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Palm Angels: history, style, and complete guide to the luxury streetwear brand

Who founded Palm Angels, what are its iconic pieces, and how can you style them? A complete guide to the brand that fused Californian skate culture with Italian luxury.

In brief: Palm Angels is a luxury streetwear brand founded in Milan in 2015 by Italian photographer and creative director Francesco Ragazzi. It originated from his photography book about Los Angeles skaters and combines the aesthetic of Californian skate culture with the quality of Italian tailoring. It is known for tracksuits with side stripes, logo sweatshirts, T-shirts featuring the bear, and the palm tree motif.

Who founded Palm Angels?

Palm Angels was founded by Francesco Ragazzi, formerly Moncler's art director. The project began in 2014 as a photography book dedicated to the Venice Beach and Los Angeles skate scene, and became a clothing brand in 2015. The name refers to Californian palm trees and the free spirit of skaters.

What is Palm Angels' style?

Palm Angels' style blends streetwear, skate culture, and luxury. Its distinctive features include:

  • gothic-style graphic logos and vintage lettering
  • the palm tree motif and iconic teddy bear
  • contrasting side stripes on trousers and jackets
  • bold colors combined with black and white bases
  • high-quality fabrics and careful production

Palm Angels' iconic pieces

Tracksuit with side stripe

The tracksuit with a contrasting stripe is the brand's symbol: wear it as a full look for a sporty-luxury outfit or mix and match it with jeans and sneakers.

Logo sweatshirts and hoodies

Sweatshirts with a logo on the front or back are the most sought-after pieces, perfect for a casual yet recognizable look.

T-shirts with bear and palm trees

Graphic T-shirts are the easiest way to enter the world of Palm Angels.

Accessories and sneakers

Caps, bags, and sneakers complete the look and bring the brand's signature to even the simplest outfits.

How does Palm Angels fit? Size guide

In general, Palm Angels pieces have an oversized fit, especially sweatshirts and T-shirts. If you prefer a closer fit, consider going down one size. Tracksuit trousers, on the other hand, have a regular fit. If you are unsure, contact us: we will help you choose the right size.

How to style Palm Angels

  • Street look: logo hoodie, cargo trousers or loose-fitting jeans, and chunky sneakers.
  • Sporty-luxury look: complete tracksuit with white sneakers and a minimalist accessory.
  • Smart casual look: graphic T-shirt under an unstructured blazer with straight-leg trousers.

How to identify an authentic Palm Angels piece

Check the quality of the stitching and prints, the internal labels with composition and production details, and always buy from reliable retailers. At Blue Express, you will find only authentic products.

Frequently asked questions about Palm Angels

Is Palm Angels an Italian brand?

Yes. Palm Angels was founded in Milan by Italian designer Francesco Ragazzi, although it is inspired by Californian culture.

Why is Palm Angels so expensive?

Because it is a luxury brand: high-quality materials, careful production, and strong design value and recognizability.

Does Palm Angels run large or small?

Sweatshirts and T-shirts tend to have an oversized fit; if you want a classic fit, choose one size smaller.

What is Palm Angels' symbol?

The most recognizable symbols are the palm tree, the teddy bear, and the logo with gothic lettering.

Discover Palm Angels at Blue Express

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