THE JOURNAL
Stories from the culture.
Long-form pieces about sneakers, streetwear and the people shaping it.
Culture
May 10, 2026
The Rise of Techwear in 2026
How utilitarian aesthetics took over the streetwear scene this year.
By Alex Chen
Design
May 03, 2026
Inside the Phantom Flux Lab
An exclusive look at how ZANEXT engineered its most ambitious silhouette.
By Mira Tan
Stories
Apr 28, 2026
Streets to Runway: A Hypebeast Story
From back alleys to fashion week — the cultural pipeline of street style.
By Devon Ray