12/31/11

MANNEQUIN MOMENTS - HAPPY NEW YEAR

Tuxedo by Sand - $1195...Dress by Olvi's - $795
Our mannequins are ringing in the new year with a thousand paper cranes for good fortune...what are your plans this year?

12/29/11

HOLIDAY GIFT CERTIFICATE - EXPIRES 12/31

Don't forget - we are still honoring our Holiday gift certificate until December 31 - hurry in and snag yourself a great deal (with the BEST selection) before it expires!

12/24/11

CLOSED FOR CHRISTMAS / DAY AFTER

Merry Christmas! Butch Blum will be closed in observance of the holiday today, December 25, and tomorrow, December 26. Happy holidays and see you bright and early at 10am on December 27!

12/22/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - Z ZEGNA PEACOAT

Peacoat by Z Zegna - $795
A great twist on a menswear classic, this quilted peacoat by Z Zegna is a lightweight wool flannel outer, with a hypoallergenic recycled fiberfill on the inside. Toasty warm and light as a feather, it doesn't get much better than this!

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - SILVER FOX

Feathered silver fox sweater coat - $5195 - Giuliana Teso 
This incredible belted sweater coat has a hefty dose of Apres-Ski glamor, courtesy of its ultra luxurious silver fox body. Feel toasty warm and dazzlingly fabulous in fox this winter.

12/21/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - TRANSIT TUNIC

Jacquard weave Alpaca-silk blend tunic - $315 - Transit
Another winning offering by Transit, this jacquarded tunic has terrific texture without being too busy.  Wear it with skinny jeans, or dress it up with leggings, heels, and some major bling for a holiday party!

12/20/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - BERGE DOPP KIT

Berge - $375
A clever take on a classic idea, this little overnight kit from Berge is crafted in Italy from fine Spanish calfskin. A lovely texture and a very handsome quality.

12/19/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - OLGA BERG CLUTCHES

Satin and steel clutches - $95...Crystal encrusted clutch - $175
A chic little minaudiere to complete a dazzling holiday ensemble, these little clutches are light as a feather - the won't weigh heavy on the hands OR the pocketbook.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - CASHMERE/LEATHER GLOVES

Assorted gloves - $95-135
Made in Italy of lambskin and lined with the softest cashmere knits, our signature gloves for fall will keep your guy toasty and stylish...a great stocking stuffer.

12/17/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - SHANEEN HUXHAM GLOVES

Gloves - $105 each
Velvet stretch gloves are a glamorous addition to a holiday cocktail dress, but have you ever layered them under a 3/4 sleeve jacket, with a turtleneck?

12/16/11

SNAPSHOTS FROM LADIES NIGHT OUT

 We had SO much fun at our Ladies Night Out get together- check out these shots from the party!





Special thanks to our amazing psychic Debbie Hulbert, the ladies from the Beauty Bar at the fairmont hotel, our gorgeous male models from TCM - Charlie and Toby, and of course, all of our fabulous clients that came to enjoy the evening!

12/15/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - FERRANTE CARDIGAN

Contrast trim cardigan - Ferrante - $295
Superfine Merino wool never looked so good. Ferrante brings us a fabulous modified-shawl lapel sweater perfect for a fun holiday fete.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - STUDDED CLUTCHES

 Grommet studded clutches - $45-55
One of our BB finds for the season, these studded clutches add a little bit of toughness to the classic LBD.

12/14/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - MOSCHINO LBD

Crepe little black dress - $895 - Moschino
A classic with a contemporary twist, this Little Black Dress from Moschino is engineered from the PERFECT wrinkle-free crepe, making it the best dress to take with you to a glamorous holiday destination.

12/13/11

LADIES NIGHT OUT TONIGHT!

Join us TONIGHT for Ladies Night Out, a fabulous shopping extravaganza featuring:

A 2-question "Mystical Moments" session with Debbie Hulbert, our resident psychic, about the shape of the year to come.

Our signature "Mean Martinis" (extra dry of course) or champagne while you mark off your holiday shopping list.

Mighty-fine Male Models to try on clothes for your special man's gift.

Marvelous Make-up consultations with the Beauty Bar Spa, newly opened in the Fairmont Olympic Hotel.

When: December 13, 5:30-7:30pm
Where: Butch Blum, 1408 5th Ave (between Pike st and Union)
Who: All our favorite ladies

RSVP to promotions@BUTCHBLUM.com, or give us a call at 206-622-5760 to let us know you're coming. We are almost at our maximum RSVP limit, so hurry and let us know you're coming...hope to see you there!

12/12/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - CASHMERE/COTTON HOODIE

Cashmere/Cotton Hoodie - Zegna Sport - $495
An outrageously luxe fabric, this cashmere/cotton blend is fitted to the body and is lined in a thermal honeycomb-weave which will keep you toasty warm.

12/11/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - TRANSIT ROLL-NECK

Roll-neck sweater - Transit -$375
A semi-shawl collar finishes this terrific knit by Transit, which is crafted from a unique distressed wool blend.

12/10/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - FALIERO SARTI TUBE SCARF

Cashmere/viscose convertible tube scarf - $335 (available in charcoal or cream)
Faliero Sarti's innovative scarves are a centerpiece of our accessories collection - and pieces like this perfectly showcase why. Taking the trendy tube-scarf silhouette to new extremes, Sarti knits a tube that is over 5 feet long but tissue thin, allowing you to wear it as a traditional scarf, loop around your neck, or pull it over your head as a hood.

12/9/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - EYEBOBS

Assorted styles - $85-95
Handcrafted from optical quality acrylic and bamboo these Eyebobs readers are a stylish way to read your favorite book.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - BELLE FARE ACCESSORIES

Knit rabbit fur boot warmers and hats - $85 each
Craftily knit from long strips of rabbit fur, these lovely accessories by BB find Belle Fare are a terrific way to keep warm and add great texture to an outfit.

12/8/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK- Z ZEGNA WAISTCOAT

Shirt - Culturata - $195...Waistcoat - Z Zegna - $295
This charcoal brown flannel waistcoat is a delightful alternative to a sportcoat when you don't need to be super dressy. The lightweight fabric layers beautifully under tailored jackets as well, adding to the versatility of the piece.

FROM THE LOOKBOOK - BARBARA MILANO/DELMAN

Bag- Barbara Milano - $395...Shoe - Delman - was $425, now $212.50
A snazzy way of giving your outfit some pop, these accessories offer terrific texture in an easy, goes-with-everything kind of package.

12/7/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - ITALIAN SPORT SHIRTS

 Assorted Italian sportshirts by Roda, Culturata and Poggianti - $195-285
This season we have the BEST selection of fun sport shirts in interesting patterns...great ideas to dress up or dress down with your favorite holiday outfit, be it jeans or a pair of grey flannel dress pants.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - BLUMARINE PRINT CARDIGAN

Blumarine Silk/Cashmere print cardigan - $1595
Another wild offering from Anna Molinari's Blumarine collection, an Italian fantasy full of exotic florals, wild animal prints, and beautifully crafted luxury fabrics.

12/6/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - ISAIAH CIARRAI CASHMERE

Isaiah Ciarrai cashmere sweater - $375
Terrific quality married with a value-oriented price...a great simple design (note the lack of buttons or zippers on the split neck) that will be the sweater you reach for forever.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - BB FINDS

Scarves - $45 - BB finds
Sometimes we find some extremely cute, extremely well priced pieces that we just have to add to our mix. That was the case with these delicate chiffon scarves, which are lightweight but have dynamic color and texture.

12/5/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - INIS MEAIN CABLE SWEATER

Cable-detail donegal sweater - Inis Meain - $645
This Irish-made sweater from Inis Meain is a variation on the classic Aran knit, using a varicolored donegal yarn instead of the classic unbleached bone color. The inset symbol of the diamond with the infinity suggests a wish for success, wealth, and treasure for a lifetime.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - FAUX CURLY LAMB

Faux curly lamb jacket by Peserico - $855
Another fabulous faux offering, made from an innovative rayon and cotton blend fabric.  The factory that created this chic little piece is one of our BB finds - an Italian company known for producing outerwear for some of the world's top designers. Their own private label features the same quality construction you'd expect from an upper-echelon designer, but is a much healthier price point.

12/4/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - ZEGNA SPORT WINDBREAKER

Ecowarmer windbreaker by Zegna Sport - $745
Both the nylon used to create the outer shell of this jacket and the hypoallergenic thermofill filling stuffing the quilts are made of recycled plastics, making this jacket not only stylish, but sustainable!

12/3/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - BLUI SCARVES

Blui scarves - $285 each
Subtle dusty colors that unfurl to reveal a flag design - British, American, and Japanese (not pictured). Super soft modal is printed using a century-old process to achieve a vintage feel.

12/2/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - OLGA BERG CLUTCHES

Olga Berg Clutches - $65 each
These darling little clutches are so chic and so nicely priced we just had to have them in our holiday mix. From Olga Berg - an Australian evening bag designer and one of our favorite BB finds.

12/1/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - TUMBLED LEATHER BRIEFCASE

Tumbled leather briefcase - Moore and Giles - $795 
Professional yet modern, this carry-all is a great gift for a young urban guy who needs a place to put everything and look great doing it.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - EMBELLISHED FEATHER BOA

Embellished feather lapel boa - Ambre Babzoe -$165
When we heard about this, we were very dubious - after all, a Feather Boa? But really, this fabulous accessory is a wonderful addition to any coat or sweater. The ostrich feather "Marabou" is ultra luxe without being outrageous and adds a fabulous touch of glamor without breaking the bank.

11/29/11

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: MIRIAM HASKELL RINGS

Left - $255, Right - $225
Sterling silver and semiprecious stones are the heart of these baroque offerings by Miriam Haskell, a fabulous fashion jewelry firm with a storied heritage going all the way back to the 1920's.  Collectible and timeless, these rings are a terrific gift for a loved one or yourself.

11/28/11

HOLIDAY LOOK BOOK - BLUMARINE CARDIGAN

Cutaway cardigan with mink cuffs - $2385 - Blumarine...Necklace - Terry Ross
The ultimate luxe sweater by Blumarine, with sumptuous mink trim at the cuff and a clever undulating closure at the front.

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR FRIENDS, THE HULINGS

We'd like to congratulate our friends Steve and Sharon Huling on their recent citation of honor from South Seattle Community College for their contributions to the school. We applaud their commitment to education, a cause near and dear to our own hearts. Congratulations, Huling Family!

11/26/11

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

We are so proud to be one of Seattle's many thriving small businesses, but we couldn't be where we are without your support. That is why we encourage you to shop small and shop often this holiday season - starting today, Small Business Saturday! 

"When we invest in small businesses, we are investing in Main Streets - the places that give our towns and cities a unique sense of place. By celebrating Small Business Saturday and shopping at independent businesses, everyone can play a part in strengthening our economy and supporting revitalization on our Main Streets." - Stephanie Meeks- National Trust for Historic Preservation

11/25/11

ARMANI FAUX FUR COAT FOR HER


Armani Jeans - $545
A fabulously glamorous way to stay warm during the winter, and a nice value too! Try out a sassy-chic coat by Armani Jeans.

11/24/11

HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM BUTCH BLUM!

Just a reminder- Butch Blum is closed today for the Thanksgiving holiday, but we re-open bright and early Friday, November 25 at 10 am for all your holiday needs. Have a great turkey day everybody!

11/23/11

FUR ACCESSORIES BY BELLE FARE

Vests - $445...Hats - $85
Here at BB one of our favorite ways to add a luxe feel to an everyday outfit is to add a touch of fur - and there's no better way than one of our fur accessories by Belle Fare. Made of ultrasoft rabbit fur, these accessories are an incredible value.

BY MALENE BIRGER BLOUSE

Blouse - By Malene Birger - $435
This lovely blouse by By Malene Birger is an outstanding addition to your work wardrobe, but is equally adorable paired with one of our rabbit vests and a slim pair of dark jeans and brown suede boots. Bring a little '70s chic into YOUR fall wardrobe with this terrific little basic, from Danish favorite "By Malene Birger."