A sustainable footwear and accessories brand will open this fall in Philadelphia’s Rittenhouse Square neighborhood.
Rothy’s will debut at 1613 Walnut St., and Gio Lepori, vice president of global retail, told Whatnow Philadelphia the brand always had Philadelphia on its expansion roadmap and waited until it found the “perfect spot.”
The company’s closest location currently operates at the King of Prussia Mall.
“Rittenhouse Square is a neighborhood where people don’t just pass through. They spend time there, they discover new places, and they come back. It has a strong local identity alongside brands people know and trust, and that’s exactly the kind of community we look for. Our goal isn’t simply to open a store, but to become part of the neighborhood,” Lepori said.
Rothy’s designs and sells machine-washable shoes, handbags and accessories made from recycled materials using its 3D knitting process.
The upcoming store will feature Rothy’s signature open-concept layout designed to create a welcoming shopping experience.
“We design our stores to encourage people to slow down, try different styles, ask questions, and spend time with the collection. Craftsmanship, fit and comfort are things that are best understood in person, and our stores give customers the opportunity to experience those qualities for themselves,” he said.
The team is eager to become part of the Philadelphia community.
“Every new store is an opportunity to become part of a new community, and that’s always the most rewarding part of the job. One of my favorite moments is watching someone try on Rothy’s for the first time. That moment when they experience the comfort of our shoes for the first time. “It’s an exciting milestone for us, and we’re eager to become part of the Rittenhouse neighborhood,” Lepori said.
An official opening date has not been announced. Visit Rothy’s website and follow the brand on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates.
