CF magazine pick our favorite brands heading into the summer. These brands have established a strong presence in the streetwear scene, but the landscape is always changing, with new brands emerging and others losing prominence. Keep an eye on fashion industry news, social media influencers, and streetwear forums to stay up-to-date with the latest favorites as 2024 summer approaches.

SUPREME

Supreme is a highly influential streetwear brand known for its distinctive red box logo with white Futura Heavy Oblique font. Founded by James Jebbia in 1994 in New York City. The brand started as a small skateboarding shop in SoHo and has since become an international fashion phenomenon, blending skate culture, hip-hop, punk, and fashion.

Supreme is famous for its limited-edition releases, known as "drops," which typically occur on Thursdays and often sell out within seconds. This scarcity model has helped to create a significant secondary market where items can resell for many times their original price.

The brand has achieved a cult-like following and is renowned for its collaborations with other high-profile brands across a variety of industries, including Nike, The North Face, Levi's, Comme des Garçons, and luxury brands like Louis Vuitton. Supreme also collaborates with artists and photographers, and it often showcases their work on its clothing and skate decks.

MOWALOLA

Mowalola is a fashion label founded by Mowalola Ogunlesi, a Nigerian-born designer who is known for her unique and vibrant aesthetic that draws heavily from her Nigerian heritage and London fashion education. Quickly gained attention for her bold and unconventional designs.

Mowalola's work continues to push boundaries and provoke conversation, making her one of the exciting names to watch in the contemporary fashion scene. Her brand exemplifies a fresh and audacious take on streetwear and luxury fashion, contributing to the ongoing dialogue about cultural diversity and representation in fashion.

ACNE STUDIOS

Acne Studios has established itself as a respected name in the fashion industry, known for its modern and well-crafted designs that blend Scandinavian cool with a touch of avant-garde. The brand has a strong presence internationally, with flagship stores in major cities around the world, and it continues to have a significant impact on contemporary fashion due to its innovative approach and commitment to quality and creativity.

YORI SPORT

Yori Sport, the nyc brand has established itself as an emerging figure in contemporary fashion, known for its innovative designs, The brand continues to push boundaries and challenge conventions, making it a notable presence in the industry.

Yori aesthetic is characterized by a blend of utilitarian and streetwear elements, often incorporating bold graphics, industrial accents, and a focus on functionality.

HEAVN

Heavn by Marc Jacob’s collections often feature a mix of streetwear, high fashion, and avant-garde elements, creating a blend of edgy and eclectic pieces that appeal to a fashion-forward audience. The brand is known for its use of vibrant colors, unconventional silhouettes, and unexpected details that set it apart from more traditional fashion labels.

Heavn has been praised for its willingness to take risks and experiment with new ideas, pushing the boundaries of design and challenging conventional notions of fashion. The brand's pieces often combine elements of urban style with a high-fashion sensibility, resulting in a fresh and dynamic aesthetic that resonates with a diverse range of consumers.

CORTEIZ

Corteiz is a London streetwear brand that has gained traction globally for its unique culture and urban aesthetic. The brand is known for surprise pop ups and lifestyle clothing, edgy style, and contemporary take on street fashion.

Corteiz often incorporates elements of hip-hop culture, urban art, and modern trends into its collections, appealing to a young and fashion-forward demographic. The brand's pieces may feature eye-catching prints, statement slogans, and distinctive details that set them apart from more mainstream streetwear brands.

Collaborations with Supreme, Nike and musical and creative artists such as Central Cee, Skepta , Slawn and Gabriel Moses are common at Corteiz.