Gigi Hadid Opens New Guest in Residence Store
The luxury knitwear brand brings its fourth retail location to Manhattan with a new storefront on Madison Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 31, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Guest in Residence has officially opened its fourth retail location on Madison Avenue in New York City. This marks the brand's first uptown storefront.
Why it matters
The company expanded into the uptown neighborhood to broaden its reach beyond its existing downtown presence. The new space serves as a destination for both retail and exclusive customer experiences.
The new Madison Avenue location is the fourth retail store for the Guest in Residence brand. The space spans two stories, featuring dedicated areas for private appointments and community workshops.
The players
Gigi Hadid
Gigi Hadid is a prominent American model and the founder of the knitwear label Guest in Residence.
Guest in Residence
Guest in Residence is a luxury knitwear brand that focuses on high-quality cashmere staples and timeless wardrobe essentials.
The details
The interior design mirrors a chic chalet, featuring wood paneling throughout the premises. The second floor offers a living room, bedroom, and dining area to facilitate private styling appointments and brand workshops.
Timeline
October 29, 2026: Gigi Hadid hosted the store opening launch party.
Market Landscape
The store opening follows the retail shift toward experiential luxury commerce, which prioritizes private client services over simple transactional sales. By establishing a presence on Madison Avenue, the brand competes more directly for the attention of luxury consumers in Manhattan.
Customers can now access private styling appointments and attend workshops in an uptown setting. The store provides a new venue for shoppers to browse the collection in a residential-style retail environment.
The takeaway
Retailers continue to invest in physical spaces that mimic home environments to deepen brand loyalty. Shoppers looking for personalized service can book private styling appointments to better understand how to integrate knitwear into their personal wardrobes.
Further reading
For more information on retail activity in the area, visit the New York City Openings & Closings section.
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