Winter Layering, Streetwear Style: How to Wear the Season's Biggest Outerwear Trend

If you've been paying attention to the big streetwear collections dropping this season, one theme keeps coming up: outerwear is having a moment. From heavyweight jackets to technical fabrics, brands across the industry are leaning into layering as the defining look of the year. Good news for us here in Perth — winter is the perfect excuse to actually wear it. Here's how to build a layered streetwear fit that looks intentional, not bulky.

Start With a Solid Base Layer

Every good layered outfit starts underneath. A heavyweight tee or long-sleeve in a classic streetwear brand like Champion or Dickies gives you a foundation that holds its shape under a hoodie or jacket without adding bulk. Stick to neutral tones — black, grey, off-white — so your base layer works with whatever you throw on top of it, and don't be afraid to let a bit of the collar or hem peek out for that lived-in layered look.

The Hoodie Is Still the MVP

A mid-weight hoodie is the connective piece that makes layering actually work. It bridges your base layer and your outer jacket, adding warmth without the stiffness of two heavy coats stacked on each other. Oversized fits are still leading the way this season, so size up if you're chasing that relaxed, streetwear-first silhouette. Pair it with a jacket that's cut slightly roomier than usual so the hood sits comfortably underneath.

Finish With Outerwear That Does the Talking

This is where the season's trends really show up. Whether it's a classic Timberland field jacket, a coach jacket, or something with a bit of technical detailing, your outer layer should be the piece that carries the fit. Don't overthink the colour — a jacket in black, olive, or tan will play nicely with almost any hoodie and base combo you've already built. If you want to push it further, look for jackets with contrast stitching or hardware details, since that's where a lot of this year's collaborations are putting their focus.

Don't Forget the Finishing Touches

A fit isn't finished without a good lid. A snapback or fitted cap from New Era or Mitchell & Ness ties the whole look together and is basically a required piece of the streetwear uniform at this point — we've got hundreds of styles in-store and online if you need to round yours out. Keep footwear simple: a clean pair of Vans or Converse lets the layering up top do the heavy lifting.

Shop the Look

Ready to build your winter rotation? Head to West Brothers online or in-store at The Square Mirrabooka to shop hoodies, jackets, snapbacks, and footwear from the brands leading this season's biggest trends. New stock lands weekly, so check back often and layer up.