Saturday, October 23, 2010

Blue Bee 10yr Birthday Bash with Hudson Jeans

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It is an Honor to be a part of Marty and John's world. These two put so much time, love, effert, passon and drive they pour in to their business Blue Bee in Santa Barbara. They deserve some seriouse recogniton.

Thank you to everyone who came to celebrate and to Hudson Jeans for being there with us. What an amazing night!

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Serfintaine Celebrates with Blue Bee Pre-Launching Spring 2011

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Serfontaine has been with Blue Bee for almost the entire decade Blue Bee has been open. Not only are Mik and his wife Maria Serfontaine have been long friends of Marty and John, but they have been huge supporters of Blue Bee from day 1. So needless to say they are all SUPER excited to be able to bring you Serfontaine's Spring 2011 collection to wear buy and rock already! The Serfontaine Spring collection will be available at tonight's Blue Bee 10yr Birthday Party as well as at Saturday's Anniversary Celebration on Oct 23rd.

What is exciting about this collection is that it is inspired by modern minimalism, less is more. Mik stripped down the embellishments and heightened his amazing fit even more. I am so excited to see what is to come for this amazing direction.

Kate is modeling a super rad capri with black buttons and silver zippers. It is so new I can't even recall the name of the capri...it is beautiful though. Kate is one of the Managers at Blue Bee Jeans and one of the most generous, down to earth, super nice, helpful women that work for Blue Bee. Her laugh is contagious. Kate is a totally local Santa Barbarian surfer chick, this girl has skill! She also knows her fashion, fit, and what works for every body. She is an expert at finding something that will work for you and quick to tell you if it does not...with results in the fact that you can trust her.

So Come check out Serfontaine's Spring 2011 Collection and Celebrate with Blue Bee's 10 years of Fashion Friday Oct. 22 and Saturday Oct. 23rd

Alice + Olivia celebrates with Blue Bee - Sparkles and Stripes

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Alice + Olivia just shipped us a bunch of new clothing for Blue Bee's 10yr Anniversary event this weekend. Sparkles, Sequins, Jeweled Head Bands and Feux Fur Coats just to name a few of the fabulous things we will have for you. Not to mention their little and super cute cosmetic bag gift with purchase. If you are looking for a Holiday Dress now is the time! Remember on Saturday the 23 the entire store will be 20% off.

Leslie (AKA Shamizle) took a break from her busy day to model one of the new Alice + Oliva jackets we got in for the event. Leslie is totally behind the scenes....one of her responsibilities is receiving every piece of clothing that Marty and John buy. Part of "receiving" is tagging the garment with a Blue Bee tag. This woman works SO HARD!!! I can honestly say I love Leslie! She is a rad woman!

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

Caulfield Prep. is Celebrating Blue Bee's 10yr Anniversary October 23rd

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Caulfield Preparatory is ALSO celebrating with Blue Bee for our 10 year Anniversary on Saturday, October 23rd. One of the Raddest new labels this year at Blue Bee Men, Caulfied Prep. has taken us from the vast Ocean to the Jagged Alps. Their Fall 2010 collection is full of amazing fabrics, tailored fit and an awesome way to express your story. With every Caulfield Prep. item bought you will get a free gift....
You will have to show up at Blue Bee Men on Saturday in Santa Barbara and visit Amanda here if you want to know what the free gift is. Amanda's holding up her favorite item from the collection, the Roark Shirt. Amanda grew up in Venice Beach California, graduated High School and went to San Fransisco State. Missed the So - Cal beach though so now she is in Santa Barbara studying Biology with a minor in Marine Biology. Always in love with fashion, a knack for styling, and a passion for Customer Service, Amanda is a super rad girl to have on your side! Come in and check out Cauflield Prep's Fall 2010 Collection at Blue Bee Men and talk shop with Amanda.

Monday, October 18, 2010

Frank & Eileen Celebrate with Blue Bee on October 23rd

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Named after designer Audrey McLoghiln's grandparents, Frank & Eileen has created quite a stir at Blue Bee. During Blue Bee's 10 year Anniversary Party for every Frank & Eileen shirt you buy they are giving away a super rad shirting belt. Good thing we just got a bunch of these shirts in because we can barley keep these tailored "boyfriend" shirts on the hangers. Totally inspired by her upbringing from the East Coast, Audrey absolutely combined the Ivy League with California Casual.

Speaking of East Coast meet Liz, Blue Bee's Manager. Liz born in East Hampton, raised in New York City, and now on her new life's adventure taking on the West Coast. Liz previously worked at Henry Lehr for four years, impressive, and what is more impressive is how rad and down to earth she is!

Come to Blue Bee for our 10 year Birthday event this Saturday, meet Liz and check out the rad new Frank & Eileen shirts she just hung up for you!

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Thinking Outside of the Garment Bag - Chainge

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I stopped smoking on Saturday October 16th... I have gone with out nicotine for over 24 hours for the first time in 9 years. so many people have supported, encuraged, and cheered me on. What a difference that makes!! THANK YOU!

These photos kept me occupied today as well as documented how Gnarly I feel but how HOPEFUL I AM THAT I HAVE THE POWER TO CHANGE MY REALITY.

I hope this inspires you to take a leap of faith and change your reality for the better, tackle a fear, or DO something you have always been talking about.

TO LIFE AND DEEP BREATHES!

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McFadin handbags from Texas is one of the Hottest accessories at Blue Bee Jeans. We simply can't get enough of these amazing bags. We are so excited that the McFadin sisters Stacy and Laurie got involved in Blue Bee's 10 year Anniversary party giving away another strap for every bag bought. Perfect, you get two ways to wear one of the most beautiful leather handbags we have laid our eyes on!

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Blue Bee Jeans, came to Santa Barbara from her hometown in Organ to go to school. She worked at a local boutique there and brings a huge amount of knowledge about fashion, jeans and the brands at Blue Bee Jeans. I have seen a few women walk in sceptical the could find a pair of jeans that would fit what they wanted. With Ariel's help I always notice them not soon there after in the dressing room with a smile on their face.... a Perfect fit! Come by to Blue Bee jeans and meet Ariel and she will help you find the perfect pair of jeans, handbag, or piece of jewelry as we celebrate 10 years of making Santa Barbara look good!

Friday, October 15, 2010

Virgins Saints and Angels - Eclectic Style That Rocks

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During Blue Bee's 10th Anniversary October 23rd event if you buy a VSA piece you get a $25 to Blue Bee.


Virgins Saints & Angels is one of the most eclectic jewelry lines we carry. It evokes romance, emotion, beauty and spirituality. You may associate it with the women from Desperate Housewives.... but I associate VSA as a rad accessory for any outfit. Jeans and a tee shirt never looked so good!

The perfect example, I pulled Blue Bee associate Karla aside for a quick photo shoot. She was in the office today writing event invitations to all her customers and I noticed that she was wearing her coveted VSA piece. Karla has the raddest sense of style and she is one of the funnest girls to shop with. She owns the "sexy eclectic" look. She is totally ANGELIC. On top of that she is a totally rad person to work with! What a rad chick! Come meet Karla next Saterday and she will tell you all about VSA :)