A sudden summer thunderstorm threatened to cancel the entire event on Lafayette Street. The unveiling of the Kith’s Fall 2025 collection was delayed by a formidable downpour. Fortunately, after 45 minutes and the distribution of Kith-branded clear umbrellas, the rain subsided. Once Carmelo Anthony settled into his front-row seat, the atmosphere charged with anticipation, proving that a little weather could not disrupt the city’s energy.
The show itself was a tribute to New York. Ronnie Fieg’s decision to stage the presentation outside the newly remodeled Soho flagship store felt significant. He wanted to honor a space that has become a fixture in downtown culture. This collection marked a deliberate return to the brand’s core identity, moving away from the more experimental styles of recent seasons and refocusing on the elements that have made Kith a staple for so many.
The menswear demonstrated a confident grasp of elevated streetwear. Models walked a turf runway in luxurious double-faced herringbone sweatsuits and cozy chenille baseball jerseys. Logoed bomber jackets were a prominent feature, and a motocross theme was evident in tracksuits adorned with graphic flames, which felt perfectly timed. These pieces could easily be pictured on the streets of Soho, worn with an unassuming confidence.
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Sportswear pieces worked seamlessly alongside the sharp tailoring that Fieg has refined over the years. The collection carried a subtle 1980s influence. A women’s pinstriped, double-breasted suit featured a jacket that was neatly cropped at the hip. An elegant black trench coat with velvet-trimmed lapels was worn over a velour tracksuit, showcasing a sophisticated layering technique. Another standout piece was a white and tan bouclé car coat presented over a matching wool shirt and trousers. The women’s collection projected a slightly more editorial mood than the men’s collection.
Collaborations remain central to the Kith universe, and this show featured several notable partnerships. Adidas had a significant presence with footwear that included six running shoe models from six different decades, as well as a Superstar Black Tie 2.0 collection. The German brand also partnered with Kith and Clarks to create Wallabee silhouettes with modern Adidas Ultraboost and 4D midsoles.
Other notable names were also featured in the footwear collection. Clarks presented leopard-print Wallabees, offering a bold take on a classic. Kith collaborated with Birkenstock, adding a braided trim to the Boston model. One version stood out with a colorful gradient against a clean white upper, showcasing a playful design sensibility. The brand also reintroduced its &Kin line, which focuses on upgrading staple items with premium materials.
Friends of the brand, including famous figures, populated the runway and audience, reinforcing the show’s “Institution” theme. Jim Jones, Jordan Clarkson, and Victor Cruz walked in the show, while John Leguizamo and Fabolous watched from the audience. As Kith’s 15th anniversary approaches next year, this presentation felt like a powerful declaration of the brand’s enduring place in fashion and a strong indication of what lies ahead.