{"product_id":"vintage-1978-1979-the-edge-geometric-arrow-graphic-t-shirt","title":"Vintage 1978\/1979 “The Edge” Geometric Arrow-Graphic T-Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Edge \/ Saint Michael\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Late 1970s — Circa 1978–1979\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cotton Jersey with an Ultra-Thin, Soft Vintage Handle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavily patinated vintage condition, carrying the authentic character of a garment approaching five decades in age. Visible storage spotting, natural fabric yellowing and faint marks appear across the mid-torso, while the bold diagonal arrow graphic remains strong and visually striking. The shirt is currently unwashed, preserving it as an organic period time capsule. Please refer closely to the photographs for a complete assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium, with a fitted and slightly cropped 1970s rock silhouette. \u003cbr\u003ePlease consult the exact measurements below to ensure a precise fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulder to Shoulder: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e40cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArmpit to Armpit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 44cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal Length:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 60cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in the UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating from approximately 1978–1979, this original “The Edge” merchandise T-shirt is an extraordinarily obscure artefact from the moment London punk began splintering into New Wave and post-punk. The group emerged following The Damned’s initial 1978 breakup and included guitarist Lu Edmonds - later of Public Image Ltd - and drummer Jon Moss, who would go on to join Culture Club.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particularly striking variant presents the band’s alternative geometric identity through a cascading diagonal composition of outlined fragments and solid ascending arrows. Sweeping dramatically from the torso towards the shoulder, the graphic disrupts the conventional centred band-shirt layout and captures the stark, experimental visual language that typified the aesthetic of the scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod-style single-stitch construction appears along the sleeves and lower hem, while the exceptionally thin, soft weave is characteristic of British rock apparel from the era. A gently scooped neckline, narrow body and slightly cropped proportions create the lean, body-conscious silhouette associated with the original London punk look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts ageing is central to its character. Storage marks, tonal variation and natural yellowing transform the fabric into a beautifully distressed canvas that no modern reproduction could convincingly recreate. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFar beyond a conventional band T-shirt, this is a museum-worthy intersection of underground music memorabilia, radical graphic design and wearable punk history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SECOND PHASE ARCHIVE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58267795128652,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1051\/2082\/5676\/files\/Theedgetshirt2front.png?v=1785538108","url":"https:\/\/secondphase-archive.com\/products\/vintage-1978-1979-the-edge-geometric-arrow-graphic-t-shirt","provider":"SECOND PHASE ARCHIVE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}