Is this a genuine Columbia fleece?

Yes. An authentic Columbia MTR fleece blank, independently embroidered to order; not affiliated with or endorsed by Columbia.

What is Pasadena, Texas known for?

Being the home of Gilley’s, the world’s largest honky-tonk and the set of Urban Cowboy, and the strawberry capital of the Gulf Coast on the Houston Ship Channel.

Pasadena, Texas, in the state of Texas.

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Pasadena Texas Vintage Retro Unisex Embroidered Fleece Jacket - White Logo

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The Pasadena fleece, for the town that is where the urban cowboy rode. An authentic Columbia MTR fleece, full-zip, with the Pasadena vintage retro logo embroidered on the chest in white thread.

This is the top of the Pasadena range: a real Columbia blank, embroidered to order, warm, light and fast-drying. It is the jacket for early mornings, the sideline and the drive home, and the Pasadena gift that gets opened and put on immediately. Made to order, so allow the embroidery time before the holidays.

Trusted outdoor quality meets personalized design: an authentic Columbia fleece jacket blank in soft, warm MTR fleece, custom embroidered to order with our vintage-retro logo on the chest. The lightweight full-zip (~7.4 oz/yd² MTR-style filament fleece) has an athletic, easy-layering fit, a stand collar, and clean lines that pair with everything, and it delivers dependable insulation for cool days while drying fast and moving comfortably. Care: machine wash cold (gentle), dry flat, no bleach, no iron on decoration, no dry clean. Embroidery is thread, not ink, so slight differences from the digital product image are normal; see the page footer Embroidery note for full details and care. Columbia® is a registered trademark of Columbia Sportswear Company. This product is independently customized and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Columbia.

John Burnett of Galveston founded Pasadena in 1893 and named it, optimistically, for the lush California town; the railroad reached it in 1894. After the 1900 Galveston hurricane Clara Barton sent strawberry plants, and the town became the strawberry capital of the Gulf Coast, then a Ship Channel boomtown after 1914.

Gilley’s opened around 1971 as the world’s largest honky-tonk, and in 1980 Urban Cowboy put its mechanical bull on every screen in America. The 1950 Washburn Tunnel runs under the Ship Channel, the Capitan Theater keeps its neon, and the Strawberry Festival keeps the old name. Pasadena, Texas, is the mark on this piece.

QUICK FACTS — PASADENA TX EMBROIDERED FLEECE JACKET

Town: Pasadena, Texas

Founded: 1893; city 1923

Known for: Gilley’s and Urban Cowboy (1980); the strawberry capital of the Gulf Coast; the Houston Ship Channel

Art: Pasadena vintage retro logo, white (embroidered)

Blank: Authentic Columbia full-zip MTR fleece jacket, athletic easy-layering fit, stand collar

Fabric: MTR-style filament fleece, ~7.4 oz/yd²

Decoration: Chest embroidery, white thread

Care: Machine wash cold (gentle), dry flat, no bleach, no iron on decoration

Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL

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Then the water changed everything. In 1914 the Houston Ship Channel opened, turning the bayou into one of the busiest seaports in the world, and refineries and petrochemical plants rose along Pasadena's northern edge. Farm fields gave way to tank farms and pipe racks; the children of strawberry pickers went to work on refinery row. Through the mid-century the town boomed as a working-class industrial city, its population multiplying, its skyline a low line of stacks and flares against the Gulf sky. Pasadena had traded the berry crate for the hard hat.

Our Pasadena logo carries Texas's longhorn and Lone Star above ‘Texas Republic — Est. 1845,’ the shared retro emblem of our Texas towns. The longhorn stands for ranching toughness and the star for the Lone Star State, and the 1845 date marks Texas statehood; the emblem is the through-line that links Pasadena to every other Texas town we make. It suits this one well — the same Western spirit that filled the Gilley's dance floor, stamped over a town that has always worn its boots and its grit with pride. What makes this one Pasadena is the strawberry sweetness underneath the swagger.

Why People Visit Pasadena

Pasadena balances big-city access with Gulf-coast ease. Visitors pair the strawberry and Western heritage with bayou boardwalks, festival weekends, and a short hop to Houston, the Space Center nearby, or the beach. It is friendly, unpretentious, and family-oriented, with year-round appeal in its parks, trails, and public spaces. History and everyday culture sit side by side here in a welcoming way.

Pasadena Texas Merlin Classics retro logo — Texas longhorn and Lone Star, Texas Republic Est. 1845

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Product FAQs

How does your sizing work?

Because items are made to order, we can’t accept returns for sizing or color choices. We do accept returns for defects, misprints, or shipping damage. Please review the detailed photos and descriptions before purchasing. Women’s fitted tees run small; if you prefer a looser fit, consider sizing up.

How do I send gifts?

All items ship without prices and include a simple packing slip for easy gifting. Enter the recipient’s shipping address and your billing address at checkout. Use your contact info to receive tracking updates. Orders typically arrive within 6–15 business days—please allow extra time for time-sensitive gifts.

How do I care for my item?

For apparel: wash cold, inside-out, with like colors; avoid bleach and high heat; tumble dry low or hang dry. For embroidery, iron inside-out to protect the stitching. See specific care instructions in product descriptions and also follow general best practices in caring for your items for long term enjoyment.

How are items made and when will they arrive?

We make each item on demand using premium blanks, embroidery, and soft-hand prints. Production usually takes 2–5 business days (excluding weekends and holidays). You’ll receive tracking once shipped. We currently ship to U.S. addresses via USPS, UPS, or FedEx. Most orders arrive within 6–15 business days.

What’s the return/exchange policy?

We accept returns for defects, misprints, or damage on arrival. Report issues within 30 days with photos and your order number, and we’ll replace or refund. Size or color changes aren’t supported after purchase, so please consult size charts before ordering if you are at all unsure.

Who are we?

Merlin Classics is a volunteer-run, AI-assisted brand celebrating timeless local style. Every item is made to order, and the business supports hunger-relief programs in the communities our collections spotlight through discretionary giving. Classic looks, real local impact.