How Ronnie Fieg Grew KITH From Store to Brand to Empire | Blueprint

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  • Queens-bred Ronnie Fieg infamously went from 13-year-old stockboy to brand mogul by mastering the limited-edition sneaker drop and trafficking unique products that feel special to KITH devotees.
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  • @balder6337
    @balder6337 Před 4 lety +353

    Nobody talks about how good the interviewer was at listening and asking the right questions

    • @2023awakening
      @2023awakening Před 3 lety +8

      I'm honestly tired of seeing this kind of comment whenever an interviewer does his job correctly. Yes he was a good interviewer. Yes he was good at listening and asking the right questions. That's his job. We shouldn't praise people for doing exactly what they are paid to do. Nothing extra special or over the top with him. He's just a really good interviewer. As the thousand others that are out there. Another person might say if he was really a good interviewer he would have a better job. I like this guy's interview style. It was well done. But you don't go to the cashier at Target and say let's take a moment to praise how well you rang those items up.

    • @shanehavens9251
      @shanehavens9251 Před 3 lety

      Goodwrench Sponsorship hyfr

    • @asaadluaibi2111
      @asaadluaibi2111 Před 3 lety

      Great point.

    • @Jjjjjjj750
      @Jjjjjjj750 Před 3 lety +5

      @@2023awakening it's just in a time where we're flooded with a bunch of youtube channels and everybody just interviewing with 0 knowledge, it's refreshing to finally get a professional on the spot. Many people have jobs, not all are great at their jobs, but when we find someone great at their job; appreciate their quality of how they do it.

    • @805centralcoastcalifornia4
      @805centralcoastcalifornia4 Před 3 lety +1

      My first time seeing this and I'm new like a baby to seeing Kith as a Brand, the Interviewer Nailed this 100%. The Future looks Amazing for Both Kith and this Masterful Interviewer. This is Video is 🔥🔥🔥👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @ohdagee
    @ohdagee Před 6 lety +933

    I hate the fact that the Sneaker Shopping segment racks up thousands of views, yet we have the Blueprint, with actual in-depth, valuable jewels that these creative visionaries drop. Lessons that a lot can use to build with other then just preoccupied for flexing with a pair of shoes. Not saying I don't rock Jordans or NBs, but make your status in society great with your grind and knowledge. Apparel is secondary. Salute to Ronnie Fieg and Complex for another Blueprint!

    • @streetknows
      @streetknows Před 6 lety +20

      not our fault if fools don't wanna learn nor be inspired.

    • @parisa8330
      @parisa8330 Před 6 lety +20

      Well said. Only a fraction will get it and that's okay.

    • @the77th
      @the77th Před 6 lety +15

      OHDΔGEE shhhhhhhhhhhhh, don't talk to loud, they'll know these diamonds are here...... shhhhhhhhhhhhh...... some are hypebeasts, some are students..... we are students

    • @almightygloku926
      @almightygloku926 Před 6 lety +4

      Keep the gems hidden

    • @ohdagee
      @ohdagee Před 6 lety +1

      paris booker And that fraction's responsibility is to build and share the traits, the wisdom. If only we all understood this and left out the envy and jealousy of seeing another brother or sister grow, until then would our society be a better place for ourselves, most importantly for the seeds.

  • @paul734
    @paul734 Před 6 lety +1159

    This series has me ready to start my own business and reach my own dreams.

    • @SimpleASs123
      @SimpleASs123 Před 6 lety +26

      paul734 do it

    • @paul734
      @paul734 Před 6 lety +8

      isiah Cole Thanks man. I'm on it.

    • @MrAcehard
      @MrAcehard Před 6 lety +6

      paul734 not everyone can make it... Just keep in mind

    • @Tapeworm99
      @Tapeworm99 Před 6 lety +55

      MrAcehard with that mind set no

    • @paul734
      @paul734 Před 6 lety +10

      This team resilient over here.

  • @P-Atonement
    @P-Atonement Před 2 lety +12

    This guy is inspiring because he literally started from the bottom and took from that key lessons that he later implemented in his rise to success. He doesn't act entitled rather humble and gracious. A real cool and genuine guy. (At least that's the impression I got from this interview)

  • @keithbetar5520
    @keithbetar5520 Před 5 lety +69

    Everyone busy talking about the silver spoon Ronnie was born with while im busy reading between the lines, picking out the jewels, cutting and pasting, saving and deleting...It's a mindset. You know you don't have the right one when you're filled with hate. Much respect to a true hustle.

    • @voica3976
      @voica3976 Před 4 lety +3

      Exactly. Even if you get a million dollars you gotta know what to do with it and execute

    • @codeninja100
      @codeninja100 Před 4 lety +5

      Very true. But you network is your net worth. You can have all the info but if no one sees it in you?

    • @voica3976
      @voica3976 Před 4 lety +1

      @@codeninja100 If no one sees it in you, you suck.

    • @chasegova
      @chasegova Před 4 lety

      exactly

  • @KickArtTV
    @KickArtTV Před 6 lety +21

    This Blueprint series is amazing! Ronnie Fieg and Bobby Hundreds are my favorites so far. Keep bringing the creatives..there is nothing like this series until now. Great job Complex. When is the Mark Ecko Blueprint coming out??

  • @MoonbearWears
    @MoonbearWears Před 5 lety

    I love hearing the the come up stories. They remind me to stay focused and get back on track.
    You can make things happen if you pay attention and create based upon what you're good at.
    Now that we have the internet in a way where everyone is watching and their barrier to entry is low anything is possible.

  • @angelmatos9143
    @angelmatos9143 Před 2 lety

    One of the better interviews I've seen in awhile. Thanks guys.

  • @asiandawg96
    @asiandawg96 Před 6 lety +3

    This is truly inspiring, seeing the hardships that he went through and his unique mindset in progressing the company

  • @afsdsasasf
    @afsdsasasf Před 6 lety +5

    Digging this Blueprint section, Complex. Appreciate it

  • @sherwinmason8535
    @sherwinmason8535 Před 6 lety +48

    This blueprint was amazing. Learned a lot from this episode.

  • @clay_arr
    @clay_arr Před 3 lety +1

    Man i love these complex. As someone who has my very own skate label, it's exciting watching these, to see ronnie's passion just gives me reinsurance that I'm on the right path, I share his same passion.

  • @rockoutkids
    @rockoutkids Před 6 lety +4

    his whole thing about bringing back discontinued models or colorways that he personally likes is so cool. sounds like something i'd do if i had the pull he does.

  • @ShawnCushnie
    @ShawnCushnie Před 6 lety

    This is awesome, I always see these videos in my news feed so i just add it to my watch later playlist. But now I had the to actually watch a video and I will make time to watch a video to take notes. Thanks Complex!

  • @christianharbin21
    @christianharbin21 Před 6 lety

    Completely floored! 13:35-13:58 is one of the most eye-opening things I've ever heard as it pertains to business. My key takeaway from this is to follow your instincts first above all else. Thanks for sharing!

  • @skulk2k
    @skulk2k Před 6 lety +3

    Ronnie thank you for the inspiration. As a consumer and being in love with the Kith brand you created I hope you maintain it as it is and don't feel tempted to over scale it. I think the size is just perfect the way it is and I wouldn't like it to be a huge global brand.

  • @hueyfreeman32
    @hueyfreeman32 Před 6 lety

    Amazing series ! Keep it going Complex. Much love, E.

  • @jimchorley
    @jimchorley Před 6 lety

    Very informative and interesting...it was refreshing to hear his story and about his work ethic and philosophy...thanks for the share complex...looking forward to watching more.

  • @brandoncrompton7537
    @brandoncrompton7537 Před 4 lety +1

    Great advice! Watched the entire video and going to go back and take notes!

  • @richardvillegas3799
    @richardvillegas3799 Před 6 lety +2

    RF is acfreakin' legend.. knowin' his roots and psyche makes him even more of an Icon... Dope dope dope👊🏽💯

  • @willisaybar
    @willisaybar Před 4 lety

    Incredibly insightful, well put together.

  • @deboatiba4354
    @deboatiba4354 Před 6 lety

    Love this entire interview. So insightful and rich.

  • @cj__6871
    @cj__6871 Před 2 lety

    Great vid and insight to Ronnie Fieg, thank you so much for allowing me to open up my thoughts in a way I didn’t before

  • @vote4anh17
    @vote4anh17 Před 6 lety

    One of the best blueprints to date. Thanks Complex.

  • @anthonywalsh93
    @anthonywalsh93 Před 6 lety

    amazing video! Ronnie just earned a new fan! very inspiring all the best of luck and thank you for your incredible & professional insight!!

  • @ChristianRodriguez-nk4du

    Ronnie is dropping gems. Thanks, Complex!

  • @ImLouPalomaBM
    @ImLouPalomaBM Před 6 lety

    Good interview,..Def much better than I expected

  • @isaiahbaek8872
    @isaiahbaek8872 Před 4 lety +3

    It seems like Ronnie had a very fortunate opportunity to succeed at times but his creative mind and vibrant taste have driven Kith to the top and has made the brand long lasting

  • @ericsalazar7194
    @ericsalazar7194 Před 6 lety

    This interview so dope ,inspiring !

  • @tytyo1540
    @tytyo1540 Před 6 lety +1

    Aye Ronnie / KITH, I feel and love your passion! Thanks for the knowledge! I’m gonna be on your level in the near future

  • @pestogawd
    @pestogawd Před rokem

    This interview inspired tf out of me and I’m sure so many people 👏

  • @EggyPlayz98
    @EggyPlayz98 Před 6 měsíci

    So happy I was able to learn and capture the knowledge from this video. Definitely going to put it to use one day.

  • @ihavenoname5940
    @ihavenoname5940 Před 4 měsíci

    Just realized how late I am and wow this interview is everything. So many valuable information in here.

  • @lepantsula_
    @lepantsula_ Před 3 lety

    One of the few and most realest interview I've ever had to draw inspiration from..."i hate being a boss...i think I'm a great leader...I'm Only looking for passionate people"

  • @tommylukito9207
    @tommylukito9207 Před 6 lety

    Awesome segment 👌 well done Complex

  • @alanscanlan7604
    @alanscanlan7604 Před 5 lety

    really enjoyed that, super content!!

  • @88digital11
    @88digital11 Před 6 lety

    I love these segments. Really shows the struggle before the growth.

  • @nikkiiikeeem2052
    @nikkiiikeeem2052 Před 4 lety

    Great content always 🙏🏽

  • @tomiwakosoko4185
    @tomiwakosoko4185 Před 6 lety +1

    Love these segments, keep them coming!

  • @justaboy9185
    @justaboy9185 Před 6 lety +12

    Applauding complex. This is an amazing series.

  • @EscoThaDon626
    @EscoThaDon626 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I loved Kith but now I have mad respect for this man and what he's done

  • @armxi
    @armxi Před 6 lety

    Amazing interview!

  • @JWMCMLXXX
    @JWMCMLXXX Před 6 lety

    I subscribed because of the Blueprint series.
    This show is always great.

  • @icebergblkkk
    @icebergblkkk Před 6 lety +273

    damn his family's connected.

  • @Macctenamo
    @Macctenamo Před rokem

    As a young currently failing business owner,,, this was motivational for me to just stay true to my core an create as I please. not to try an appeal to the masses but to me an my clientele an close followers!
    Thanks Fieg

  • @wearerevellers
    @wearerevellers Před 6 lety +9

    Ronnie Fieg the goat, great tastemaker who creates fly ish, these series are great, please keep em coming COMPLEX
    we watching them from ivory coast, west africa.

  • @dolla_onlyus8217
    @dolla_onlyus8217 Před rokem +3

    Incredible mind no doubt about that, but very privileged. Owner of Atrium and David Z. That alone put him in a different place, he was around business owners and minds. That helped him know he had an opportunity

  • @kaihav2405
    @kaihav2405 Před 6 lety

    Excellent interview.

  • @donny3900
    @donny3900 Před 3 lety +103

    I’m going to be on this show talking about my brand. Mark my words.

    • @BufferingFilms
      @BufferingFilms Před 3 lety +1

      What’s your brand? You got Instagram? Would love to check it out

    • @Herofixtv
      @Herofixtv Před 3 lety

      @@BufferingFilms check mine out instagram.com/beardzbrothers , let me know what you think .

    • @playboiparty1853
      @playboiparty1853 Před 3 lety

      Keep hustin❗

    • @BwizWalkerGG
      @BwizWalkerGG Před 3 lety

      Most definitely! Merch will be arriving soon. CZcams vlogs will be up very soon!

    • @gotmoney9418
      @gotmoney9418 Před 3 lety +2

      Damn i look at these for inspiration, and i don’t want to come off as hating, but i leave every episode thinking “ok, have a cousin that can hook you up”

  • @Getsitdone
    @Getsitdone Před 4 lety

    Great great interview!

  • @lainj94
    @lainj94 Před 6 lety

    Keep up this blueprint series, it's good stuff

  • @heyj.7853
    @heyj.7853 Před 6 lety

    Amazing thanks COMPLEX.

  • @carolinaedcar
    @carolinaedcar Před 6 lety

    My son shared this with me ... nice job all of you who worked on this

  • @kennethpatton5916
    @kennethpatton5916 Před 6 lety

    Love the conversations

  • @Ballinonabudget
    @Ballinonabudget Před 6 lety

    Great interview 👍🏾

  • @BunBFits
    @BunBFits Před 5 lety

    meehn!! this got me on my toes to go harder to pursue my dreams

  • @APupNamedSmokey
    @APupNamedSmokey Před 6 lety

    Blueprint Series is great! Amazing Job :)

  • @WhiskySoundsGood
    @WhiskySoundsGood Před 5 lety +1

    What a guy. Well done!! Much success to you Ronnie.

  • @intextwetrust4926
    @intextwetrust4926 Před 4 lety

    Dope interview!

  • @MrWinforever
    @MrWinforever Před 6 lety

    By far my favorite episode! Top 2! With Jimmy Iovine.

  • @treyparker3775
    @treyparker3775 Před 6 lety +1

    This is a really good series.

  • @JamalW239
    @JamalW239 Před 6 lety +3

    The Ronnie Fieg Gel Lyte V Sage's are my No.1 grail. Hopefully one day my size will come on Ebay for a price I can afford!

  • @brandongreig5626
    @brandongreig5626 Před 6 lety

    great episode!

  • @mikestokes17
    @mikestokes17 Před 6 lety +2

    I like his approach. Even though I can't catch a Kith release

  • @garyko158
    @garyko158 Před 5 lety +2

    his book holders are a pair of pure money 4's. u gotta love it. Wut an inspiration dude is. great job brother. how cool are those chairs too?

  • @hotcoco0573
    @hotcoco0573 Před 5 lety

    I love this interview

  • @aJ-od9vv
    @aJ-od9vv Před 5 lety

    What a fantastic, inspiring video ...

  • @kimly6403
    @kimly6403 Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you Ronnie for being a true inspiration. The real G.O.A.T!

  • @oc6738
    @oc6738 Před 6 lety

    Man you have to do a part 2!!!

  • @jelsurs
    @jelsurs Před 6 lety

    I loved this so much!

  • @tmpltv3271
    @tmpltv3271 Před 6 lety

    I have always came across this brand but never looked into it. After watching this video I became a fan of his creation very inspirational.

  • @FrancisSong
    @FrancisSong Před 4 lety

    This is a great series

  • @akhmadfirdaus9479
    @akhmadfirdaus9479 Před 6 lety

    Thankyou Complex

  • @Mistuurable
    @Mistuurable Před 6 lety +8

    He knows what he wants and goes to get what he wants.. can't knock that hustle

  • @Sneakyyy0
    @Sneakyyy0 Před 3 lety

    Big respect for Ronnie. A very humble fella

  • @joshuarobbdkful
    @joshuarobbdkful Před 6 lety

    Dope episode🔥🔥

  • @Freewxll614
    @Freewxll614 Před 6 lety

    PLEASE KEEP THIS SERIES!! PLZZZZZZZ

  • @sdjohnsononyoutube
    @sdjohnsononyoutube Před 6 lety

    He is very cognizant & deliberate with his actions.

  • @thechancellor8942
    @thechancellor8942 Před 4 lety

    Great episode Ronnie is a modern day fashion superhero. 🙏

  • @blackiechan202
    @blackiechan202 Před 6 lety +32

    this is the grown-up section of complex

  • @taysthetic
    @taysthetic Před 5 lety +1

    People all hating like “oh he grew up rich and had people show him the way”. Well guess what, every successful person in this world has gotten to where they are at by having a mentor. It’s a simple fact. You either find one, or pay for one. And it’s up to you to implement and have an extreme PASSION to do what it is you want.

  • @tebogolucillelosaba7054

    This was dope to watch

  • @ChrisHeightsTV
    @ChrisHeightsTV Před 3 lety

    I love this series.

  • @swiftyy372
    @swiftyy372 Před 6 lety +48

    the man💯🐐

  • @nikolaygeorgiev1416
    @nikolaygeorgiev1416 Před 5 lety

    Mad respect for this man with a vision

  • @OrdinaryViewer808
    @OrdinaryViewer808 Před 6 lety

    This guy is such an inspiration!

  • @P-Atonement
    @P-Atonement Před 2 lety +1

    The fashion/shoe designer turned brand are the most interesting come up stories. Complex should have told more of these type stories on the Blue Print series. This interviewer is great because he's knowledgeable and doesn't kiss ass or ask lame questions. It's too bad that shows like Blue Print aren't shown attention like Sneaker Shopping or Full Size Run . I enjoy shows like this one so much more than those

  • @thabamchunu7494
    @thabamchunu7494 Před 11 měsíci

    Thank you.

  • @paulavory1837
    @paulavory1837 Před 6 lety

    Fanatastic film and incite into Ronnie Fieg. Passion, everything is possible with it - never a truer statement has been ushered.

  • @tilerf308
    @tilerf308 Před 6 lety +225

    Ronnie is a genius. Don't @ me either.

    • @alejandroserrano7755
      @alejandroserrano7755 Před 6 lety +11

      He definitely made smart moves from the start.

    • @heatehr2016
      @heatehr2016 Před 6 lety +34

      Not a genius, just has good taste with a vision.

    • @Ellobothe1
      @Ellobothe1 Před 6 lety +1

      He is brilliant man

    • @ye23.
      @ye23. Před 6 lety +15

      Basically a Jew that got put on by another rich Jew. Nothing inspiring about this. I respect it if they really came from nothing

    • @marcogallo2811
      @marcogallo2811 Před 6 lety +6

      Well yes and no. Anyone can be put on by someone in a position of wealth and power. Not anyone though can create their own brand and design their own products that resonate as much as he has. Everyone does not have that creative spark, passion, and vision to create like he said. That was his passion, not to make money because he could have continued to work for David and made tons of money, and or work for other large brands and make bank. He was more passionate about creating products. That is hard to do. His brand sparked out of his products which is also unquie because it's the opposite of how it usually happens.

  • @briandavidofficial
    @briandavidofficial Před 3 lety +1

    Love his bit on how he doesn't do anything out of competition...just works from authenticity.

  • @IamMewtwo
    @IamMewtwo Před 6 lety

    Love this dude so much

  • @willdeane121
    @willdeane121 Před 6 lety

    The video has inspired me to go for it with my brand

  • @IngloriousDotUs
    @IngloriousDotUs Před 2 lety

    My favorite interview when I need inspiration and motivation

  • @janthony8
    @janthony8 Před 6 lety +1

    Bravo. Great interview, phenomenal series.

  • @BUTTA170
    @BUTTA170 Před 6 lety +84

    Damn i look at these for inspiration, and i don’t want to come off as hating, but i leave every episode thinking “ok, have a cousin that can hook you up”

    • @LloydAlmighty
      @LloydAlmighty Před 4 lety +2

      😂😂😂😂

    • @LloydAlmighty
      @LloydAlmighty Před 4 lety +1

      😂😂😂😂

    • @campkira
      @campkira Před 4 lety

      i won't use this a example... endless had limited shoe that you go to just don't good business sense...

  • @_IsrealPerez
    @_IsrealPerez Před 6 lety

    These are awesome!

  • @lmartin212
    @lmartin212 Před 6 lety +6

    Incredible story!! Most people think that one has success overnight... This guy been grinding since 13 years old!!!!

  • @jcupps5
    @jcupps5 Před 4 lety +9

    "some things aren't meant to scale." genius comment. The level or discipline to have that understanding is why his brand is so strong

  • @pujaballer
    @pujaballer Před 6 lety +2

    thiss guy had some serious plugs before he was even 20! cant knock the hustle man was on it from the jump