SALE ITEM OF THE DAY: RAG & BONE RAZOR SUITS

Together with the famous Martin Greenfield Clothiers, Rag & Bone produce the very limited "Razor" suits. These items are all hand tailored in the U.S.A. The Razor jacket is a slim, modern cut with narrow sleeves and arm holes. Slightly padded shoulders, single vented, surgeon cuffs, angled besom pockets, canvassed construction. The black sparkle version has a bit of nylon woven into the fabric to create a gorgeous show-stopping luster which varies in intensity depending on the light surrounding you. It really must be seen to believe! 90% wool/10% nylon.

Razor Blazer in Black Sparkle
was $2150.00 now $1506.99
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Razor Trouser in Black Sparkle
was $360 now $253.99
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JEFFREY CAMPBELL SHOES - NEW IN STOCK

We just stocked this nice looking black leather wedge with a zip-up back and its at a really nice price. We don't expect these to stick around long so get them while you can.

$132
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We also have this rad pair on sale. Super soft suede with two strap and buckles on the side. One size remaining!

available size - 43
was $249, now $150.00
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FINAL COUNTDOWN - BUY SWIMWEAR NOW BEFORE IT IS GONE. SERIOUSLY

Trust me... every year this happens. We buy a crazy amounts of swimwear, it ships to Blackbird in January (why????) and then it's sold out by July 4th when Seattle waters are finally warm enough to take a dip. Be warned. This may be your last chance.

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SALE ITEM OF THE DAY: ROGUES GALLERY SMALL LEATHER TOTE

Rogues Gallery - Small Leather Tote
in black
DETAILS: Made from a thick, soft leather with quilted lining. Tough rope straps. One side has three external pockets and the opposite side, one pocket hidden between the leather and lining. Measures approximately 15"W x 15"H x 6.5"D with room to expand.
no longer $418.00, now $293.99
SOLD OUT

Cardboard Cars in Ballard

Forget the dead babies. Saturday night the cardboard cars showed up in Ballard and parked their creations on the street in front of the Ballard Eagles Club stealing the spotlight from the scooter set and moped kids. Cardboard boxes and old bicycles turned Rollaroid (Polaroid with actual flashbulb), baby bassinet, helicopter, cock with glowing eyes, Lego's and more! Got to love that creativity and originality around town.

DECADENT DIPTYQUE FROM PARIS

Blackbird is excited to introduce Diptyque; a fresh fragrance line from Paris that encompasses quality, authenticity, and exclusivity.

In 1961, three friends opened a shop on Boulevard Saint Germain in Paris France called Diptyque. They started with candles, but the line grew to include eau de toilette, scented soaps, body wash, and luxurious body cream, almost all of which are unisex.

The Diptyque fragrances come from the fragrance capital of the world, Grasse, France. It is Diptyque's proudest accomplishment to have never used a synthetic fragrance in developing its products. Whether they are woodsy, spicy, green, floral or fruity, they are all natural and you can tell.

Over time we will feature selected fragrances, body products and candles in detail but for now you can shop all Diptyque products on BlackbirdBallard.com. If there is a product you love but don't see, email us at info@blackbirdballard.com to special order.

Diptyque - Essence of John Galliano
room spray or candle
DETAILS: Diptyque paired up with fashion designer John Galliano to create Essence of John Galliano, a candle and room spray. The subtle, woody scent is reminiscent of smouldering birch wood embers tinted with hints of iris and vanilla musk and ha notes of leather, moss, and myrrh.

candle $68
room spray $60

CAN YOU HANDLE THE WRATH ARCANE

Cleveland designers and friends, Brian O'Neill and Sean Biloveckey, started the street wear line Wrath Arcane in 2006. The collection demonstrates a minimalist approach to contemporary menswear.

These 100% cotton hoodies are made in the USA. The Quarter Hoodie (left) features a button neck and side pockets and the Hidden Placket Hoodie (right) features a button front closure and side pockets.

Wrath Arcane - Quarter Hoodie
in black slub terry
$132

Wrath Arcane - Hidden Placket Hoodie
in black slub terry
$180

These three quarter length sleeve 100% cotton shirts were made in the USA. The Spring Henley features a front breast pocket with asymmetrical button closure and a double hem at neckline. The center seam and textured cotton makes these shirts stand out in a crowd - in a good way.

Wrath Arcane - Spring Henley
in black and olive
$116

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ROGAN TUNNEL PANT on SALE

Rogan - Tunnel Pant (these are denim jeans)
in flavin (this means dark inky blue)
DETAILS: 100% cotton, narrow leg trouser style jeans. Classic front trouser pockets and deep back pockets. Button fly with thin metal buttons. "Motion sensitive knee construction" (dart at back of knee which allows for a greater range of motion). These jeans fit slim in the knee and thigh.
$276.00 $165.99 USD
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COMME des GARCONS - TARTAN COIN HOLDER on SALE

Comme des Garcons - Tartan Coin Holder
in blue green yellow an white plaid (maybe a little red)
DETAILS: This wallet was made in Spain with a tartan wool exterior and leather lining. The gold three sided zipper has a leather pull tab and opens the wallet up fully to expose a general area held together with small gussets along the zip; this keeps the coins from falling out.

$108 now $65.99
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ANOTHER HAPPY GITMAN VINTAGE CUSTOMER

Blackbird customer Brian Pepin wearing Gitman Vintage at Gasworks Park last week. He and the sky called each other up the night before to coordinate outfits.

WRATH ARCANE - SKELETON HOODIE

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CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE THIRD KIND

ART: NUDES by JOEY BATES, THE LINE KING

Joey Bates
"Nudes - 10 new works made of cut paper and graphite"
July 1st through July 31st - Opening Reception Juy 2nd 6-8pm
Zeitgeist - 171 S. Jackson Seattle, WA 98104

(click on this to see the continuous line details. outstanding!)

Statement:
"Nudes" is comprised of two different experiments.
Last year I started incorporating cut paper into my artwork. The five cut out nudes seen in this show are studies of the human form (technically one human). Care was taken in the formal aspects of the pictures while working in a medium I am just beginning to work with.
The five graphite drawings presented here are step away from my previous work. For the past five years I have been focusing on portraiture with an emphasis on facial expression. For this show I have asked the sitters to disrobe and relax as many facial muscles as possible. The results are a series of studies of the upper torso and head. I have found that there is a large difference in our faces when we let go of facial expressions and are not communicating with on another.

NEW LAD MUSICIAN ONLINE

These items from Lad Musician have been available in-store for a few weeks now but are now finally available through BlackbirdBallard.com.

For this season our order was more focused on tailored goods, a category which Lad Musician does like few others. In Japan Lad Musician has become one of the go-to brands for slimmer guys looking for a cool, modern look with very high-quality construction and materials. We sold out immediately of a suit that came in with the shipment and these other items have been becoming very popular as well.

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For the items not yet available online, stop by the store to see the other items we have available; print t-shirts [including graphics relating to minimalist artist Donald Judd, the main influence of this collection], simply canvas bags, and some very cool spike bracelets.

KNOCK OUT NAILS

The newest thing Birgitta girls cannot live without:
Knock Out - a new line of nail polish where art deco meets ultimate rock chic.

Mike Porter and Aaron McCann, creators of KO, have put out a unique matte finish polish for the rebel in all of us. You can get a long-lasting no-shine look by just painting on one coat, or, once dry, you can buff it to a luscious satin sheen. The sophisticated polish goes on smooth, like matte lipstick from the 40s, and the longer it is worn, the more each shade changes into a glossy patina. If you are looking to stand out in the crowd, look no further. Formaldehyde, DBP (Dibutyl Phthalate - a toxic chemical), and cruelty free. Available in flat black, powder, liberty, calamine, flatte top, ox, and karen [shown above].
$22
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THE HILL-SIDE HAS ARRIVED

Our first shipment of the long anticipated Hill-Side ties has arrived. Brothers Emil and Sandy Corsillo's American workwear ties are handcrafted in the United States with the best quality selvedge denim sourced from Japan. The Hill-Side name comes from Hillside Ave., the street the brothers grew up on in Connecticut, which makes the collection truly authentic Americana.

Selvedge Indigo Denim
55% Hemp 45% Cotton
Origin Japan, Made in NYC
$87

Selvedge Chambray
100% Cotton
Origin Japan, Made in NYC
$87

Selvedge Chino in khaki
100% Cotton Twill
Origin Japan, Made in NYC
$80

Wax and Oil Treated Canvas in dark tan
100% Cotton
Origin New Jersey, Made in NYC
$80

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SPRING HALF-YEARLY SALE 30% - 60% OFF!

It's time for our Spring Half-Yearly Sale where we begin to mark down this seasons goods to make room for our fall inventory. The sale starts June 24th. Get there early to grab your favorites in your sizes. If you can't stop by the store, shop online for the sale as well. It takes some time on our end to get everything marked down online so check back often as things continue to get marked down over the next few days.

SHOW OF THE WEEK: RECAP

We found this little guy in a hidden corner of the underground event center. I wonder if some witch turned him to stone for being a bad boy.


Zack, Nate, and Amy waiting for the Fresh and Onlys to hit the stage

The house was PACKED!

The Fresh and Onlys- Fog Machine

More lo-fi videos from this show and past "show of the week" shows here
See you next week!

DAD

Happy Father's Day

SALE: JACKETS AND COATS

(Dennis Rittson's Bushwalking Photos -- Kosciuszko National Park, NSW, Australia, Nov 1980)

Fall/Winter 2009 collections are already arriving at the store which may come as a surprise to some due to the recent heatwave we had experienced in Seattle. With the arrival of these heavier clothes in mind, we have been digging through our back-stock and falling in love again with great outerwear from the last Fall/Winter season. We still have some choice sizes available and they have been marked down to a price now a bit more easily digestible than the brand new stuff arriving. Although perhaps hard to get into the mindset, now is a great time to begin thinking about what you will be wearing as the temperatures begin dropping in the fall time. Or, if you are reading from Southern Hemisphere, you might be in need of some warmth in the much nearer future. Either way, we are here for you.

The below prices are available only through e-mail or phone order (866 500-2524). If you do not see your size listed, then it is unfortunately sold out. All items are sold as-is and are non-returnable.

Coming Soon - Felted Wool Trench
in navy
DETAILS: Medium weight felted wool double breasted trench. Notched peak lapels. Flap pockets at waist. Partially cotton lined with fully taped seams. three interior pockets. Sleeves lined with viscose. 73% wool, 20% nylon, 3% cotton.
sizes: 46, 48, 50, 52, 54
was $886, now $443.99


Coming Soon - Cotton Trench
in olive
DETAILS: Medium weight brushed cotton trench. The fabric has a slightly wrinkled look which, combined with the lean cut of the coat, creates a very rugged atmosphere. Military style pocket at left bicep. Deep, generous single welt front pockets. Center front hidden button placket opens to secret pocket at chest. Partially lined with fully taped seams. Three interior pockets. 15" vent at center back hem. 100% Cotton. Made in Italy.
sizes: 48, 50, 52, 54
was $752, now $376.99


Coming Soon - Coated Cotton Anorak
in black
DETAILS: Nylon coated cotton, fishtail mod's coat with hood. Adjustable interior drawstrings at waistband, hood and hem. Jacket closes with a two-way zipper and snaps on placket. Front flap pockets with snap closure at waist. Single welted vertical pocket at right chest. Partially cotton lined interior with taped seams. Single interior pocket at left chest. 70% Cotton, 21% acrylic, 9% polyurethane.
sizes: 46, 50
was $752, now $376.99


Robert Geller - Flight Jacket
in black
DETAILS: Slim fitting jacket. Heavy quilted removable body lining which extends slightly below the hem of the jacket. Thick knit high collar and hems. Knit panel at shoulder. Sealed double zipper. 100% cotton outer with 100% polyester lining. Made in Japan.
sizes: 50
was $810, now $405.99


Robert Geller - Toggle Parka
in black
DETAILS: Fully lined fishtail parka with toggle and double-zip closure. Military pocket-detail on left-hand sleeve. Two side pockets and one hidden interior zip-closure pocket. 100% cotton outer with thick padded 100% polyester lining through the body and arms. Made in Japan.
sizes: 46
was $835, now $417.99


Robert Geller - Field Jacket
in black
DETAILS: M65-style jacket made from a thick, heavyweight felted wool material. Double-zip and snap closure. Four front snap-down pockets and one internal zip-closure pocket. Epaulet detail at shoulder. Ribbed cuffs. 90% wool/10% nylon outer with 100% polyester lining. Made in Japan.
sizes: 48
was $880, now $440.99


Opening Ceremony - Reversible Overcoat
in gray/natural white
DETAILS: Wool/twill reversible single breasted over coat. One side is a woolly Glen Plaid from the Woolrich Woolenmills. Reversed side is an off white twill. Both sides have two single-welt angled pockets at waist. 97% cotton 3% elastaine, 100% wool. Made in the U.S.A.
sizes: L
was $588, now $294.99


Rogues Gallery - Life Boat Jacket
in black
DETAILS: Linen/ cotton jacket with 100% cotton lining. Zipper and button closure along center front. Zipper pocket along collar opens to allows access to a hood.
sizes: S, M, L, XL
was $450, now $225.99