15 Best Indian Streetwear Brands That Are Too Cool To Miss

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For all the times I've stolen my brother's hoodie, it wasn't just to look cool, but for the comfort it brings. Let's be real—little black dresses are sexy, but comfort is king. The best part is, Indian streetwear brands have really listened to our demands in recent years, merging comfort with style in a way that I'd now prefer to wear a cool printed jacket to a party instead.

Here's A List Of 15 Best Streetwear Brands In India

Midnight LAW

Founded in 2018, Midnight LAW is one of the best streetwear brands in India, heavily influenced by vintage/retro aesthetics, visual arts, punk, early space age, and other artistic and mainstream countercultures of the past. If you're someone who loves bold graphic designs, then this is the brand for you. Expect everything from hoodies and sweatshirts to t-shirts and crop tops. The t-shirts from their Far Out 60s collection are simply supreme—affordable and so cool that we already have two in our carts. Additionally, the hoodies from their Vapor collection are a perfect blend of Greek-inspired and Y2K styles.

Best known for: Graphic t-shirts, 80s collection

Toffle

Toffle

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Synonymous with customized streetwear, Toffle, based in New Delhi, was founded by Kashish Gemini. At Toffle, the focus is on design over brand, where it’s the designs—or works of art—that speak to the consumer, not the brand itself. Known for their t-shirts, we highly recommend checking them out! We love how their collection offers a mix of everything, from minimal hoodies to uniquely fascinating t-shirts. Priced in the mid-range, t-shirts usually retail for INR 3,000.

Best known for: Upcycled jackets, T-shirts

Drippin Moncky

A gender-neutral brand, Drippin Moncky is an "amalgamation of human evolution and style." Their clothes make a bold statement, featuring extreme designs, patterns, and graphics. If this is your vibe, expect plenty of boxy t-shirts, co-ord sets, and oversized pieces. The prices are reasonable too; we're especially big fans of their baggy unisex hoodies, particularly the oversized ones.

Best known for: Tie-dye basketball shorts, t-shirts

Jaywalking

Founded by Jay Jajal, Jaywalking is one of the top streetwear brands in India that celebrates art and culture. Spotted even on Ranveer Singh, this gender-inclusive label draws heavy inspiration from hip-hop culture. No wonder it offers a cool selection of boxy shirts and oversized sweatshirts. This Bombay-based brand also features boxy utility pants and pleated trousers, perfect for stepping out in style!

Best known for: Hoodies and sweatshirts 

Pro Tip: Know more about this brand here.

Exhale

Exhale

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Mental health matters, and Exhale Label takes it seriously. With a mission to empower the mind, body, and soul, this brand promotes the importance of mental health. Founded by Palak Shah, each piece of clothing is named after a woman who inspired her. Sounds fantastic, right? With slogans like "We Are A Brainwashed Generation" and "Self Love" on t-shirts, joggers featuring barcodes, and long-flowing shirts, there's something for everyone. They recently launched their menswear collection in collaboration with Karan Johar, and the drip is off the charts.

Best known for: Minimal but quirky shirts and joggers 

Pro Tip: Want to know more? Check out here!

Shia Rai

Shia Rai

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Ever since we spotted singer and rapper Rajakumari in Shia Rai, we couldn't get enough of this streetwear brand in India. Known for its structured and gender-fluid clothing, this label has pieces like sweatshirts, jackets, skirts, crop tops, tunics and a lot more. Whether you like a baggy fit or a snug fit—there's plenty for you to discover. Love customised outfits? Shia Rai handles customisations, and we'd recommend having a conversation with them. 

Best known for: Unisex clothes, runway style tops and bottoms, customised clothing

Almost Gods

Almost Gods

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No cap, it's one of the best streetwear brands in India. This Delhi-based label was founded with the intention of representing India on a global platform. Hence, the label's design philosophy is inspired by Indian culture and heritage. Three things worth checking out are the camo net cargo pants, orient midi satin dress, and Mosiac butterfly swimsuit top. Apart from these, they do lots of t-shirts that you can check on their site.

Best known for: Graphic t-shirts, hoodies and sweatshirts  

Smoke Lab

Comfortable, baggy, minimalistic, and chic—Smoke Lab is more than just a premium vodka brand. It is also one of the top streetwear labels in India for millennials. This gender-inclusive label emphasises functionality, with pieces designed for those who aren’t afraid to make a revolutionary style statement. Sustainability is at the core of the brand's ethos. What’s worth shopping? Mini hoodies, suede sweatshirts, and printed bodysuits.

Best known for: Printed sets, co-ords

ADK By Avishi Dayal Kalra

ADK by Avishi Dayal Kalra draws inspiration directly from the streets, with one of their collections even influenced by construction workwear. Breaking the binary and social constructs of how one should dress, ADK is also a burst of colour. And that's what we found immensely attractive! Lavenders, navy blues, neon pinks and yellows, and vibrant combinations of these hues—ADK has a lot to offer. While you're at it, don't forget to check out their graphic T-shirts.

Best known for: Graphic tees, colour-block clothes 

Pro Tip: Read more about the brand here.

NoughtOne

Nought One

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NoughtOne's streetwear fashion is inspired by military uniforms, and the brand defines itself as a 3D or a conceptual representation of an engineer's knowledge base and individualistic personal style. The label makes use of Indian fabric and traditional techniques while ensuring the production of eco-friendly outfits. We absolutely love their Utility Parka, Sunrise-Sunset Cropped Hoodie, Mountain Biker Jacket, Active Dress, and so much more. They've also collaborated with Vans, Adidas, and Absolut—you can check these collaborations out on their website.

Best known for: Jackets, hoodies 

FKNS by Narendra Kumar

Here is where street fashion seamlessly transforms into glam club style! FKNS by Narendra Kumar is athleisure wear turned luxe fashion brand. Expect hand embroidery, brocades, and velvets, paired with trademark cuts, fits, and sharp tailoring, all blended with easy, leisure silhouettes. We love the use of chic backdrops featuring colourful graffiti aesthetics. Personally, I’m drawn to the oversized jackets and blazers for the sheer variety they offer.

Best known for: Modern corsets, statement shirts 

Biskit

This Indian streetwear brand is a "concept-driven studio" that makes every piece look like it is coming from the year 2055. All the minimalists would love to splurge here as it merges their simple handcrafted construction with eye-catching art. They make gender-neutral pieces that redefine the word 'classic' in the most impeccable way possible. The label's LOT 202401 collection includes some of the most artistic styles, especially the Cellular Shirt and Green Face T-shirt.

Best known for: Denim jackets, sweatshirts

Huemn

HUEMN

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HUEMN, pronounced as "human," is one of the top streetwear brands in India that truly lives up to the word 'drip.' The label offers unisex clothing focused on using visual language to provoke the evolution of culture. Sweatshirts, jackets, crop tops, dresses, shirts, T-shirts—they elevate all the basics to another level. In their latest collection at Lakmé Fashion Week, they used mud to signify design texture—how thought-provoking is that? Not to mention, they also created eco-friendly fabrics made from recycled PET bottles.

Best known for: Loungewear, shirts

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Farak

Farak

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Farak's brand messaging is encapsulated in their hashtag #BeTheFarak, which means "be the difference." They create that difference in the fashion world by "redefining Indian artisanal luxury & heritage." By combining the beauty of South Asian culture with the streetwear genre, their creations are nothing short of impeccable. From hand-block printing to handspun fabrics and handwoven designs, each piece tells a story of Indian craftsmanship.

Best known for: Jackets, block-print hoodies

Bluorng

Bluorng

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Yet another Indian street brand that made waves on social media is BLUORNG (Blue-Orange). But no, that does not mean the brand only uses these two colours, it's just their way of saying that whatever they make is nature-inspired The label uses premium-quality fabrics to elevate everyday comfort, and you will undeniably feel it when you wear one of their shirts, hoodies, cargos, or shorts. 

Best known for: Back-print T-shirts, shorts

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