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THRILLIST tells you “Where To Go Thrifting . . . ” is METROPOLIS VINTAGE!

Posted on July 27, 2022 by metropolisvintage | Comments Off

If you are looking for thrills and threads, city blog Thrillist has them both for you. METROPOLIS VINTAGE makes the list of the finest finds around. Scroll down, hit the link below, or find out for yourself by stopping in to Metropolis anytime!

https://www.thrillist.com/lifestyle/new-york/best-thrift-stores-in-nyc

Whether you’ve found yourself diving head first into Y2K-era trucker hats and low-rise pants or tend to keep it timeless with classic staple pieces, a bit of nostalgia is the coolest way to complete any stylish fit.

METROPOLIS VINTAGE CLOTHING

Known for its celebrity clientele – including power-couple Rhianna and A$AP Rocky – Metropolis Vintage is primarily known for their 90s nostalgia aesthetic and huge selection of vintage t-shirts. First operating out of flea markets across the city in the 80s, founder Richard Colligan’s concept came to fame when his first brick-and-mortar opened in 1990. Now, in addition to stellar band tees (which are sectioned off similar to a record store – by genres, artists, and era), shoppers can explore loads of leather and letterman jackets, sports jerseys, and accessories.

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CARHARTT DOUBLEKNEE PANTS

Posted on July 11, 2022 by metropolisvintage | Comments Off

One of our most popular racks at Metropolis Vintage has always been the vintage Carhartt section, however you may be surprised to learn that it is not just the classic jackets that are such popular sellers, but the lower half as well. The popular Carhartt pants have evolved over the years, just like their customers have. Their vintage, heavy double-knee pants, reinforced with extra fabric for durability in the workplace, have taken on a new life as their rugged-yet-eye-catching design results in a streetwise and fashionably unique look for the man and woman on the street!

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Drew Heifetz Podcast Interviews METROPOLIS Richard Colligan discussing all things vintage!

Posted on March 23, 2022 by metropolisvintage | Comments Off

THE GODFATHER OF NYC VINTAGE spills to DREW HEIFETZ of F As In Frank

Drew Heifetz of F As In Frank and Richard Colligan of Metropolis Vintage, came together to have an in-depth discussion covering all things vintage. Together the two have endless knowledge on vintage clothing and they love to pass it on to people who appreciate it. In this open discussion the two touch on topics concerning the changes of vintage clothing, how to survive in the vintage business, the trends that control the market of vintage clothing, and much more.

Heifetz is the owner of F AS IN FRANK Vintage and Frankie Collective, and the founder of Bidstich. F As In Frank is a vintage clothing store located in Toronto and has been the city’s best array of one-of-a-kind vintage clothing. Frankie Collective is an online retail store dedicated to innovating women’s streetwear taking inspiration from 90’s staples and reworking vintage garments. Drew has been involved in vintage clothing for over 15 years and says he’s loving every minute of it. Drew shares his knowledge through his podcast, Vintage n’ Stuff, and youtube channel F as in Frank.

Watch the full interview between Drew and Richard Colligan and get the full scoop on their conversation. Definitely a discussion you should check out if you’re involved in the vintage community or even if you just have an interest in vintage fashion.

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History of The Ramones T-Shirts interview

Posted on March 18, 2022 by metropolisvintage | Comments Off

History of Ramones T-Shirts with Monte A. Melnick (Ramones tour manager) & John Holstrom (PUNK Magazine)

The Ramones tour manager Monte A. Melnick and Founder of Punk Magazine John Holstrom sat down with ECC (East Coast Connection) to talk about the history of The Ramones T-Shirt. Tracing back to the beginnings in a loft on 4th street all the way through to the final tour 2,263 shows later. We spoke about how Arturo Vega (The Ramones Artistic Director) came up with the original concept of the eagle and how it changed into the well-known logo of The Ramones. Richard Colligan (Owner of Metropolis Vintage) is the host of the conversation. Richard brought along his extensive collection of Vintage Ramones T-Shirts displayed throughout the entire interview. If you want to see how Rock T-Shirts became a major source of income and developed into a major collectible, watch the video as we revisit the history of The Ramones logo from simple typeface lettering to the Presidential seal logo that is known worldwide.

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Metropolis Vintage capsule collaboration with J. Crew

Posted on March 3, 2022 by metropolisvintage | Comments Off

J. Crew’s capsule collaboration with Metropolis Vintage

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Vintage t-shirts have become more than just collectibles but are now a big staple in fashion and pop culture today. With the ever-growing demand for vintage clothing the vintage market has expanded along with this increase for vintage fashion. Retailers such as Urban Outfitters, and Nordstrom have dipped their toes into vintage but not quite like the recent J. Crew capsule collaboration with Metropolis Vintage. The capsule features a full collection of original curated vintage music tees ranging from as early as the 1970’s. Each piece was specifically chosen to go with their new concepts and bring new life to the brand as they target a younger audience. It is great to see the impact vintage clothing can have on big retailers and its influence on fashion as a whole.

The full collection is currently available at J. Crew’s Brooklyn location on Wythe Avenue.

Recently owner of Metropolis Richard Colligan hopped on a call with Bidstitch to discuss his thoughts on this most recent dive into this huge retail market space. Clink the link below to read the full article covering the collaboration with J. Crew. Special thank you to Bidstich for the featured article!