Kith brings its flagship magic to the heart of the Windy City

Kith opened its latest flagship store off Chicago’s Magnificent Mile Oct. 3. Chic guests were wowed by the store’s design, done in collaboration with architect Ben Porto of Porto Architecture. The new location boasts an elegant stone façade set within a bold brass frame. Spanning two floors, Kith Chicago carries the full in‑house lineup along with additional apparel, footwear, accessories and lifestyle offerings for men, women, and kids, and introduces an in‑store Kith Treats to add a sweet finish to the shopping experience.

As invitees stepped through the entrance, they were immediately drawn to the elegant dark walnut millwork and dramatic coffered ceiling. Apparel niches are wrapped in custom K&K crest‑embossed velvet and leather wallcoverings. At the store’s core stands monolithic caseworks in Belvedere stone, showcasing lifestyle goods and jewelry, while on the opposing side, men’s footwear is laid out with custom Mark Jupiter walnut benches. 

As partygoers ascended a statement staircase of matching dark walnut and marble leading to the second floor, they were greeted by a gallery wall with over thirty photographs by Chicago-based artists. This level is dedicated to Kith Women, women’s brands, footwear and Kith Kids, with aesthetics taking on a lighter tone to contrast to the men’s floor. A custom helix chandelier composed of dozens of individual pendants sparkles above. Apparel niches here are crafted in custom oak millwork accented with Verde Jasmine marble. Along the storefront windows, women’s footwear is displayed, and across from it lies a room devoted to luxurious handbags and accessories.

Fashionistas sipped cocktails in the Women’s Accessories Room, an intimate enclave with tufted wallpaper, custom jewelry vitrines, handbag displays and mosaic tile flooring. Elsewhere in the store, guests enjoyed cozy moments in the Kid’s Room, which is set apart by a signature cloud‑motif archway and multicolored stone flooring. Across the hall, a dedicated Kith Treats counter with seating invites shoppers to pause, enjoy dessert and take in views of the store.

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To mark the opening, Kith launched a capsule collection of tees, hoodies, crewnecks and headwear featuring artwork inspired by Chicago’s architectural and cultural landmarks.

Kith Chicago is located at 54 E Walton Street, Chicago, IL 60611, and is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (kith.com)