When you think about streetwear brands, popular ones like Off-White, Stüssy, Supreme, BAPE, and Carhartt often come to mind. But if you take a second to look around, you'll find that there is a ton of ~creative~ blood pulsing through the streets of Manila. More and more homegrown brands pop up every day, widening street fashion's reach and making them more accessible to others. Their designs vary, too, so you'll definitely find something that suits your taste and preference.
Ahead, we put together 10 underrated local streetwear brands that deserve your attention:
1. Syndrome Supply
Follow them: @syndrome.supply
If you're into minimalist graphic tees, be sure to check out Syndrome Supply's selection of shirts. They also have the SyndrHome Collection, where they sell cool custom mirrors and *big* tote bags.
2. Palm Origins
Follow them: @palmorigins
Miss going to the beach? Palm Origins' designs will make you think of hot summer days and salty waves.
3. RAGS
Follow them: @rags.ph
You're sure to stand out with RAGS' brightly-colored pieces.
4. Gnarly!
Follow them: @gnarlyph
Are tie-dye pieces more of your vibe? Gnarly's got you covered!
5. AUG3
Follow them: @aug3official
We love anything space-related, so AUG3's shirt designs are a sure win for us.
6. DISTORTED
Follow them: @distorted.ph
DISTORTED's designs aim to promote each person's individuality to show that yes, the kids did turn out fine.
7. Charlotte Folk
Follow them: @charlotte__folk
Charlotte Folk may be a young brand, but it has gained quite a following in a short period of time, thanks to its creative designs and eye-catching color palettes.
8. WE DROOL
Follow them: @wedrool.co
WE DROOL offers shirts and hoodies with minimalist designs that are sure to be closet staples.
9. Nobody Clothing
Follow them: @nobodyclothing
Streetwear doesn't always have to be dark and tough. Nobody Clothing's latest drop features pastel hues and flowers!
10. SYF
Follow them: @supportyourfriendss
We can't say no to a good statement tee, and SYF has a *ton*! They're perfect for double tap-worthy 'fit pics.
11. MANILA MEETS LOS ANGELES
Follow them: @mnlaofficial
Just like their brand name suggests, MN + LA aims to create pieces that combine aspects of Manila and Los Angeles' culture.
12. DSTRCT
Follow them: @dstrctclothing
If you're into boxy, oversized shirts in neutral tones, you'll *love* DSTRCT's pieces.
13. SHTICK
Follow them: @the.shtick
SHTICK has mostly colorful pieces that include shirts, bucket hats, and baseball caps.
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