FUN AT THE BUTCH BLUM STAFF PARTY!

Thanks to everyone who came to our annual ButchBlum-stravaganza - we had an excellent time playing horseshoes and scrabble, noshing on Kay Smith-Blum's excellent organic sausage, grilled bread, and the Smith family brisket, which if you ever have the opportunity to sample, will be the best brisket you've ever tried. 

NEW ARRIVALS - SOIXANTE-NEUF

Coated metal - Soixante-neuf - $205

This beautiful necklace by French fashion jewelry designer Soixante-Neuf is an unusual texture - spray coated with a rubber-like paint, it has a cool, soft feel against the skin. The color is a soft beige, almost parchment, which compliments both dressy and casual outfits year-round!

DEAL OF THE DAY - RELWEN SPORT SHORT

Relwen - was $115, now $29

A fun "judo short" for casual relaxation in a super soft material designed to wash and wear forever. This is one of those items you'll reach for whenever you're in lazy mode - the perfect summer vacation short.  Available in a size 36.

DEAL OF THE DAY - CHIARI SUPER 120'S PANT

Chiari - was $245, now $79

This pant is an excellent addition to any business wardrobe - an Italian-woven Super 120's fabric with excellent recovery in a color that goes with just about everything. With today's DEAL OF THE DAY you save nearly 70%!  Available in a size 30.

50-60% MARKDOWNS!

 As a reminder, we are in our 50-60% markdown period! Styles you love at incredible savings, including garments from Blumarine, Giorgio Armani, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Luciano Barbera, Fabiana Filippi, LBM 1911, and much more. Don't wait until it's too late, snag that fabulous deal now!

DEAL OF THE DAY - ASSORTED SUMMER NECKTIES

Asst. Summer neckties - Luciano Barbera, Giorgio Armani, Roda - were $135-195, now  $49 each

We have an excellent selection of summer neckties in fun colors and lightweight materials - see your sales associate for the best and deepest discounts!

DEAL OF THE DAY - MARIE-LAURE CHAMOREL LIBERTY BEADS

Hand-wrapped beads - Marie-Laure Chamorel - were $235, now $99

These beads are SO fun! Each bead is individually hand-wrapped in signature Liberty of London fabric (a world famous mill specializing in gorgeous print fabrics) and spaced on the string with glass and gilt metal beads, finally hand-knotting like a strand of heirloom pearls. It's a lot of work, but the results are terrific and perfect for everything - layer it over your favorite set of chains or wear it doubled over on its own.  Several styles are available - come check out this gorgeous accessory, while they're still here!

DEAL OF THE DAY - ARMANI COTTON DRESS SHIRT

Armani cotton dress shirt - was $395, now $149

This wonderful shirt by Giorgio Armani black label is crafted from a long-staple Italian cotton designed to resist wrinkles and feel soft as silk all day long. Armani's signature 'invisible button-down' collar stands perfectly under a jacket, whether you wear it with a tie or not, and the shallow box-pleats at the shoulder line ensure a comfortable, but not excessively full fit.  Available in sizes 16.5, 17, 18, 18.5, and 19.

DEAL OF THE DAY - OLVI'S APPLIQUE LACE EMPIRE SHIFT

Olvi's - was $1285, now $599

We're kicking off our Summer DEALS OF THE DAY with this charming Olvi's shift dress, perfect for anyone - from a summer bride to a festive party gal. The bodice is a unique French stretch lace that wears equally well off the shoulder (above) or as a cap-sleeve (below), flaring out below the bust to a trapeze silhouette.

CELEBRITY SIGHTING - HUGH JACKMAN IN CITIZENS

"Core" fit in "Frankie" raw finish - Citizens of Humanity - $265

Hugh Jackman was spotted at a screening of his new film "The Wolverine" wearing the "Core" fit from Citizens of Humanity (their classic button-fly slim/straight leg style). We love the look on Mr. Jackman and encourage you to come try a pair - they're brand new for fall and available at Butch Blum in the same wash Mr. Jackman is rocking!

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DEAL OF THE DAY - CANTARELLI SPEZZATO BLAZER

Cantarelli "Planet Jersey" jacket - was $1495, now $499

"Spezzato" is the Italian word for "broken," but it's used to describe a popular style of soft, unlined, unconstructed jacket/pant. These jackets flex beautifully between dress and casual wear because they look terrific with both dressy wool slacks and casual jeans and chinos.  This particular jacket is a GORGEOUS color perfect for fall and for early spring, and even makes a nice outerwear alternative for really nippy days.  It's the DEAL OF THE DAY at $499, a third of its retail price and an excellent investment piece. Available in an IT 46, 52, and 56 (US 36 (xs), 40 (M) and 44 (L-XL)).

NEW ARRIVALS - JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER

Jean-Paul Gaultier - $795

This lightweight merino is to DIE for - ultrasoft, cashmere-like handle with a gorgeous cabbage-rose print.

SUMMERTIME...AND THE LIVIN' IS EASY...

We thought we'd share this terrific photo from clients and friends Wade and Debbie Martin...they needed some hot-weather dressy outfits for a wedding they were attending in the South this July - 90 degrees and 100% humidity - and they got exactly what they needed!

Mr. Martin is dressed in Coppley's Tencel/Linen Made-to-measure suiting, which is designed to provide some of the texture of Linen without looking unkempt. Mrs. Martin is wearing Moschino's stretch cotton broadcloth sheath, and a shawl in featherweight cashmere and silk from Faliero Sarti.

Whether you need a hot-weather outfit like the Martins, or a year-round weight that you'll incorporate into your everyday wardrobe, we are thrilled to help make you look your best in garments you'll love to wear. Be sure you stop in for the last of our Summer Sale, as well as the best custom options available in Seattle, any time of year.

DEAL OF THE DAY - WRK FLANNEL SHIRT

Covered placket flannel shirt - WRK - was $145, now $69

This is a great shirt for a Seattle guy who wants something unusual but but not unwearable. It's a fabulously soft cotton flannel piece-cut in an unusual 2/3rds color-way, with a covered button-placket and sleeve tabs on the side. Available in an XL, this piece is roomy enough to wear over a tee or polo as a light shirt jacket.

MIHYON'S SALE PICK - HUGO BOSS

Boss perforated suede jacket - was $995, now $399

One of the deals in our 60-75% blowout, this cheerful little tangerine jacket is a whole lot of fun for a casual daytime outfit. The sleeves and hem are banded with soft elastic cotton.  Available in a US size 8 (M-L).

JOHN VARVATOS FW 2013

 This season Mr. Varvatos showed a subdued palette of muted neutrals in textural fabrics, including pieces in wool flannel and linen blends in the same show! Varvatos' obsession with tailored basics continues with variations on the blazer and waistcoat theme, often with his signature 12-18 functional buttons.

Check out the latest and greatest from Varvatos, newly arrived in our Pre-Fall selection!

Merino shawl-collar sweater - $525

NEW ARRIVALS - NICKY NECKWEAR

Nicky Cravatte- $185-225

The images above are just six of the fifteen or so new styles we've received today from Nicky Cravatte, a small scale accessories manufacturer that specializes in entirely handmade neckwear, painstakingly crafted from suiting wool, heavy silk jacquard, and knit silk and cashmere. Each necktie is made by a single artisan from start to finish and takes several hours, but you'll notice the difference immediately - these ties are lofty, soft, and extremely pliable.

DEAL OF THE DAY - Z ZEGNA CHALK JEAN

Z Zegna Slim-fit chalk jean - was $335, now $149

 This is one of the better denims we've come across, particularly for a guy who likes a slim fitting pant. The fabric is a 2% Lycra blend for stretch in slightly hefty weight (10+ oz), and the color is a chalky off-white that wears beautifully with fall colors or summer brights.

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CELEBRITY SIGHTING - MILEY CYRUS IN MOSCHINO

Miley Cyrus reminds us here that we don't necessarily need to take fashion too seriously for it to work - she has paired her navy wool Moschino skirt (trimmed with faux pearls) with a punk-rock black leather jacket and booties, taking it out of its preppy Chanelissime territory and making it entirely hers.

DEAL OF THE DAY - HUGO BOSS PUSSY-BOW BLOUSE

Hugo Boss Orange - was $265, now $79

This fabric is so lovely! A crisp white cotton batiste trimmed with traditional tatted lace, it's a refreshingly light and soft way to dress on a hot summer day. The best part is, with its attached (but removable) tie-neck detail, you're all dressed up and ready to go without additional accessories!  Available in a Hugo Boss size 2 (XS-S - this 2 is not severely tailored).