Not Just a Hoodie – a Statement.
With imitations of street fashion saturating the fashion industry, the Realism Hoodie by Australia’s underground clothing industry can be seen as something truly different. It not only breaks well–it talks. Created at the cross-road between the fine-art realism, and the coarse street culture, this artwork goes against the well-worn belief that the fashion and fine-art segment should be, well, in different rooms.
And if you’ve been wishing to have a hoodie which will have people look at in the skate-boarding park and in the gallery, then you have it.
The Design Philosophy
Realism as Rebellion
There has always been a privilege in Australian streetwear, formed as a result of an Australian sun, surf, and an unhealthy attitude towards obeying rules. The Realism Hoodie makes it a part of all the stitches. The visual art projects itself on the basis of hyper realism in illustrations: a meticulous line, dramatic contrast, and imagery, which breathes on the canvas.
Im wear my art be the statement
Whether it was a representation of a realist city, a portrait done in detail and in black and white, or an image of nature taken up to the size of a billboard — the realism style conveys honesty. Nary a cartoon, Nary a slogan, Nary a plunkitt. Simple aesthetical affect.
Australian Streetwear, Unfiltered
In fact, Australian streetwear has been quietly exporting an unhyped, and long-lived special to the world over the years – it is not rich with hype cycles like New York or Tokyo, but it is creative in every other way. The rich scene of the country in the visual landscape red earth, urban grit, coastal rawness is being tapped by local brands.
In such a place is this brand. The label has been started by creatives who came to the fore via the skate and art scenes and considers each drop a mini-collection. The Realism embodies all that they uphold: uncompromising craft, local pride and not wanting to be viewed like any other person.
It is not just about appearance by putting it on. It is about aiding in independent vision of creativity that is not subject to fads.
How to Wear It
The Realism Hoodie is a foreground, rather than a background feature. Let it lead. Combine it with cargos or loose denims that are straight legs or wide legs to wear up the loose oversized top. Keep shoes clean- large skate shoes or old runners will be fine without conflicting with the print.
Wear under an open overshirt or bomber when it is colder in Australia. Stay away of loud accessories, the Realism Back Logo Hoodie Asphalt graphic speaks as much as it needs. The rest of your outfit in neutral colour ways will allow the artwork to accomplish precisely what it was intended to accomplish; to catch the eye of those passing by.
