The Biv Blog

July Raffle

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Take A Safari

2010-07-19T17:43:00.001-07:00

Items pictured: Michael Stars, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Free People, 7 For All Mankind, Sanctuary, Havianas, Hauterflie, and Toms Shoes.

Art Fair Sale

2010-07-18T06:33:00.001-07:00

Everyone loves a great deal. Stop by Bivouac to pick up your essentials at a discounted price!

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year…

2010-07-13T15:49:00.001-07:00

Art Fair begins Wednesday, July 21st, but at Bivouac, we put the majority of our merchandise on sale early. Fluorescent signs are scattered all over the store marking racks, walls, and cases at 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%, 40%, or even 50% off! Stop by the store, you’ll definitely get a deal!

Seneca Rising

2010-06-11T18:12:00.000-07:00

We have adorable Seneca Rising dresses, rompers, and tanks!

Get Ready For Summer with Michael Stars Tanks!

2010-05-11T16:59:00.000-07:00

The Spot 2

2010-04-06T15:35:00.000-07:00

If you're looking for a GPS locating system for all your outdoor adventures, you need to come check out the Spot 2. It operates on satellite and has four important modes:
- SOS mode
- Emergency mode
- OK mode
- Custom mode

SOS mode goes to friends and family (whoever you set it to) if you need help but in a non-emergency situation. The custom mode sends out a message with whatever you want it to say.

Let's say you're climbing the Swiss Alps and people back home want to know where you are. Just turn on the live tracking system and they can see exactly where you are on Google Maps.

Come to the store for more information! www.bivouacannarbor.com

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Osprey Hydration Packs!!!

2010-03-18T09:37:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to last month's raffle winner!

www.bivouacannarbor.com

2010-03-15T08:20:00.000-07:00

Friday and Saturday were just practice! Celebrate your Irish heritage (real or not) with 20% off all GREEN clothing! Just enter "POTOFGOLD" at the checkout online (offer also available in store). Lasts until March 18!

We've got awesome green Michael Stars hoodies and J Brand chino pants... and be sure to cover up with our Patagnoia and North Face jackets and vests to keep you warm through all your St. Patrick's Day adventures!

I'm on a boat!

2010-03-11T15:51:00.000-08:00

...Not really, but these nautical looks from Michael Stars, Velvet, and 7FAM are the perfect look for it!

Check it out at our website.

Springtime on my mind...

2010-02-23T10:50:00.001-08:00

Check out all the beautiful floral patterns available at Biv! I'm already looking forward to wearing them on spring break... Snap a photo of yourself wearing it and post it on our Facebook page! Find these styles and more at www.bivouacannarbor.com

Unlock the key to your Valentine's heart...

2010-02-11T14:13:00.000-08:00

Perfect gifts for that special someone...
- Kai body lotion
- Juicy Couture jewelry
- Marc by Marc Jacobs bags

See more at www.bivouacannarbor.com

And remember... any online purchase automatically enters you in our raffle this month! You could win a tent from Big Agnes or a handbag by Marc Jacobs, both at a $500 value!

Will you be mine?

2010-02-06T08:48:00.001-08:00

Valentine's Day is right around the corner...

www.bivouacannarbor.com

Who doesn't love a good raffle?!

2010-02-03T15:53:00.001-08:00

Happening all this month... raffle to win a Marc Jacobs bag or Big Agnes tent!!! Check it out!

www.bivouacannarbor.com

New Resolutions!

2010-01-13T15:56:00.000-08:00

Check out all the best fitness gear at Bivouac! Hardtail, Arc'teryx, Fila, Icebreaker, and more!

http://www.bivouacannarbor.com

Last minute gift ideas...

2009-12-22T19:44:00.000-08:00

Come find the perfect last minute gift at Bivouac!

Happy Holidays from Bivouac!!!

2009-12-21T11:21:00.000-08:00

Happy Holidays from Bivouac!!! Celebrate with 20% off of all Juicy jewelry and handbags!

Midnight Madness!

2009-12-02T13:15:00.000-08:00

Bivouac is open until midnight this Friday, December 4th! Come stock up on great gifts with our 15-50% deals!

I'm seeing stars

2009-11-19T11:41:00.000-08:00

Movie stars, that is. Clive Owen was spotted shopping at Biv for the 3rd time this month! He even brought the family with him. Perhaps they were shopping the Mavi event, going on now until this Saturday!

- 20% off all Mavi merchandise
- chance to win a free Mavi gift or a free pair of jeans!

You also might want to come check out the great sparkle tops we have in the window display pictured here. Perfect for the next time you go out!

Little black dress...

2009-11-16T12:46:00.000-08:00

Every girl needs the perfect black dress. Come to Bivouac for dresses by Michael Stars, French Connection, My Tribe, Ark & Co. and more!

The Mavi event

2009-11-12T13:39:00.000-08:00

20% off Mavi merchandise, plus the chance to win a free gift or a free pair of jeans! Happening November 15-21

Ways to stay warm in Michigan...

2009-11-11T14:33:00.000-08:00

with Nodzzz, now available at Bivouac! As seen on WXYZ Channel 7 local news -- 350 nodzzz recently donated to a homeless shelter to help keep women and children warm this winter.

The material used for Nodzzz is so warm and fuzzy, absolutely perfect for the upcoming Michigan winter. Come check them out at Bivouac!

www.nodzzz.com

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Beagle Not Included

2009-10-12T12:01:00.000-07:00

It might be getting a little chilly, but it's definitely not too cold to go camping! All of our tents are now 20% off!

Get it Nau.

2009-10-05T10:52:00.000-07:00

Introducing Nau at the Biv—an innovative clothing line for men and women—where eco-friendly active wear meets haute couture. Nau’s design philosophy is built on the balance of three criteria: beauty, performance, and sustainability. Far from mutually exclusive, the integration of these concepts defines a new standard for apparel. Many people make exceptional clothing that embraces one of those criteria. A select few manage to combine two of the three, at the most exacting levels. All of Nau’s products are made from recycled polyester, organic cotton, and wool fabrics, which deliver the highest levels of technical performance, comfort and subtle style.

Patagonia Women's Tres Parka

2009-09-21T10:43:00.000-07:00

Not only très chic, but très clever as well, the Tres Parka is a versatile, 3-in-one waterproof/windproof down coat. The jacket has a 2-layer, 100% polyester stretch-twill shell with a waterproof/breathable H2No® barrier, Deluge® DWR (durable water repellant) finish and a recycled polyester lining. The shell also features a two-way full-zip with storm flap, high, zip-through stand up collar and an adjustable snap-on hood. Zip-in, removable interior coat has ultra-warm 600-fill goose down and Chevron quilting for added appeal. Wear the down jacket alone or pair with shell for the ultimate warm, waterproof package. Zippered handwarmer pockets and internal security pocket. Midthigh length.

Straight 2 Your Door

2009-09-16T14:45:00.000-07:00

Go Blue!

2009-09-15T13:23:00.001-07:00

Let Bivouac help you go blue in style! After the big win against Notre Dame you’ll be sure to want to show off your Michigan pride for the rest of the season. We’ve got tons of t-shirts for men and women in plenty of styles from College Couture, Retro Sport, and Ann Arbor’s finest, A2 Shirts.

Art Fair!

2009-07-14T13:50:00.000-07:00

Art Fair is here! Everything in our store is AT LEAST 20% off! Stock up on essentials like jackets, hiking boots, jeans, and anything else you might need! For more information about the Ann Arbor Art Fair visit http://www.artfair.org/

Happy 4th of July!

2009-07-03T15:34:00.001-07:00

Don't have anything red, white, or blue to wear? Hurry over to Bivouac and pick something up today! We wish everyone a fun and safe holiday!

Rothbury

2009-07-03T15:19:00.000-07:00

About half of our staff headed west this weekend to attend the Rothbury Festival in Rothbury, Michigan. Rothbury is a four day music and arts festival featuring performers such as Cold War Kids, Damien Marley, Girl Talk, and Willie Nelson among others. For more information or to score some last minute tickets visit www.rothburyfestival.com and don't forget to stop at Bivouac on your way out of town. We have you covered whether its a hippie-chic outfit from Free People or a sleeping bag and tent. See ya there!

photo by Ann Teliczan, Rothbury 2008

Just In from Runaway Pony

2009-06-14T16:41:00.000-07:00

Spotted: A. back to visit Bivouac sporting RayBan's. Maybe she read our last post? xoxo, you know you love me.

Okay, we're totally kidding about the gossip girl post but former employee Alyson really did come back to visit and we were so happy to see her. She bought this fabulous new dress by Runaway Pony and is seen here wearing it with RayBan's. Come in today to check out our other new dresses from Runaway Pony and get this look!

RayBan Fever

2009-06-11T15:46:00.000-07:00

Ray Ban aviators are a must-have this summer. The classic style looks great on everyone and adds a touch of cool to any summer outfit. These sunglasses are a favorite of celebrities such as Kate Moss, Kate Beckinsale, Angelina Jolie, Nicole Richie, Lindsey Lohan, and Kate Bosworth to name a few. Obviously, they are a favorite of Biv employees as well :-)

TOMS Shoes

2009-06-03T08:38:00.000-07:00

New TOMS Shoes are in! You may recognize TOMS from their recent AT&T television ad. The company was founded in 2006 by Blake Mycoskie and for every pair of shoes they sell, they give a pair away to a child in need. They have given away shoes in Argentina, South Africa, Ethiopia, and even here in the United States. These shoes are selling quickly, so come in today and buy a pair!

Want to know more about TOMS? Check out the video below:

Happy Birthday Roberta!

2009-05-31T09:46:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday to women's fashion employee, Roberta. Roberta is a senior at Pioneer High school and will be attending University of North Carolina, Asheville next year.

Man vs. Wild

2009-05-30T16:09:00.000-07:00

Will Ferrell to appear on Man vs. Wild
Check it out...

New Alternative Apparel!

2009-05-28T10:47:00.000-07:00

Get out of the gloomy weather and come shop! Yesterday we got a ton of new, cute Alternative Apparel tees and tanks. We love love love the oversize sleeveless tanks and racerbacks paired with bright bandeaus. All of the Alternative Apparel shirts a made of super soft cotton so they are extra comfortable. This eco-friendly brand is also really reasonably priced so you won't have to break your budget to get this new summer look.

The Little Black Dress

2009-05-26T15:02:00.000-07:00

Maybe its the slimming color, the subtle sexiness or the simplicity. Its hard to pinpoint what exactly has allowed this piece to remain a fashion staple throughout the decades. The little black dress has earned iconic status in the fashion world and has become a staple in every woman's closet. Designers have interpreted and remixed the simple design countless times, incorporating trends and proving that this simple peice can keep up no matter how fast the times are a-changin'. For this reason, the LBD is a classic and a must-have for every wadrobe. Its versatility is undeniable- what other garmet could you wear with confidence to a wedding, a funeral, a dinner party, or a date? The LBD's classic appeal and versatility make it the perfect investment piece. At Bivouac we have several stunning designs and we invite you to take a look! To purchase any of the designs below visit http://www.bivouacannarbor.com/WomensFashion.php?id=22&cat=18

Congrats UM Lax!

2009-05-21T17:28:00.000-07:00

Congratulations to the Michigan Men's Lacrosse team for securing their second consecutive title as MCLA National Champions. To read more about the game in Denver visit... http://www.umich.edu/~menslax/Articles/08_09Articles/051609MCLAChap.htm

Send us your pictures!

2009-05-20T09:19:00.000-07:00

Send us your favorite pictures from your latest hike, adventure, or night out in your favorite Bivouac clothes. We love to hear what our customers are up to!

Email pictures as a JPEG attachment to bivouacmarketing@gmail.com

We can't wait to see where you have been in your Bivouac gear!

Miguel's Pizza, Anyone?

2009-05-13T11:42:00.000-07:00

Finally, after the long, cold winter, spring is here, and it's now prime season for Red River Gorge. It's cool, it's not buggy, and not everyone's out of school yet, so you won't have to camp in the goat pasture. But let's be honest, you can't show up to the crag with that ratty old bag you used for middle school track. And that rope? Well, I wouldn't take a whipper on it. Oh, and stop chalking your big toe and buy some new shoes, too, while you're at it. Bivouac will get you ready for Muir Valley - well, the gear at least, maybe not your 5.13 project. We just got in new BD backpacks and quickdraws. The Arcteryx Arrakis just came in, too, and it's worth checking out. And out of the great basement, I have found two of the most classic, venerable, discontinued Arcteryx backpacks ever made -the RT45 and the Needle 45. Heck, for you, I'll even give you 20% off these beauties. See you at the Red. You'll recognize me because I'll be the one dangling pathetically from Ro Shampo.

2009-04-22T10:27:00.000-07:00

DENIM DAYS

Stop by anytime from April 22nd to April 24th and receive 20% off any full price pair of men or women's denim!

Start off your summer right with a new pair of jeans!

Ann Arbor Flm Festival

2009-03-27T09:32:00.000-07:00

Don't forget to get yourself over to the Historic Michigan Theater this weekend to check out the 47th Annual Ann Arbor Film Festival!

The festival has been going on since March 24th and will continue to display creative films of all types till March 29th.

You deserve a break after the long week, so treat yourself to an independent film!

http://www.aafilmfest.org/

Satya Trunk Show

2009-03-23T18:17:00.000-07:00

You are cordially invited to attend the Satya jewlery trunk show!

Stop by and check out the Spring '09 line from the extremely popular, yoga inspired jewlery line.

Thursday, March 26

7:00 - 9:00pm

All in-stock purchases will be 15% off and there will be light refreshments.

"Blending spiritual sumbols, healing gemstones and sacred meanings, Satya Jewlery is created with grace, style, and global consciousness." More information about Satya at http://www.satyajewlery.com/

Welcome to the Bivouac Blog!

2009-03-23T17:41:00.000-07:00

This blog was created as a space to connect with Bivouac customers by sharing product reviews, style tips, and upcoming events at the store.

We look forward to keeping you posted on the store happenings!