Kith Pre-Fall 2022

Culture vultures have been searching for the “vibe shift” since its imminent arrival was forecasted this spring. Have we found it? Maybe not when it comes to aesthetics at large, but New York’s downtown barometer of hype, Kith, is certainly embarking on a new path. Starting with the label’s spring collection, founder Ronnie Fieg has been aging up the Kith dude, formalizing his wardrobe, and giving him a little finery. Not to say the brand’s streetwear roots are absent in this pre-fall offering—Fieg is giving his customer base colorblocked, ’90s-inspired tracksuit sets and New Balance sneakers in retro colorways—but the Kith spirit is markedly more mature. Crochet camp shirts, Positano-evoking striped sets, and micro cords add texture and