BIRGITTA

birgittaballard — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 02:42:29 +0000

Don’t forget about others this holiday season!

Mono 2082 Collision Scarf

52% Silk/48% Cotton Hand-dyed Scarf

$119 $71.99

Ladyboy Women’s Low Jazz Shoe

Canvas Jazz Shoe available in Red, Grey, and Black

$106.00 $63.99 Buy Me

Karen Walker Skinny Hip Belt

Black Patent Leather Skinny Belt w/ chain detailing

$120.00 $72.99

Jeffrey Campbell Starburst Boot

$195.00 $117.99 Buy Me!

Coming Soon Cuff Bracelet

Leather Bracelet with Metal Detailing

$250.00 $150.99 Buy Me!

BIRGITTA’S LAST AU REVOIR

birgittaballard — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 02:32:27 +0000

Join us for one more weekend of Birgitta Liquidation before we close her down!

EVERYTHING 40-80% OFF

and

BUY 2 APPAREL Pieces and get the 3rd FREE

and

Bring friends and receive 10% OFF

Friday, December 18th, 9am-8pm

Saturday, December 19th, 9am-9pm

Sunday, December 20th, 9am-7pm

BIRGITTA LIQUIDATION SALE! LAST DAY!

birgittaballard — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 19:33:44 +0000

Birgitta Closing – BIG SALE!!!

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As a change in business plan, Blackbird is closing Birgitta, its women’s store immediately. A small selection of women’s brands will be integrated into the main floor at Blackbird and the new store, The Field House.

Almost one year ago Blackbird decided to diversify and broaden its reach in the Seattle retail market. Blackbird had been selling menswear to women and also had a successful ongoing women’s rack in Blackbird. Women’s clothing seemed to be the natural next step. After almost a year, it was realized that the other Blackbird businesses were more successful and took far less effort. Closing Birgitta is not easy but we think you’ll be excited about our new projects to come.

The space where Birgitta was will be converted into a private personal shopping studio, and will potentially be used for shop-in-shop/pop-up-shops.

THE BIG BIRGITTA CLEARANCE SALE
Sunday, December 13th 6pm – 9pm
Monday, December 14th 9am – 9pm

40-80% off
RACKS AND RACKS of LOVELY THINGS

Karen Walker
Helmut Lang
Harputs Own
Harvey Faircloth
Mono
Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair
Blank
Ladyboy
Repetto
Cosmic Wonder
Deadly Ponies
Patrick Stephan
RVCA
Obey
Tslay
Clu
Boy by Band of Outsiders
Dace
Fremont
Woolrich John Rich & Bros.
and lots of Vintage

LUCKY IN LOVE WITH LIPSTICK QUEEN

birgittaballard — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:34:52 +0000

Lipstick Queen’s Black Tie Optional Lipstick is featured in the December issue of Lucky Magazine. The office is buzzing over ink black lip balm; it appears totally goth in the tube, but goes on as a seductively transparent shade of charcoal.

Lipstick Queen – Black Tie Lipstick
DETAILS: Straight from the Boudoir to you. A sexy, sheer black lipstick. It does for your lips what sheer black stockings do your your legs. Don’t think Gothic, think elegant. Apply it first and watch your lipsticks go sexy, smokey, and gorgeous.
$18
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THIS IS CEMENT

birgittaballard — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 01:25:26 +0000

Cement is a Canadian based jewelry line that produced a steller line of necklaces and pendants. The current lineup features a selection of Oxidized Silver and Sterling Silver chains and pendants highlighting various ethnic references.

Cement – Lennies
in oxidized and sterling silver
30 inch chain
$84

Cement – Chief
in oxidized silver
30 inch chain
$84

Cement – Khufu’s Pyramid
oxidized silver chain with 10kt gold pendant
24 inch chain
$180

inquire and purchase through birgitta@blackbirdballard.com

RECURRING THOUGHTS OF YOU

birgittaballard — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:04:06 +0000

Check out Irochka’s cute and casual Lookbook and get this look with Birgitta.

RVCA – MCrae
in grey
DETAILS: Plaid is rad. Case and point. Check out this great shirt from RVCA with a more feminine slim fit and long sleeves that you can roll or let loose. Find detail in the mini RVCA buttons and double breast pockets. Super soft and great for layering. 60% cotton, 40% polyester.
$75
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April 77 – Marky Texas
rinsed
DETAILS: The Rinsed Marky Texas features a high waist, long skinny legs, back pocket patch, and, of course, a front pocket guitar pick. Style them with Jeffrey Campbell heals or rugged boots and a tucked in tank. 97% Cotton, 3% Elastane, 100% Cruelty Free
$162
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Jeffrey Campbell – Posh
in black
DETAILS: The Posh is a fabulous piece of rocker inspired fashion-forward platform sandals. They feature a leather upper, rhinestone and chain detailing, cushioned insoles, and rear zipper. Hotness comes in height with 3 ¾” heel with ¾” platform.
$180
shop

email inquires to Birgitta@BlackbirdBallard.com

LITTLE SNOWY ARCTIC FOX

birgittaballard — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:55:46 +0000

Photo care of Wikimedia Commons

New to the US, but far from a new brand, Fjallraven ‘Arctic fox’ began 50 years ago in Sweden, and is one of the best known, and highly regarded makers of fine outdoor gear in the world. Each product has one purpose in mind, even in the harshest conditions, to make the outdoors more accessible to more people. Blackbird and Birgitta stocked up on Kanken Backpacks originally built for Swedish school children, theses colorful bags are Fjallraven’s most well-known and loved item. Both a backpack and a bag with handles, the Kanken is the same today as when it was released 30 years ago.

The Kanken was initially marked as a symbol of liberal political views and sometimes called “the Communist Hunchback” by stubborn detractors stuck on the old messenger style bags of their childhood, but Fjallraven’s founder, Ake Nordin, hoped to sell 200 Kanken bags in their first year. He sold 400. The next year sales reached 30,000. Thirty years later, you can still get yours.

Fjallraven – Kanken Backback
in black, grey, and light grey
DETAILS: Vinylon backpack with adjustable shoulder straps, 3/4 zip main compartment, two open side pockets, single small exterior pocket, and reflector logo. MEASURES: 11″ x 15″ x 6″.
$87
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email to inquire about other styles and colors birgitta@blackbirdballard.com

SOME KIND OF COSMIC WONDER

birgittaballard — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 21:57:34 +0000

Cosmic Wonder – Round Collar Shirt Washed Wool/Polyester Blend
in orange plaid
$338

Cosmic Wonder – Sleeveless Coat One Wash Felted Wool
in brown
$710

Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair – Square Shirt
in Red Check
$500

Cosmic Wonder – Woven Oxford Shirt Vintage Processed Fabric
in Light Blue
$280

Cosmic Wonder – Straight Slim Jeans Piece Dyed
in orange
$310

Scenes of everyday life are splintered into light streams, catching the manifold reflections of a universal love. Cosmic Wonder Light Source chose colors that were materialized for optimum physical and spiritual functionality. All products are hand made in Japan.

Cosmic Wonder – Cotton Linen Canvas and Leather Tote
in natural and brown
$470

Cosmic Wonder – Pleated One Piece Washed Linen with Leaf Pattern
in orange
$530

inquires birgitta@blackbirdballard.com

LAST PONY STANDING

birgittaballard — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:23:06 +0000

Deadly Ponies – Mr. Flat Cat Shopper
in black
DETAILS: The Mr. Flat Cat Shopper is as easy as it gets. This buttery soft 100% leather, limited, and original bag features a single outer zip pocket, large zip opening, small interior pocket, and two adjustable shoulder straps. This shopper is perfect for everyday use and easily fits a small laptop. All Deadly Ponies are hand made and lovingly crafted in New Zealand.
$469

for more details or to purchase, email birgitta@blackbirdballard.com

IT’S MY DARLIN

birgittaballard — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 16:48:36 +0000

It’s My Darlin blogger Dana stopped by to visit Leo at Blackbird last week; she made her way upstairs to Birgitta for the first time and here is what she had to say:

“Ladies, it is spectacular up there. From the stunning clothing selection to the eclectic decor, you will be in heaven. Blackbird’s Kristeen Lehn is the lady behind the women’s store and she does her job well. I found myself drooling over gorgeous trousers, coats, Lipstick Queen coral lipstain, and French brand Bensimon canvas sneakers.”

Thanks Dana!

XOXO Birgitta