For its newest line, Kith joins Auralee in creating a range of sophisticated ensembles rife with functional embellishments. The collection springs from both brands’ mutual appreciation for style, quality and attention to detail, with each timeless piece serving as a fashion fundamental that satisfies the increasingly trendy capsule wardrobe.
Auralee, a Japanese brand known for its relaxed and elegant vibe, provides its own array of premium materials, including its Super-120 raw cashmere, ultra-fine Egyptian fine cotton, and ultra-soft South African super-kid mohair. For seamless integration into any modern wardrobe, Kith, a prominent lifestyle brand known for its innovative designs and predilection to cereal (the Treats bars are true confections), lends a selection of earthy tones from its Kith 101 program.
Inspired by Auralee’s most popular silhouettes, the line is an amalgamation of elevated apparel decorated in the custom hues of Kith 101ーthe provisions for a foolproof wardrobe. In the pyramid of sophisticated streetwear, the collection’s sweatpants, tees, and ultra-soft cotton knit hoodies provide the foundation. The Viyella wool fabric shirting is a fine polish, while the Double Pouch and the Puffed Tote furnish its functionality. Seasonal staples, like the Milton Balaclava and custom scarves, bolster the brickwork, but it’s the gentle formality of the outerwear that completes the structure.
The Heavy Canvas Liner Coat, made of densely woven Japanese canvas and thick uneven yarn for texture, is enhanced with details of cashmere wool blend lining and an adjustable hood. For a more formal option, the Melton Chesterfield Coat, a twill chambray melton blend made from Auralee’s ultra-soft Super160 wool, is available in a muted green pulled directly from the Kith 101 Palette. And in a demonstration of quiet luxury, the Light Wool Max Gabardine Jacket, a single-breasted jacket with a coordinating slack, is crafted from Auralee’s ultra-soft Super140 wool gabardine blend and enveloped in a traditional gray hue.
In an elegant, yet effortless, appeal to modern style, the Kith and Auralee collaboration is an allegiance to fashion’s ability for comfort and sophistication. Each article serves a purpose, equipping the wearer with a functional way of dressing bolstered by the long-lasting, high-quality materials so characteristic of both brands. Everyday wear is elevated, and with the strong focus on craftsmanship, sophisticated design and versatility, each piece is sure to stand the test of time.
