CREDIT: HAI HA NGUYEN

An exciting trend that is taking over today's street fashion is boyish outfits inspired by hip-hop and urban pieces fully accessorized with gold chains, bracelets and earrings styled with fully feminine makeup, including a red lip.

The basic concept of this street style has been around forever, but has recently been popularized by style icons such as Rita Ora, Rihanna, Gwen Stefani and Cassie. The style is comfortable yet stylish and feminine. Although the outfit looks casual, what takes it to a whole new level instead of just wearing plain T-shirts and pants are the accessories and glam makeup. It is a fabulous feminine twist on boyish apparel.

Start your outfit with a T-shirt with an eye-catching graphic print. The shirt in this week's picture refers to New York, the birthplace of hip-hop, and the armhole is cut deep so the fit of the shirt is more relaxed and interesting. The shirt is paired with an interesting pair of tights that have a cool fabric design criss-crossing on top of mesh. Combat boots are a great choice for fall, but high tops or colourful sneakers work better for the street style in summer and spring. To accessorize the look, layer a rope-chain necklace, a studded link necklace and a thin necklace with just one stud in the middle. To complete the look with makeup, bold eyeliner and a bright red lip adds femininity into the outfit.

1. New York City Shirt: Comfortable cotton T-shirt with raw edges cut where armholes are cut lower for a more interesting shirt. (Brandy Melville, $20)

2. Strappy Tights: Edgy tights with straps of fabric criss-crossing on top of mesh add more excitement to the outfit. (Forever 21, $18)

3. Combat Boots: Black, worn leather combat boots add comfort and a relaxed feel to the outfit. (Aldo, $80)

4. Gold Necklaces: All three necklaces have interesting details but are thin, which makes them perfect to layer with each other or many other styles of necklaces. The first necklace is the rope-chain necklace, a classic design for a chain that makes any outfit look expensive. The second one has triangular studs repeated throughout the necklace; it adds some great angles to the mix. Finally, the third is a delicate chain with a single stud to contrast the other two. (Ropechain: Forever 21, $8; Triangular studs: Forever 21, $8; Delicate chain: Forever 21, $1.50)

Here is a way to combine comfort with fashion in a stylish way. The key to success with this look is to pick interesting pieces and accessories and mix them with the basic shirts to add excitement. It's a great trend to wear to bring out your inner tomboy while still looking pretty!

Hai Ha Nguyen is a Fashion Design student who loves to discover the new trends in street fashion. Follow her on Instagram at instagram.com/haihanguyen7 for the trendiest pieces this season! If you have a suggestion or feedback for her column, send her an email at hhnguyen.77@gmail.com.