Tees for touchdowns: 21+ ways to wear your Kansas City Chiefs pride while shopping local
January 25, 2021 | Startland News Staff
The Kansas City Chiefs are headed back to the Super Bowl — seeking to replicate last year’s post-season success at the Feb. 7 big game in Tampa, Florida.
Chiefs tees on display at Bunker in Westport
And while an ongoing pandemic will limit the number of fans who can travel to the championship matchup, hometown brands and retailers are working to make sure the Chiefs Kingdom can show its support for a team that’s given them something to root for amid challenging times.
Startland News scoured the racks of local makers, brands and stores in search of ways fans can wear their team pride as Kansas City attempts back-to-back Super Bowl wins. This story is part of a limited-run Startland News series examining the ripple effect of the Chiefs’ success on small businesses.
Click here to read more about the Chiefs’ Super Bowl impact on hometown apparel makers.
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Chiefs-inspired apparel from KC brands and shops
MADE MOBB’s ‘LV BOUND’ Hoodie and Tee — $65 and $32 (Pre-Order)
The Chiefs are going to Tampa! Celebrate with MADE MOBB’s just-released LV Bound collection in red and black!
Click here to learn more about MADE MOBB or here to shop online.
Charlie Hustle ‘Showtime in Tampa’ Tee — $32
Just-released: Kansas City is on a quest for championship treasure! Join in the post-season adventure with this classic Charlie Hustle tee. More newly released “Arrowhead Collection” styles are available.
Click here to learn more about Charlie Hustle or to shop online.
Sandlot Goods’ ‘Kingdom’ Red/Gold Vintage Flat-billed Hat — $49
Cut in the style of a classic 1950’s baseball cap, this cap is perfect for adding a touch of old school charm to the modern wardrobe.
Click here to learn more about Sandlot or here to shop online.
Made in KC’s ‘Back to Back Conference Champs’ Tee — $32 (Limited Pre-Order)
Just-released: Parade your Chiefs pride with this limited edition back to back conference champs tee! Preorder window closes Tuesday, Jan. 26.
Click here to learn more about Made in KC or to shop online.
1853 ‘Back to the Super’ Tee — $32
Hot off the presses and a plutonium-powered nuclear fission reactor, this tee from 1853 is sending fans back to the Super Bowl in style.
Click here to shop online at Bunker.
Bozz Prints ‘Come at the Kingdom’ Tee — $32
Even Des Moines, Iowa-based Bozz Prints can hear the noise from Chiefs Kingdom — and they’re ready to help defend it.
The “Come at the Kingdom” tee is available locally at Made in KC or online through the Bozz Prints marketplace.
Click here to learn more about Bozz Prints or here to shop online through Made in KC.
Normal Human ‘Living the Kansas City Dream’ Sweatshirt — $50
“Celebrate KC’s biggest win in 50 years,” Normal Human designers said in description of the simple, red sweatshirt that reminds Chiefs fans of their reality.
Click here to learn more about Normal Human or here to shop online.
Bellboy ‘Run it Back’ Tee — $32
The Chiefs are going all the way, Kansas Citians and the team at Bellboy believe. Wear the team’s season-long mantra as they work to secure a back-to-back victory.
Click here to learn more about Bellboy or here to shop online.
This super soft tri-blend tee features the iconic Kansas City skyline carved onto an arrowhead in vivid team colors.
Click here to learn more about HyperKC or here to shop online.
MADE MOBB’s ‘Franchise’ Tee — $28 (Pre-Order)
The Kansas City Chiefs are more than a team — and quarterback Patrick Mahomes is more than just a player, MADE MOBB cheers. This celebratory tee comes in three colors during its online pre-order and honors No. 15 — the franchise player of the decade.
Click here to learn more about MADE MOBB or here to shop online.
Ocean & Sea ‘Saint Patrick’ Tee — $20
Ocean & Sea channels the magic of Patrick Mahomes and combines it with a lucky green tee, sure to help number 15 and his teammates perform on the field.
Click here to learn more about Ocean & Sea or here to shop online.
1853 ‘Super Bowling with tha Homies’ Tee — $28
Celebrate the big game with these Chiefs MVPs and the “Super Bowling with tha Homies” tee sold online through Westport-based Bunker.
Click here to shop online at Bunker.
The Kansas City Clothing Co. ‘Mawheaties’ Tee — $32
Nothing says strength like a quarterback who eats his Wheaties. The Kansas City Clothing Co. channels the classic cereal ads with its “Mawheaties” tee.
Click here to learn more about The Kansas City Clothing Co. or here to shop online.
SewKC ‘Vintage Vibes’ Masks — $10 each
Stay safe and full of Chiefs spirit wearing SewKC’s two-layer, cotton masks with adjustable elastics and red-and-gold color options!
Click here to learn more about SewKC or to shop online.
Charlie Hustle ‘The Kingdom’ Crewneck — $60
Just-released: The Kingdom Kids have completed the task at hand and are Bowl Bound once again! Celebrate this championship run with this supremely soft Kingdom Crewneck.
Click here to learn more about Charlie Hustle or to shop online.
Wonderboy Apparel ‘City of Champions’ Tee — $32
Kansas City is the home of champions — and Wonderboy Apparel wants everyone to know it.
Click here to learn more about Wonder Boy Apparel or here to shop online.
“25 years in the pros, offensive guru, sweet stache — time to celebrate our team and our coach,” Bellboy said in description of its weable homage to coach Andy Reid.
Click here to learn more about Bellboy or here to shop online.
Boasting football lace details on a familiar and iconic logo, 1KC celebrates Chiefs Kingdom with its Rolling Stones inspired concert tee.
Click here to read more about 1KC or here to shop online.
Duck Season Social Club ‘KC Sports Almanac’ Tee — $28
“Great Scott!” the team at Duck Season Social Club said in description of their Back to the Future-inspired “KC Sports Almanac” tee, sold at Westport-based Bunker.
“This new tee from Duck Season Social Club won’t make you a millionaire overnight, but it will make you look like a million bucks.”
Click here to learn more about Duck Season Social Club or here to shop online at Bunker.
Local T ’70s Game Day’ Tee — $30
This Local T-made game day tee might be etro inspired, but it’s celebrating all things modern in Kansas City.
Available at The Kindred Shops.
Click here to learn more about Local T or here to shop online at Kindred.
The Kansas City Clothing Co. ‘KC ICON’ Satin Button-Up Jacket — $119
The Kansas City Clothing Co. evokes retro vibes with classic, football-inspired outerwear.
Click here to learn more about The Kansas City Clothing Co. or here to shop online.
Cheatin Snakes ‘Local Parade Party’ Crewneck Sweatshirt — $52
Local arts meet local sports with Cheatin Snakes “Local Parade Party” sweatshirt, honoring the world champion Chiefs and sold online through Westport-based Bunker. Also available in a classic tee.
“Don’t fall for the imitations. Support original artists and get the real deal,” Bunker said.
Click here to learn more about Cheatin Snakes or here to shop online at Bunker.
Charlie Hustle ‘Run it Back’ Scarf — $28
“The defending champs are looking to ‘Run it Back’ in 2021 and bring another Lombardi Trophy to Kansas City,” Charlie Hustle said in description of its Run it Back scarf, designed to celebrate the Kansas City Chiefs championship team.
Click here to learn more about Charlie Hustle or to shop online.
SewKC ‘Gold Heart KC’ Dad Hat — $28
Kansas City has a heart of gold — and a team that rocks it well. Celebrate the Chiefs with SewKC and the “Gold Heart KC” dad hat.
Click here to learn more about SewKC or to shop online.
This Local T KC Stripe tee features two familiar letters, a retro vibe and a celebratory Chiefs color scheme.
Click here to learn more about Local T or here to shop online at Made in KC.
Local Events KC ‘Sunday Funday’ Hat — $35
Celebrate the fun of a Chiefs game day with this classic Local Events KC cap, available at Made in KC.
Click here to shop online at Made in KC.
Assorted School of Sock Chiefs Socks — $13 each
Cheer on the Chiefs from head to toe! School of Sock offers dozens of designs, sure to meet the style needs across the Red Kingdom.
Click here to learn more about School of Sock or here to shop online.
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