As soccer’s biggest moment prepares to arrive stateside with a frenzy, the conversation is also invading closets, mood boards and matchday fits across the fashion world. Jerseys have evolved far beyond matchday uniforms, becoming one of the defining staples of contemporary streetwear. They’re layered under jackets, paired with oversized denim, mixed with tailoring, and worn as confidently as a vintage band tee or graphic hoodie. The new Awake NY x DoorDash capsule arrives right at the center of that movement, offering a collection that feels equally at home at a watch party, on city streets, or worked into a carefully curated fit.
Awake NY founder Angelo Baque approached the DoorDash collab project through a distinctly sport and fashion-minded lens. Drawing inspiration from his upbringing in Queens and the local communities that shaped him, Baque built a collection that feels rooted in personal storytelling while still tapping into the global appeal of soccer culture. The result is streetwear that happens to speak the language of the beautiful game.
The collection’s standout showpiece is the co-branded jersey, a head-turning shirt featuring a vibrant red checkerboard pattern, an oversized star graphic, and bold sponsor-style branding. Designer Angelo Baque intentionally leans into the DoorDash logo as a core element of the design language, elevating the piece with gold embroidered accents that evoke the feel of a rare, vintage flea market find. The reverse side introduces a graphic-heavy twist distinctly characteristic of Awake NY, layering a striking red number 10 over a large-scale image of Queens’ iconic Unisphere landmark, instantly transforming the shirt from standard fan gear into a local storytelling conversation piece.
Rounding out the capsule are versatile supporting layers that expand its styling flexibility far beyond a single look. A pair of camouflage mesh shorts brings a rugged, utilitarian edge that purposefully departs from traditional sportswear silhouettes, while a heavyweight quarter-zip offers a clean, understated entry point for everyday casual wear. Together, these pieces form a cohesive ecosystem that easily bridges the gap between stadium energy and refined, everyday street style.
The collection’s storytelling extends beyond the garments themselves through a lookbook film that moves through Queens and lower Manhattan, tracing a soccer ball as it connects people across neighborhoods and generations. Along the way, everyday city scenes become part of a larger narrative about fandom, community and shared experiences. Much like the capsule itself, the film showcases the through line between sport, style and daily life, presenting soccer culture as something woven into the fabric of the city. It serves as a fitting backdrop for a collection rooted in the people and places that continue to shape New York’s relationship with the game.
For those looking to create their own looks using the collection, the key is balance. Pair the jersey with relaxed denim, wide-leg trousers, or technical pants rather than traditional athletic bottoms. Layer it over a thermal or printed long sleeve for extra dimension, or throw the quarter-zip over a simple white tee and vintage jeans for something more understated.
The Awake NY x DoorDash collab is so compelling on many levels in terms of style. It recognizes that modern soccer culture isn’t confined to the pitch or the stands. As the sport’s biggest stage arrives in North America, the collection captures the excitement surrounding the moment while proving that fandom and personal style have never been more connected.