Local streetwear is a mixture of style and function with a variety of expressions. With artworks mostly printed on shirts and cool cloths, it allows style, statement, and comfort into daily wear. Here are some local brands that show the diverse culture behind the country’s streetwear fashion.
1. Don’t Blame the Kids
Started off as a passion project of a brother tandem, this brand developed memoirs of fun childhood spun into punchy looks. Don’t Blame the Kids or DBTK sends a message of pursuing passions without forgetting the kid inside.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dbtkco
2. Gnarly!
Combining pop, comic, and retro – this brand became a refreshing take for the monochromatic skater streetwear look. Gnarly created comic characters which were well-received by its followers. Their distinct wit and personality add another dimension to Gnarly as a lifestyle brand.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/gnarliestpage
3. Team Manila
From taking a fresh look at key historical figures to boldly stating a stand on current issues – Team Manila gives out multiple facets of Philippine culture in their apparel. The design studio grew into producing merch that gets the street life while showing love for anything local for locals. Their shirts are made up of quality cloth which makes them cool for almost daily wear.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/teammanila
4. The Daily Grind
From the makers of Team Manila, The Daily Grind positively resonates with the daily hustling and grinding of every Filipino since day one. This brand highlights skateboard, biking, ragged-grunge style, and hip-hop into their designs. Currently, the brand’s design incorporates top brand logos complementing their own logo.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/dailygrindclothing
5. Skoop
With the designer’s Japanese roots infused with local lifestyle, Skoop offers streetwear and athletic wear which can be worn for sports and chill. The prints are reminiscent of famous Japanese items and icons. Skoop’s take of the Great Wave is a bestseller.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/SkoopKommunity
6. Nick Automatic
One of the longstanding streetwear brands in the country, Nick Automatic has its influences on street culture, punk music, and cartoon heroes. These influences reflect on the apparel’s distinct comical, colorful, and bold designs making it one of the sought-out pieces by its growing followers.
Faacebook: www.facebook.com/nickautomatic
7. Medisina
Known for its signature Brgy. Tibay statement, Medisina is a brand known to be upfront and unapologetic about their designs. Medisina is well-loved by known rock bands in the country as it is always spotted during performances.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ANISIDEM
8. Enimal
Enimal introduces color swatches, lines, and prints that are not from your typical streetwear, which make their designs wearable for all ages. Their design choices are about experiences, music, and adventures making their brand rise to the top.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/EnimalWorldWild
9. Drone Clothing
This brand does away with the over-the-top branding as it opts to produce high-quality products at an affordable price. On its tenth anniversary, Drone Clothing produced a limited 100-item collection for sale.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DroneClothingCo
10. THE Clothing
One of the pioneer streetwear brands, THE clothing has continuously collaborated with famous brands and personalities while maintaining their original statement t-shirts. Their designs are usually sought for by their following as each design gets sold out quickly.
Facebook: www.facebook.com/theclothing.twpm
