8 Trends East London Residents Are Sporting Every Time I Step Out of My Apartment

8 Trends East London Residents Are Sporting Every Time I Step Out of My Apartment

      Earlier this month, I took a flight from JFK to Heathrow to spend the majority of June working in London. Following the suggestions of a few friends, I settled in East London and have been hopping between various Airbnbs in Hackney and Dalston. Coming from New York, I can't help but compare the London neighborhoods I’m frequenting with their counterparts in NYC. While London’s diversity makes it difficult to claim exact parallels, based solely on the street style in my area, I would say East London resembles North Brooklyn—mainly Williamsburg, Greenpoint, and Bushwick. Feel free to disagree; these are just my observations!

      Speaking of what I've observed, I quickly noticed the vibe of my surroundings based on the outfits people were wearing every time I left my flat. So far, I've seen several trends and specific items that are particularly popular among this crowd. In East London, there is a noticeable Y2K influence, with an abundance of baggy jeans, relaxed tees, and technical sneakers on display. In contrast, my afternoons spent in Notting Hill and Kensington have made it clear that style varies regionally in London just as it does in New York—perhaps even more so. For a complete rundown of every unique trend and item I spot at least five times a day in East London, keep reading.

      Denim Bermuda Shorts

      With summer in full swing, I've observed many people—both men and women—sporting denim Bermuda shorts during the recent stretch of 80-degree days. They pair these shorts with everything from colorful sneakers to ballet flats and tall boots for a fun twist.

      Free People

      We the Free Montana Shorts

      Nili Lotan

      Alona Frayed Denim Bermuda Shorts

      Good American

      Good Standard Ease Bermuda Shorts

      Colorful Sneakers

      Sneaker culture is thriving here. The most common styles I’m seeing? Londoners are predominantly wearing retro designs like Adidas Sambas and Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 sneakers, particularly in vibrant colors such as yellow, grassy green, and bright tangerine.

      Onitsuka Tiger

      Mexico 66 Sneakers

      adidas

      Gazelle Indoor Shoes

      Nike

      Pacific Low Top Sneaker

      Tinted-Lens Sunglasses

      In terms of accessories, East Londoners are opting for tinted-lens sunglasses to add a playful, conversation-starting element to their outfits.

      Le Specs

      Pilferer Sunglasses

      Jacquemus

      Marino Sunglasses

      Jimmy Fairly

      Brune Sunglasses

      Mid-Calf Boots

      Boots… in the summertime? Surprisingly popular are flat, mid-calf boots like the trendy Frye Campus pair, which makes sense given the relatively mild summers here. Many are styling these with charming minidresses and easy pull-on shorts.

      Frye

      Campus Knee High Boot

      Steve Madden

      Riggs Knee High Boot

      Low-Slung Puddle Jeans

      The outfit formula I’ve noticed is small top + big pants. The pants are typically either loose trousers or, more commonly, baggy jeans—particularly low-slung denim with a puddle hem.

      Still Here

      Cool Wide Leg Jeans

      AGOLDE

      Henson Mid Rise Baggy Jeans

      ZARA

      Zw Collection Wide Leg Low-Rise Jeans

      Flats… With Everything

      London is much more expansive than I initially thought, leading everyone to prioritize practicality in footwear. Ballet flats are visible everywhere, often styled with oversized outfits to balance their sweetness.

      Manolo Blahnik

      Veralli Leather Ballet Flats

      Jeffrey Campbell

      Fathom Flat

      Maison Margiela

      Tabi Leather Ballet Flats

      Tony Bianco

      Martinez Mary Jane Flat

      Big Tees

      People tend to dress more casually in comparison to the posher neighborhoods to the west. In Hackney and Dalston, oversized tees are essentials paired with everything from delicate lace-trimmed shorts to maxi skirts.

      Reformation

      Liam Oversized Tee

      Le Bop

      Caroline Variegated Tee

      Birkenstock Clogs

      On the topic of flats, Birkenstock Boston Clogs are another neighborhood staple. If people aren't in sneakers or ballet flats, they are likely wearing a pair of suede clogs.

      Birkenstock

      Boston Soft Footbed Clog

      Birkenstock

      Boston Soft Footbed Clog

      Birkenstock

      Boston Soft Footbed Clog

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