Internationally reknowned Italian fashion designer, Gianni Versace’s mark is still felt 14 years after his untimely death in 1997. His empire lives on spanning apparel, accessories, home furnishings and fragrences. Versace’s star studded list of clientele includes Sting, Sir Elton John and Princess Diana. You would not automatically think of fitted caps when you mention the brand but, here is a rare find from his Art Deco inspired Miami series. This leather studded long bill cap was made in Italy, and features multiple embroidery hit around the crown. This is a prime example of Versace’s extravagant style. This piece is a part of vintage archivist, BRIAN PROCELL‘s collection. For more details contact him directly at brianprocell@gmail.com.

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Paul Carr has a taste for vintage baseball caps. Fortunately for us he’s also a fan of Strictly Fitteds. Here’s a rare piece of history that bridges the decades with a surprise twist. More words and images from the man himself.

“I thought you would be interested in seeing this New Era fitted cap from the early 1950s. Notice it has a much lower profile than today’s 5950s. As for what team it is, I have no clue. I have been told it was either a minor league team or a Cuban team. The A’s had a similar cap back then but the logo had a white outline, so that can be ruled out.”

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Another vintage piece surfaces, this time from the archives of NEW ERA. The branding of the 59Fifty style, their flagship model has changed over the decades. This piece we estimate is from the early ’90′s. The 2 fold hang tag is a particular piece of interest. Labeled a “Pro Model” this cap is 100% wool and features “5950″ in flat embroidery on front. As found by Brian Procell. Interested parties should contact him at brianprocell [at] gmail.com

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The Homestead Grays are widely regarded by baseball historians as one of the greatest Black franchises of all time. Based out of Homestead, Pennsylvania, near Pittsburgh, the Grays racked up three Negro League World Series titles and 10 Negro National League Championships. (Nine being consecutive). The 1931 season represented their finest hour, with a mega roster that included future Hall of Famers Oscar Charleston, Jud “Boojum” Wilson, Smokey Joe Williams, Willie Foster and Josh Gibson.

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Here’s another gem we stumbled upon when visiting purveyors, CONSORTIUMS NYC. Sometimes those obscure off brands present the straight forward no-nonsense style that is necessary for your wardrobe. The Winter months call for something warmer. This vintage STERLING EDITIONS cap is the perfect blend of functionality and taste, combining a Green low profile wool crown, with a plaid brim. Granted if this was a medium, it would have quickly been folded into our collection. This size large is roughly between a 7-3/8 to 7-1/2. Available now online at www.consortiumsnewyork.com

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Sneaker and Vintage consignment Mecca FLIGHT CLUB’s Green Street location has re-opened. Their Lafayette branch has relocated to their original store’s locale, with a refreshed look and plenty of new merch. The 70/30 consignment on kicks and vintage apparel is still in effect. The selection has a much tailored look to it, with no filler included. They have an impressive display of caps that cover the ceiling. After spending a few hours in the store during the soft launch today we are convinced this move is a serious step forward. Run, don’t walk or else you might miss out on some gems.

FLIGHT CLUB
254 Greene St (between 8th & Waverly)
New York, NY 10003
12-7pm

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UNI WATCH has uncovered a Major League Baseball piece of trivia. Among baseball history buffs it is commonly known that the A’s coaches and managers wore White caps during the Charlie Finley era. It comes up all the time, and it even figured prominently in a piece that appeared on Uni Watch six weeks ago. But the A’s players never wore White caps during Finley’s Green and Gold reign. Whether in Kansas City or in Oakland, players during the Finley era always wore Green caps – or did they? The shot above is from a 1967 A’s/Tigers game in Kansas City. The two A’s in the photo are pitcher Blue Moon Odom and first baseman Ray Webster. As you can see, they’re both White-hatted.

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FULLY LACED, and partner company VINTAGE DEADSTOCK, just had a grand opening of their new store at Stownstown Galleria in San Francisco and I was able to drop by and check it out. Now for those of you familiar with Vintage Deadstock and are saying “don’t they only do snapbacks?” I would say nay, you’re wrong, they’ve just been holding back. And for those of you NOT familiar with either brand…get learnt.

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