Metropolis

Great vintage t-​shirts. The prices were VERY reasonable, well, they seem to reasonable to this hardcore NYer. The two dudes that were in the shop were chill and unobtrusively helpful. You need vintage rock shirts, holiday sweaters, vintage sport jerseys, this is the place to go.

They sell FAKE Barbour jackets for real Barbour prices! I was looking to buy a jacket for the winter season. Found one here and was just curious how to tell if the jacket was real or fake and how much they cost new. When I took out my phone and began to google, the owner quickly came over and told me that I was not allowed to look up the jacket and it was real so not to worry. Additionally, he said it was rude to look at the price while in his store. I got the feeling something was sketchy. Why would a used clothing store care about me looking up the cost of the jacket new? People compare prices for everything they buy, it is called shopping. Soon I realized it had more to do with the jacket being a fake. Glad I didn’t just spend $ 200 on a fake jacket and even more happy I didn’t put $ 200 in the pockets of scammers.

Such a cool store, so glad I found it. Such unique pieces. Some of the prices on some things are high, like t shirts, some jackets but very cool, unique stuff. Love it

If youre looking for a bargain on a cool vintage shirt, go somewhere else. The prices are insane and they dont have much in a size small. The selection is interesting, but ill probably not return here…

Would only recommend this place to a very specific shopper with a very specific mission and budget.
That shopper would be someone who is looking for a store with a very solid and consistent collection of eclectic vintage tees, sweaters, jackets and boots, and is willing to shell out plenty of $$$ to get them.
You’ll find a lot of 90’s neon cotton sweaters here, for instance (all in fairly good condition and well organized), priced at $ 65 each.

Such amazing finds. Kind of expensive but mostly worth it considering how well curated the place is. Great for rare vintage t shirts!

I can’t believe I’ve never been here. It’s literally the thrift mecca of NYC. The selection is perfectly curated and I literally wanted everything. I came with a friend and we both silently lost it, skimming through racks, knowing damn well we weren’t going to drop $ 35 – 40 on a thrift sweater. But we wanted to. Lord knows we wanted to.
We didn’t bother to go downstairs because we had bags and the service seemed a bit cold. I’ll definitely come back when I’m looking for specific pieces.

Good options. Super high price. Really rude staff. No hello or customer service. Sarcastic and stuck up.

Went there not to long ago… Why are old eased out band tee’s $ 45? Why are old used women’s boots $ 95? These prices are to outrageous. Yes there selection of clothing and footwear is nice but honestly. I can get a band tee for $ 5

Awesome well curated over priced vintage. And I mean very over priced. Tends to speak to current trends and Japanese tourist. Great finds if you are ok spending top dollar.

I work in two vintage stores in Brooklyn, Olaf’s (men’s) and Olive’s (women’s) on Court Street. I also shop and browse at Metropolis a few times a year. When a client came into Olaf’s today looking for size 13 vintage shoes, our selection was limited with regard to what he was hoping to find. I asked if he was Internet savvy, sat him down with my iPad and set him up on Etsy. We immediately found a pair he wanted to order right away! I noticed the shop name was Metropolis with NYC in it, so I did a quick Unilocal search and it turned out the Etsy shop is part of Metropolis on 3^rd Ave! I called there and spoke with a friendly and helpful clerk who then promptly connected me with Richard who set the shoes aside and, I believe, pulled some others in the size we needed while the client headed to pick them up right away (as opposed to shipping them within NYC). I was happy, Richard was very nice, and our (now shared) client was extremely grateful.
I am a firm believer in going the extra mile for customers and clients, and that, especially as a consumer myself, this enriches the experience of shopping for the material things that make us happy. Sure, you can order online. But there’s something amazing about having wonderful, real-​life human experiences when electing to visit a retailer. Too many times we are faced with snooty, rude, preoccupied, or snarky shop folk. I also believe that there is «enough to go around» and that sending our client to another shop who had exactly what he wanted — while being treated well by their staff — may not seem like a conventional way of doing business but it’s exactly the type of mentality we all need to adopt to help all our fellow small businesses — and our city — thrive.

This store may have a following but it is not for everyone. I loved their boots selection but women clothing section is lacking. If you’re looking for any vintage boots though, try here. They have pretty much all kinds of vintage 70’s, 80’s boots.

I came into the store while on my way to the adjacent Saint’s Alp with a friend. Seeing their awesome window display I was hyped, but was really disappointed at the $ 40(!) selection of high-​waisted denim cutoff shorts. What’s the point of thrifting if you can get a very, very similar product at a chain store like Urban Outfitters for the exact same price?
Bottom line: the selection looked good, but the prices? Outrageous. Save yourself some money and go to Housing Works.

I went to Metropolis in search if a vintage men’s motorcycle jacket. Knowing this store extremely well I headed downstairs to the leather section. As I descended to the lower level, I was accosted by a Metropolis employee and told that no large bags were allowed downstairs. I had only my handbag, so I said, «I don’t have any large bags, are you talking about my purse?» he said, «No, your bag. You could totally fit a pair of shoes in there. Anyway– there is only mens stuff downstairs».
As someone who has spend thousands of dollars on over priced «vintage» at Metropolis I am first and foremost flabbergasted that I was treated like a shoplifter. But more than that, I am offended that I look like someone who is going to steal a pair of $ 49 used, old, dirty, mens loafers by shoving them in to my Miu Miu pocketbook.
Nevermind that I am expected to trust my life’s possessions at the upstairs counter of a dingy thrift shop when downstairs there are 3 employees, who if they were doing their job, could keep an eye out for used shoe thieves on the prowl.
Metropolis– your early 2000’s «vintage» is overpriced and in crap condition, and your customer service is offensive to probably the only people who actually buy stuff there; costume designers shopping on the networks dime. I’ll go out of my way to find what I need elsewhere in the future.

You a hipster? Well. you don’t have to be — but this place offers everything vintage. From 80’s boots and KISS t-​shirts to ugly christmas sweaters and authentic military clothing. I didn’t buy anything because the prices were a little bit on the more expensive side. I think an ugly sweater was $ 35 and the military clothing jackets were over $ 100 a piece but were still a great site to see. It’s hard to find vintage «throwback» clothing anywhere anymore and this place topped the cake with its awesome originality, flair and friendly staff!
If I do go back again, I will definitely be purchasing the old KIX t-​shirt that’s hanging above the size 7 – 8 shoes, on the back wall. Better watch out people, I already called dibs on it. so don’t go purchasing my 80’s duds!
Thought its super pertinent to point out that they are supporters of Unilocal, considering they had their «We’re on Unilocal» sticker on the door! :) Always happy to see that they care about their customers opinions and feedback.

Treasure chest for denim cutoffs and 90s grunge dresses. But the high thrift store prices detract from the allure. The place would also benefit from hiring genuine and friendly personalities.

As soon as I came into this thrift store, I liked almost everything I saw. But as soon as I looked at the price tags, I suddenly liked everything A LOT less. My boyfriend found a messenger bag for $ 45 he liked a lot, until he looked inside of it and saw a Goodwill price tag for $ 8.99.
They have nice stuff, but WAY WAY WAY overpriced for a «thrift store». Even for Manhattan. It’s a nice place if you have $ 35 to spend on a raggedy «vintage» t shirt, but I don’t, so that will be my last stop at Metropolis. They do have neat stuff, I will admit, but not for the price.

Wow! Whenever I walk into a vintage or thrift store I look for one of two things.
1. the price
2. the quality of the selection and fabric.
First, the price is on the upper end. But the selection is FANTASTIC. This place is definitely my go to place for new wardrobe ideas and inspiration. The clothing is very well organized, the staff is friendly and will share their opinion if asked for. Regardless whether you are looking to buy or just looking for inspiration and new ideas, you have to visit this one of a kind Vintage store! very pleased.

COME HERE FOR THE SHOES.
Metropolis has an incredibly cute selection for vintage pumps. They take you back and are super flattering. Metropolis also has a wide selection of boots, so I might come back here during the fall/​winter when boots are more appropriate. Wish I could have bought some heels here but alas, they didn’t fit right.

In theory, I love vintage shopping. The idea of scrounging around and finding a one-​of-​a-​kind piece for a good price is, in theory, appealing. In reality, I’m too lazy for that shit.
Metropolis makes vintage shopping a bit easier. Everything is well organized and there are hints of items everywhere that seem to catch the eye. I do think the clothes are overpriced, with yellowed house dresses going for no less than $ 35 apiece, but the shoe selection is on point and really rather stellar. The shoes are stupidly easy to browse, divided by both style and size, and they’re mostly in the middle double-​digit range. The styles are in tune with current trends that favor masculine brogues and the like, and I picked up an awesome pair of black leather ankle boots for $ 45 that I would’ve noticed and loved in a department store. They wear like new, but they allow me that special smugness unique to vintage shoppers. Thanks to Metropolis for doing all the work.