2. Hip-Hop’s Oversized Streetwear

In the 1980s and 90s, hip-hop pioneers such as Run DMC and LL Cool J revolutionized fashion with oversized streetwear. Baggy jeans, bold tracksuits, bucket hats, and athletic sneakers became signature looks, reflecting the genre’s emphasis on individuality and authenticity.
These styles emerged from urban music scenes, not designer ateliers, and quickly spread to global youth culture. Decades before luxury brands embraced streetwear, hip-hop established these pieces as everyday essentials. The enduring influence of hip-hop fashion is explored in depth by Vogue.