When he’s on the court, winning for Oklahoma City Thunder, SHAI knows there’s a certain way to dress. When he’s off the court, Shai knows just as well and finds the perfect outfit here at METROPOLIS VINTAGE. SGA swung by our store with his pal  Jalen Williams, found the precise items he was looking for with the same keen senses he uses during the game! Come back anytime!

If you have been to our store you know one of our employees’ common interests is music. The owner himself is a huge fan of it too.(For instance, some of his favorite bands are The Clash, The Cramps, Ramones, Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Human Eye, Gories, Oblivians, Ike and Tina, Curtis Mayfield and the list goes on and on…)

Now you see why we have so many tasteful band tees/Rock tees at the store.

Those who do not have an easy access to our store, please check out our Etsy store. You will get some idea and might find your own treasure??

Owner Richard Colligan has taken his New York chic vintage store, Metropolis Vintage, into the online world to better connect with the people who relish in it’s vast and endless vintage collection. Nestled in the heart of East Village, Metropolis is known for their amazing vintage shoe and boot collection along with concert T’s that line the walls of the two-level vintage gem. The second level is part of a brand new expansion that coincides with the recent openings and current dorms in the area including NYU, Parsons, New School, Cooper Union, and the School of Visual Arts. New York City’s favorite stars Chloe Sevigny, Rachel Weisz, Zoe Kravitz, Parker Posey, Keanu Reeves and top models Gemma Ward, Agness Dynn, and Joy Bryant also turn to Metropolis for their fabulous vintage looks that can been seen in magazines and the tabloids.

Now vintage enthusiasts living or visiting the NYC area that have cherished the shop for the past 19 years, can be more involved with the store’s community. News, promotions, and store happenings can all be seen online and will be promoted throughout their website, Twitter and Facebook accounts. Richard Colligan is passionate about Metropolis. “My goal for Metropolis is to treat the store like a museum by picking items that are unique and special, but also being fun, affordable and wearable for any night on the town,” says Richard.

Metropolis’ future is bright. Metropolis and it’s newly opened second level can be seen in the upcoming film, “Happy, Thank You, More Please.” written by How I Met Your Mother’s Josh Radnor. Along with movie spotlights, the shop will also be opening an online store for clients not located in NYC. From Manhattan fashionistas to Brooklyn hipsters, Richard suggests people stay tuned because as the neighborhood continually evolves, as does Metropolis… and if a store knows how to bring the fun into fashion, it’s Metropolis.

About Metropolis
In 1995 after four years of being located in LES, Richard moved Metropolis to its currently location of 3rd Ave & 10th St., which is conveniently situated in the heart of East Village near St. Marks and many college dorms. New college students and seasoned college graduates have turned to Metropolis for their [vintage] fashion needs. Metropolis has become a staple to New York City’s vintage fashion community. Metropolis’ items have found their way into the hands of Iggy Pop, David LaChapelle, The Pixies and members of Sonic Youth throughout the years. Known for their endless shoe and boot collection, Metropolis, Richard Colligan and his staff are committed to carrying vintage pieces that will help them become a leader in the vintage shoe and boot market throughout New York City.

Metropolis Vintage Apparel :: 43 3rd Ave. New York, New York 10003
Twitter.com/MetropolisNYC :: MetropolisVintage.Wordpress.com
For all media inquiries please contact :: Media Director / Courtney Haefner :: MetropolisVintage@gmail.com

So we already have plenty of ladies shopping for shoes at our store, but we also have an amazing collection of Men’s shoes too.  We have a variety of looks from boots, lacers, Docs, but it’s all about the dress shoe today.  The following are some haute finds that won’t last long so stop in soon!

“The Don Draper” :: Madmen season is finished but keep it going w/ “The Draper” 100% original 1960 “Florshines” with just the right amount of pointy toe and wing tip to get all the girls loving you

“The Sweetness” ::  with a little bit of suger all is possible, put on this Italian style and you look like candy to all who are important

“Newwave Killers” :: Walk with style in these great kick ass mens shoes.

November 1st 2009

We’re Online!

So we’ve finally taken the plunge into the online world of all things 2.0.  From our new blog, to Facebook and Twitter we’re making it easier for our customers to stay up on Metropolis news and for us to get more connected to our friends and guests! Hang tight.. Pictures, insider tips, and store stories to follow.

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