Sorry, but we can’t let you past here without either a backstage pass or a Strat.

We don’t make the rules...

Those are made by The Kooples, a glossy new Meatpacking den of rocker style by way of Paris, now open.

Think Pete Doherty on a good day. Stuff that skews slim, dark and rakish. See the slideshow here, or just look below...



The velvet sport coat. And the Grammy goes to...



Those are waxed jeans. You’re catching the vibe here.



Their parka can outdrink your parka.



The double-breasted tan suede jacket. For solo projects.



The polo. Impeccable stand-collar game right there.



A fine example of the Western shirt here. Aged with the wisdom of a thousand alt-country gigs.



One of many leather jackets.

“Many” being the preferred amount of leather jackets.