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Looking to step up from Empyre? These 17 brands share the aesthetic but bring elevated materials, construction and a higher price tier — ranked by overall similarity.
Costa Mesa surf-skate-art label now owned by Authentic Brands Group, known for boardshorts, graphic tees and its "Balance of Opposites" logo.
Why it's similar. RVCA has a similar streetwear vibe and diverse colorful palette, similar to Empyre's offerings.
What changes. Slightly higher prices and more surf/lifestyle polish
Shepard Fairey's streetwear label, applying his Obey Giant propaganda graphics and political commentary to military- and workwear-rooted basics.
Why it's similar. Obey shares a streetwear style and colorful palette with Empyre, appealing to a similar youthful audience.
Skater-owned board and apparel brand started in 2015 by Chris Milic, known for scrappy, cartoonish graphics and self-made team videos.
Why it's similar. Both brands draw influence from skate culture and offer colorful, playful designs in affordable ranges.
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URBN-owned American retail chain selling vintage-inspired apparel, BDG denim, sneakers and apartment goods to a Gen Z and millennial audience.
Why it's similar. Urban Outfitters shares a colorful aesthetic and youthful appeal that resonates with Empyre's customer base.
Diaspora-focused streetwear label known for country baseball jerseys representing African and Caribbean nations, founded by Paakow Essandoh.
Why it's similar. Both brands create vibrant streetwear with a cultural emphasis, focusing on bold graphics and affordable pricing.
THE is a pioneering Filipino streetwear label known for provocative statement T-shirts and collaborations with Vans and Manila barbershop Titan.
Why it's similar. Similar style and budget positioning, with a cultural focus in designs.
Los Angeles denim brand founded in 1985, known for ultra-wide-leg jeans with embroidered back pockets that defined 1990s skate, rave and hip-hop style.
Why it's similar. Brothers Milo and Yaakov Revah launched JNCO's ultra-wide-leg denim in 1993 out of their Los Angeles manufacturer Revatex, and its embroidered back pockets set the baggy template Empyre follows.
European-run fashion offshoot of American workwear brand Carhartt, reworking Detroit jackets and duck canvas staples for skate and streetwear audiences.
Why it's similar. Carhartt WIP captures a streetwear essence and offers relaxed fits akin to Empyre.
South Korean street-sport brand launched in 2017, best known for logo-taped jersey and velour tracksuits popular in K-pop street style.
Why it's similar. NERDY launched in Seoul in April 2017 around jersey and velour tracksuits with contrast side taping, a K-pop-facing take on the same Y2K colour and cut Empyre chases.
Former Astoria, Queens skate shop and clothing label known for New York-referencing graphic tees, hoodies, caps and decks; now found on resale.
Tokyo label founded in 1994 by Shinsuke Takizawa, building biker, punk and military references into heavily branded Japanese-made streetwear.
Bands Clothing is renowned for its unique fusion of streetwear and high fashion, offering bold designs that make a statement.
American workwear label behind the 874 work pant, sold by VF Corporation to Bluestar Alliance in a $600 million deal announced September 2025.
Toronto brand making minimalist everyday basics and bedding from directly sourced Egyptian cotton, with B Corp certification and traceable supply chain.
Inditex's flagship Spanish fast-fashion chain, founded in A Coruña in 1975, now chasing design credibility through high-profile designer collaborations.
Direct-to-consumer American basics label known for transparent pricing, minimalist neutral wardrobe staples, denim, and recycled-material outerwear.
Tokyo unisex label by vintage dealer Ryosuke Tamura, reworking Japanese workwear and sportswear archives into pragmatic, premium-fabric staples.
RVCA, Obey, Frog Skateboards lead our ranking. Looking to step up from Empyre? These 17 brands share the aesthetic but bring elevated materials, construction and a higher price tier — ranked by overall similarity.
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