How Women Came To Own The Streetwear Look

There was a (brief) time where streetwear was just for the guys. But today in 2025, it has come a long way. Like every true fashion trend in history, women started rocking oversized hoodies, baggy jeans, and fresh kicks long before high fashion caught up. It started with celebrities like Rihanna and Kim Kardashian styling their urban fashion to turn paparazzi full sidewalks into their personal catwalks.

At Notorious Lifestyle, we know that streetwear isn’t just about the clothes—it’s about confidence, creativity, and owning the vibe. It’s about standing out without trying too hard, mixing high and low fashion, and never following someone else’s rules.

What are the staples of streetwear?

The rule with streetwear fashion is comfort and effortless cool so start with that in mind while building your wardrobe. These are the essentials you need.

Baggy jeans & cargos

Nothing says casual streetwear like loose, relaxed denim or utility-style cargo pants. Baggy jeans bring that ‘90s and Y2K energy, while cargos add a tactical edge with all those extra pockets.

Oversized hoodies

Big hoodies are at the heart of streetwear fashion. You can wear them in a vintage vibe or an artsy design. Oversized hoodies are also perfect for layering—rock them over biker shorts, cargos, or joggers.

Cropped t-shirts

Streetwear pieces often come in oversized designs, but you can balance them with something a bit more structured. A cropped tee is perfect for that. You can go keep it simple in neutral colors, or dress it up a bit more with retro graphics, or a fitted ribbed design.

Joggers and sweatpants

The main difference between joggers and sweatpants is that joggers are made for physical activity, so they’re generally thinner and more lightweight. Sweatpants are thicker, and people wear them more often in the winter or cold weather. From a style perspective, joggers are usually more fitted and have a tapered leg that hugs the ankles while sweatpants are looser with have a straight or longer leg. Both are comfortable and easy to style.

Sneakers

We can’t talk about streetwear without talking about sneakers. The quality or design of your sneakers can bring your entire look together. Some of the favorites are Air Jordans, Nike Dunks, Adidas Sambas, or New Balance 550s, but new styles drop every day, in different colors and styles. There’s also a lot of history in sneakers, so you can go with retro looks or futuristic models, depending on your mood or vibe you’re aiming for.

Outerwear

In the summer, you can easily go with a graphic tee or spaghetti top but in the winter, you need more outerwear. Bomber jackets and varsity jackets keep it sporty. Puffer coats and parkas are best for Colorado winters, because they warm you up and add volume.

Socks

Don’t underestimate socks. Gen Z and Millennials are at war about ankle socks, but we think you should go with whatever you’re comfortable with and what works with your sneakers. If you’re in shorts, think about the length and color of your socks. For very active days, make sure they give you support, if you’re feeling playful, get some graphic designs, there are amazing colors and designs on the market.

Accessories

Heavy knit beanies and fedoras are great for cold weather. In the fall or spring time, go with baseball cap. For the summer, try a bucket hat because it looks great and protects you from direct sunshine. Cross body bags are great to carry stuff around without adding volume to your look and freeing up your hands. If you like jewelry, chunky gold chains and rings help you to create an elevated style.

Breaking the stereotypes: streetwear is for everyone

Streetwear isn’t just for skaters, sneakerheads, or hip-hop culture—it’s for everyone. What started as an underground movement has blown up into a global style, worn by people from all walks of life.

The biggest clothing company brands and luxury fashion houses have fully embraced streetwear. In the past few years, top designers like Balenciaga, Louis Vuitton, and Dior have added sneakers, joggers, and lounge wear to their collections. You’ll see high-end runway models wearing the same New Balance, Air Jordans, and Adidas kicks that everyday sneakerheads have been rocking for years.

But streetwear clothing isn’t about following trends. There are no rules, no right or wrong way to wear clothes. You can mix oversized hoodies with sleek joggers, rock men’s sneakers with a cropped t-shirt, choose brand names or go boutique shopping to discover new independent designers. The main thing is to wear clothes that reflect your personal style make you feel like yourself.

Looking for the latest drops in women’s streetwear and sneakers? Visit us at Notorious Lifestyle, we curate our collections to help you stand out and give you options and we carry women's fashion as well as.