Have you ever seen a street style photo and thought, “How can someone look so cool without trying?” Or browsed through a magazine and been drawn to a bold, dramatic look? Fashion is not just about wearing clothes, but is a language, a form of self-expression, and a reflection of the rapid changing world we live in. Fashion is like music, it can be rock, jazz, electronic, alt rock, etc Fashion has its own distinct genre, each having a story to tell.
Alt/Alternative
Okay, so there are a lot of genres emerging right now, but let’s start with three that are growing broadly. Not to be confused with goth or emo, alt or alternative is a subculture that deviates from the mainstream and gives them a gloomy, heavy look. Similar to emo, it is influenced by gothic aspects but does not identify with the popular, well-known genre. In contrast to goth, which goes completely dark and has a heavier expression, this style is rather versatile and may be either lighter or darker. The alt is softer or mid-level. As an alternative, the clothes are clean but primarily rough or rustic. The primary emphasis of the fashion is rebellious, with piercings, torn, baggy pants, and perhaps not too worn-out shoes.
Retro 90s 80s
Vintage clothes is reviving due to Gen Z’s resurgence of ’90s grunge fashion, ’70s fashion chic, and ’60s mod aesthetics. However, they have incorporated their own style.
Not only does vintage fashion allow you to express yourself freely, but it also benefits the environment. Yard sales, consignment stores, and thrift stores are good places to find vintage items. Or just inquire whether you can use your parents’ old clothing.
Create a vintage look by experimenting with textures, layering, and patterns. Trendy retro elements for daily ensembles that complement modern clothing include flared pants, psychedelic patterns, tie-dyed designs, and oversized coats. You’re set if you add several colored baguette bags to your style
Streetwear
With every new trend or artist influence, the genre of streetwear continues to develop and change. Skate and hip-hop culture gave rise to this genre in the 1980s, and it subsequently developed into a trend fueled by luxury. Although it is not limited to a single genre, streetwear draws inspiration from a variety of sources, such as skate and surf culture, hip-hop music, sports, high-end fashion, and K-pop. This explains why the genre of streetwear is so adaptable. Customers of street clothes are extremely diversified and don’t come from a single income bracket. Because of shoe drops and new releases, as well as collaborations with their favorite brands, streetwear is a particularly passionate fashion trend. To obtain the new product, people will wait in line the longest.
Baggy jeans, occasionally slim graphic t-shirts from high-end labels, and the focal point—the shoes—are what define street style. Every drop affects this, as does the person who adds the cool touch.
