PRO TIP - TRY TEAL THIS SPRING

In both photos: Teal button-front shirt - Culturata - $195
Cashmere/Linen cardigan - Inis Meain - $695
Stone bedford cotton pant - Hiltl - $255

This season, variations on teal in both dark and light shades, are extremely important - and with good reason. Teal has a similar wearability to traditional French and China blue shirts, but has a certain electric quality that is flattering for any skin tone.

Wear it casually or pair it with your favorite suit in the same ways you'd wear a similar light blue - you'll be amazed how cool you look.

Light tan mohair blend suit - Armani - $1995
Silk tie - Armani - $195
Pochette- Emme Effe - $55

INTRODUCING BB'S CURATED COLLECTION - SPRING 2014

THE TECH GEEK

It’s all ones and zeroes nowadays, isn't it? Take this exquisite blue leather jacket from Gimos ($1995), the craftspeople from Padua who for 50 years have been doing one (1) thing and one thing only: fashioning exquisite leather into contemporary styles that combine elegance, practicality and just enough flash. We've always raved about the technical aspects of Culturata shirts. The fabric is not dyed, the yarn that makes the fabric is dyed. A little bit meta? Well, if you consider impeccably fitting softness meta…not to mention the Cortigiani zip mock ($575)

Anyway, wear your hot new shirt ($215) with a cool new Nicky tie ($195), and jeans by Citizens of Humanity ($265), the company that wrote the code for designer denim. And, should an admirer be overcome and commence ripping them off, we’re here for you. We’ll find you another pair. 

How many reasons can you come up with not to own this entire look? Zero - that’s what we’re thinking.

50% SALE!

This  weekend - starting today - begins our blowout 50% off sale. Find excellent new sale choices including new shipments from Culturata, Gardeur, Majestic and more all at 50% off.

You'll also find a fun selection from our treasure-trove downstairs- bits and pieces we've collected for displays, furnishings, and more, like this terrific basket of fabrics:

Hurry in to find the best selections in your size while the getting is good! 

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY - CULTURATA

Founded in 2008, Culturata is one of our favorite vendors; a shirt that is Made In Italy of Italian fabrics - often organic cottons - and rarely retailing for over $195.  Compared to "Designer" products featured elsewhere composed of similar fabrics and constructed in eastern Europe, which retail for $295+, this company is an outstanding value.

Culturata always features an ecologically minded construction, which is surprisingly rare in the fashion industry. Dying and printing can consume vast amounts of water and chemicals, and release pollutants into local atmosphere and water tables. Culturata only works with textile manufacturers committed to earth-friendly production, and never outsources its construction, choosing to make all of its outstanding clothing in Italy.

Come check out the huge collection of sport and dress shirts at Butch Blum, available in trend-right styling for a young professional's budget.

NEW ARRIVALS - CULTURATA SPORT SHIRTS

Assorted styles by Culturata - $195-225

The latest from Italian shirtmaker Culturata are on the shelf- 120's and 140's staples of cotton from the best mills in Italy. Easily the most attractive feature of the Culturata product, these fabrics are literally identical to the fabrics used by major Italian designers like Gucci, Zegna, and more - but retail for $100-150 less.

CULTURATA DOUBLE-FACED SHIRTS

All shirts by Culturata - $195

With Culturata's incredible double-faced shirts (with 140's cotton fabrics sourced from Cotonificio Albini), you get an incredibly soft, wrinkle resistant dress shirt, one that wears beautifully as a casual sport shirt...Because the fabric is double-faced, when the sleeve is rolled up you get a pop of fun color, as well as a small amount on the inside of the collar.

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8 REASONS TO WEAR CULTURATA SHIRTS

Culturata sport shirts - $195

One of our favorite products, Culturata shirts are entirely made in Italy of Italian-produced fabrics. Here's 8 more reasons to love these incredible shirts!

1. Prove you're not boring in the office with fun patterns
2. Show your body- Culturata shirts are very well tailored
3. You're allergic to wool (Culturata shirts are made out of 100% cotton)
4. When in Rome... Culturata shirts are made in Rome, Italy
5. You deserve single needle construction - they hold up so much nicer
6. Your other shirts are out of style - no more box pleats, please!
7. You can't get the lipstick stains out of your other shirt collars
8. They're made of the same fabrics you find at Gucci, Zegna et al, but are at least $100 less expensive.

39TH ANNIVERSARY CATALOGUE

Left: Cardigan, top and skirt by Blumarine, $765, $225, and $555.
Right: Shirt by Culturata, $195...Jacket by LBM 1911, $875. Pocket square by Pacific Silk - $65

Fall's eclectic mix arrives just in time to coincide with our 39th anniversary, a mix of classic silhouettes and brand new ideas, each in our signature Butch Blum taste. Find intense deep fall colors like garnet, forest, plum, charcoal, and midnight, as well as exciting takes on classic neutrals.  Fabrics take on stronger textures, whether it be the feathery softness of pure cashmere, or the satisfying crunch of worsted wool.

Stop by and see why Butch Blum has been a fashion favorite for 39 wonderful years!

NEW MARKDOWNS FROM CULTURATA

Assorted styles from Culturata - were $195-225 each, now $145-170

We just recieved a huge shipment of styles from Culturata - over a dozen new colors/patterns each in 5-7 sizes per style - which we've marked down an instant 25%! Find everything from dressy solids and micro-checks to bold, fun madras plaids - in linen and in cotton.

DEAL OF THE DAY - NARROW NECKTIES

Ties from Roda, Culturata, and Armani - were $135-225, now $49

In addition to our exciting new arrivals for Spring, we also have a terrific selection of DEAL OF THE DAY ties - particularly in a modern, narrower width. These particular widths are excellent - no wider than 3" and no narrower than 2.5" - perfect for any size shirt collar or lapel, and less sensitive to trend than very wide or very skinny ties. At $49 each, pick up a couple - you'll thank us!

MANNEQUIN MOMENT - DRESSED FOR A PARTY

Tie - Carrot and Gibbs - $65...Shirt - Culturata - $195
Cardigan - PYA - $195...Pant - Armani Black Label - $895

The mannequin sitting among the socks is dressed for a fun holiday party , in a salt-and-pepper Armani wool pant, crisp Culturata white dress shirt, lightweight PYA merino cardigan, and of course a festive bow tie!

NEW SHIPMENTS - CULTURATA

We just got in a HUGE shipment from the master shirtmakers at Culturata! Fans know Culturata's product for their modern fits and impeccable finish, as well as the exciting selection of fabric from premium mills like Thomas Mason and Cotonificio Albini. We love Culturata for their incredible value - their shirts are entirely Italian-made and always priced in the $195-225 range, but compare favorably with "designer" shirts that retail for $295+. Come see the latest, and you'll be a Culturata fan too.

CULTURATA FALL SPORT SHIRTS

 Assorted Culturata sport shirts - $185-225

Culturata shirts are 100% made in Italy, from Italian cottons (proudly featuring cottons from Thomas Mason, Testa, Loro Piana, and more), and feature a hip but not too trendy short collar style. The Culturata sport shirt is also one of the best values in its class - similar shirts bearing upper eschelon labels (Gucci, Zegna, etc) are generally made in Eastern Europe or Tunisia, at $250-395 price points.

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 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.

MEN'S LAYDOWN - CASUAL YET DRESSY

Jacket - Isaiah Ciarrai - $475...Shirt - Culturata - $195...Vest - Rosso Puro - $350
Tie - Roda - $165...Square - Trovare - $65...Pant - Ivory by Incotex - $295...Shoe - Martin Dingman - $275

Dressing better than you have to doesn't necessarily mean being uncomfortable! Butch Blum has many options that read dressy, but are as easy to wear as your PJs. We have terrific wool and cotton knitted sport coat options that are cut & sewn into casual styles. No rule that a wool pant can't be soft and comfy - try a 5 pocket style.

FALL SHIRTING FROM CULTURATA

Assorted shirts by Culturata - $195 each

Stop on by and check out our new selection of Culturata sport and dress shirts, made in Italy of Italian-woven fabrics (Thomas Mason, Albini, et al) and retailing for an incredibly competitive price (Similar "Italian" brands feature similar fabrics but are made in Turkey and retail for 25-30% more).

FALL LOOK BOOK - FALL SHIRTS

Left: Culturata - $195
Right: Poggianti - $275

Our dressy sport shirts are always a hit - looks that are terrific open collared with jeans, or dressed up under a casual sport coat with a knit necktie.  We currently have some wonderful looks by Culturata in classic stripes, innovative checks, and fun polka dots. Look for rich, beautiful shirts later this season from Poggianti in wild, but tasteful patterns.

New ARRIVALS - CULTURATA

New arrivals by Culturata - were $175-195, now $123-137

TERRIFIC is the only word to describe these fabulous shirts by Italian manufacturer Culturata. Made of sustainable, organic materials and woven in exciting patterns and colors, we are proud to feature these in our spring selection. Hmmm...'Fabulous,' 'Sustainable,' and 'exciting'...guess that's three more words to describe these by!

UPDATE! As part of our spring/summer sale, Culturata dress and sport shirts are now 30% off! Hurry in while we still have a great selection. 

BLUE SKIES SMILING AT ME...

Jacket - Coppley - $895...Shirt and tie - Culturata - $195, $105

Pant - Martin Margiela - $795...Shoe - Donald J. Pliner - $295