7/31/11

FALL PREVIEW - L.B.M. 1911

A preview of one of our fall arrivals - coming late August/early September. Join us NOW For our final week of sale, with savings of 60-75% off current season merchandise!

7/27/11

ONE-OF-A-KIND MOSCHINO TUTU FOR ENGLISH NATIONAL BALLET

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On June 29 the English National Ballet hosted a fabulous fashion fundraiser at the legendary Orangery, and invited Moschino, among other designers, to create a tutu or ballet-inspired dress for the event!

Moschino labelled their creation "Pearly Kings and Queens", and heavily embellished it with mother of pearl buttons, incorporating the iconic Moschino symbols: M for Moschino, the heart and the peace symbol. Although this one-of-a-kind creation is NOT available at Butch Blum (it was later auctioned off at the event), we nonetheless LOVE Moschino and their sister collection Moschino Cheap and Chic, and are SO looking forward to more fall arrivals. Stay tuned!

NEW ARRIVALS - SCHUMACHER

Tops by Schumacher - $315 each
We're very pleased to welcome Schumacher back to the Butch Blum mix! This fabulous brand has been  one of Germany's most interesting designer labels for more than 20 years, offering beautifully made basics with stylish twists. Stay tuned for more from our Teutonic Treasure, exclusively at Butch Blum in Seattle.

7/26/11

BUTCH BLUM SALUTES LUIGI BIANCHI MANTOVA

We want to salute one of our favorite vendors, Luigi Bianchi Mantova (also known as Lubiam and L.B.M. 1911) for their centennial anniversary. We hope we look as good as you do when WE turn 100!

Stay tuned for more from this incredible label as we receive new merchandise for fall.

7/25/11

NEW ARRIVALS - MOSCHINO

Dress by Moschino - $1555
This fabulous little dress by Moschino is a perfect example of their classic-with-a-twist mentality...a wardrobe basic that is nonetheless fabulous and interesting. Be sure to check out new arrivals from Moschino, which have just arrived for pre-fall.

7/24/11

AN ARMANI WEDDING IN HAWAII

Our good friend and client Jerry Raine of Turgeon Raine Jewelers had a traditional Hawaiian wedding recently - of course the groom is in Giorgio Armani Black label! WE love the minister's look (far right) and congrats to the bride and groom....what a beautiful setting on the Island of Maui and the perfect use of a sunny day - what are YOU doing with the sunshine today??

7/23/11

SACKETT MESSENGER BY MOORE & GILES

"Sackett" messenger by Moore & Giles - $435
This fabulous waxed leather messenger is available in several colors, but we thought this midnight blue was one of the most unusual and special we've seen.  As it wears it develops a patina unique to every piece.

7/22/11

TEATRO ZINZANNI VISITS BUTCH BLUM

Max's outfit by Sand, Giorgio Armani...Genevieve's outfit by Milla
We had lots of fun playing host to "Ssens Duo" acrobats Maxime Clabaut and Genevieve Landry, as well as hand balancer Elena Borodina (all currently at Teatro Zinzanni), as they shot photos and video for their promotions team.  Stay tuned as we post more photos from their visit!
Max's outfit by Sand, Genevieve's outfit by A.L.C

7/21/11

NEW ARRIVALS - MALENE BIRGER SKIRT

Skirt- $275
This fabulous little snake print jersey skirt features an elastic cummerbund waistband and a TERRIFIC price - only $275 for this cute little fashion basic.

PRINCESS KATE IN MALENE BIRGER

On her recent tour of Canada, Princess Kate was photographed wearing the "Bulitt" dress by By Malene Birger, one of our favorite designers.  Come check out the new arrivals from By Malene Birger, in store now!
Image courtesy of Reuters

7/20/11

COOPER JONES BERKSHIRE JACKET

Cooper Jones Supply - $195
The "Berkshire Jacket" is one of our most popular items at Butch Blum, and it's not hard to see why. Crafted from a lovely soft cotton pique with reinforced seams, it's a basic little piece that handily straddles the line between jacket and cardigan. Look for it later this fall in charcoal grey as well!

7/17/11

NEW ARRIVALS - BLUGIRL

Blugirl - $795
This stretch merino knit by Blugirl for fall has a fabulous brown mink trim along the neckline, adding a simple touch of luxury to a fabulous basic. Dress it up with pearls and patent pumps, or dress it down with a wide leather belt and a cute suede jacket. 

7/15/11

GIORGIO ARMANI - NEW ARRIVALS

Jacket - $2895...Pant - $495...Scarf - $275
Perfect for a night out or an elegant formal dinner party, this new Armani velvet jacket is an INCREDIBLE unconstructed viscose velvet with a super deep pile.

7/13/11

MOSCHINO FALL/WINTER 2011

New for fall - our arrivals from Moschino blend classic womenswear looks with quirky designer sensibility. Check out our new arrivals for fall, in store now.

7/11/11

NEW ARRIVALS - FINAMORE

Finamore shirts - $375 each
These very special casual shirts by Finamore are hand-sewn examples of Italian excellence. Made of super-soft garment dyed Sea Island cotton, we are VERY excited to feature these new shirts for fall.

JUSTIN VERNON IN J.BRAND

We were very pleased to see 'indie' musician Justin Vernon in Vanity Fair magazine this month, wearing our J.Brand jeans! We have two terrific cuts in the store currently from J.Brand, and more on the way for fall/winter.