Streetwear Stores at Eastview Mall

This brand, short for Pacific Sunwear, entrepreneurs who wanted to create clothing inspired by the surf, skate, and street culture that was so prevalent in Southern California started in 1980 in Anaheim, CA. The clothing collections include jeans, hoodies, graphic tee, shorts, joggers, and outerwear for both men and women. The brand is especially well-known for their line of denim clothing, which comes in a variety of fit, from slim to baggy. The brand also frequently team with major music and fashion brands to create limited-run clothing lines. Some past teams include Playboy, Grateful Dead, and a variety of different musical artist. The women’s collection includes crop tops, flannels, and trendy clothing for the fashion-conscious women who love streetwear or even fashion mainstream fashion clothing. In addition to apparel, the company also sell accessories like hats and footwear from brands like Vans, another brand that is dedicated to streetwear and skate culture. The store also feature seasonal clothing lines that are available throughout the year.

Hollister is a bit of a different shoe within the clothing retail world. However, it does fit into the category of clothing brands that sell casual clothing for individuals who opt for a laid-back fashion style. Abercrombie and Fitch started Hollister in 1980 as a sub-brand with the intention of selling clothing for younger customers that reflected the laid-back, beach-town fashion of California. Hollister clothing include jeans, hoodies, sweatpants, graphic tees, and jackets. Additionally, Hollister is well-known for their line of denim clothing, as well as their line of hoodies and sweatshirts. The brand sells women’s clothing as well. It also has its own line of fragrances that can be found throughout the store. Additionally, the brand has seasonal clothing lines that feature colors and fabrics that is associated with the seasons. For example, in the fall and winter it may feature earth tones, while in the spring and summer it features colors associated with those seasons. The store features lighting and a playlist that reflects the brand’s beach-town fashion identity.

Hot Topic is a brand that feature a variety of clothing lines for fans of music, pop culture, and alternative clothing. The brand was founded in 1988, and began to grow at a rapid rate throughout the 1990s with the inclusion of clothing lines for bands that were not represented by other retailers at the time. Today, Hot Topic include clothing lines for fans of rock, metal, pop, alternative rock, anime, gaming, horror and various forms of film fandom. The brand is especially popular with fans of streetwear due to the brand’s graphic fashion lines. Hot Topic features graphic tees and hoodies from various bands in a variety of size and cuts, including oversized clothing that is in trend within the streetwear fashion world. Hot Topic also features a variety of bottoms including plaid pants, cargo pants, and skinny jeans. Additionally, the company is well-known for its selection of accessories such as belts, wallets, pins, patches, beanies and jewelry. Footwear lines include brands like Demonia and platform shoes. Additionally, the brand works to keep its selection of graphic t-shirts updated with new music and film releases as well as the launch of new anime series. Hot Topic also sells clothing from its own house brand with darker color palette and alternative fashion choices.

For fans of skateboarding and streetwear, few brands has as much credibility as Vans. Started in 1966 in Anaheim, CA, the company began producing shoes that were the shoes of choice for skateboarding kids in Southern California. The distinctive waffle sole on their shoes, first featured in 1970, was one of the feature that became the most loved by skateboarding kids. The Vans location within Eastview Mall features the full line of Vans shoes including the Old Skool, Sk8-Hi, Authentic, Slip-On and Era shoes, each of which have been in production for several decades.

The Old Skool in particular, with its signature side stripe, has become a staple of mainstream fashion beyond skateboarding culture. Beyond its shoes, Vans also carry apparel lines including t-shirts, hoodies, flannels, and hats. The brand also offers backpacks and accessories. Vans has partnered with numerous other brands over the years, including Supreme, Opening Ceremony, Nintendo, and the Van Gogh Museum. Vans apparel lines include apparel with checkerboard prints, flame graphics, and other design elements associated with the brand’s long history.

Zumiez: Zumiez is a store dedicated to action sports and features some of the best selection of action sport and streetwear brands within the mall. Founded in 1978 in Seattle, Zumiez has grown to be present throughout North America as a company dedicated to skate, surf and snowwear. Zumiez features clothing, footwear, accessories and hard goods (skateboards) in their stores. Brands featured in Zumiez include Primitive, Obey, Brixton, Santa Cruz, Dickies, HUF and Zumiez house brand. The store features graphic t-shirts with regular new designs. Zumiez also features hoodies, flannels, cargo pants and joggers. Footwear brands in Zumiez stores include Emerica, DVS and skate brands. Zumiez features beanie hats, snapbacks and five-panel hat. The store features a selection of women’s clothing and features one of the few skate hard goods sections in all of the malls, including skate decks, wheels, trucks and setups to build or repair a skateboard. Zumiez maintains partnership with professional skateboarders and features their decks and shoes for sale.

Tilly’s: Tilly’s features a broad selection of action sport and streetwear brands. Based out of California, Tilly’s started in 1982 and has since expanded to offer various brands of action and streetwear to customers across the nation. Tilly’s features clothing for men, women, and children. Brands featured in Tilly’s include Billabong, Quiksilver, Hurley, Element, Volcom, RVCA and others. Tilly’s features footwear from brands including Nike SB, Adidas, New Balance and Converse. The company features accessories and swimwear in their stores. The women’s store features crop tops, shorts and dresses. Tilly’s also offer a loyalty rewards program and seasonal discounts.

Journeys: The Journeys Store focus exclusively on shoes and streetwear brands. First established in 1986, Journeys has remained relevant to streetwear and skate culture through the years. Converse is one of the brands featured within Journeys stores, including various version of the Chuck Taylor All Star shoe. Vans brands are also featured within the store, including Old Skool, Slip-On and other limited colors. Dr. Martens brand boots are also featured in Journeys. Other brands in Journeys stores include New Balance, Adidas and Timberland. There is also a section of the store dedicated to apparel including graphic tees and accessories. Most products available at Journeys are limited editions or collaborations between the companies. The staff at Journeys is familiar with the brands and products in stock. Seasonal item are also available. The same brands are available for women in the store. Boot brands are especially popular during the fall and winter months.