Urban Streets – The Celebration of Sustainable Fashion Around the World

Contributed by Timmy Thai

In recent years, sustainable fashion has come a long way, but did you know that the first-ever graphic T-shirts were created by American soldiers during World War II? They used paint and stencil to create graphics to showcase their pride in their units and ships. As printing advanced, the simple T-shirt evolved from military wear to a powerful tool for self-expression and social movements, particularly in America.

At Empulse, we embrace this spirit of self-expression and want to take it a step further. With the Urban Streets collection, we infuse streetwear clothing with diverse cultural motifs, expanding the narratives beyond its American roots. Our goal is to celebrate every street in the world, making streetwear a global expression. In this article, we’ll take you through the inspirations and unique features that define the Urban Street collection.

Urban Streets Inspiration

According to DeMode Magazine, streetwear has evolved into a style closely linked to celebrities and influencers in the US, shaping fashion culture worldwide. At the same time, different countries have infused their own uniqueness into urban fashion, making it a truly global movement. To amplify this diversity, we created the Urban Streets Collection, drawing strong inspiration from Asian & Amercian pop culture.

We begin our journey of bringing global influence into our designs by incorporating cultural elements from Asian fashion-forward countries like Japan. Known for its rich cultural heritage—from traditional artistry to modern anime—Japan serves as a key inspiration for this collection. As a result, every piece in the Urban Streets collection reflects both style and cultural diversity. We showcase this influence through our T-shirt graphics, which are long-lasting symbols of self-expression, as highlighted in the introduction.

How do we bring our graphic designs to life?

This collection delves into various aspects of the Japanese pop culture from the vibrant world of anime to the nostalgia of postage stamps, and even the Japan’s renowned food culture. These iconic elements are boldly showcased at the center of our T-shirts, allowing you to fully embrace and express this cultural richness. With the help of our artists in Creators' Hub, each of the graphic in this collection evokes a memory – whether it is your favorite anime scene or a drawing of your go-to Japanese food. Our goal is to bring these cultural elements to streetwear fashion, highlighting how Japan has created timeless influence on fashion and art.

Beyond embracing the cultural differences, you can add a personal touch to your apparel through our personalization services. Whether it’s your initials or a quote from your best anime character, you can make the Urban Street collection truly your own. Contact Us today to create your fully customised personalized T-shirts. We cater to wholesale and businesses looking to promote their branding.

The Magic of Ring-Spun Cotton

Urban Streets collection is made from ring-spun cotton, a process where cotton fibers are continuously twisted and thinned using ring frames. This method produces softer, stronger, and more refined yarn compared to regular cotton. As a result, the apparel from this collection is highly durable, making it a more sustainable choice for long-term wear. Additionally, ring-spun cotton offers several benefits:

👕Enhanced structure: Its slight heavier weight and refined texture maintain the T-shirt's shape, adding structure to your outfit for a more polished look.

🍃All-season comfort: The softness of ring-spun cotton enhances comfort, making our collection suitable for both warm and cool weather.

With the balance of softness, durability and styles, the Urban Streets collection redefines premium-quality clothes.

To preserve this premium feeling, here is our recommendations to make your T-shirt always looks like new:

💧Wash with care: Use a gentle cycle with cold water to minimize fabric distortion.

🔃Turn inside out: Protect the graphic design by washing T-shirt inside out while ensuring a thorough clean for the inside surface

🌬️Air dry for longevity: Avoid heat damage from dryers—air drying helps preserve the quality and fit of the ring-spun cotton.

Our Commitment to Sustainability 

For decades, the textile industry has polluted water systems with toxic chemicals and heavy metals from dyeing and finishing processes, contaminating crops and food sources while posing risks to human health (Learn more at Fair Planet). As a sustainable clothing brand, Empulse is committed to reducing the environmental impact of apparel production by choosing eco-friendly alternatives. Learn more about our sustainability efforts here.

Every piece of Urban Streets Collection is made with water-soluble dyes, which provide vibrant and long-lasting graphic prints while minimizing harmful chemical release. Each t-shirt is made-to-order, a gold standard when it comes to waste reduction and pollution management. 

Why Oversized is Perfect for Your Wardrobe?

What defines Urban Street Collection as true streetwear is its loose fit and oversized silhouette. Once a staple of rebellious youth culture in the 60s and 70s, this type of T-shirt was popularized for street style by iconic artists like Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, who embodied a rule-breaking attitude. Wearing this collection empowers you with the same fearless spirit – stepping out of your comfort zone and taking on any challenge in your life.

With its mid-length and wide sleeves, our oversized T-shirt provides ultimate comfort and freedom of movement, making it a perfect choice for any occasion. You won’t have to spend time planning different outfits for casual hangouts and sports activities on the same day. Simply pair it with long pants or gym shorts, and you’re ready for the day!

The versatility of the Urban Streets collection doesn’t stop there – its oversized silhouette is designed to look great on both men and women. At Empulse, we only focus on your ability to express your styles and individuality through our apparel, leaving gender division behind. Please note, our tees are oversized, and we mean it! Please ensure you check the size chart supplied and measure your chest and length accordingly. For example, a person wearing a fitted size XL, can fit Medium or Large comfortably.

Mix and Match with The Urban Street Collection

Looking for outfit ideas with the Urban Street Collection? Here is some inspiration for you:

·       Classic T-shirt outfit: Keep it effortless by pairing your oversized T-shirt with jeans or black pants. Add accessories like a watch or sunglasses to elevate the look by bringing more refinement to your outfit.

·       Layering for Style and Comfort: For a sleek, cool weather fit, layer your T-shirt over a long-sleeved top like a turtleneck. This adds depth to your outfit while keeping you warm. For a more academic-inspired look, swap the long sleeve for an oversized shirt and pair it with jeans for a smart-casual vibe.

Explore the Urban Street Collection Now!

Urban Streets Collection celebrates cultural diversity in streetwear by incorporating Japanese and American pop culture graphics and designs. Crafted from high-quality materials and produced through a sustainable manufacturing process, this tee collection with give you the stylish and eco-friendly fit – with the added option of personalization to make it unique yours.

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