The concept of techwear is relative. An anorak that can’t store an iPad might not be tech enough for some people. But if that same anorak can hold a hammer and a Bible it’ll be perfect for Amish hypebeasts.
People get the wrong idea. Techwear isn’t a subgenre of streetwear, it’s an entire genre of clothing altogether just like business attire, workwear, streetwear, etc. It has its own paths and different turns just like any other type of clothing. People get soo hung up on what is and isn’t “true techwear” but there’s no dictionary definition, if it were that straightforward then everybody’s tech fits would all be the same.
but where does "techwear" end and "cosplay" start? I think most people will agree with your position, but everyone has a different definition of what is and what isn't techwear, and those kind of differences are the cause of all the heated arguments where one tries to bash the others style.
Ok so i've bee an active wearer of the japanese street fashion called Elegant Gothic Lolita(egl or Lolita for short) for about 7 years now, I've done my research, worn the fahsion and know my shit inside and out, so I can vouch and tell you how WE handle this type of split in the fashion. We simply have substyles. Some more approved than others but all are typically acknowledged to some degree. The substyle I think is most similar to this "techwear or not techwear" situation is ERO Lolita. Ero lolita is short for Erotic lolita and it is very different from the modest and very covered "lil bo peep" aesthetic that is the base/core of Lolita. Ero is more comprised of shorter skirts, maybe some fishnets, chokers, more sexy in nature. Yet it still incorporates Lolita specific brand pieces of clothing, staples typical of the base/core fashion like the skirt/dress or the headbows many lolitas wear, petticoats. A major ero lolita staple is going blouse-less(not wearing a blouse under your dress should you be wearing one), it is a must at this point to achieve an ero lolita look. But most will agree it's still a substyle of Lolita, and therefore part of Lolita fashion as a whole, despite it not adhering to the more strict guidlines set for the base style of the fashion. So what i'm saying is there needs to be a substyle of techwear that doesn't necessarily cater to the base/core og functionality elements that make something techwear, but more of the aesthetic side. As in it pays homage to it's orgins but this new substyle in itself is not base/core og techwear. Perhaps the names "aesthetic techwear" or "future wear". Theres also substyles of goth like "cyber goth" and (begrudingly) "mall/hottopic goth", that couldn't be further from what goth started as, but it's goth all the same and almost everyone in the goth community from what i've seen tends to agree that they're seperate but still share the same orgins/inspo. Tbh, it's actually getting pretty fucking silly how a good chunk of the techwear community seems to be too far up their own elitist asses to come together and apply this very simple solution that's been going on in fashion for decades now. It's going to branch off into substyles and y'all are just gonna have to deal with it and fight to ensure the base/core fashion these substyles come from remains strong and unchanged despite everything happening as a result of it. Grow some balls, draw some lines, but don't stunt the evolution and growth of your fashion just because a dude wants to look like a cool ninja without his underoos being waterproof, ya dig? Also, DON'T even get me started on how Lolita too used to be a hobby exclusively for the wealthy since Lolita dresses were typically $200 and up and only a few places existed where you could get them, but over time the same very dreaded "taobao shop" many techwear folks frown upon, began to produce high quality Lolita dresses that give the big brands a run for their damn money to the point that big brand stores are shutting down storefronts in 2019 due to loss of customers to the taobao brands. Fashions change and techwear needs to wake the fuck up if it thinks it's immune to that. -Sincerly, A lolita and jfashion veteran who's been in this shit long enough to know where it's going.
I agree with so much of what you're saying!! I also thought a pretty important part of techwear vs. "cosplay" techwear that he didn't mention was *pricing* . A lot of people getting into techwear can't afford the high quality material and expensive brand techwear that is often central to utility techwear, but they want to wear things which look and often function in similar ways. I've always been into alternative fashion and when I saw techwear I love the idea of it, but after seeing the prices on clothes people said were 'essential' techwear pieces on techwear reddit and forums, I definitely felt that techwear was unrealistic for me to get into. But I still liked the style, so I'd buy uniqlo black bodysuits and aliexpress black hoodies with straps and buy spare buckles and stuff to sew them on myself and shein chest packs. And I'd say it looked cool. Not only that, but it wasn't all that impractical of a fashion style too. Function wise, it was great, and yeah, the materials might not have been top level but I couldn't afford that stuff so this is what I had. There's definitely elitism and materialism on the 'aesthetic' side of techwear, I won't deny that. But there's just as much on the utility teachwear side as well, I'd argue.
I feel like I would get judged heavily by the more technical side of techwear if I ever talked about my fits, considering I get inspired a lot by old scarlxrd and mxdvs.
@@SlavicSurgeon let the dude dress as he wants. My question to this guy commenting on being judged is why bother giving a fuck. People gonna judge, hell if I saw someone dressed liked Naruto casually strolling into Walmart I’d judge, but my opinion shouldn’t matter in what someone wants to do.
As more of an "observer" and lover of fashion and streetwear, your videos are so awesome and educational! Thank you so much for doing what you do Antwon! All the best man!
Coming from an outdoor background, it's the material performance first, followed by the aesthetics and "street cred". I think both can inform the other in many ways, so I'm fine lumping them both together.
For me, I prioritize the visual aesthetic first, and function is second. With that said though, some of the over the top stuff like knee guard, helmet, extra holsters... Those are too much.
@@viktoriyaserebryakov2755 Correct, but othets prefer to prioritize the visual side over the function- it all come down to your interest and preferred expression
the cone analogy was great for this type of fashion. i got into techwear after seeing acronym clothing, i loved the features, materials and build quality, so from the get go, i wanted a military inspired but still minimal pieces. after two years I've started to buy acr pieces but at the start i was buying cheaper non technical pieces. From my experience of being on both sides of the fashion style, i believe the divide comes from the persons budget how much they value the technical properties and cut of pieces what aesthetic they are wanting however if someone wears clothing with no technical properties then i don't believe it should be "classed as techwear " . dark fashion is a better term in my opinion. though if someone wears the dark fashion style i'll not slate someone for doing so.
wow, thank you for addressing this point, i was writing a thread on reddit about this exactly XD seeing lots of debates on the FB page too! you are the one i really discovered techwear through, especially for the performance aspect but while I resonate more with the cyberpunk/edgy side of techwear, I always thought that specs were important and I was really bummed seeing that the only brands that were combining both were expensive as hell (i.e. Acrnm, GG and so on...) It's a real problem for people with a tighter budget cause you have to choose between specs with TNF/uniqlo or aesthetic and you end up on Taobao.... anyway, i'm really glad to see that you accept both sides of the movement and like you i really enjoy seeing both sides of the community ! keep up the good content, love your channel man :D
Honestly, I fully feel like I sit on the 'performance' side of this, but I didn't always. I as a teen I was really into loud, punky clothing with adornments and aggressive cuts. I got heavy into the tactical stuff which, ironically, is what's drawn me down the other way - going towards high-grade tac kit (think Triple Aught Design) lead me into more outdoor activities, and I started buying climbing and hiking brands (still in Black). The focus on technology/performance in those does have an aesthetic consequence, but mostly they're very clean and subdued as a result. I like it a lot.
This is almost the exact path I took as well. When I was young it was skater/surfer style, then I got into minimalism/Goruck, which led to EDC/Triple Aught Design, and when I found the techwear scene it expanded into outdoors brands like Arcteryx as well as everyday brands like Uniqlo/Muji. I do love the techninja/tactical aesthetics because it pushes the boundries, but personally I get more inspiration from people that really rely on limited and highly curated gears - onebag travelers, digital nomads, ultralight hikers, bow hunters, all sorts of minimalists in general. Really the lesson is to just to take what is useful, reject what is useless, and develop something that is your own.
im a huge fan of scarlxrd, but i don't think his outfits are anything remotely near what Techwear actually is. He is more accurately dystopian/cyberpunk clothing.
@@cine-ish Maybe not literally. IIRC, some time a ago on a live stream he proclaimed himself "king of this shit". This referring to the dystopian/techwear style, but don't quote me on it.
Yo, I happen upon the word "techwear" and decided to google it when I came across this vid. I'm honestly a little intimidated. BEFORE this I thought, Streetwear, Gothic (Punk), Cyberpunk, Tacticalwear and "Techwear" ect. ect. were all different sub-categories of stylistic variations in fashion that rubbed shoulders every so often. Like, Scarlxrd (who I had, up until now, had no idea he considered himself the "King of Techwear", lol) who has a more "Oriental (or Ninja) Gothic Street/Punk" style if I had to describe it (basically a cool-looking "weeb"). Some images displayed in this vid of tacticalwear is what I see people who play Airsoft games wear often because it's tactical and looks cool. Mixed in with a little gothic punk which I thought was where the chains and straps came from. Then of course cyberpunk which where I thought the minimalist look was from. Up until now I didn't realize it was all under the "Techwear" Umbrella... let alone a lowkey culture war. I thought I was just getting stylish stuff that both functioned and looked good (which according to this video it is, but without the gothic/punk/tactical variations).
I have always found the beauty of techwear to be the marriage of aesthetics and performance. I find that there needs to be more aesthetics accepted as techwear because the performance can definitely be there but like you said it is hard to convey in a photo. I have had similar debates in my fit pics comments sections online as you did with that fit mentioned in the video. I’d argue that the focus on this perception of utility by exploiting the aesthetics of straps and pockets and such actually draws you further from techwear because the utility becomes more contrived and actually has less use in the end. I think this has all occurred because the barrier of entry to understanding techwear and what it truly is is slightly higher than what new viewers are able to understand at first. It’s a hard style to get into in terms of just affording it so the younger folks struggle especially with the understanding of the aesthetic and details on the culture.
@@SlickEvaderindeed but the majority aren’t mixing black with anything they’re just putting black on black lol High possibility of looking out of place in a bad way. Especially during summer and spring
As someone who's only recently gained an interest in techwear, I'm still leaning more towards the fashionable exterior; but now that I dive deeper, I find the concept of hyper-functional clothing that leads to a very pleasing aesthetic the most attracting feature of techwear.
@Vlad Tepes realistically, in this modern civilization who would walk around with a tactical look composed of straps, military gear, a mask and to top it all of weapons and not look suspicious? Imo, it's just terrible and would fit a more dystopian look instead of techwear
@Vlad Tepes i mentioned that because when the person you replied said that guns and samurai swords aren't needed in techwear you replied with that it wouldn't be practical
@Vlad Tepes oh shit my bad i assumed you were talking about techwear as we were instead of tactical in general but why would you mention rainbow patterns though
the fact you see so many techwear "guros" running around with cheap knockoff Japanese swords shows how little they actually care about utility and tactical use, katanas are absolute shit both historically and in modern times so much so they were replaced by glorified pointy sticks. Its entirely aesthetic for those people.
Personally speaking, it was an evolution from one side to another. I was first drawn to techwear via a recommendation on reddit which had a more #techwear image accompanying it. So to begin with it was more about the aesthetic for sure. As i spent more time educating myself, finding channels like this on TH-cam and finding folk to follow in IG etc, it became about the performance also. However, in analysis this is not too surprising. My previous passion was raw denim so i already had an interest in well constructed hardwearing clothing. I'm also in my mid 40's with a dad bod so it i went full Scarlxrd i'd look like a twonk.
Them dudes on fb can’t for the life of them calm down and let shit go. You’d think they were campaigning for political parties or some shit. It’s just some waterproof jackets at the end of the day, if you disagree with what is and isn’t techwear then talk it out. The entire point of a fb group is discussion and debate
Scarlxrd and mxdvs fall under the urban/goth ninja category. There's no shame in dressing in this manner, however referring to it as techwear is simply incorrect and needs to stop
Yes, but there is a lot of techwear clothing that looks like that. IE- I have a lot of cyberpunk-looking, future-ninja looking techwear gear that's definitely techwear. Meta-materials that stretch, resist water, jackets that have magnetic pockets and hoods that magnetically close. Add a surgical mask, and it looks like something Scarlxrd would wear. BUT- it's the tech of the fabrics, and the utility for electronics and physical versatility that makes it techwear.
When I first started getting into tech wear, I started off with that ninja, cyberpunk aesthetic. The angles, the straps, to me it all looked really cool. Now, I've found ways to blend the functionality of true tech wear with the black, warcore aesthetic that I first fell in love with. Pieces like Muves slipper/sneakers, Quikflip jacket/bags, and some very nice tapered convertible pants had become one of my favorite outfits for the spring and summer time.
From someone who recently discovered the techwear style and has been looking into both sides of it I can say personally I do enjoy looking at the more “aesthetic/cosplay” style but my preference would have to be the functional side of the style.
I like to mix aesthetic pieces with high quality performance pieces. It makes the outfit comfortable yet not overly boring (because even the purely functional people prefer some sort of alternative style), and the better-fitting pieces balance the whole look out.
Funny thing: i've been going more and more for this techwear style, never really knowing it had a name like that, for years, now i found acronym and thought "this....this is it!" (superexpensive though :(). If i had to pick a side, im more of a super modern kind of guy (to use your own words), while i like the whole tech ninja look, i dont really see myself wearing that on a regular basis (or at all), but i do love the clean, utilitarian and high permormance look of the other side. That said, awesome video, will probably check everything your have here to know about techwear and how i can achieve the look im going for :)
I think you could have both. Looking like a modern ninja is cool, but it doesn't work when you have to go to work in most cases. I've found that a little DIY on tactical clothing and sportswear can get you what you need to meet in the middle of the two sides
Is Ant prowling for tech milfs? Can I make anything tech by treating it with heavy duty protective silicone spray for maximum water proofing? Also team goofy represent!
It’s not even about the fact that techwear is expensive, it’s about the fact that techwear has become way more broad than in should and now includes a more goth and focused view into an antisocial personality thus we get fits that can be considered not even techwear and lean into more avant-garde.
I agree I fit into the athleasure/streetwear.growing up i wanted y-3 because the tech infused streetwear.which in reality streetwear isn’t comfortable or long lasting.so to see the y-3 model make it beyond is exciting.i have an 11 year old steep tech jacket that transforms into a backpack and it’s my go to.people stop me all the time asking about it and are genuine about its function.
If we're talking about techwear from a fashion perspective, visuals and aesthetics would definitely play a major role. Though it's quite the same with other subgenres of fashion as well, it's not only about the visuals but it's also about the intrinsic value of the pieces. It's about the materials used, the history and meaning behind the clothing. This basically happens in other parts of the fashion community as well. For example, true fans of Fear of God and people who dress with the "Jerry boy" style.
I think that there should be a mix of both because I honestly love the aesthetic of the cyberpunk stuff but let’s be honest you’d look goofy in public. Like an anime Stan or sum. So I have some straps some pockets and overall my materials are still very durable and functional.
The whole urban ninja aesthetic is cool, but techwear is much more than that. Its a healthy blend of utility and style, and i think as a community we shouldnt worry about only looking like we’re on our way to become hokage.
Personally, I kind of fell into Techwear because of the cyberpunk urban ninja look, it's very eye catching. However I find myself much more into subtle and versatile pieces than anything now. Most of the pieces I own all work well together for the most part, and I can easily mix and match to make a great outfit. I tend to keep most of my outfits low key, with the exception of some shoes (eg. colorful React 87's or Vapormax's). Overall I just appreciate the versatility that a more subtle wardrobe with a technical and functional aesthetic provides. I do want to add more slightly asymmetrical pieces to my collection though.
I like tech wear that's sticking to the basics like a Nike Alpine acg jacket, Nike air max 270 bowfin, nice cargo parts that's treated and water resistant. All that crazy style isnt for me
There are some really nice China techwear brands. One would be the Enshadower that you already know, another would be Reindee Lusion, be sure to check it out on TaoBao
There should be a balance between the two, you don't want your outfit to be super impractical but cool looking, but you also don't want to only value performance but look like an incel
I think it really depends on why you are wearing techwear. I personally would go minimalistic because I want to be light, fit in more, and "blending" in. I like light utility, but people can definitely go a little more if they feel like it fits their character, style, and what they need.
The thing is, techwear is a fashion sub genre, and fashion is a visual art so the aesthetic is always gonna be the most important thing. People can claim that the functionality is what its all about but if function was most important, why would you post photos of your outfits? why not just write a list of what you were wearing and all the technical properties they have? Because it's about aesthetic. It's nice to have waterproof and breathable clothing but part of that is the visuals that come with it, technical materials oftwn look nicer than cheaper materials. Personally I find it lame when people list what their wearing with the properties of each piece, when you like or upvote a fit pic it's because of the aesthetic not because your pleased that their dry and not sweaty. I prefer the more technical side of techwear, but mainly because of the clean aesthetic it creates and not because I have an obsession with goretex
When it's art you've got to wear all day the performance aspect naturally comes into it too. Dressing up in ninja cosplay for the gram is one thing but when you've got to walk around awkwardly holding a katana all day it stops being quite so cool
I got torn a new one on a reddit for suggesting that gym shorts and a t-shirt is "techwear" lol. Originally I got into techwear from the flashy ninja stuff. I enjoy this aesthetic in it's own right, but I think it should be seperate from "techwear", I think it should be called "cyber punk" or something like that. As a purist, techwear should be ALL about functionality, and aesthetic only insofar as being presentable/decent/looking nice/elegant. In that regards, i felt all the outfits you were wearing were on point.
I feel like they can both coexist for the time being, with the more performance but less aesthetic for the casual day to day lives while we can have the A E S T E T H I C C clothes for the times where we want to show off and flex
I'm 52 and have been wearing tech wear forever from trench coats to cargo pants to fishing vests. This has always been in style, the young people just have a new name for it. Tech wear started after WW 2 when everyone in my generation's grandfather wore their army uniform to do work around the house.
I think techwear is especially appealing because of its balance of quality (materials, functionality etc) and aesthetics. Something that feels premium, is feature packed and potentially more meaningful than other clothing, but can still result in fashionable outfits. A style that consist of highlighting/accentuating those functionalities. I think this results in the futuristic vibe we really like and this is what I personally look for in a techwear outfit.
I usually just use my techwear outerwear (I love hoodies, sweater, jackets, and coats) as it what I use 24/7 and functionality is amazing. But then go balls to the wall when I want to do my Cyberpunk outfits
I've just realised that by your definition (which makes sense), I've been wearing techwear without knowing it. I got into hiking and hiking gear a year ago, and that was my contact with high performance materials. I saw the utility of them, they grew on me. I had to move for college, and I walk or bike to classes daily, so sort of naturally I've started wearing my goretex jacket, fleece, and even gtx hiking boots when it's raining or in snow, just because you can't beat their utility.
I see the wild outfits with vests, pockets and straps as more of a samurai vibe as it is quite loud and out there and the subtle minimal outfits as the ninja outfits as all the tech is hidden and lowkey
I may sound stupid for one being a year late, to this party or the fact I'm on the cyberninja/scxrlord side of techwear, but I really like the way it looks! I was one of those people who got caught in the broadside of the funnel, however I don't scoff at the performance spectrum or dress this way to impress, I just feel very comfortable and good in it. I just don't want to be judged by the other side is all.
I just think its cool to see the evolution of techwear from say 5-10 years ago, where anyone who dressed in clothing like this was considered a "freak". I welcome any and all fractures from the ORIGINAL umbrella of "techwear" and I'm excited to see how more creative minds warp the genre to their own preference. super dope.
Tl;dr: really appreciate your channel and the work you put in to making great in depth reviews/quality content. I’ve recently stumbled into techwear and I have to say I’m a huge fan. What appeals to me personally about the style is having something that looks futuristic and aesthetically pleasing while also providing comfort and utility. I think a lot of the excess straps and such are a bit tacky when overused, it’s been called borderline cosplay and I think that’s fitting. There is a fine line with the style that Errolson seems to have mastered and found the winning formula in my eyes. If I could afford it I’d be dropping racks on racks for some sweet acronym pieces. Recently copped the NikeLab ACG cargos from 2018, the last of Errolson’s Nike collaboration which is the closest I’ll be getting for now. I do have to say though they are probably my favorite pair of pants I’ve ever owned.
Going overboard with the extras is a bit much, and generally less attention-grabbing fits are considered more reasonable by a community that is supposed to gear more towards performance, but you can pry my paratrooper straps out of my cold dead hands.
I’m an older black business women and I love to make this 2 styles 1) business sleek 2) my sport mode so they have elements of techwear but blends and doesn’t stick out like a sore thumb
I came to techwear due to scarlxrd and liking sci-fi but the form over looks is something I also like, so I would just go either way depending on how I'm feeling
For me I care more about the aesthetic because most techwear I look at is for drawings, I have a character that dresses with this fashion, so it needs to be a good design, not really functional, because a lot of those functions won't be explored.
what scarlxrd wears is quite similar to techwear but truly it's much more darkwear than techwear. sometimes both can overlap and sometimes they'll be entirely separate
I prefer the beauty one cause I just will never get tired of those straps but I do like a lot of the more cleaner designs and do think that techwear community should stop criticising it's fellow brothers kinda thing to be more friendly and understand that every one of us have a different way of expressing itself and that is what I mostly like on techwear.
This was a really interesting watch! The whole video I was thinking of pushing into the best of both worlds so I guess I have to look into acronym lol.
I definitely lean more toward the slimmed down, low key and vaguely futuristic vibe. Love seeing the tech ninja aesthetics but do not feel confident rocking them as an older guy in a semi professional setting. 😂
I don't think there should be any sides at all. In my opinion, it all comes down to how you educate yourself. Then, you can decide what to emphasize more on your outfit, while ofc still having quality items.
as someone who is active outdoors (running/hiking/backpacking/skiing) i have always been interested in the **features**, and i'm excited #techwear has created an aesthetically appealing market for the gear i need. i want BOTH aesthetic & function. however, it is hard to find an aesthetically exciting piece that is as technically valid as 'traditional' gear. ie; i'm looking for waterproof cargos that *aren't* just scotchguarded. i have a Marmot rain jacket with GoreTex & taped seams yet it's minimal, and I'm looking to accent that with more #techwear style rain pants of equivalent quality. the duality of techwear needs to merge.
Techwear fashion- It needs more dangly strings, it needs more pockets, and it needs to be darker than black. Posing tips- hands in pocket, slouched looking towards the ground or off to the left side of the screen.
For someone just getting into techwear. I find the super modern functionality of the pieces are much more approachable than the future ninja look. Both look cool but I prefer the performance of the piece as opposed to just basing it solely on the aesthetic.
For me, I prefer the more minimalistic aspect of it. The outfits with a dozen pockets and straps are just too much for me. I just really enjoy the simpler designs that don’t make me look like a cyberpunk ninja. I’m not trying to cosplay, I just want a more “techy” look.
great video, thanks for addressing this! the problem is just the term "tech" itself, as though any one subculture could have a monopoly on technology. there are technical/technological requirements (and advancements) for people who ride the metro to their office job just as much as there are upon elite military snipers. there literally couldn't be anything more "tech" than something like the Levi's Project Jacquard jean jacket or even Google glasses but those are completely not #techwear. a new nomenclature like supermodern (or whatever) would go a long way to minimizing strife, though it's probably too late for that.
Who say that Levi's Project Jacquard or Google glasses are not techwear?! They are just cosplayers or normies. ttps://th-cam.com/video/7Q-caImkViE/w-d-xo.html
Personally techwear was always about peak functionality and effiecincy within clothing. I'd want different outfits for weather resistance and also just differences in terrain. I don't however think having ultra tapered cargos with 9 straps hanging off and holding a katana represents the efficiency. I always ask myself, will I get looked at strangely If I walk into a supermarket while wearing it.
"I always ask myself, will I get looked at strangely If I walk into a supermarket while wearing it." - That shouldn't even be here. If you're thinking about this then you definitely shouldn't wear this style. Self confidence 0.
I like some of the techwear looks. I do like the ninja/dystopian ones though i doubt it would suit me. Where I live rain isn't something I have to deal with regularly, winters are chilly but not too bad. The performance/practicality aspects are things that I just don't need.
One of my hobbies besides techwear is yoga. And yoga teaches that threre must be a balance in every aspect of life, like daily routine, relationships, politics or clothes. I try to bring this idea in my outfit- my wardrobe consists of some outdoor and athletics clothes, some military-techninja pieces, some grayman aesthetics pieces. Most importantly combine it in a harmonious way. Also I think that A4 Paper is very good at finding harmony and balance in his outfits, it can be learned from him. Always watch all your videos with much interest MyLittlePony, thank you for all you're doing.
I have a similar mix of pieces, being really into calisthenics. I think the techninja end of techwear is useful for pushing the aesthetic, but for everyday users it’s about choosing things that are useful and integrating it into your lifestyle. As long as there’s a functional reason for something to exist, you don’t have to justify it. But likewise, if you’re wearing a chest rig and a thigh holster just to look cool, you’ve probably gone too far.
I would say I'm in neither camp, more on the periphery of the aesthetic and community. I like techwear's promise of techy fabrics and function but I do not appreciate the aesthetic, especially the deepest and blackest of blacks that tend to be the predominate and sometimes only color in the fits. My style is a traditional Western male business casual aesthetic. I'd love to wear Gor tex outerwear cut like a blousson or field jacket in "standard" colors (blues, greens and greys) but, AFAIK, it's not out there. I still like the community. Unfortunately the techwear aesthetic of either camp does not match up with my lifestyle or how I like to dress.
I feel like there also tends to be a cross with dystopian wear when it comes to the more aesthetic side of techwear. I've seen alot of "tech" fits that feature brands like DEMOBAZA. I do feel like there needs to be a divivde, it's confusing otherwise.
The utility guys are just people in camping/hiking clothes. There's nothing wrong with that, but it was already a thing before techwear. They're not destinct enough to call it something other than what it is. Just regular camping/hiking wear.
I find that performance and versatility are more important where climate can change the way you style. Living near the equator definitely hasn't given me the opportunity to style any thing more than 2 layers
While i like the more urban ninja look, i wouldnt walk around in the streets like that, covered in straps and extra pouches. Its a little obnoxoius and has some sort of "show off" factor with it. I prefer the gray man approach with high performance materials that may look futuristic, but arent drawing too much attention.
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Instead of naming them something completely different, can't we just have two sub categories? Aesthetic techwear and performance/utility techwear?
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The concept of techwear is relative. An anorak that can’t store an iPad might not be tech enough for some people. But if that same anorak can hold a hammer and a Bible it’ll be perfect for Amish hypebeasts.
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An anorak made from black felt wool sounds like something Rick Owens would sell
lmao the twist at the end
People get the wrong idea. Techwear isn’t a subgenre of streetwear, it’s an entire genre of clothing altogether just like business attire, workwear, streetwear, etc. It has its own paths and different turns just like any other type of clothing. People get soo hung up on what is and isn’t “true techwear” but there’s no dictionary definition, if it were that straightforward then everybody’s tech fits would all be the same.
Exactly, no one really created techwear so people can't claim stuff to not be techwear just because their definition differs from someone elses
Definitely, it has its own rules and priorities to pretty much any other kind of fashion which is partly what I like about it so much
I'm fine with a broad definition, but I try to avoid cosplay.
Agreed once your fit look costumy it’s no longer considered style, its just cosplay.
Heat Pursuit that’s what fashion is cupcake. Costume.
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@@Y2Kr4SHM4N I'm not accredited, but just stick me in a cubicle. I'm pretty good at pretend-working.
but where does "techwear" end and "cosplay" start? I think most people will agree with your position, but everyone has a different definition of what is and what isn't techwear, and those kind of differences are the cause of all the heated arguments where one tries to bash the others style.
part of the "tactical" mindset is blending into crowds if neccessary. so in some cases these urban ninja costumes are truly less ninjalike
I'm a techwear God. I wear skin, the most technically useful clothing ever
My skins at the wash
Lightweight and no restrictions on articulation
So what are you running around naked😕?
@@azure8696 I have ACRNM tattooed on my ass cheeks so technically not
@@cine-ish I'm weak af🤣
Ok so i've bee an active wearer of the japanese street fashion called Elegant Gothic Lolita(egl or Lolita for short) for about 7 years now, I've done my research, worn the fahsion and know my shit inside and out, so I can vouch and tell you how WE handle this type of split in the fashion. We simply have substyles. Some more approved than others but all are typically acknowledged to some degree. The substyle I think is most similar to this "techwear or not techwear" situation is ERO Lolita.
Ero lolita is short for Erotic lolita and it is very different from the modest and very covered "lil bo peep" aesthetic that is the base/core of Lolita. Ero is more comprised of shorter skirts, maybe some fishnets, chokers, more sexy in nature. Yet it still incorporates Lolita specific brand pieces of clothing, staples typical of the base/core fashion like the skirt/dress or the headbows many lolitas wear, petticoats. A major ero lolita staple is going blouse-less(not wearing a blouse under your dress should you be wearing one), it is a must at this point to achieve an ero lolita look. But most will agree it's still a substyle of Lolita, and therefore part of Lolita fashion as a whole, despite it not adhering to the more strict guidlines set for the base style of the fashion.
So what i'm saying is there needs to be a substyle of techwear that doesn't necessarily cater to the base/core og functionality elements that make something techwear, but more of the aesthetic side. As in it pays homage to it's orgins but this new substyle in itself is not base/core og techwear. Perhaps the names "aesthetic techwear" or "future wear". Theres also substyles of goth like "cyber goth" and (begrudingly) "mall/hottopic goth", that couldn't be further from what goth started as, but it's goth all the same and almost everyone in the goth community from what i've seen tends to agree that they're seperate but still share the same orgins/inspo. Tbh, it's actually getting pretty fucking silly how a good chunk of the techwear community seems to be too far up their own elitist asses to come together and apply this very simple solution that's been going on in fashion for decades now. It's going to branch off into substyles and y'all are just gonna have to deal with it and fight to ensure the base/core fashion these substyles come from remains strong and unchanged despite everything happening as a result of it. Grow some balls, draw some lines, but don't stunt the evolution and growth of your fashion just because a dude wants to look like a cool ninja without his underoos being waterproof, ya dig?
Also, DON'T even get me started on how Lolita too used to be a hobby exclusively for the wealthy since Lolita dresses were typically $200 and up and only a few places existed where you could get them, but over time the same very dreaded "taobao shop" many techwear folks frown upon, began to produce high quality Lolita dresses that give the big brands a run for their damn money to the point that big brand stores are shutting down storefronts in 2019 due to loss of customers to the taobao brands. Fashions change and techwear needs to wake the fuck up if it thinks it's immune to that. -Sincerly, A lolita and jfashion veteran who's been in this shit long enough to know where it's going.
Damn this was well written
I agree with so much of what you're saying!! I also thought a pretty important part of techwear vs. "cosplay" techwear that he didn't mention was *pricing* .
A lot of people getting into techwear can't afford the high quality material and expensive brand techwear that is often central to utility techwear, but they want to wear things which look and often function in similar ways.
I've always been into alternative fashion and when I saw techwear I love the idea of it, but after seeing the prices on clothes people said were 'essential' techwear pieces on techwear reddit and forums, I definitely felt that techwear was unrealistic for me to get into.
But I still liked the style, so I'd buy uniqlo black bodysuits and aliexpress black hoodies with straps and buy spare buckles and stuff to sew them on myself and shein chest packs. And I'd say it looked cool. Not only that, but it wasn't all that impractical of a fashion style too. Function wise, it was great, and yeah, the materials might not have been top level but I couldn't afford that stuff so this is what I had.
There's definitely elitism and materialism on the 'aesthetic' side of techwear, I won't deny that. But there's just as much on the utility teachwear side as well, I'd argue.
@J Carson dresses actually 😂
Yep. Seeing infighting in J-fashion scenes (including gyaru!) really reminds me of this. I wonder if every subculture basically has this.
Keep throwing shit to each other, noted
I feel like I would get judged heavily by the more technical side of techwear if I ever talked about my fits, considering I get inspired a lot by old scarlxrd and mxdvs.
Mr xx Ultimate yea we will judge tf out you because we assume you don’t know how to make a decent techwear outfit that doesn’t look like cosplay
Nobody will judge, if they do. They some basic Jean wearers
@@SlavicSurgeon let the dude dress as he wants. My question to this guy commenting on being judged is why bother giving a fuck. People gonna judge, hell if I saw someone dressed liked Naruto casually strolling into Walmart I’d judge, but my opinion shouldn’t matter in what someone wants to do.
For me it means, minimalism,flexible materials, waterproof and Affordable prices!!!
ok but no affordable prices
@@MaxXXT111 cheaper if you throw the off the headwear and masks (which is something i don't like wearing becuase I like my smile.)
You mean Uniqlo?
Oh so boring
As more of an "observer" and lover of fashion and streetwear, your videos are so awesome and educational! Thank you so much for doing what you do Antwon! All the best man!
Thanks bro, much appreciated
For me, I got into techwear when I tried to make an unique image for my band, so visuals are a lot more important for us, than functionality.
Could mix in some nice breathable stuff so you don't get sweaty af on stage
Coming from an outdoor background, it's the material performance first, followed by the aesthetics and "street cred".
I think both can inform the other in many ways, so I'm fine lumping them both together.
For sure. If you can have something that performs well and does what you want whilst looking cool and interesting, why not?
For me, I prioritize the visual aesthetic first, and function is second.
With that said though, some of the over the top stuff like knee guard, helmet, extra holsters... Those are too much.
Function is in itself an aesthetic.
@@viktoriyaserebryakov2755 Correct, but othets prefer to prioritize the visual side over the function- it all come down to your interest and preferred expression
the cone analogy was great for this type of fashion.
i got into techwear after seeing acronym clothing, i loved the features, materials and build quality, so from the get go, i wanted a military inspired but still minimal pieces. after two years I've started to buy acr pieces but at the start i was buying cheaper non technical pieces.
From my experience of being on both sides of the fashion style, i believe the divide comes from
the persons budget
how much they value the technical properties and cut of pieces
what aesthetic they are wanting
however if someone wears clothing with no technical properties then i don't believe it should be "classed as techwear " . dark fashion is a better term in my opinion.
though if someone wears the dark fashion style i'll not slate someone for doing so.
wow, thank you for addressing this point, i was writing a thread on reddit about this exactly XD seeing lots of debates on the FB page too! you are the one i really discovered techwear through, especially for the performance aspect but while I resonate more with the cyberpunk/edgy side of techwear, I always thought that specs were important and I was really bummed seeing that the only brands that were combining both were expensive as hell (i.e. Acrnm, GG and so on...) It's a real problem for people with a tighter budget cause you have to choose between specs with TNF/uniqlo or aesthetic and you end up on Taobao.... anyway, i'm really glad to see that you accept both sides of the movement and like you i really enjoy seeing both sides of the community ! keep up the good content, love your channel man :D
Techwear can go from street ninja to school shooter pretty quickly
just so you know
Your not, untrue
Honestly, I fully feel like I sit on the 'performance' side of this, but I didn't always. I as a teen I was really into loud, punky clothing with adornments and aggressive cuts.
I got heavy into the tactical stuff which, ironically, is what's drawn me down the other way - going towards high-grade tac kit (think Triple Aught Design) lead me into more outdoor activities, and I started buying climbing and hiking brands (still in Black).
The focus on technology/performance in those does have an aesthetic consequence, but mostly they're very clean and subdued as a result. I like it a lot.
This is almost the exact path I took as well. When I was young it was skater/surfer style, then I got into minimalism/Goruck, which led to EDC/Triple Aught Design, and when I found the techwear scene it expanded into outdoors brands like Arcteryx as well as everyday brands like Uniqlo/Muji.
I do love the techninja/tactical aesthetics because it pushes the boundries, but personally I get more inspiration from people that really rely on limited and highly curated gears - onebag travelers, digital nomads, ultralight hikers, bow hunters, all sorts of minimalists in general. Really the lesson is to just to take what is useful, reject what is useless, and develop something that is your own.
Your videos get better and better. Great content, points of view, production and edits.
Thanks man, always trying to make the best stuff I can so I really appreciate it
im a huge fan of scarlxrd, but i don't think his outfits are anything remotely near what Techwear actually is. He is more accurately dystopian/cyberpunk clothing.
This. Plus he's never gone out and said "I wear techwear"
@@cine-ish Maybe not literally. IIRC, some time a ago on a live stream he proclaimed himself "king of this shit". This referring to the dystopian/techwear style, but don't quote me on it.
@@nonoachim he could have also been talking about screaming rap. Which is factual in that case
"King of this tech wear shit"
mobile.twitter.com/scarlxrd/status/855440800087519232?lang=en
scarlxrd reps more of a 'Techpunk' style.
Very true
Yo, I happen upon the word "techwear" and decided to google it when I came across this vid.
I'm honestly a little intimidated. BEFORE this I thought, Streetwear, Gothic (Punk), Cyberpunk, Tacticalwear and "Techwear" ect. ect. were all different sub-categories of stylistic variations in fashion that rubbed shoulders every so often. Like, Scarlxrd (who I had, up until now, had no idea he considered himself the "King of Techwear", lol) who has a more "Oriental (or Ninja) Gothic Street/Punk" style if I had to describe it (basically a cool-looking "weeb").
Some images displayed in this vid of tacticalwear is what I see people who play Airsoft games wear often because it's tactical and looks cool. Mixed in with a little gothic punk which I thought was where the chains and straps came from. Then of course cyberpunk which where I thought the minimalist look was from.
Up until now I didn't realize it was all under the "Techwear" Umbrella... let alone a lowkey culture war. I thought I was just getting stylish stuff that both functioned and looked good (which according to this video it is, but without the gothic/punk/tactical variations).
I have always found the beauty of techwear to be the marriage of aesthetics and performance. I find that there needs to be more aesthetics accepted as techwear because the performance can definitely be there but like you said it is hard to convey in a photo. I have had similar debates in my fit pics comments sections online as you did with that fit mentioned in the video. I’d argue that the focus on this perception of utility by exploiting the aesthetics of straps and pockets and such actually draws you further from techwear because the utility becomes more contrived and actually has less use in the end. I think this has all occurred because the barrier of entry to understanding techwear and what it truly is is slightly higher than what new viewers are able to understand at first. It’s a hard style to get into in terms of just affording it so the younger folks struggle especially with the understanding of the aesthetic and details on the culture.
Techwear doesn’t have to be black either
People are being too generic with everything
Black just goes with everything
@@SlickEvaderindeed but the majority aren’t mixing black with anything they’re just putting black on black lol
High possibility of looking out of place in a bad way.
Especially during summer and spring
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Millennials are weird
I question if I’m actually a millennial sometimes
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As someone who's only recently gained an interest in techwear, I'm still leaning more towards the fashionable exterior; but now that I dive deeper, I find the concept of hyper-functional clothing that leads to a very pleasing aesthetic the most attracting feature of techwear.
Other dimension to this discussion include Greywear (Grayman) versus Techninja and what I'd like to call "Daywalker" versus "Nightcrawler" attire.
I wouldn't mind the "tactical buckaroo" look so much if the emphasis on weapons such as guns and samurai swords was reduced
@Vlad Tepes realistically, in this modern civilization who would walk around with a tactical look composed of straps, military gear, a mask and to top it all of weapons and not look suspicious? Imo, it's just terrible and would fit a more dystopian look instead of techwear
@Vlad Tepes you can have tactical fabrics, cuts and materials without looking like a danger to society
@Vlad Tepes i mentioned that because when the person you replied said that guns and samurai swords aren't needed in techwear you replied with that it wouldn't be practical
@Vlad Tepes oh shit my bad i assumed you were talking about techwear as we were instead of tactical in general but why would you mention rainbow patterns though
the fact you see so many techwear "guros" running around with cheap knockoff Japanese swords shows how little they actually care about utility and tactical use, katanas are absolute shit both historically and in modern times so much so they were replaced by glorified pointy sticks. Its entirely aesthetic for those people.
The scarlxrd style of “techwear” is more “dark wear”. More edgy, less useful, pure aesthetic
the vagueness of techwear vs the specificity of techwear being mind-mapped to a general consensus of what is what is art in of itself.
Acronym, as you stated is a good mixture of form and function imo. Guerilla Group as well.
Personally speaking, it was an evolution from one side to another. I was first drawn to techwear via a recommendation on reddit which had a more #techwear image accompanying it. So to begin with it was more about the aesthetic for sure. As i spent more time educating myself, finding channels like this on TH-cam and finding folk to follow in IG etc, it became about the performance also. However, in analysis this is not too surprising. My previous passion was raw denim so i already had an interest in well constructed hardwearing clothing. I'm also in my mid 40's with a dad bod so it i went full Scarlxrd i'd look like a twonk.
Sounds like the fb post reactions really rocked you Anton
Them dudes on fb can’t for the life of them calm down and let shit go. You’d think they were campaigning for political parties or some shit. It’s just some waterproof jackets at the end of the day, if you disagree with what is and isn’t techwear then talk it out. The entire point of a fb group is discussion and debate
Cyberbullied so hard I had to make a video 😭
So basically ;
A.Actual performance
B.Style
C.Both
11 minute video to explain 3 bullet points... sounds right for TH-cam.
@@brandonmacdonald7802 it's all a conspiracy to get me an extra $4 of ad revenue
@@ThisIsAntwon Pass the tinfoil if you're done with it!
Scarlxrd and mxdvs fall under the urban/goth ninja category. There's no shame in dressing in this manner, however referring to it as techwear is simply incorrect and needs to stop
Yes, but there is a lot of techwear clothing that looks like that. IE- I have a lot of cyberpunk-looking, future-ninja looking techwear gear that's definitely techwear. Meta-materials that stretch, resist water, jackets that have magnetic pockets and hoods that magnetically close.
Add a surgical mask, and it looks like something Scarlxrd would wear. BUT- it's the tech of the fabrics, and the utility for electronics and physical versatility that makes it techwear.
Max (creator of MXDVS) himself says it’s not techwear. It’s post-apocalyptic punk! :)
YES! I AGREE
I love dressing edgy and i love the functionality of techwear so im in the middle
When I first started getting into tech wear, I started off with that ninja, cyberpunk aesthetic. The angles, the straps, to me it all looked really cool. Now, I've found ways to blend the functionality of true tech wear with the black, warcore aesthetic that I first fell in love with. Pieces like Muves slipper/sneakers, Quikflip jacket/bags, and some very nice tapered convertible pants had become one of my favorite outfits for the spring and summer time.
From someone who recently discovered the techwear style and has been looking into both sides of it I can say personally I do enjoy looking at the more “aesthetic/cosplay” style but my preference would have to be the functional side of the style.
I like to mix aesthetic pieces with high quality performance pieces. It makes the outfit comfortable yet not overly boring (because even the purely functional people prefer some sort of alternative style), and the better-fitting pieces balance the whole look out.
Funny thing: i've been going more and more for this techwear style, never really knowing it had a name like that, for years, now i found acronym and thought "this....this is it!" (superexpensive though :(). If i had to pick a side, im more of a super modern kind of guy (to use your own words), while i like the whole tech ninja look, i dont really see myself wearing that on a regular basis (or at all), but i do love the clean, utilitarian and high permormance look of the other side.
That said, awesome video, will probably check everything your have here to know about techwear and how i can achieve the look im going for :)
I think you could have both. Looking like a modern ninja is cool, but it doesn't work when you have to go to work in most cases. I've found that a little DIY on tactical clothing and sportswear can get you what you need to meet in the middle of the two sides
Is Ant prowling for tech milfs? Can I make anything tech by treating it with heavy duty protective silicone spray for maximum water proofing? Also team goofy represent!
Yes, yes and yes
Techwear vs taobao tier outfits hmm 🤔
Plenty of more expensive brands which don't focus on functionality e.g. Demobaza!
It’s not even about the fact that techwear is expensive, it’s about the fact that techwear has become way more broad than in should and now includes a more goth and focused view into an antisocial personality thus we get fits that can be considered not even techwear and lean into more avant-garde.
I agree I fit into the athleasure/streetwear.growing up i wanted y-3 because the tech infused streetwear.which in reality streetwear isn’t comfortable or long lasting.so to see the y-3 model make it beyond is exciting.i have an 11 year old steep tech jacket that transforms into a backpack and it’s my go to.people stop me all the time asking about it and are genuine about its function.
If we're talking about techwear from a fashion perspective, visuals and aesthetics would definitely play a major role. Though it's quite the same with other subgenres of fashion as well, it's not only about the visuals but it's also about the intrinsic value of the pieces. It's about the materials used, the history and meaning behind the clothing.
This basically happens in other parts of the fashion community as well. For example, true fans of Fear of God and people who dress with the "Jerry boy" style.
I think that there should be a mix of both because I honestly love the aesthetic of the cyberpunk stuff but let’s be honest you’d look goofy in public. Like an anime Stan or sum. So I have some straps some pockets and overall my materials are still very durable and functional.
The whole urban ninja aesthetic is cool, but techwear is much more than that. Its a healthy blend of utility and style, and i think as a community we shouldnt worry about only looking like we’re on our way to become hokage.
Personally, I kind of fell into Techwear because of the cyberpunk urban ninja look, it's very eye catching. However I find myself much more into subtle and versatile pieces than anything now. Most of the pieces I own all work well together for the most part, and I can easily mix and match to make a great outfit. I tend to keep most of my outfits low key, with the exception of some shoes (eg. colorful React 87's or Vapormax's).
Overall I just appreciate the versatility that a more subtle wardrobe with a technical and functional aesthetic provides. I do want to add more slightly asymmetrical pieces to my collection though.
I like tech wear that's sticking to the basics like a Nike Alpine acg jacket, Nike air max 270 bowfin, nice cargo parts that's treated and water resistant. All that crazy style isnt for me
11 minute video, 1 ad before outro. We dont deserve this man
There are some really nice China techwear brands. One would be the Enshadower that you already know, another would be Reindee Lusion, be sure to check it out on TaoBao
Also Nosucism, they are really affordable and can ship to your country
This was a great video and needed to done to inform new techwear enthusiasts and fashion youtube as a whole
Thanks man, gotta let the people know what's up!
There should be a balance between the two, you don't want your outfit to be super impractical but cool looking, but you also don't want to only value performance but look like an incel
I think it really depends on why you are wearing techwear. I personally would go minimalistic because I want to be light, fit in more, and "blending" in. I like light utility, but people can definitely go a little more if they feel like it fits their character, style, and what they need.
The thing is, techwear is a fashion sub genre, and fashion is a visual art so the aesthetic is always gonna be the most important thing. People can claim that the functionality is what its all about but if function was most important, why would you post photos of your outfits? why not just write a list of what you were wearing and all the technical properties they have? Because it's about aesthetic. It's nice to have waterproof and breathable clothing but part of that is the visuals that come with it, technical materials oftwn look nicer than cheaper materials. Personally I find it lame when people list what their wearing with the properties of each piece, when you like or upvote a fit pic it's because of the aesthetic not because your pleased that their dry and not sweaty. I prefer the more technical side of techwear, but mainly because of the clean aesthetic it creates and not because I have an obsession with goretex
When it's art you've got to wear all day the performance aspect naturally comes into it too. Dressing up in ninja cosplay for the gram is one thing but when you've got to walk around awkwardly holding a katana all day it stops being quite so cool
I got torn a new one on a reddit for suggesting that gym shorts and a t-shirt is "techwear" lol.
Originally I got into techwear from the flashy ninja stuff. I enjoy this aesthetic in it's own right, but I think it should be seperate from "techwear", I think it should be called "cyber punk" or something like that.
As a purist, techwear should be ALL about functionality, and aesthetic only insofar as being presentable/decent/looking nice/elegant. In that regards, i felt all the outfits you were wearing were on point.
Great video, been wondering about this topic ever since I joined this community about a year ago! (why can't we all just get along...)
I feel like they can both coexist for the time being, with the more performance but less aesthetic for the casual day to day lives while we can have the A E S T E T H I C C clothes for the times where we want to show off and flex
Your so wise Chief
I'm 52 and have been wearing tech wear forever from trench coats to cargo pants to fishing vests. This has always been in style, the young people just have a new name for it. Tech wear started after WW 2 when everyone in my generation's grandfather wore their army uniform to do work around the house.
I think techwear is especially appealing because of its balance of quality (materials, functionality etc) and aesthetics. Something that feels premium, is feature packed and potentially more meaningful than other clothing, but can still result in fashionable outfits. A style that consist of highlighting/accentuating those functionalities. I think this results in the futuristic vibe we really like and this is what I personally look for in a techwear outfit.
I usually just use my techwear outerwear (I love hoodies, sweater, jackets, and coats) as it what I use 24/7 and functionality is amazing. But then go balls to the wall when I want to do my Cyberpunk outfits
I've just realised that by your definition (which makes sense), I've been wearing techwear without knowing it. I got into hiking and hiking gear a year ago, and that was my contact with high performance materials. I saw the utility of them, they grew on me.
I had to move for college, and I walk or bike to classes daily, so sort of naturally I've started wearing my goretex jacket, fleece, and even gtx hiking boots when it's raining or in snow, just because you can't beat their utility.
The whole techwear thing tho is to look good. Just wearing a good jacket doesn’t make you techwear
I see the wild outfits with vests, pockets and straps as more of a samurai vibe as it is quite loud and out there and the subtle minimal outfits as the ninja outfits as all the tech is hidden and lowkey
#streetsamurai
is almost like the duality between how you talk (very serious) and what you show in your videos (very funny memes every sentence)
I may sound stupid for one being a year late, to this party or the fact I'm on the cyberninja/scxrlord side of techwear, but I really like the way it looks! I was one of those people who got caught in the broadside of the funnel, however I don't scoff at the performance spectrum or dress this way to impress, I just feel very comfortable and good in it. I just don't want to be judged by the other side is all.
I just think its cool to see the evolution of techwear from say 5-10 years ago, where anyone who dressed in clothing like this was considered a "freak". I welcome any and all fractures from the ORIGINAL umbrella of "techwear" and I'm excited to see how more creative minds warp the genre to their own preference. super dope.
One style looks good.
The other is scarlord.
Sean Dennis literally the thumbnail
while we trying to be minimalist
Tl;dr: really appreciate your channel and the work you put in to making great in depth reviews/quality content.
I’ve recently stumbled into techwear and I have to say I’m a huge fan. What appeals to me personally about the style is having something that looks futuristic and aesthetically pleasing while also providing comfort and utility. I think a lot of the excess straps and such are a bit tacky when overused, it’s been called borderline cosplay and I think that’s fitting. There is a fine line with the style that Errolson seems to have mastered and found the winning formula in my eyes. If I could afford it I’d be dropping racks on racks for some sweet acronym pieces. Recently copped the NikeLab ACG cargos from 2018, the last of Errolson’s Nike collaboration which is the closest I’ll be getting for now. I do have to say though they are probably my favorite pair of pants I’ve ever owned.
Going overboard with the extras is a bit much, and generally less attention-grabbing fits are considered more reasonable by a community that is supposed to gear more towards performance, but you can pry my paratrooper straps out of my cold dead hands.
I’m an older black business women and I love to make this 2 styles 1) business sleek 2) my sport mode so they have elements of techwear but blends and doesn’t stick out like a sore thumb
I came to techwear due to scarlxrd and liking sci-fi but the form over looks is something I also like, so I would just go either way depending on how I'm feeling
For me I care more about the aesthetic because most techwear I look at is for drawings, I have a character that dresses with this fashion, so it needs to be a good design, not really functional, because a lot of those functions won't be explored.
I prefer clean and minimal, but with performance materials. Cut and material are the two main elements for me.
what scarlxrd wears is quite similar to techwear but truly it's much more darkwear than techwear. sometimes both can overlap and sometimes they'll be entirely separate
Im getting that Enshadower jacket
Idk why simple can't be eye-catching tho, I see a minimalist black jacket from across the main square... Because it is so awesomely simple
I prefer the beauty one cause I just will never get tired of those straps but I do like a lot of the more cleaner designs and do think that techwear community should stop criticising it's fellow brothers kinda thing to be more friendly and understand that every one of us have a different way of expressing itself and that is what I mostly like on techwear.
This was a really interesting watch! The whole video I was thinking of pushing into the best of both worlds so I guess I have to look into acronym lol.
I definitely lean more toward the slimmed down, low key and vaguely futuristic vibe. Love seeing the tech ninja aesthetics but do not feel confident rocking them as an older guy in a semi professional setting. 😂
I don't think there should be any sides at all. In my opinion, it all comes down to how you educate yourself. Then, you can decide what to emphasize more on your outfit, while ofc still having quality items.
Drink everytime he says Aesthetic
as someone who is active outdoors (running/hiking/backpacking/skiing) i have always been interested in the **features**, and i'm excited #techwear has created an aesthetically appealing market for the gear i need. i want BOTH aesthetic & function.
however, it is hard to find an aesthetically exciting piece that is as technically valid as 'traditional' gear. ie; i'm looking for waterproof cargos that *aren't* just scotchguarded. i have a Marmot rain jacket with GoreTex & taped seams yet it's minimal, and I'm looking to accent that with more #techwear style rain pants of equivalent quality. the duality of techwear needs to merge.
I like the aesthetic, but not quite to the degree of scarlxrd or whatever. Your outfit you shared looks really cool if you ask me
Techwear fashion- It needs more dangly strings, it needs more pockets, and it needs to be darker than black.
Posing tips- hands in pocket, slouched looking towards the ground or off to the left side of the screen.
For someone just getting into techwear. I find the super modern functionality of the pieces are much more approachable than the future ninja look. Both look cool but I prefer the performance of the piece as opposed to just basing it solely on the aesthetic.
As an artist, I definitely prefer the more aesthetic side of things. Makes designing characters a lot more interesting.
I just like the pants aesthetic like straps and pockets goes nice with a build body.
For me, I prefer the more minimalistic aspect of it. The outfits with a dozen pockets and straps are just too much for me. I just really enjoy the simpler designs that don’t make me look like a cyberpunk ninja. I’m not trying to cosplay, I just want a more “techy” look.
great video, thanks for addressing this! the problem is just the term "tech" itself, as though any one subculture could have a monopoly on technology. there are technical/technological requirements (and advancements) for people who ride the metro to their office job just as much as there are upon elite military snipers. there literally couldn't be anything more "tech" than something like the Levi's Project Jacquard jean jacket or even Google glasses but those are completely not #techwear. a new nomenclature like supermodern (or whatever) would go a long way to minimizing strife, though it's probably too late for that.
Who say that Levi's Project Jacquard or Google glasses are not techwear?! They are just cosplayers or normies. ttps://th-cam.com/video/7Q-caImkViE/w-d-xo.html
Personally techwear was always about peak functionality and effiecincy within clothing. I'd want different outfits for weather resistance and also just differences in terrain.
I don't however think having ultra tapered cargos with 9 straps hanging off and holding a katana represents the efficiency.
I always ask myself, will I get looked at strangely If I walk into a supermarket while wearing it.
"I always ask myself, will I get looked at strangely If I walk into a supermarket while wearing it." - That shouldn't even be here. If you're thinking about this then you definitely shouldn't wear this style.
Self confidence 0.
I like some of the techwear looks. I do like the ninja/dystopian ones though i doubt it would suit me. Where I live rain isn't something I have to deal with regularly, winters are chilly but not too bad. The performance/practicality aspects are things that I just don't need.
There hasn’t be two different sides. But I wear for performance. And honestly I make anything look good.
One of my hobbies besides techwear is yoga. And yoga teaches that threre must be a balance in every aspect of life, like daily routine, relationships, politics or clothes. I try to bring this idea in my outfit- my wardrobe consists of some outdoor and athletics clothes, some military-techninja pieces, some grayman aesthetics pieces. Most importantly combine it in a harmonious way. Also I think that A4 Paper is very good at finding harmony and balance in his outfits, it can be learned from him. Always watch all your videos with much interest MyLittlePony, thank you for all you're doing.
I have a similar mix of pieces, being really into calisthenics. I think the techninja end of techwear is useful for pushing the aesthetic, but for everyday users it’s about choosing things that are useful and integrating it into your lifestyle. As long as there’s a functional reason for something to exist, you don’t have to justify it. But likewise, if you’re wearing a chest rig and a thigh holster just to look cool, you’ve probably gone too far.
@@M0ebius agree with you
well you'll look more like a ninja if the air is polluted and you need a mask
I would say I'm in neither camp, more on the periphery of the aesthetic and community. I like techwear's promise of techy fabrics and function but I do not appreciate the aesthetic, especially the deepest and blackest of blacks that tend to be the predominate and sometimes only color in the fits. My style is a traditional Western male business casual aesthetic. I'd love to wear Gor tex outerwear cut like a blousson or field jacket in "standard" colors (blues, greens and greys) but, AFAIK, it's not out there. I still like the community.
Unfortunately the techwear aesthetic of either camp does not match up with my lifestyle or how I like to dress.
I feel like there also tends to be a cross with dystopian wear when it comes to the more aesthetic side of techwear. I've seen alot of "tech" fits that feature brands like DEMOBAZA. I do feel like there needs to be a divivde, it's confusing otherwise.
The utility guys are just people in camping/hiking clothes. There's nothing wrong with that, but it was already a thing before techwear. They're not destinct enough to call it something other than what it is. Just regular camping/hiking wear.
This guy working to pull the TMILFs
I find that performance and versatility are more important where climate can change the way you style. Living near the equator definitely hasn't given me the opportunity to style any thing more than 2 layers
Techwear amongst cilivians is rooted in Alternative culture which is why Scarlxrd wore it to begin with, him being a horrorcore Emo
While i like the more urban ninja look, i wouldnt walk around in the streets like that, covered in straps and extra pouches. Its a little obnoxoius and has some sort of "show off" factor with it. I prefer the gray man approach with high performance materials that may look futuristic, but arent drawing too much attention.