Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS opens Chicago store in Gold Coast after new Nike & LISA collab

Kim Kardashian's SKIMS brand cut the ribbon on its first Chicago flagship store on Friday, according to NBC Chicago. The 6,500-square-foot space, which once housed a 1960s bank, sits at 1000 North Rush Street in the Gold Coast neighborhood.

The store runs 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, Monday through Sunday, per the SKIMS website. Shoppers can grab exclusive merchandise only sold in-store. Year-round drops include NikeSKIMS items, the company said.

Kim Kardashian hails city style

"Chicago boasts such incredible style and a vibrant community, and opening our first flagship here feels incredibly meaningful," Kim Kardashian said in a statement, as reported by NBC Chicago.

"We're thrilled to introduce SKIMS to the city, inviting the community into a space that pays homage to Chicago's storied architectural heritage while highlighting our signature design language, immersive experiences, and the complete assortment in person," she added.

SKIMS already has a spot at Oakbrook Center in the western suburbs.

NikeSKIMS steps up with BLACKPINK star LISA

NikeSKIMS, a fresh activewear line from Nike and SKIMS, enters a "new era" with its Spring 2026 collection. According to AOL, it offers a "first head-to-toe system of dress" mixing footwear, apparel and accessories. The line draws from the modern ballerina, blending grace and strength.

BLACKPINK star LISA, real name Lalisa Manoban, stars in the campaign. She dances through visuals celebrating "movement, artistry, and form." Fans have raved about her collaboration online, saying, "SHE IS BORN TO BE ICONIC," according to AOL.

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"Best marketing and best advertising campaign with Lisa," another chimed in. "The most powerful woman in fashion Lisa," a commenter added.

The collection dropped on Thursday, Feb. 5 on SKIMS.com, Nike.com and select stores. LISA sports the blush-pink NikeSKIMS Rift Mesh shoe, a tabi-toe remix that sold out fast despite mixed buzz.

LISA's momentum builds as she just wrapped BLACKPINK’S Deadline World Tour, teased music and debuted acting in The White Lotus Season 3. A Netflix spinoff, TYGO, follows, reports AOL.

Chicago's SKIMS store ties into the NikeSKIMS hype, drawing fans nationwide. The blend of local roots and global stars spotlights activewear innovation.