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Social Status

Sneaker and streetwear boutique chain run by James Whitner's The Whitaker Group, with community-focused stores from Pittsburgh to Detroit.

PittsburghOrigin
WomenswearFocus
StreetwearStyle
$$Price

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What to know about Social Status

Social Status is a sneaker and streetwear retail chain owned by James Whitner's The Whitaker Group, which also operates A Ma Maniére, APB, Prosper and womenswear concept JAIDE. Its stores sit in Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Houston, Atlanta and other Southern and Rust Belt cities, stocking Nike, adidas, Asics and contemporary labels plus in-house apparel. A $5.5 million Detroit location opened in 2025 as a multiuse community hub with retail, courtyard and food. Recent projects include an exclusive Asics GEL-1130 and a Whitaker Group x adidas capsule.

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Brand facts

Founded
2021
Origin
Pittsburgh, United States
Price
$$
Focus
Womenswear
Styles
Streetwear, Skatewear, Athleisure / Sportswear

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