Marques Industry: a Portuguese soul blended with streetwear culture
How did the brand name come about?
What is the link between the different collections?
How do Marques Industry products truly stand out from what already exists in streetwear? And what might the brand become in the future?
I asked myself all these questions long before creating the Marques Industry universe. Even before the first garment, there was a story, values, and an identity to establish. It was at that moment that the link between Marques Industry and the desire to become a true streetwear brand took on its full meaning.
The birth of a name
The name Marques Industry was born from a strong alliance of meaning.
Marques is my paternal grandmother's maiden name. A family legacy, full of memories, transmission and identity.
Industry , meanwhile, refers to the textile industry and a clear objective: to change attitudes around consumption patterns.
Creating clothes is one thing.
Striving to produce them under better conditions and improving processes as the brand grows is another. This commitment is an integral part of Marques Industry's DNA.
The link between streetwear, Portugal and our collections
Creativity takes on its full meaning when it is based on a specific theme.
Looking at the Marques Industry collections already released, a common thread emerges: strong cultural references , closely linked to Portugal and streetwear culture.
The first collection, A HISTÓRIA , laid the foundations of the brand.
It draws inspiration from the carnation, symbol of the April 25, 1974 revolution in Portugal. A powerful historical event, embodying values such as family, sharing, and memories . A natural starting point for a streetwear brand that aims to be committed and authentic.
Amor & Verão: the energy of summer
Continuing in this vein, the Amor & Verão collection fully embodies the summer spirit.
The colours orange, green and black become the master colours of this collection, conveying a sunny, free and warm atmosphere.
The collection's t-shirt is a real hit, as are the caps, which are quickly becoming essential accessories in Portuguese streetwear. A collection that appears lighter in style, but remains deeply rooted in the brand's identity.
SAUDADE: the culmination of a project
After a year of creation, it was time to offer a more accomplished, more mature project.
The SAUDADE collection marks a turning point.
Here, streetwear codes are fully embraced. A true artistic direction is evident, particularly in the blue jacket that lends its name to the collection. The details of the denim, the interplay of textures, and the coherence of the pieces result in a collection conceived as a whole.
SAUDADE is that particular alchemy between melancholy and happiness .
The inspirations are reminiscent of high school varsity jackets, revisited with particular attention to two colors: clouds and horizon . These references give the collection its emotional depth and contribute to its success.
A promising future for Marques Industry
And what will happen next?
Today, thousands of streetwear brands emerge every year. In this context, Marques Industry was never intended to become an overnight success. The goal is quite different: to build over time , analyze what works, adjust what needs adjusting, and capitalize on every success.
The development of Marques Industry relies first and foremost on creating a cohesive, committed community that is genuinely invested in the project. A community that doesn't just buy clothes, but that embraces a shared vision and values.
We are committed to perfecting every detail, from design to storytelling, to deliver genuine value through our collections. This dedication is essential to making Marques Industry a leading Portuguese streetwear brand , rooted in culture, authenticity, and meaning.
The ambition is strong, openly stated, and the potential is definitely there. The upcoming collections will prove it.
Join us in April 2026 to celebrate Marques Industry's second anniversary with the launch of a new streetwear collection, conceived and built around a unique theme: architecture . This collection is once again sophisticated, thoughtful, and true to the brand's identity.
One objective in sight, continue to develop Marques.Industry without ever losing what makes it strong: a sincere identity, an assumed culture and a sustainable vision of streetwear.