30 Affordable Streetwear Brands to Check Out That Won't Break the Bank

• Average Price Range: $60 to $190

The creator of Denim Tears, Tremaine Emory, has been championing black culture and racial justice for a long time, but he also pushes all the brands he collaborates with to do the same. Most recently, he posted his design of Chuck Taylors on IG, inspired by David Hammons’ ‘African-American Flag’ painting.  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. 

• Average Price Range: $60 to $150

Starting as a retail and restaurant concept in Washington,D.C., Diet Starts Monday was only intended to last three months.  The success the space experienced had it up for over a year, and when the location closed, it continued to operate pop-ups across the country. They have partnered with various companies to release $45-$55 collections as well as $90-$200 collections. Their latest releases feature anti-police brutality messages and an array of “Stop Killing Black People” tees.

• Average Price Range: $100 to $500

London based designer Samuel Ross started his British streetwear label A-Cold-Wall with functional design, fabric, and architecture in mind but as the climate changed, so did his focus.  As Black Lives Matter protests crossed the ocean, the brand reacted by not only making a donation to its BLM financial aid program, but by creating 10 grants in a myriad of categories, from fashion to urban planning to public administration to food services.

• Average Price Range: $80 to $150

Stocked with comfy shorts and cozy-cool hoodies that won’t break the bank, Brownstone is already on the radar of Lebron James, James Harden, the cool kids at Complex, who put it on their Brands to Watch for 2019 list, and the Roots; Brownstone was even enlisted to create the official merch for the Roots Picnic 2020. If that doesn’t make you want to get on board, they even designed and sold a shirt that raised over $45,000 for various BLM causes.

• Average Price Range: $60 to $150

As Renowned LA debuts their third collection this summer, creative director John Dean continues to push menswear to new heights by focusing on diversity and sustainability.  The collection, entitled “Against All Odds,” explores the American Dream and features powerful graphic t-shirts like the one shown here, featuring pinnacles of black culture since the Civil Rights Era.  All proceeds will go to The George Floyd Foundation and Reclaim the Block.

• Average Price Range: $150 to $300

Zac Clark, the creator of Fuck the Population, started his brand when he was only 15, creating t-shirts for his friends to wear in school (the shirts said “FUCK” but backwards because you know, teachers and stuff.) The line has remained highly controversial, as well as the founder himself.  Clark, a gun enthusiast, once posted so many images of his firearms on social media,  it led to a raid of the FTP warehouse by the cops, resulting in an arrest and $415k bail. Another interesting tidbit: hesitant to be the “face” of the brand, Clark wears bandanas to shield his identity.

• Average Price Range: $65 to $175

Niyi Okuboyejo strives to design attractive products. “I want to make products that people like because they like the way it looks. Then once they pick it up, they can start learning about the story.” And what a story. A true labor of love, Post-Imperial uses Nigerian artists who hand paint patterns on all the clothing before fabrics are hand dyed through a process developed by the Yorubas. When done, it’s all shipped to New York where everything is cut and sewn. Whether it’s beautiful button up tops, patchwork shorts, or galactic pocket tees, there’s a breathing taking design in his collection that’s waiting for you.

• Average Price Range: $45 to $80

Walker Wear isn’t new, even if this is the first time you’re hearing about the brand.  After seeing the success of Dapper Don, founder April Walker started her own brand in Brooklyn -- a trailblazer in streetwear, her brand has been worn by Jay Z, Aaliyah, Biggie, Tupac, and LL Cool J. Bringing transparency about the racism that exists in the fashion industry, you can read her  brilliant and insightful essay here and shop some of her cool designs below.

• Average Price Range: $50 to $150

Referring to his company as a “South Central” brand, founder Kacey Lynch is a strong advocate for storytelling.  Sitting on the idea of Bricks & Wood for a whole year before putting it out, Lynch thought his idea for a clothing brand was a “dope idea” but refused to put it out there before he had cemented the story he wanted to tell. Focused on high quality cut and sewn garments, each item is meant to promote balance and can be worn by both men and women.

• Average Price Range: $50 to $160

The motto of the brand Cross Colours feels extremely timely:  “Clothes Without Prejudices since 1989”. Started by entrepreneur Carl Jones with the later edition of graphic designer Thomas Jones, the brand was a vehicle to get out messages of racial unity, rebuking gang violence, and promoting education. The brand even has an HBCU Mentorship Program that connects students with resources to get into fashion and entertainment.

• Average Price Range: $60 to $150

Based in Brooklyn, every Crime Club piece is hand-printed and created in house. Their latest collection includes t-shirts and hoodies that speak to systemic racism and police brutality, including an Uncle Sam-inspired “I Want You to Help Us Stomp Out Racism” tee and the above “No Cops” tee, in which the brand has promised to donate 100% of the proceeds.

• Average Price Range: $90 to $150

If you’re feeling this year’s big tie-dye trend, you should check out Come Back As a Flower. Featuring cool rainbow and bleach tie-dye sweatsuit sweats, this LA brand is super sustainable, going as far as to use 100% recycled cotton for their one-of-a-kind hand-dyed pieces. This ethically produced brand is already loved by trendsetters like ASAP Rocky and Big Sean.

• Average Price Range: $45 to $100

Playful illustrations and colorful graphics make up the spring/summer collection of The Good Company. Sold out of  a tucked away Lower East Side storefront, this space also functions as a hub for the community of creatives that frequent it.  Acting as various environments from radio broadcast studio to music venue, founders Quinn Arneson and Kumasi Sadiki have provided a home-away-from-home for many aspiring artists, giving them a platform they might not be able to find elsewhere.

• Average Price Range: $80 to $120

It doesn’t feel right to mention black owned streetwear brand without recognizing the late Nipsey Hussle’s brand, The Marathon Clothing. Started by the rapper with his brother, Samiel Asghedom, along with A&R of Def Jam, Steve Carless and marketing strategist and public figure Karen Civil, was another endeavor in Nipsey’s mission to empower his community and people. While the clothing store closed down last year, the online retailer is still up and running.

• Average Price Range: $150 to $450

Sold at streetwear staples like Dover Street Market and MRPORTER, Martine Rose founded her brand in London in 2007. Inspired by her Jamaican-British heritage, Rose’s aesthetic mixes fun fabrics with clean silhouettes.  Her brand also participated in Get Up, Stand Up Now -- London’s exhibition to celebrate 50 years of Black British excellence.  She’s also developed a bit of a cult following in the menswear world, hosting fashion shows in unconventional locations.

• Average Price Range: $40 to $60

While Savage Fenty is known primarily for their lingerie and loungewear, the brand recently added a sports/streetwear category that was just in time for Rihanna's performance at the super bowl. This first launch included joggers, football jerseys, beanies, and more, so it will be interesting to see what's next. Especially as Rih is set to bring back Fenty Puma.

• Average Price Range: $60 to $180

Pharrell Williams might have his hands full as the creative director for Louis Vuitton, but he very much still has time for Billionaire Boys Club which is one of the leaders in streetwear. Founded by Pharrell and Nigo in 2003, the brand is still going strong twenty years later.

• Average Price Range: $65 to $15o

Founded by Nigerian designer Mowalola Ogunlesi, MOWALOLA is a brand that blends together the Nigerian and London roots of the founder through it's textile usage and unique pieces.

• Average Price Range: $150 to $160

HERON PRESTON has been holding it down in the luxury streetwear department. A brand that has had a relatively fast rise, they are definitely one to checkout for your newest streetwear needs.

• Average Price Range: $40 to $100

A traditional modern approach is the theme common amongst Darryl Brown pieces, and it is one that works beautifully as it stems from creator Darryl Brown's experiences working as an engineer. Simple and sophisticated.

• Average Price Range: $80 to $220

C'est Bon is a brand that blends together the influence of basketball, early streetwear and contemporary art as its aesthetic. What you get is a mixture of sports, streetwear, and a little bit of luxury with great quality. You can expect more from C'est Bon in the future as they are still a young brand.

• Average Price Range: $50 to $115

Founded by Gulliame Schmidt and Edson Sabajo, Patta has quickly gone from a reselling boutique in Amsterdam, to a major brand pulling in major numbers and collaborations. Patta most recently worked with Converse on a new collab for St. Patrick's Day, and you can be sure there's a lot more where that came from.

• Average Price Range: $160 to $225

Founded by Drew Evans, Homme + Femme is a brand that takes you back to the 1990s and 2000s with their old school feel and charm, while also capturing the essence of Los Angeles Streetwear. The French name, which translates to man and woman, signifies the premium lifestyle the brand aims to curate with each collection.

• Average Price Range: $50 to $110

Brooklyn's Finest. BKc is a menswear line very much inspired by its roots, culture, and history, with the brand offering denim pieces to their classic varsity jackets. Each piece in their various collection tells a story, and that remains the most important thing to the company.

• Average Price Range: $25 to $45

Dumbstart New York is a Conceptual Arts Streetwear Brand that was founded in 2011. Their motto is one that is actually quite simple—pursue your passions regardless of whatever obstacles life throws your way, and look fly while doing so. Easy enough right?

• Average Price Range: $60 to $228

Good Man Brand was co-founded by Russell Wilson, who knows a thing or two about dressing nice. However, Wilson also understands the concept of affordability, so all of the pieces in the brand our reasonable priced, which is very helpful.

• Average Price Range: $40 to $100

10 Deep has been in the streetwear game since 1995. From their joggers to their t-shirts and ballcaps, 10 Deep's primary inspiration stems from street culture elements such as graffiti, skate, punk, and hip hop.

• Average Price Range: $50 to $300

Founded by Chris Gibbs and Beth Birkett, Union LA is one of the go-to for streetwear enthusiasts. And the cool thing is that their prices are within a reasonable budget. Union LA also has a number of cool collaborations to their name, including work with Nike.

• Average Price Range: $80 to $220

Founded by YG, 4HUNNID is another place to cop some affordable streetwear. You know YG stays fresh, and his line is a representation of that.

• Average Price Range: $150 to $200

Karl Kani is one of the Godfathers of streetwear, having put down its roots in 1989. Whether you are looking for t-shirts, shorts, or hoodies, the brand has you covered from head to toe.