Event Recap: Skims Flagship Tour - 5th Ave (July Event)

Hosted by the Retail Design Institute – New York Chapter

📅 July 23rd, 2025

The Retail Design Institute’s NY Chapter hosted an exciting summer event spotlighting one of New York City’s most talked-about new retail destinations—the SKIMS Flagship on Fifth Avenue.

The evening kicked off at Schimenti’s office, where attendees enjoyed networking and light bites from 5:30 to 6:15 PM. Guests had the opportunity to connect with industry peers while mingling with the talented consultants and builders who brought the SKIMS vision to life.

From 6:15 to 6:45 PM, a project insights session and Q&A offered behind-the-scenes details on the design, construction, and challenges of the flagship build. This session provided valuable takeaways for architects, designers, and retail professionals curious about the intricacies of creating a flagship store for one of fashion’s fastest-growing brands.

At 6:45 PM, the group made its way on foot to 647 Fifth Avenue, where the SKIMS Flagship Tour capped off the evening. Attendees explored the space through self-guided tours, experiencing firsthand the innovative design, layout, and brand storytelling that defines SKIMS' retail presence.

The event successfully blended networking, education, and exclusive access to one of NYC’s newest retail landmarks—making it a memorable highlight in RDI NY’s summer programming.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

Event Sponsors: Dot Dash | Architectural Lighting Design, Bernstein Display, Schimenti, B+N Industries

Platinum Sponsor: TJ Hale

Gold Sponsors: Schimenti Construction, Axis Global Logistics, Planit Construction, Mobik Retail, Omnify – Home of LumiSheet™, Pacific Northern, Ensemble, 5 POINTS CONSTRUCTION