Once rooted in skate parks and underground music scenes, streetwear has exploded into a billion-dollar industry. But its essence hasn’t changed—it’s still about rebellion, creativity, and community. The hoodie, once a symbol of nonconformity, is now a high-fashion staple. Collaborations between luxury houses and streetwear brands prove that fashion is no longer top-down. Streetwear is democratic; it starts on the streets, thrives online, and shapes the global style narrative from the bottom up.