Category: Jackets

Hangin’ Tough

From time to time I track down some of the world’s most notable vintage t-shirt collectors for an interview. I’ve always wanted to go local and feature Toronto’s vintage tee ambassador; it was just a matter of figuring out who that was. Since the early ’00s, I’d heard whispers about this guy people referred to as, “rocker Dave,” who is a bit of a local celebrity. I’d seen pictures of him floating around online (like the one above) and spotted him chatting up ladies and gents on Queen Street West a few times. A couple of years ago he was ... Read more

Player

A special division of Defunkd devoted to showcasing vintage Ralph Lauren gear. Item #6: Vintage Polo Sport Baseball Jacket Availability: Explore Polo on Defunkd Value: $300 Random RL Fact: The name Lo-Life came about after Big Vic Lo (Thirstin Howl III) got called one while trying to pick-up multiple women. Image Courtesy of: curation_of_cool_vintage View the previous Polo Crest Sweater.

Walk Like a Champion

Every so often we feature an interesting vintage clothing piece that’s currently up for grabs on eBay. Please inform us if you create or discover an auction we might like by posting a link to the listing on our forum. Item: vintage 1940s pre-runner Champion Jacket Brand: Champion Sold By: brokenheartvintage What the Seller Says: You’re looking at: An EXTREMELY RARE AUTHENTIC 30s/40s Champion PRE-goal runner tag printed high school jacket from the St. Francis De Sales High School Friars in Utica, New York. What we Say: We’re not sure if there is such a thing as a pre-runner tag ... Read more

Victory Could Be Yours

Every so often we feature an interesting vintage clothing piece that’s currently up for grabs on eBay. Please inform us if you create or discover an auction we might like by posting a link to the listing on our forum. Item: vintage 1984 Michael Jackson Victory tour jacket Brand: Creative Embroidery Sold By: defunkd_vintage What we Say: This rare jacket was there. Worn by a member of the crew throughout the tour (made evident by cigarette marks on the front and back.) “Mark” appears embroidered over left breast. Bomber style, two front pockets. These jackets were limited in production, usually ... Read more

Insane Gold Chains

Every so often we feature an interesting vintage clothing piece that’s currently up for grabs on eBay. Please inform us if you create or discover an auction we might like by posting a link to the listing on our forum. Item: vintage 1980s Chanel gold chains bomber jacket Brand: Chanel Availability: Scarce Sold By: hermosa_vintage What the Seller Says: Up for bid is this INSANE vintage CHANEL gold chains print satin jacket. Background is a dark forest green. Features quilted lining, and interior sewn in shoulder pads. What we Say: You had us at INSANE. This jacket is stunning, but ... Read more