Tyler The Creator is specifically known for representing the Supreme five-panel and collecting each hat the brand releases. Five panels can be worn with pretty much any other fashion item to match the street-wear culture. For example, a plain Supreme five panel will be able to be worn with anything however a floral or camo design will need to match either a t-shirt, pants or shoes for it too look good. However, street-wear is all about individuality.
And then there’s the biggy, James Jebbia’s Supreme. Supreme had been quietly carving a niche amongst skaters in New York since the mid 90s as the t-shirt, cap and backpack brand of choice alongside Vans and DC Shoes. A decade after the New York store took off, they opened one twice as big in LA in 2004. Four stores in Japan followed, along with a London branch last year. Their 5-panels are their winning product, snapped up every time new versions go on sale.