Kith’s Summer 2026 collection arrives with the usual mix of tailored leisurewear and coastal ease, but the standout piece is once again footwear. Ronnie Fieg’s latest collaboration with Clarks Originals revives the Ridgevale under the 8th St label, refining the silhouette into one of the season’s more thoughtful hybrids.

Originally introduced as a crossover between a Wallabee and a fisherman sandal, the Ridgevale returns in five updated colorways built from premium suede and Kennet Grain leather. The shoe retains Clarks’ signature crepe sole construction, balancing the soft, casual comfort associated with the Wallabee against the open structure and breathability of a summer sandal. Co-branded detailing remains subtle, allowing the materials and proportions to carry most of the visual weight.

The broader Summer 2026 collection reflects a similarly relaxed but considered approach. Kith leans heavily into lightweight fabrics, using silk-linen blends, crochet jersey, cupro linen, and washed cotton across camp-collar shirts, pleated trousers, mesh jerseys, swimwear, and relaxed tailoring. Actor Jonah Hill fronts the campaign, reinforcing the collection’s understated, off-duty sensibility rather than pushing overt trend-driven styling.

Accessories extend the warm-weather mood with raffia bags, canvas totes, belts, scarves, and collaborative headwear, though the Ridgevale ultimately anchors the collection’s identity. Its mix of heritage construction and unconventional form feels aligned with the broader shift toward softer, more relaxed menswear silhouettes without sacrificing material quality or craftsmanship.

The 8th St by Ronnie Fieg for Clarks Originals Summer 2026 collection releases May 15 through Kith stores and online channels. As with previous 8th St collaborations, quantities are expected to be limited.