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SUPPORT JAPAN: 40% OFF JAPANESE BRANDS + 10% OF SALES WILL BE DONATED TO THE RED CROSS 4/1-4/5

In support of our friends and visionaries in Japan we are marking all of our Japanese product down 40% from their original price* in store and online from Friday 4/1- 4/5. We will be donating 10% of the sales from this directly to the efforts in Japan. We also urge you to donate in any other way you can, every little bit helps.
Brands limited to:
Julius
Lad Musician
N.Hoolywood
Diet Butcher Slim Skin
Patrick Stephan

*some restrictions apply

DESIGNER SALE UPDATE: 2ND MARKDOWNS IN EFFECT!

Good news, bargain hunters. The second round of Designer Sale markdowns is on now!


Click here to shop the Designer Sale section on BlackbirdBallard.com or visit Blackbird in Ballard this weekend. Hurry before the best styles and common sizes are gone!

N. HOOLYWOOD SUITS RETURN: INTRODUCING THE COMPILE SPRING/SUMMER 2010 COLLECTION

N. Hoolywood returns triumphantly to Blackbird for Spring 2010 with their Compile line's now infamously over-considered suiting, plus three of their perfectly fitted dress shirts, and the softest, most lightweight terrycloth sweatshirt you'll ever wear.

Many of you will recall the almost-custom refined fit of Compile's tailoring and the overwhelming amount of thoughtful details to discover when you see these garments up close. For Spring/Summer 2010, they're at it again. The shirts and jackets are cut with high but functional armholes, slim sleeves, and a perfect-off-the-rack tailored torso that leaves almost nothing to be desired, and the trousers are modern, clean, and fitted to complement them impeccably. Needless to say, if you're a trim guy who struggles to find a suit that doesn't need an all over two inches of taking in before it's ready to be worn (even if you're shopping high end), this is the slim mod cut that will absolutely work for you.

Due to our contract with N. Hoolywood, we're not able to offer our online customers a click-to-buy option for these pieces, but we are able to take orders via telephone (866.500.2524) and email (info@blackbirdballard.com), and can accept payment using major credit cards or Paypal. If you have further questions, please feel free to contact us, but don't delay - core sizes will sell out at the store as soon as guys start trying things on (yes, gang, the fits are that crazy good). Give us a shout today, and if you're in the neighborhood, stop by to get a first shot at the goods!

N. Hoolywood - Compile Line Wool Suit
in black check
BLAZER DETAILS: 100% wool modern cut suit jacket with notch lapels fitted with button loop detail (perfect for fixing a boutonnier in), two button front closure with hidden reversed third button option, built in pocket square in single chest pocket, dual front flap pockets, working cuff button closure, double vented back, interior chest pocket, and individually labeled poly/cupro lining panels. Made in Japan.
TROUSER DETAILS: 100% wool mid-rise flat front trousers with hook-and-eye and interior button closure, YKK zip fly, steep vertical slant front pockets, double welt back pockets (The left features a button closure. The right does not, but it does have a subtly protruding removable black N. Hoolywood tag.), 2/3 length poly lining, and long unfinished leg openings suitable for tailoring. Made in Japan
$1532

N. Hooly wood - NHD105-050 Compile Line Shirt
in white
DETAILS: 80% cotton, 10% ramie, 10% linen textured lightweight fitted long sleeve dress shirt with slim point collar, lightly curved simple rear shoulder yoke, faint military style N. Hoolywood item stamp on the front left shoulder, slim white buttons, and button closure cuff with cuff link opening. Made in Japan.
$269

N. Hoolywood - Compile Line Sweat
in gray heather
DETAILS: 100% cotton ultra-lightweight loose crew neck sweatshirt with slim sleeves, comfortable fit torso, and thin cuffs. Made in Japan.
$230

N. Hoolywood - Compile Line Suit
in black
BLAZER DETAILS: 84% wool, 16% mohair modern cut suit jacket with notch lapels fitted with button loop detail (perfect for fixing a boutonnier in), two button front closure with hidden reversed third button option, built in pocket square in single chest pocket, dual front flap pockets, working cuff button closure, double vented back, interior chest pocket, and individually labeled poly/cupro lining panels. Made in Japan.
TROUSER DETAILS: 84% wool, 16% mohair mid-rise flat front trousers with hook-and-eye and interior button closure, YKK zip fly, steep vertical slant front pockets, double welt back pockets (The left features a button closure. The right does not, but it does have a subtly protruding removable black N. Hoolywood tag.), 2/3 length poly lining, and long unfinished leg openings suitable for tailoring. Made in Japan
$1500

N. Hoolywood - NHD10S-044 Compile Line Shirt
in dark gray
DETAILS: 95% cotton, 5% ramie fitted long sleeve dress shirt with slim point collar, lightly curved simple rear shoulder yoke, "N1/2M" logo embroidery on front left hand side just above the waistline, nacre (mother of pearl) buttons, and removable cuff link style two-way button cuff closure (also suitable for your own cuff links). Made in Japan.
$307

N. Hooly wood - NHD105-050 Compile Line Shirt
in gray
DETAILS: 80% cotton, 10% ramie, 10% linen textured lightweight fitted long sleeve dress shirt with slim point collar, lightly curved simple rear shoulder yoke, faint military style N. Hoolywood item stamp on the front left shoulder, slim white buttons, and button closure cuff with cuff link opening. Made in Japan.
$269

Again, email us at info@blackbirdballard.com or call 866.500.2524 with questions or to place an order. Talk to you soon, guys.

NEW N. HOOLYWOOD UNDER SUMMIT WEAR ARRIVALS

As mentioned a couple weeks back in this post, we have received a new shipment of lovely basics from Under Summit Wear by N. Hoolywood. We have finally gotten a chance to photograph these items so please see below for details. We have also received re-stocks and some larger sizes of popular styles available previously. Below is also a full stock list of what is available at this moment.

Please see this post for the full rundown on N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear as a brand; the details, packaging, idea, and details on items from the first shipment.

PLEASE NOTE: These items are not available through BlackbirdBallard.com. Please e-mail or call (866 500-2524) to order.


CURRENTLY AVAILABLE (note: If the item is not shown in the below photos, please see this post for details)
1 RCH V-Neck T-Shirt/white - sizes 36, 38, 40
1 RCH V-Neck T-Shirt/t.gray - sizes 36, 38
2 RCH Crew Neck T-Shirt/t.gray - sizes 36, 38, 40, 42
3 RCH Tank Top/t.gray - sizes 36, 38, 40, 42
5 RCH Crew Neck Long-Sleeve/charcoal - sizes 36, 38
6 RCH High Gauge Wool Knit/black - sizes 36, 38, 40
9 RCH Socks x 3/black, off-white, gray - one size
12 RCH Sweatshirt/r.gray - sizes 38, 40, 42


N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 10 RCH High-Gauge Knit
in t.gray
DETAILS: Long-sleeve light-weight knit. Although this is 100% cotton, this style was modeled after early 1900s wool knit underwear. It is made from a terribly soft cotton knit which can be worn either as an under layer or alone as a sweater. The doubled weave around the hem and lighter weave along shoulder line emphasize the look of authentic old-fashioned knitwear. Made in Japan from 100% cotton. See 6RCH High Gauge Knit in previous post for super soft wool version.
sizes: 36, 38, 40
$332


N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 2 RCH Crew-Neck T-Shirt
in black
DETAILS: Slim-fitting basic crew neck t-shirt. The cut and styling is minimal but subtle details can be found all over. The chest pocket features an inner "invisible" separated pocket which can be used for the wearer's individual preference; in particular it was made perfect for cigarettes in the main pocket and lighter next to it. The neckline is shaped to allow for comfort; not too loose while not being suffocatingly tight. Made in Japan from super soft 100% cotton.
sizes: 36, 38, 40, 42
$168


N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 8 RCH Trunks 2-Pack
in black/t.gray [two pairs]
DETAILS: Set of two old fashion trunks made from a high-quality cotton with subtle details all over. The elastic waistband stretches comfortably to fit the body but other than that portion, these are made from a super soft cotton with no tags or anything else extra on the inside portion. The fly is secured with really beautiful buttons and they have a single back pocket. Aside from simply looking classy, the piping along the sides and hems is meant as a shirting detail which helps control stretch. 100% cotton. Made in Japan.
sizes: 36, 38, 40
$174

N. HOOLYWOOD UNDER SUMMIT WEAR ARRIVALS

We have received a shipment of lovely, lovely basics and under garments from the Under Summit Wear line by Japan's N. Hoolywood. This shipment includes re-stocks of popular styles, larger sizes, and some new goodies that we are already admiring. If you are unfamiliar with the brand, please click here for an introduction to N. Hoolywood and here for an introduction to the Under Summit Wear Line.

One of the items that we are really liking are these cute old-fashiony 100% cotton trunks/underwear. These come as a 2-pack (one pair heathered gray, one pair black) and, as with all USW items, come packaged in a custom box. They have an elastic waist band but the rest of the garment is made from a super soft cotton with no tags or anything else extra on the inside portion. The fly is secured with really beautiful buttons and they have a single back pocket. We love it!


Stay tuned for more details on all of the items which have come in.

N. HOOLYWOOD UNDER SUMMIT WEAR


INTRODUCTION
Under Summit Wear is one of three lines produced by Japan's N. Hoolywood, specializing in high quality basics and undergarments. The brand's concept was designed around the idea of standards that all men should have readily available in their wardrobe. Each item comes packaged in a heavy custom box, making them a perfect gift idea. From the boxes to the high quality materials and comfortable, slimming fits, every element of this line hints at perfectly subdued luxury. All items are designed to be unisex, fitting a number of different body types. See this earlier post for further introduction to the world of N. Hoolywood.

These items are not sold on the webstore, so please e-mail or call (1 866 500-2524) to place your order.


THE BOXES

One of the first things you notice about Under Summit Wear are the heavy-duty storage boxes. The boxes are all custom made/assembled for each garment and it really sets the mood for the whole line, giving it a very hand-made and old-timey feel. As mentioned above, the boxes make the line a very easily "giftable" choice, making even very simple t-shirts into very special item which anyone will love to receive.


THE DETAILS
The details are really where N. Hoolywood excels time and time again in all of its lines and garments. Each style has its own subtle details but there are also a few major ones which you will notice each style sharing.


Instead of side seams, the garments are sewn tubular with only the center seam showing. This is one of those special subtle details that really helps to set Under Summit Wear apart from anything else.


N. Hoolywood's signature tag is double sided and folds over the back neckline of the garment, sticking up very slightly. A vintage detail which, once again, adds to that special hand-made feeling of the entire line.


THE FIT
Another part of the beauty in the line is how nicely it fits! Tons of work has been put into the pattern-making so that the sizes sit comfortably on many different body types. When specific styles fit more snugly, you will often find that the fabric is woven with a little bit more "give" in it so that it can stretch with the wearer. Every detail in the fit, from the sleeves to even the neckline, has been considered and tweaked with the wearer's comfort in mind.

A lot of the line fits quite slim but the sizing is intended for sizing up or down to allow for the fit you are looking for specifically in the garments. Buy your normal size to wear for an under layer, fitting snugly with the body, or size up for a more relaxed everyday fit. In general, each person is going to have at least two sizes to wear. All sizes are meant to be unisex. Please e-mail if you are curious about what size you might need.

The sizes listed fit approximately one size smaller than tagged.
36 = XS/34, 38 = S/36, 40 = M/38, 42 = L/40



THE ITEMS

N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 6RCH High Gauge Knit
in black
DETAILS: Long-sleeve light-weight knit modeled after early 1900s wool knit underwear. It is made from a terribly soft wool which can be worn either as an under layer or alone as a sweater. The doubled weave around the hem and lighter weave along shoulder line emphasize the look of authentic old-fashioned knitwear. Made in Japan from 100% wool.
sizes: 36, 38, 40
$332


N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - Crew Neck L/S
in charcoal gray
DETAILS: Waffle-knit long-sleeve t-shirt made from a thick heavy cotton. Perfect as an under layer or even worn alone. The main body is stretchy to allow for a slim fit while the neckline has a tape binding so that it holds its shape. The seams feature heavy-duty overlock stitching to keep the construction very tough, ready to last for years. The color is a very beautiful and unique purple-gray shade which looks the best in real-life! Made in Japan from 100% cotton.
sizes: 36, 38, 40
$180


N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 12RCH Sweat Shirt
in gray
DETAILS: Sportswear-inspired regular fitting sweatshirt. The fabric has a very fine French-terry-like inner side which is very smooth and light, meant to become like a second skin for the wearer. Made in Japan from 100% cotton.
sizes: 36, 38, 40, 42
$278


N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 2RCH Crew Neck S/S T-shirt
in gray
DETAILS: Slim-fitting basic crew neck t-shirt. The cut and styling is minimal but subtle details can be found all over. The chest pocket features an inner "invisible" separated pocket which can be used for the wearer's individual preference; in particular it was made perfect for cigarettes in the main pocket and lighter next to it. The neckline is shaped to allow for comfort; not too loose while not being suffocatingly tight. Made in Japan from super soft 100% cotton.
sizes: 36, 38, 40
$168


N Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 1RCH V Neck S/S T-shirt
in off white or gray
DETAILS: Regular-slim-fitting basic v-neck t-shirt. The cut and styling is minimal but subtle details can be found all over. The chest pocket features an inner "invisible" separated pocket which can be used for the wearer's individual preference; in particular it was made perfect for cigarettes in the main pocket and lighter next to it. The thick durable stitched sleeve hem is a military-detail. Made in Japan from super soft 100% cotton.
sizes/off white: 36, 38, 40
sizes/gray: 36, 38, 40


N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 3RCH Tank Top
in gray
DETAILS: Basic slim-fitting tank top with a design based on boy's underwear of the 60s. Made from a soft cotton which clings to and stretches with the wearer's body. Due to the stretchiness, a tape binding process was done along the neckline and sleeve to give extra durability while the rest of the body stretches to fit. Made in Japan from 100% cotton.
sizes: 36, 38, 40
$150


N. Hoolywood Under Summit Wear - 9RCH Socks 3x Pack
in black/gray/off-white [all three colors in one box]
DETAILS: Basic straight tube socks made in Japan from a super thick and comfy terry cotton.
sizes: one size
$140