FROM THE LOOK BOOK - MARGIELA SCARF-TANK DRESS

Maison Martin Margiela - Tank dress with scarf detail - $745

The opportunities for a simple tank-dress like this on its own are endless, so imagine how we felt when we saw the cool scarf/shawl detail attached to the neckline.  Made of an ultra-soft ribbed cotton, it's great on its own - as shown - or layered over a long sleeve tee.  How would you wear it? 

NEW ARRIVALS FROM TRANSIT

Long knit DB coat - Transit - $1025

New arrivals from perennial favorite Transit-Par Such have just arrived on our women's floor...a profusion of Transit's signature washed, boiled wools and innovative jersey/open knit combinations, as well as unique print chiffon blouses are available in every size. Transit...A collection that is at once trend-right and classic, perfect for a woman who loves casual luxury and a sense of rugged fun.

NEW BELTS BY BERGE

Belt by Berge - $145

These belts are so cool...featuring Berge's signature adjustable length, and trimmed with vivid blue stitching and edge finish, it's a great way to add a subtle dash of color to your outfit.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - MARGIELA CAPE-DRESS

Martin Margiela caped sweater-dress - $1035

 Maison Martin Margiela demonstrate their innovative skills in this terrific knit dress. Wear the attached cape/shawl so many different ways, and show off the cool pop of brick against the eggplant colored body. The fabric is an ultrafine merino...never itchy, and always silky soft and warm. Perfect for Seattle's changeable weather! 

CELEBRITY SIGHTING - DITA VON TEESE IN CRUCIANI BRACELETS

The Cruciani Bracelet (seen here on the lovely Ms. Von Teese) is a rapidly growing trend around the world, and we are pleased to be able to offer them exclusively in Seattle at Butch Blum! Essentially a small piece of lace, these intricate pieces of needlework are beautiful on their own or layered with each other for a multicolor look.  

Cruciani bracelets - $10 each - assorted colors and styles

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - MARGIELA DOUBLE-FACE POLO

Double-faced knit cotton polo - Martin Margiela - $595

Maison Martin Margiela has a habit of using the best of the best for their products - a habit we heartily approve of. This sweater is the case in point - a 100% cotton double-knit polo that has the touch and weight of cashmere. It takes super-long, "Sea Island" cotton fibers to make a yarn this sumptuous, but when you feel the final product, it's so worth it.

MOMENTS FROM THE LUCIANO BARBERA TRUNK SHOW

Nibbles from Il Terrazo Carmine

Three Luciano Barbera guest stars

Michal having an animated discussion with the Bardells

Mihyon and two friends examining a jacket

Butch preparing to taste a glass of Almquist 

Kent, ensuring a perfect fit

Royal's client sure looks pleased with this Barbera sample

Almquist Family Vintners "Dolcetto" 

Michal Sestak - the Barbera guy - showing an unlined sport coat

Kay showing the ladies collection

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR LB SCARF WINNERS

Congratulations to John Patrick Murphy and Sharon Hunnefeld - the winners of the two fabulous Luciano Barbera scarves. Wear them in good health, with love from Butch Blum!

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - CIVIDINI KNIT COAT

Quilted knit coat - Cividini - $2185

The ultimate in body-friendly style, this knit coat by Cividini hugs your curves in all the right places while providing a cosy warm softness. Made of fine gauge knit cashmere, it's got the handfeel of a sweater, with the protection of a much heavier coat.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - ARMANI OUTERWEAR

Goosedown outerwear jacket - Giorgio Armani - $1995

"Vero Piuma d'Oca" - proudly reads the tag on the inside of this coat. Translated, it means real goose-down, and it's a terrific marriage of natural materials with the latest technology in artificial fibers. The poly/viscose outer is weatherproof, and finished with a decorative - but not obnoxious - trapunto stitching.

SCARVES BY BLUI

Scarves by Blui - $345 each

Innovative, colorful screen prints cover these incredible silk jersey scarves by Blui, an exclusive here at Butch Blum. Check out some of our other beautiful designs for the season, in store now.

FROM THE LOOK BOOK - OYUNA

Handknit asymmetrical cardigan - Oyuna - $1595

Sensual and spirited. Luxurious and wearable. Oyuna creates a truly contemporary cashmere wardrobe for women, available exclusively in Seattle at Butch Blum. 

THIS WEEKEND - BARBERA TRUNK SHOW

Today and tomorrow (August 24 and 25), Luciano Barbera will be hosting a Trunk Show for men and women. Presenting Italy's finest luxury fabrics - in today's modern yet timeless styles - Barbera family envoy Michel Sestak will be in store to assist you in your selections for Holiday 2012 and Spring 2013 preview. Made to measure will be available along with ready to wear.

TONIGHT from 4-6pm, we are hosting a special wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres function, with small bites from Il Terrazo Carmine, and wines from Almquist Family Vintners.  There will also be an opportunity tomorrow evening to win one of two styles of Luciano Barbera's beautiful cashmere and silk scarves. 

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WIN A LUCIANO BARBERA SCARF

Scarf styles available to win

This just in! As part of the Luciano Barbera trunk show on Friday (August 24), we are going to have a special drawing for one of two styles of Luciano Barbera's exquisite cashmere and silk blend scarves. These styles are perfect for him or for her, and are soft and cosy for Seattle's changeable weather.

To be eligible to win one of these gorgeous scarves, you need only to be present during the party - from 4-6pm at the store, this Friday (August 24). See you there, and good luck!

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CELEBRITY SIGHTING - HEIDI KLUM IN SUZI ROHER

In a recent episode of Project Runway, host Heidi Klum wore a belt from one of our new favorite accessory providers - Suzi Roher! Suzi Roher's belts are terrific for simple styles from Martin Margiela et al, and have a soft, natural stretch to shape even tricky bodies - obviously not a problem for Heidi "The Body" Klum, but a definite asset for most!

NEW ARRIVALS - BIELLA COLLEZIONI

Biella Collezioni - $1265

The fabric on this tunic dress is so unusual - an incredibly soft silk chiffon that has been embroidered over with a small, textural pattern. The embroidery is thorough, and the effect is completely three-dimensional, but it doesn't add a lot of weight to the fabric. As a finishing touch, an additional 5-6" of unembroidered chiffon is added to the skirt as a trim detail.

Z ZEGNA CONVERTIBLE OUTERWEAR

Outerwear jacket - Z Zegna - $965

This feather-light coat by Z Zegna has a zip-out quilted lining, which makes it the perfect coat to wear during the first drizzles of fall, and easy to winterize when the weather turns a little uglier. The zipper is rubberized for extra waterproofing - nothing is getting through this baby!

(detail of zip-out lining)

NEW ARRIVALS - LUCIANO BARBERA LEATHER

Leather jacket - Luciano Barbera - $2295

Crafted from an incredibly soft Italian calfskin (get a good look at this hide in the store, it's flawless!) and featuring interesting details like reverse bellows pleats on the double breast-pockets, this jacket is a forever piece that will add that special sophistication to your casual wardrobe.

For more incredible selections from Luciano Barbera, visit us this Friday and Saturday - August 24 and 25 - for our Luciano Barbera trunk show.

BLUMARINE FW 2012 VIDEO

New arrivals from Blumarine are coming in daily! Check out their runway presentation, which mixes classic Italian luxury with a hip-hop sensibility. For "...that brand of Italian miss, for whom no skirt is too short, nor diamond too big."

SANTONI FALL PREVIEW

"Slate" by Santoni - $595

Featuring a rugged 'lug' sole and a round, sneaker-style toe, this boot effectively crosses a wingtip, a sneaker, and a hiking boot for a modern style that's effortlessly cool. Look for this and more styles from legendary Italian shoemaker Santoni, coming to Butch Blum for Fall/Winter 2012!

Interested in this style? Let us know your size and we'll be happy to give you a call when it arrives.