Rick Owens Chicago Flagship Opens
Rick Owens is opening his first Chicago flagship at The Fulton in Fulton Market, cementing the area's shift to a high-end lifestyle hub. The luxury brand expansion received 23 likes on February 14.
- The 2,832-square-foot store will be the brand's first flagship in Chicago and is considered the first "ultra-luxury" retail tenant in the Fulton Market district. - American designer Rick Owens founded his eponymous label in 1994, gaining significant recognition after Kate Moss wore one of his leather jackets in a 2001 issue of Vogue Paris. - Fulton Market, once an industrial meatpacking district, has seen rapid development, with its population growing by 52% between 2010 and 2020 and billions invested in new projects. - The neighborhood is now a corporate hub, housing the headquarters of major companies like Google and McDonald's, alongside numerous upscale restaurants and hotels. - Other Rick Owens flagships are known for their minimalist and "brutal-luxe" aesthetic, often featuring concrete walls, monochromatic color palettes, and unique, sculptural furniture designed by Owens himself. - The area has seen a recent influx of other high-end and popular retailers, including a planned Trader Joe's and various boutique shops, solidifying its status as a premier commercial and residential neighborhood. - Rick Owens' retail spaces are designed to be more than just stores; they are immersive environments that reflect the brand's avant-garde and artistic vision, often incorporating art installations. - The brand has a history of choosing locations with unique architectural character for its flagships, including a former ribbon factory in Los Angeles and a historic building in London.
