Punk style guide to NYC: Where to find punk shops and salons in New York City

Owned by punk-chic married couple Chuck Guarino and Elisa Maldonado, this neogothic shop specializes in a trifecta of locally made house-label duds for men and women: slim-fit denim ($60–$125), classic leather motorcycle jackets ($400–$750) and hand-screened graphic tees ($22–$30) made in their studio down the block. If you’ve got the patience, you can also create made-to-measure jackets ($1,300–$1,500), vests ($500–$1,100) and pants ($400–$850) customized with your choice of leather, lining, hardware and embellishments (ready to wear in three to four weeks). For instant gratification, check out spotted-leather cowboy bootstraps ($20), record players ($135) and a well-curated selection of old-school punk vinyl ($15–$30) from bands such as the Clash and the Sex Pistols. (212-228-2020, thecast.com)

Known for creating the original skull ring, husband and wife Paterson Riley and Carol Lehtonen-Riley started their jewelry business out of a basement in London’s Carnaby neighborhood, where they eventually opened their first store in 1972. The couple’s son, Reino, now oversees the line, ensuring the hand-carved silver baubles ($35–$1,100) maintain an authentic edge. At the Great Frog’s sole NYC location, you’ll find the full collection, including the signature skull rings ($135–$360), silver eye styles ($305) topped with medical-grade hand-painted prosthetic resin peepers, kudu antelope rings ($220–$630) and wolf-shaped pendants ($200). As an ode to the company’s rock heritage—the gritty adornments have been spotted on music legends such as Iggy Pop, Metallica and the Rolling Stones—the shop features a rotating punk-culture photo exhibit. Currently on view: Brooklyn shutterbug Bryan Helm’s (bryanhelm.com) biker photos ($150–$1,500), which are being showcased through June 1. (646-370-5727, thegreatfrog.com)

One of the few authentically punk establishments remaining on St. Marks Place, this 20-year-old grunge shop boasts decor that wouldn’t be out of place in a Chucky horror film: Dozens of macabre dolls sit in the window, while Ronald McDonald figures and dismembered mannequins model vintage apparel ($5–$380) and accessories ($8–$45) from the 1950s through ’90s. Get a head-to-toe hardcore look with Manic Panic hair products ($10–$18), vintage concert tees ($5), ’50s-era Japanese silk bomber jackets ($85–$1,200) and colorful plaid kilts ($20–$100). (212-358-1120)

Since 1984, this rock & roll mainstay has carried the latest punk-inspired apparel ($100–$5,000) and avant-garde accessories ($100–$700) for men and women. Although the shop was once known for stocking nearly the entire Vivienne Westwood collection each season, nowadays the boutique carries both established brands (Isabel Benanato) and lesser-known labels (Demobaza) with a similar gritty edge. Owner Kevin Kelly has dressed several performers en route to CBGB, including Debbie Harry and Lou Reed, in duds handpicked from his boutique. You’ll be stage-ready in Chromat boned corset tops ($188), Skin-graft leather bondage-strap tanks ($144) and men’s Mackage leather shorts ($355). (212-228-5166, facebook.com/shopuntitlednyc)

Nothing much has changed at this punk fashion mecca—the first store in the country to sell bondage pants ($74–$85), mohair sweaters ($50–$75) and Dr. Martens boots ($70–$380)—since it opened in 1975. The bi-level store continues to hawk the same authentic rock clothing ($20–$350) and accessories ($10–$110) for both sexes that drew in musicians such as Blondie and the Ramones years ago. You’ll find most of the plaid, leather and cut-up apparel upstairs, including a rainbow selection of Daang Goodman for Tripp NYC zipper-adorned pants ($66–$82), Straight to Hell leather motorcycle jackets ($304) and an entire wall of rock-band tees ($20–$24). Head downstairs for spiked cuffs ($12–$24), studded belts ($22–$48) and the floor-to-ceiling hot-pink “shoe cave,” stocked with Underground leopard-print and neon platform Creepers ($209), TUK checkered sneakers ($68) and a range of Dr. Martens boots ($70–$380). (212-982-3590, trashandvaudeville.com)

Music fans and friends Emily Conley and Veronica Cano opened this clothing store for both sexes in November 2011 to combine the two things they love most: punk and metal. Grab a cup of Stumptown coffee ($3–$5) from the in-store café and take a seat in the front lounge, where you’ll find Wi-Fi, board games and a constant stream of cult alternative movies, including The Craft and Almost Famous. The shop showcases current rock-inspired designers, including Lip Service and Kill Star, with enough skull-emblazoned duds to dress a bus full of Metallica groupies. Nab Ssik molded-plastic stud bracelets ($20), T-Squad men’s graphic tees ($42) and Little Dead Things skull candles ($18). (212-253-2775, gritnglory.com)