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ROPÉ vs Kith: similarities and differences

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ROPÉ

Japan Founded 1968

Polished & dressy · Minimal & basics

Kith

United States Founded 2011

Trends & youth culture · Streetwear · Sporty & sportswear

Similarities and differences

Shared traits

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Different traits

  • Streetwear

    Kith shows a stronger emphasis

  • Sporty & sportswear

    Kith shows a stronger emphasis

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Trait comparison

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  • Kith (dashed line, squares)
Traits of ROPÉ and Kith, shown relative to each brand.
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Traits farther from the centre are more prominent within each brand. The chart uses the same relative display as the brand profile. Area does not indicate brand quality or absolute differences between brands.

Traits by category

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  • ROPÉ
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Minimal & basics
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Polished & dressy
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Luxury & heritage
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Avant-garde & designer
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Decoration & playfulness
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Streetwear
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Trends & youth culture
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Sporty & sportswear
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Outdoor & functional
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Basic information

Field
ROPÉ
Kith
Country Japan United States
Founded 1968 2011
Category Clothing Clothing
Other categories Bags Accessories Footwear Bags Accessories Footwear Lifestyle products

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Brand profiles

Brand lines

ROPÉ

  • ROPE' PICNIC

    A line derived from ROPÉ in 1998, it was launched for women who enjoy everyday life with the feeling...

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  • ADAM ET ROPÉ

    Established in 1990 as a different business format originating from ROPÉ, it began as a store brand ...

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  • MADEMOISELLE ROPÉ

    A contemporary line for adult women that emerged from ROPE, it is based on French style and has conn...

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  • ROPÉ ÉTERNEL

    A label launched for a limited time to mark ROPÉ’s 50th anniversary, it introduced sustainable initi...

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  • LA LIGNE ROPE'

    A dress line launched by ROPÉ in 2019, it draws inspiration from the straight-cut construction of tr...

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  • ÉPOR

    A derivative line launched in 2021 by reworking bags that had been popular at ROPÉ throughout the ye...

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  • moi salon et ropé

    A lifestyle shop established in 2023 by combining elements of ROPÉ and SALON adam et ropé, it is cha...

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  • M TO R

    M TO R was established as an independent brand by relaunching “MADEMOISELLE ROPÉ,” a line derived fr...

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  • LE CERCLE par ropé

    LE CERCLE par ropé is an independent fashion brand developed by combining elements of both ROPÉ and ...

Kith

  • Kith Women

    A women-only derivative line launched by Kith to expand into womenswear beyond its primarily menswea...

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  • Kith Kids

    A kids' line that adapts Kith's worldview and signature elements for children. Released under the Ki...

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  • Kith Baby

    A derivative line focused on an even younger age group (babies) than Kith Kids, offering a structure...

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  • Kith Treats

    A food and dessert offshoot brand developed by Kith to expand the in-store experience, it launched i...

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Collaborations

ROPÉ

  • 2024-10-04

    MIHARA YASUHIRO

    In 2024, the women’s sneaker “Daphne,” exclusive to Rope, was announced as a collaboration. An exclusive color and specifications are noted.

ROPÉ collaborations

Kith

  • 2026-01-12

    ASICS

    Kith for ASICS Loyalty Exclusive Collection was announced on January 9, 2026, and released on January 12. In addition to apparel and footwear, it included headwear from New Era.

  • 2020-12-18

    Nike

    Kith (Ronnie Fieg) × Nike. The collaboration centered on the Air Force 1 “NYC,” evoking an urban theme and NYC, and was released as a special edition on December 18, 2020.

  • 2019-04-25

    Moncler

    In April 2019, the brand collaborated with Kith again, and a new collection was released in stores. Distribution was confirmed at retailers such as END.

  • 2018-03-02

    Champion

    A large-scale Kith × Champion collection featuring hoodies, crewnecks, sweatpants, varsity styles, and more. Released on 3/2 at Kith stores and on its official website.

  • 2016-12-16

    Timberland

    A Timberland capsule by Kith founder Ronnie Fieg, the Kith Aspen Collection featured models centered on 6-inch boots and the 40 Below Superboot, using waterproof nubuck and limited colorways.

Kith collaborations

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