Opening Ceremony

Opening Ceremony

Multi-Label Retail Concept & Brand

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Founded 2002
Headquarters New York, NY, United States

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Opening Ceremony is a brand and US-based multi-label retail store; founded by Humberto Leon and Carol Lim in 2002. Opening Ceremony originated when the founders went travelling, which served to inspire the duo to create a space to share their findings from their travels, passion for art and fashion. The name is inspired by the the modern Olympics, paying homage to the brand’s aim of curating pieces from all around the world. OC has become known for its plethora of collaborations with Vans, COMMES des GARCONS, adidas and Maison Martin Margiela etc.
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Latest Collections

Opening Ceremony and Birkenstock Unite For Two Art-Inspired Boston Clogs
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Opening Ceremony and Birkenstock Unite For Two Art-Inspired Boston Clogs

Paying homage to Belgian surrealist artist René Magritte.

Vans and Opening Ceremony Reconnect For Pattern-Heavy Footwear, Apparel and Accessories Capsule
Footwear

Vans and Opening Ceremony Reconnect For Pattern-Heavy Footwear, Apparel and Accessories Capsule

Snake and black leopard graphics grace the Authentic QTL, tracksuits, tote bags and more.

Opening Ceremony's Third Reebok Collab is a Tartan Dream
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Opening Ceremony's Third Reebok Collab is a Tartan Dream

Presented by Opening Ceremony
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Opening Ceremony Places Plaid Patterns on the Reebok Instapump Fury
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Opening Ceremony Places Plaid Patterns on the Reebok Instapump Fury

OC’s stores may have shuttered, but its collaborative product is rolling right along.

Opening Ceremony Recruits Acclaimed Artists for 'Beastie Boys Story' Merch
Fashion

Opening Ceremony Recruits Acclaimed Artists for 'Beastie Boys Story' Merch

Kim Gordan, Raymond Pettibon, Geoff McFetridge and more.

A Look Back at Opening Ceremony’s 20 Most Notable Collaborations
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A Look Back at Opening Ceremony’s 20 Most Notable Collaborations

From ugly sandals to partnerships with Yoko Ono and Elvis Presley Enterprises.

Opening Ceremony to Close All Stores in 2020
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Opening Ceremony to Close All Stores in 2020

Focusing on its in-house line instead.

New Guards Group Officially Acquires Opening Ceremony
Fashion 

New Guards Group Officially Acquires Opening Ceremony

Founders Humberto Leon and Carol Lim will still be heavily involved as co-creative directors.

Opening Ceremony and HOKA ONE ONE Reunite For Limited Edition Drop
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Opening Ceremony and HOKA ONE ONE Reunite For Limited Edition Drop

The special Clifton model will arrive in three lifestyle-geared colorways.

HOKA ONE ONE Taps Opening Ceremony Once Again for Sleek TOR ULTRA HI Boot
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HOKA ONE ONE Taps Opening Ceremony Once Again for Sleek TOR ULTRA HI Boot

Releasing in a “Nimbus Cloud” colorway.

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