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New York City’s Largest Selection of Vintage U.S. NAVY PEA COATS!

PEA COAT

Here at Metropolis Vintage, the winter’s coming into full swing and sailors know there’s no better way to keep warm than buttoned up in a fine vintage U.S. Navy Pea Coat.  Naval rumor has it that the heavy blue twill fabric known as “pilot cloth” gave them the name “Pilot Jackets”, which was eventually shortened to just the letter “P” and “Pea Coat” along the way.  With the trademark oversized buttons, and slash or vertical pockets, their style has hardly changed in the years since their inception.  Designed for maximum protection  and maximum durability, Pea Coats have been a longtime favorite for seafaring men and landlubbers alike, since they’re not only warm but stylish.  Metropolis Vintage has a variety of Pea Coats, from the classic 1950’s Navy-issue blue jacket to more modern versions in white or black.  You’ll cut a dashing figure while trudging through the rain and snow this winter!

 

JORDANS : Rebellious Vintage Sneakers? We’ve got them!

AIR JORDANS

The original AIR JORDANS from 1985 were initially designed in red and black to match the team colors of the CHICAGO BULLS.  Soon afterward, the NBA Commissioner banned them from the court, stating that they violated the dress code.  Did this deter Michael Jordan? Hell no.  He was fined $5000 every time he stepped into play wearing those sneakers, yet he never stopped wearing them.  Nike foot the bill but it was a small price to pay because soon they had a sensation on their hands.  “On October 18th, the NBA threw them out of the game. Fortunately, the NBA can’t stop you from wearing them.” went the famous ad.  Rumor had it that there was something special about that sneaker, something that would give you the edge over your competitors.  Soon, they added white to the red and black color scheme, which the NBA deemed appropriate, but the legend of the AIR JORDAN was already set.  Jordans went through many more versions over the years and, like many relics from the ’80s are hard to come by nowadays.  Luckily, we have some in stock here at METROPOLIS VINTAGE, obtained from our secret cache of ’80s gear.  Stop in and have a look, and a flashback to the days of Michael Jordan and Mars Blackmon a.k.a. Spike Lee!

 

ACID WASH COATS are IN!

 

ACID WASH COATS were a staple of the late ’80s – early ’90s mall scene.  You’ve probably seen them in scores of teen movies from back in the day, and with their trademark washed-out denim and creative flaps and pockets, they make for the ultimate retro look.  We’ve got all different kinds in stock here at METROPOLIS VINTAGE so come by and check them out before they fade away!

acid wash coats

Don’t forget to stop by our ETSY store for many other cool items!

 

METROPOLIS VINTAGE in ROLLING STONE

METROPOLIS VINTAGE in ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE

Check it out:  The latest issue of ROLLING STONE MAGAZINE features METROPOLIS VINTAGE T-Shirts in its 2013 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE.  ROCK THE BELLS: 33 Genius Stocking Stuffers For All The Music Lovers In Your Life.  “The shop’s vintage tees include superfans-only items like a 1990 Kiss ‘Hot In The Shade’ shirt.”  We’re in print alongside Eminem, Lady Gaga and Charles Manson.  Pick one up at your local newsstand or view online HERE

 

 

 

 

Goldmine of rare rock, punk, metal & goth T-Shirts at METROPOLIS VINTAGE

Ever seen a ’70s t-shirt with a drawing of a “New Wave” Bugs Bunny dressed up in a leather jacket, surrounded by logos of bands like RICHARD HELL, THE SAINTS, THE DEAD BOYS, THE RAMONES and TALKING HEADS?  Well no, we didn’t either until we came across one while searching for more of the vintage rock, punk, metal and goth shirts for you to check out.   METROPOLIS VINTAGE is fully stocked with a wide array of vintage rock t-shirts, whatever your taste.  We’ve got classic rock like the ROLLING STONES, GRATEFUL DEAD or BOB DYLAN and old ’70s ALICE COOPER shirts.  We’ve got thrashed metal shirts from ANTHRAX and SLAYER to more obscure rare punk & new wave fare like BUSH TETRAS and THE GUN CLUB.  Looking for a SMITHS or MORRISSEY T-shirt?  A DEVO shirt that comes with an original concert stub from a show back in 1982?  Vintage CRAMPS or DEAD BOYS shirt? We’ve got “All This And More” down at METROPOLIS VINTAGE store or on our ETSY site on the web!