About Us
About us
"We don't just dress the individual; we frame them. Every seam is an architectural decision, and every fabric is a sensory promise."
— Claire Hayes
Our Story
Gable & Hayes was founded on a singular, uncompromising belief: true luxury is felt, not yelled.
Born from a mutual obsession with architectural tailoring and the tactile beauty of raw, natural fibers, our house was built to serve those who view their wardrobe as a lifelong collection.
The name itself reflects our foundational philosophy—the intentional tension between structural strength (Gable) and soft, organic movement (Hayes). We do not design for the fleeting runway or the temporary trend. Instead, we design for the quiet moments in between: the heavy drape of a perfectly weighted overcoat, the cool touch of unbleached silk, and the comforting warmth of double-faced cashmere on a crisp autumn morning.
The Chicago Chapter
There is no city on earth quite like Chicago. It is a metropolis defined by grand, soaring architecture, an uncompromising literary grit, and seasons that demand both elegance and resilience. It is the perfect home for Gable & Hayes.
Located in the heart of the historic Gold Coast, our Chicago atelier is designed as a sanctuary from the bustling city streets. Here, the wind off the lake isn’t something to shield yourself from—it is an invitation to layer.
Our Chicago collections are curated specifically for the local climate and lifestyle. We emphasize exquisite outerwear, structured knitwear, and transitional pieces that move seamlessly from a lakefront morning to an evening gallery opening.
Our Commitments
To ensure our garments age as beautifully as the memories you make in them, we anchor everything we do to three core pillars:
- The Architecture of Fit: Every garment in our boutique is meticulously patterned to honor the natural drape, posture, and movement of the human form.
- Tactile Integrity: We reject synthetic shortcuts. We source our materials exclusively from historic, family-owned mills in Italy, Scotland, and Japan, prioritizing raw, sustainable fibers like organic cotton, virgin wool, and Grade-A cashmere.
- The Lifetime Guarantee: A piece from Gable & Hayes is meant to be passed down. We offer complimentary in-house tailoring and lifetime care consultation for all of our garments to ensure their enduring quality.
Step Into the Sanctuary
We believe high-end retail should be a complete sensory experience. When you visit our Gold Coast atelier, we invite you to slow down.
Enveloped by textured plaster walls in Warm Alabaster, rich Espresso Walnut shelving, and the soft, ambient scent of cedar, amber, and sandalwood, our space is designed to lower your heart rate. From our brushed bronze fixtures to our private, sound-dampening ivory bouclé dressing rooms, every detail is engineered to make you feel entirely at home.
Come experience the collection for yourself.
Gable & Hayes Chicago