FROM THE LOOK BOOK - COTTON POPCORN PONCHO

Cotton popcorn knit poncho - $155

A sophisticated take on the classic Poncho, this sweater poncho is put together with a very beefy cotton yarn, perfect to toss on when the weather is nippy but not freezing.

SKIN GAME OF THE WEEK - MANE

Beautiful BlowOut | 2,000 BB SKINS

MANE blow dry bar is all about the blowout. Great hair can change a look. Change your mood. Change the day. That's the power of having a professional stylist wash, blow dry and style your tresses to salon perfect gorgeousness. MANE leaves the cutting and coloring to more traditional shops and devotes its considerable talents to what it does best: head-turning, envy-inducing, habit-forming blowouts – all in 45 minutes (or less)! Located at the Grand Hyatt, Seattle, MANE is open 7 days a week. The BB Skin Game recipient will receive a $100 gift certificate toward hair services (excludes bridal hair or retail purchases). To learn more, visit MANE online or contact Mandy at the salon. ($100 value)

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - ARMANI PLAID JACKET

Jacket by Giorgio Armani - $1995

Designers often use linen for its subtle sheen and seasonal light weight, but its detractors often complain about the wrinkles that traditional linen fabrics sometimes have. Giorgio Armani's brilliant linen blend jacket - seen above - incorporates equal parts silk and virgin wool for sheen, softness, and wrinkle resistance!

NEW ARRIVALS - ALLEGRI COTTON MAC

Cotton spring jacket - $845

This cotton macintosh is treated with Teflon for ultra-water-resistance while maintaining its softness and lightness. A great casual item or a great addition to a professional spring wardrobe.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - COLORBLOCKING

Colorblock top - $565 - Fabiana Filippi...Short cardigan - D'Exterior - $255

Colorblocking is an important trend right now, and this fabulous lightweight linen top by Fabiana Filippi is a great way to wear it this season and KEEP wearing it when it's not on the runway.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - VARVATOS JACKET

John Varvatos waterproof jacket - $945

Featuring an innovative enclosed hood with a stand-up collar, this jacket is the right addition to any Seattle guy's wardrobe. Add a little rock-and-roll to your spring look without a lot of unnecessary tattoos and piercings.

HAMILTON BREW FEST!

Join the fun of our Hamilton Brew Fest, Thursday April 26th 5-7 PM! Hamilton Shirts, our favorite made-to-measure shirt maker, will be offering up Spring’s best customized Men's shirts especially for you at a 20% discount, beginning Thursday the 26th through Saturday the 28th. 

To celebrate we’ve invited Capelli’s - our neighborhood barber - who will provide hot towel neck shaves and a quick restyle for the rest of your evening. BOKA restaurant will serve up tasty bites to accompany small-batch brews from Mac & Jack's Brewery. To RSVP,  contact  promotions@BUTCHBLUM.com or 206-622-5760. Everyone is welcome, but reservations are limited, please RSVP by the 24th of April. 

MIHYON'S PICK - HUGO BOSS LASER CUT SUEDE

Suede laser-cut bomber - Hugo Boss Orange - $995

I just LOVE the skin on this jacket...it's a laser cut, pretty little flower style...it's so light! I wanna throw this on with everything, dress it up with a cute dress or put it on with jeans and sneakers on my days off.

Mihyon Ahn
Accessories buyer

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FROM THE LOOK BOOK: MARGIELA BLAZER

Martin Margiela blazer - $1795

This fabric is so beautiful! Woven from wool and linen, it's as light as a feather with a great wrinkle-resistance, yet has an interesting crispness unusual for this weight. The lapels are ever so slightly skewed from a traditional blazer silhouette, and under the breast pocket is an additional miniature "coin pocket."

GRAVATI WATERPROOF SUEDE LOAFER

Chocolate suede loafer - Gravati - $545

Gravati has been synonymous with quality and style for over a century, producing a beautiful hand-lasted shoe with classic style. Their suede shoes are no exception, featuring interesting detail stitching, Vibram "Beverly" sole construction, and a water-resistant upper that dries quickly and resists staining.

CELEBRITY SIGHTING - DITA VON TEESE IN MOSCHINO

The lovely Dita Von Teese is seen here wearing a Moschino Couture creation...fabulous rhinestone-encrusted lace neckline atop a shimmering rushed fuchsia silk body. This lady knows how to bring the glamor!

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: PAS DE CALAIS VEST

Pas De Calais long vest - $295

For lovers of Transit, Majestic, and other lightweight knit linen garments comes this fantastic French collection - Pas de Calais. Named after one of the most populous areas of Northern France, this collection has the breezy quality of the seaside area, while maintaining enough substance for a slightly nippy Seattle spring day.

SKIN GAME OF THE WEEK - JAPONESSA

JAPONESSA | 3,000 BB SKINS

Featuring a Japanese menu with hints of Latino flair, Japonessa houses the latest talents of renowned Chef Billy Beach. Since opening in August 2010, Japonessa has garnered a tremendous following, including a nod from Seattle Met magazine for best sushi in their "Best Asian Restaurants 2010" cover article issue. From traditional offerings at the full service sushi bar, to innovative rolls and Japanese tapas, Japonessa boasts a tantalizing menu. Complimented by an impressive selection of sakes, wines, and finely crafted cocktails, Japonessa is the destination for some of the best sushi in town. The BB Skin Game winner will receive dinner for two. Please visit Japonessa for more information. ($150 value)

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: MALENE BIRGER SNAKE

By Malene Birger - $355

This supple jersey looks terrific on everybody - it has just enough drape and fullness to disguise parts that you're not 100% about, with enough va-va-voom dip and curve to show off your best assets.  Dress it up with killer heels and a sheer shrug for a night-time look, or dress it down with a cropped leather jacket and a serious belt for a daytime look.

GIMOS DENIM BLUE LEATHER JACKET

Jacket - Gimos - $1795

This is THE coolest leather jacket...and no, your eyes aren't deceiving you - it's blue. A denim-y blue grey that will literally go with any color, much like your favorite pair of jeans. The leather masters at Gimo's spend days on each piece to make sure that the texture, color, and finish are absolutely perfect.

NEW ARRIVALS - EYEBOBS

"Lucky Bamboo" - $95

These new Eyebobs readers are a fabulous accessory - function and fashion in one economical package. Available in styles for men and women.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - CIVIDINI

Navy sheer cardigan - $765...Silk floral tank - $625

Cividini once again proves their knitwear prowess with this season's offerings. This cardigan is a super-soft, super-sheer Egyptian cotton, paired with a hand-screenprinted silk top. Each Cividini garment contains hours worth of love and attention, making this product a terrific example of Italy's long history of artisanship.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - TRANSIT LINEN JACKET

Jacket by Transit - $595

A modern take on the classic trench, Transit has integrated the belt typically seen on this style, and added a zipper for a slight motorcycle-inspired toughness. Available in a soft sage (pictured) or a deeper dusty brown, this jacket is a great addition to almost any outfit for the spring/summer season

FRATELLI ROSSETTI: "MASTER'S HANDS"

Fratelli Rossetti produced this incredible little video of Rossetti's artisans crafting their signature shoes, in collaboration with master photographer Ferdinando Scianna for their F/W 2012 collection.  Each shoe has to be hand cut, dyed, and finished with decorative stitching.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: AGAVE POLOS

Supima cotton polos - $135...also available in salmon pink and charcoal

Agave Denim's knitwear is one of the best values in their industry. Made in the USA and featuring ultrasoft lightweight Supima cotton, Agave is a wonderful choice for a sophisticated polo shirt - perfect to wear under a sport coat or with golf attire.

CELEBRITY SIGHTING: DANIEL RADCLIFFE

Typically our celebrity sightings revolve around our ladies brands, so it was a fun treat to see a MALE star model not one but TWO of our favorite labels. Daniel Radcliffe announced the nominees for the British Academy Film Awards in this John Varvatos suit, worn with a Hamilton bespoke shirt. Great choices, Daniel!

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: MARTIN MARGIELA SHOE

Shoes by Martin Margiela - $795

This handmade shoe by Martin Margiela is a soft, rugged idea perfect for lots of different occasions this spring/summer and going into fall. Wear it as a loafer alternative, or wear it as a sneaker alternative - as long as you're wearing it ALL the time!

SKIN GAME OF THE WEEK

HAIRCUT FIT FOR A GENTLEMAN | 2,000 BB SKINS

Capelli's Gentlemen's Barbershop has strived to develop a team of passionate, highly trained stylists who offer full grooming services and products just for Men. Focusing on masculine tastes and needs, Capelli's has firmly established itself as Seattle's Premier Upscale Men's Barbershop, offering three locations – two downtown and one in South Lake Union. Relax in comfortable leather chairs, read, watch the game on multiple flat-screen TVs, and enjoy a complimentary beverage. In today's busy world, Capelli's offers quality, value, convenience, and more! The BB Skin game winner enjoys $100 toward the services of their choice. For more information, please visit Capelli's online. ($100 value)

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER DRESS

Sheer dress - $445...Belt (by Berge) - $145

This lightweight layered dress by Jean-Paul Gaultier uses Fuzzi's signature tulle fabrics in a distinctive way...layering them one on top of another to provide a breezy, yet not too revealing summer tunic. Also available in a palette of fuchsia and heliotrope.

TRANSIT/ROCHE BOBOIS WINDOWS

Clothing by Transit, lamps and chairs by Roche Bobois

 We're very pleased to be able to partner with local businesses whenever possible. This month we are featuring chairs and lamps in our displays from Roche Bobois Seattle. We love the light, futuristic look of the product, and how well it compliments the easy, relaxed styles by Transit!

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - ARMANI WINDBREAKER

Weather-resistant windbreaker - Armani - $1495

A great springtime color and a great fabric makes a wonderful summertime item from Giorgio Armani. Elegantly simple, this jacket has the shape of a sport coat but is a touch more rugged - wonderful for a drizzly Seattle Spring.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - FUZZI SHEERS

Cardigan and Blouse (underneath) both $295 each - Fuzzi

From the masters of fabric at Fuzzi comes this elegant, lightweight sheer cardigan - perfect for wearing as a wrap over an elegant evening outfit, our out and about with a tank and jeans.

SPRING BRIGHTS FROM RELWEN

Jacket - $295...V-neck - $185...Shirt - $145...Pant - $195 - Relwen
Taken at Seattle Magazine Forecast Fashion show, ©JPbeck 

An incredible value for the quality, Relwen offers great Americana style, without being too 'hunting lodge' obnoxious. You'll find great pop colors, interesting madras plaids, soft washed khaki-style cottons, and more from this terrific sportswear brand. 

ARMANI IMPERMEABLE BOMBER

Impermeable bomber - $2095

One of our favorite outerwear pieces ever - this incredible short bomber by Giorgio Armani Black Label. The fabric defies description...at times a true dove grey, at times it shows iridescent sheen with tones of blue and green. Weather treated for impermeability and featuring a hideaway hood in the collar, it's also a great jacket for Seattle springtime.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER CROCHET TOPS

Layered tank - $295

He's done it again! Jean-Paul Gaultier has sent us these incredible tops, made of a crochet nylon laid over a stretch tulle. They're opaque enough to wear on their own, and breathably light enough to wear layered underneath other garments.

Crochet tunic - $325

MADE IN THE USA-CRAZY

We are very proud to carry two brands on GQ's recent "Made In The USA" map:

ALDEN-Alden is a traditional American manufacturer who have made their signature hand-lasted shoes in the New England area since 1884. Using fabrications of the best suede, leather or Cordovan, Alden makes a shoe that will be a go-to for a lifetime.

HAMILTON- Hamilton is a custom shirt manufacturer with a similar pedigree to Alden's- they've even been around a year longer!  Hamilton Shirts have been in business (based in Houston, TX) since 1883, and they are still family-owned. Butch Blum is proud to feature their 'bespoke' custom program, which involves not only the typical chest, waist, hip, shoulder, and arm measurements, but also digital photos of stock fit shirts to be assessed by Hamilton's expert pattern makers.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - HUGO BOSS ORANGE CROCHET DRESS

Cotton crochet mini-dress - Boss Orange - $325

Reminiscent of the best of swinging '60's fashions from Biba or Courréges, this sweet little mini-dress can be worn with your favorite crop jacket, wide leather belt, leggings, and leather hobo, or on its own with a chic pair of flats.

CELEBRITY SIGHTING - TINA TURNER IN ARMANI JEANS

An icon of music, film, television, and more...Tina Turner was spotted out and about in this fabulous outfit by Armani Jeans.  The AJ collection (particularly at Butch Blum) is a great resource for sporty daywear that's sophisticated and grownup, yet playful and easy to wear.

MARCOLIANI SOCKS

Marcoliani socks are among the best in the industry, consistently featuring innovative patterns and colors, and the finest yarns in the industry.  Some of the features of the Marcoliani sock:

Pima Cotton - Marcoliani's Pima cottons are an extra-long staple fiber, tightly twisted into a 2-ply yarn and knit with a small amount of Lycra or nylon for stay-put power. The socks are Mercerized (pressed between heat rollers) giving them a subtle gloss and a smooth hand for comfort.

Extrafine Merino Wool - Marcoliani uses only extrafine merinos in their knit goods, meaning that only the thinnest fibers (19.5 microns - similar to a super 100's woven cloth) are used in the yarn. This ensures the yarn contains more fiber than its competitors, and maintains a rich softness without pilling. The wool fibers are laboratory tested for resistance to shrinkage (even in machine dryers) and fading.

Cashmere - The king of all fibers, cashmere is one of the finest fibers available (12-13 microns thick). The cashmere yarns used by Marcoliani are twisted back on themselves in a 2-ply process that makes them twice as thick and twice as sturdy. Like their merino and cotton cousins, cashmere socks are laboratory tested for resistance to fading, however because of their relatively delicate nature, they are best air-dried, and machine washed in cold water.

Come check out the new arrivals for men and women at Butch Blum and see for yourself why Marcoliani makes an incredible sock for everyone!

KENT'S PICK - LBM 1911 JACKET

Jacket - LBM 1911 - $895

These soft jackets by Luigi Bianchi are incredible...perfect for a Seattle guy's wardrobe. They're clothes for a grown-up man - very put together and professional, yet they're not off-puttingly formal. I'd have one in every color if I could! 


Kent Rogers
MTM specialist

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: VARVATOS LINEN HOODIE

Linen hoodie with suede trim - $495

This is a significantly more refined hoodie than the one you got in college. Crafted from an ultra-luxe charcoal linen with a soft, elegant sheen, this piece is piped in jet-black suede.  Wear it with your favorite Varvatos jean, or pair it with a cashmere sport coat and a silk knit necktie for a dressed up, yet modern look.

EASTER CLOSURE

c.1920's Art Deco Easter greeting card

Butch Blum will be closed in observance of Easter holiday Sunday, April 8. See you bright and early Monday morning at 10am!

FROM THE LOOKBOOK: AGAVE CREWNECKS

Supima cotton crews - $145 each

These cotton crewneck shirts are made of Supima cotton from Peru - an long-staple cotton (the longer the cotton fiber, the better quality the yarn) that gives garments a very soft hand with a slight glossy sheen.

We're really impressed with the quality of these garments at these price point, which give some of our best Italian resources some serious competition.

Z ZEGNA S/S 2012 RUNWAY

 A look at the Z Zegna runway for Spring/Summer 2012, and the fabulous textures and fabrics they're showing.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: HERNO JACKET

Jacket by Herno - $995

This Herno jacket is the best color...a wonderful medium grey with a drop of lavender in it, perfect for wearing with a dark charcoal pant without looking too matchy-matchy. Try it out with a pair of dark blue jeans or a light khaki for a springtime look!

CELEBRITY SIGHTING- MEL B IN MARTIN MARGIELA

UK singer Melanie Brown (formerly "Scary Spice" in the Spice Girls) was spotted at the Hunger Games premiere in this Martin Margiela sheath. Not so scary after all - rather chic, don't you think?

FROM THE LOOK BOOK: MIILLA CONVERTIBLE DRESS

Dress - $85...belt - $95

No, your eyes aren't deceiving you - this is the same dress, worn three different ways. A fabulous lightweight jersey (think your favorite yoga outfit, but MUCH more elegant) is draped to perfection.

SPRING LOOK BOOK

Jacket by Martin Margiela - $1795, Dress by Fuzzi - $495

Stay tuned this month as we publish daily ideas from our Spring look-book, featuring all of our favorite designers and a few exclusive Butch Blum finds.

INTRODUCING FRATELLI ROSSETTI

Fratelli Rossetti - $420

Fratelli Rossetti's shoes are an incredible value for their quality. In the world of "designer" shoes, there are few that are hand-lasted, hand-burnished, and hand finished (often involving hand-stitching). There are even fewer that offer all of the above features and maintain a fashion-forward shape, at a competitive price point (Rossetti's shoes are consistently 20-30% lower priced than similar "designer" brands).

Fratelli Rossetti - $385

BUTCH'S PICK - ARMANI BLAZER

Blazer - Giorgio Armani - $2495

"This jacket is a great piece for when spring progresses into summer...it has a wonderful lightness. The silk and linen fabric is an interesting texture, and the soft expression of the shoulder pairs very nicely with the peak lapel."
Butch Blum
Chairman Emeritus