What’s The Best Streetwear Brand Right Now? | The Complex Style Podcast

Is Supreme having the best year in streetwear? Who is Kith for? Would more people praise NOCTA if Drake wasn't involved? On this week's episode of The Complex Style Podcast, Aria Hughes and Chris Chance dive into the state of streetwear in 2026, debating which brands are on top, which emerging labels are catching their attention, and which hyped drops aren't living up to the buzz. This is your inside access into the world of fashion. The Complex Style Podcast is where Editor in Chief Aria Hughes is joined by co-host Chris Chance and a rotating panel of fashion’s biggest voices to break down what’s trending, what matters, and what’s next. 00:00 - Intro: State of Streetwear, Mid-2026 01:03 - Outfit of the Week: Mariah the Scientist & the RRL Ranger (Walter Hudson) 04:41 - Is Denim Tears the best storyteller in streetwear right now? 09:04 - Supreme vs. Palace + Inside Supreme's Wild Year Post-Acquisition 15:00 - How We Feel About Kith Plus Why Stüssy Is Quietly Winning 23:01 - Retail Isn't Dead: Joe Freshgoods, A Ma Maniére, Carpet Company + More Emerging Brands You’re Sleeping On 30:09 - Women-Led Streetwear to Watch + The Most Hyped Drops of 2026 So Far 34:45 - Nike's World Cup Collab Takeover 38:02 - NOCTA Slept On? Vans' Glow-Up & the Satoshi Nakamoto Mystery 46:32 - Rhinestones Are For The Culture + How to Break Through as a New Brand & What to Learn From Corteiz's Clint Subscribe to Complex on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Complex?sub_confirmation=1 #complex Check out more of Complex here: http://www.complex.com http://instagram.com/complex https://www.tiktok.com/@complex https://twitter.com/Complex https://www.facebook.com/complex COMPLEX is a community of creators and curators, armed with the Internet, committed to surfacing and sharing the voices and conversations that define our new America. Our videos exemplify convergence culture, exploring topics that include music, sneakers, style, sports, and pop culture through original shows and Complex News segments. Featuring your favorite celebrities, authoritative commentary, and a unique voice, our videos make culture pop.