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On’s Most Exclusive Sneaker Yet Triples Down on a Signature Look

On and Kith’s new multi-year partnership kicks off with two original silhouettes that are exactly what you’d expect from both brands — in the best way.

Close-up of a beige sneaker with textured fabric, blue pull tab labeled "OC," and white sole embossed with "CLOUDTEC.Kith
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By Ben Bowers

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On has spent the past few years turning its distinctive cloud-pod soles and performance pedigree into something bigger than a running brand. A steady stream of high-profile collaborations has pushed the Swiss company deep into fashion territory.

Partnerships with Spanish luxury maison Loewe and New York agricultural collective Sky High Farm have drawn attention from both sneakerheads and the fashion crowd, while capsule collections with ambassadors like Roger Federer and Zendaya have helped broaden the brand’s cultural reach.

The new Spring 2026 collaboration capsule between Kith and On includes two completely new sneaker designs, available in three different colorways per pair.
Kith

Now On is adding another heavyweight partner to the mix. The brand has announced a multi-year collaboration with Kith — and it may be the most intriguing pairing yet.

The full Spring 2026 lineup is still unfolding, but Kith has already revealed the collaboration’s opening act: two entirely new sneaker silhouettes designed exclusively for the Kith-for-On partnership, arriving just in time to celebrate Kith’s 15th anniversary.

Go big or go home

Beige athletic shoe with translucent upper and uniquely sculpted sole with cut-out sections.
The new sneaker silhouettes created in collaboration with Kith stand out in part by embracing an even more exaggerated take on On’s signature Cloud Pod outsole design.
Kith

The collection introduces two completely original silhouettes — the K-Tech 1 and K-Tech 2 — developed from the ground up for the Kith for On partnership.

From a design standpoint, the sneakers seem to triple down on exactly what each brand does best.

Three pairs of Kith sneakers stacked vertically on a dark background, featuring chunky soles with cut-out designs in cream, black, and teal colorways.
The K-Tech 1 is the more performance-oriented release thanks to its breathable mesh upper with synthetic suede overlays, all-new Cloudswift tooling, and a Kith Monogram treaded outsole for added grip and traction.
Kith

On’s signature CloudTec cushioning system and cloud pod outsole DNA are front and center on both models, paired with Kith’s trademark preference for luxurious neutrals, clean lines, and thoughtful color pairings.

The K-Tech 1 leans into performance, featuring a breathable mesh upper with synthetic suede overlays, all-new Cloudswift tooling, and a Kith Monogram treaded outsole for added grip and traction. It’s available in Black, Tofu, and Tofu & Sea Moss colorways.

Three Kith sneakers in cream with red and blue accents, dark gray and brown, and green with cream and blue, arranged on a dark surface.
The new K-Tech 2 is more of a lifestyle sneaker, though it still equipped with plenty of technical detailing.
Kith

The K-Tech 2 is built for everyday wear, with open-mesh underlays for breathability and the same Cloudswift foundation. Its colorways — White & Real Teal, Thorn & Ganache, and Spirulina & Barley — read like a Kith color palette greatest hits.

Black shoe sole with textured tread featuring repeated "KITH" branding and "CLOUDTEC" text on a dark background.Kith

Both models feature a dual-density Helion foam midsole and co-branded lockups throughout, according to details shared by Kith and On.

Pricing and availability

Pair of white mesh and suede sneakers with blue accents and burgundy inner lining on a dark surface.
Anyone interested in owning a pair will have to either try their luck at a raffle or hope to snag whatever is made available to the public starting on Friday, March 6th.
Kith

If you want a shot at the K-Tech 1 or K-Tech 2 at launch, you’ll need to act fast. A limited drawing for both silhouettes opens Wednesday, March 4th exclusively on the Kith App and closes Thursday, March 5th. Winners will be notified ahead of the wider release.

The full Kith for On Spring 2026 collection — including additional apparel and accessories — drops globally on Friday, March 6th at 11 AM local time in-store and online at Kith locations in New York, London, Paris, and Tokyo, as well as on kith.com. Pricing has not yet been officially announced, but given both brands’ positioning, expect the K-Tech silhouettes to land at premium retail price points

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About the Author: Ben Bowers is the Co-Founder and Chief Content Officer of Gear Patrol. Throughout his tenure in media, Ben has written and reported on everything from consumer tech to whiskey, watches, cars, camping, and personal style. These days, he gets to write less than he’d like to.

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