Clothes Quote by Kerby Jean-Raymond
“All clothes are worn on the street, but 'streetwear' had once described T-shirt brands and skate-inspired brands, and now it's just a lazy innuendo used to describe clothing made by designers that the establishment deems 'less than.'”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fashion Talk, 2022
Streetwear originally described grassroots, skate‑inspired apparel, now the term is co‑opted by high‑fashion designers, diluting its authentic meaning.
In simple terms: Streetwear’s meaning has been commercialized.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and preserve authentic culture.
Themes
fashion
culture
commercialization
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
cultural
industry
When to use this quote
- runway shows
- brand collaborations
- street festivals
- media coverage
Key Concepts
authenticity
branding
subculture
elitism
Questions to Reflect On
- Who decides who owns cultural terminology?
- How can original creators retain influence?
A Different Perspective
The redefinition can marginalize original creators and blur cultural lines.
