When streetwear went high fashionWhen streetwear went high fashion - did it lose its soul?
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The article explores the transformation of streetwear from its rebellion and community-focused beginnings to its current status on luxury runways. During the Jeff Staple store launch in New York, streetwear enthusiasts voiced concerns about whether high price tags and elitism have diluted the culture. With luxury brands now dominating the streetwear scene, fans wonder if authenticity and accessibility are being sacrificed in favor of profit, prompting a broader discussion on the state of streetwear today.
Streetwear's evolution from its roots in rebellion and community has left many questioning whether the culture remains authentic or has been compromised by luxury markets.
Inside the Jeff Staple store launch, fans reflected on how high price tags challenge the original ethos of accessibility that streetwear once championed.
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