A Call for Rare NYC-Centric Merch

Inspired by Jon Caramanica’s piece on Williamsburg’s Fantasy Explosion, Shirts for Lifelong New Yorkers and Those Who Would Like to Pass for One, The New York Times is calling for photos of your best NYC-centric merchandise. From sweatsuits adorned with New York Department of Sanitation branding to T-shirts from bygone diners and pizzerias, the Style desk seeks photos and stories about a variety of NYC …

XL Recordings Flight Jacket

Founded back in 1989, XL Recordings originally planned to release dance music, but has since expanded significantly—with the likes of Låpsley, KAYTRANADA, Frank Ocean, Ratatat and Radiohead among their ranks. You can rep the label, and collaborator Maharishi, with this Italian crushed nylon flight jacket in bright sunset yellow. The fabric features metallic-finished fibers, giving it an iridescent quality, and the jacket fastens with a …

3/4 Compression Tights

Intended to increase circulation and prevent muscle fatigue and soreness, Ten Thousand’s 3/4 compression tights are made from quick-drying Italian fabric (78% nylon and 22% spandex). They’re flexible, breathable and boast abrasion protection, anti-odor qualities and a pocket big enough for a phone or a few cards.