday-Saturday

Ripndip’s first New York City store is located at 40 Mercer Street in Manhattan’s Soho neighborhood. Open for two months, the pop-up store will carry Ripndip’s Fall 2017 line, which includes apparel for both men and women such as t-shirts, jackets and socks, as well as home accessories like pillows. The line also includes skateboarding decks, umbrellas, pins and phone cases.

RIP N DIP

LOCATION 118 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002 United States

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STORE SCHEDULES Available Monday to Saturday from 10am to 8pm and Sunday from 10am - 6pm.

ONLINE STORE Yes

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END LONDON

LOCATION London 59 Broadwick St, Soho, London, W1F 9QS.

If you’re looking for a specific streetwear brand, chances are that End Clothing carries. The UKbased site has been operating since 2005 as one of the best streetwear shops around. It has become a hot spot as of late for the biggest sneaker releases each week, thanks to its End. Launches raffle system, but its seemingly endless list of designers is also worth browsing through.

Top streetwear brands like Stüssy, Undefeated, Aimé Leon Dore, Cav Empt, Noon Goons, and more are all available.

CONCEPTS LOCATION 18 Newbury Street Boston, MA 02116 STORE SCHEDULES Monday - Saturday: 10AM - 7PM Sunday: 10AM - 6PM ONLINE STORE Yes Primarily known for its sneaker collaborations—specifically those with Asics and New Balance—Concepts has also built a reputation for having a selection of elevated streetwear. While you might not find the graphic T-shirt heavy clothing racks you would at other shops on the list, Concepts combines a lot of heritage U.S.

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LOCATION 118 Orchard St, New York, NY 10002 United States STORE SCHEDULES 10am-6pm PST Monday-Saturday ONLINE STORE Yes

Of any shop on the list, Bodega may be the most truly streetwear-oriented, if we’re judging by the blueprint laid out above. The Boston-based store masterfully blends big fashion names such as Y-3, Undercover, and Comme des Garçons with sportswear giants like Nike and adidas, while also featuring streetwear staples CLOT, Stüssy, and X-Large. Filling in the rest of the roster is an enormous selection of smaller independent brands—Born x Raised, Brain Dead, Deluxe, Stray Rats, Pleasures and more. If you’re looking for that T-shirt-inspired streetwear, Bodega might be the best one-stop-shop around.

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