Retail Therapy Thursday/Press Release of the Week
posted Thursday, 15 November 2007
I was first introduced to WHY Louisville when on a press trip covering Lebowskifest. The fest's founder also owns this eclectic little place. Check out his stuff, and thanks Will for providing the RTT of the week. WHY Louisville Gift Guide 2007
The weirdest little gift shop in town.
 Buying gifts from local independent retailers not only helps sustain Louisville's unique identity, it is also a way to find that great gift that you just can't find at the mall.
WHY Louisville's shirts are designed by local artists who benefit from every shirt sold.
Here is a few of our favorites for this holiday season.
Available in the store at 1609-1/2 Bardstown Road or online at www.WHYLouisville.com. |
502 Hoodie - $34.99 - Designed by Danny Cash
Recently made famous when Oscar Award winning actor, Adrien Brody was photographed sporting the 502 shirt.
Navy hoodie with orange print. Available in sizes S through XXL - $34.99.
High-Res photo of 502 hoodie here.
Home Shirt - $17.99 - Designed by Margaret Coble
Designed by recent transplant from New Orleans, Margaret Coble. The Fleur De Lis can make you feel at home anywhere.
Printed on 100% cotton American Apparel unisex shirt. Available in sizes XS through XXL - $17.99.
High-res photo of Home Shirt here.
Interrupting Squid Shirt - $17.99 - Designed by Patrick Jilbert
Designed by nationally recognized skateboard artist, Patrick Jilbert. What it actually means is anyone's guess.
Printed on 100% cotton American Apparel unisex shirt. Available in sizes S through XL - $17.99.
High-Res photo of Interrupting Squid shirt here.
Night Owl - $17.99 - Designed by Matt Clinard
Louisville's skyline never looked so nice. Up and coming designer Matt Clinard is one to watch.
Printed on 100% cotton American Apparel unisex shirt. Available in sizes XS through XL - $17.99.
High-Res photo of Night Owl shirt here.
Someone in Louisville Loves Me Onesie - $14.99 - Designed by John Wurth
Give the kid some self-esteem early on.
Printed on 100% cotton American Apparel Onesie for ages 0 to 24 months - $14.99
High-Res photo of Someone in Louisville Loves Me onesie here.
State Fleur De Lis - Designed by Kenny Andreozzi
 The shapely state of Kentucky made up of a myriad of Fleur De Lis.
Printed on 100% cotton American Apparel ladies shirt. Available in sizes S through XL - $17.99.
Also available in navy unisex shirt with gold print for $15.99.
High-Res photo of State FLeur De Lis shirt here.
Paradise City - Designed by Jason Pierce
Based on the urban legend that the Guns N' Roses song "Paradise City" was written about Louisville. Whether or not Louisville is in fact the place "where the grass is green and the girls are pretty" is still up for debate.
Printed on 50/50 American Apparel unsex shirt. Available in sizes XS through XL - $17.99
High-Res photo of Paradise City shirt here.
Fleur De Lis Ring (sterling silver) - $18
Looking stylish and showing your Louisville pride doesn't have to cost a fortune. Ring sizes 5 through 12 available for just $18.
Switchblade Comb! - $3
Look dangerous and stylish. Best stocking stuffer ever! $3
High-Res photo of Switchblade Comb here.
City Flag - $19.99
They don't make 'em like this anymore. Screen-printed flag measures 5 by 3 foot. While they last at $19.99.
High-res photo of City Flag here.
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About WHY Louisville
WHY Louisville opened its doors in June of 2005 at 1609-1/2 Bardstown Road in the heart of Louisville's independent business district, The Highlands. It began when owner Will Russell (31) realized he was surrounded by several creative people who had many interesting projects but no single place to showcase them. WHY Louisville is a retail hub designed to support Louisville's creative community. The store carries merchandise from locally-based projects like Lebowski Fest and Bejeezus Magazine and feature shirts designed by local artists such as Kathleen Lolley, Bill Green, Patrick Jilbert, Jason Pierce, Danny Cash and many more.
The store's "Artist Submission Program" is set up in a way that artists can get their design printed without incurring the high cost of printing. If a submitted design is chosen to be printed, WHY Louisville pays the printing costs and sells the shirts in the store and online at www.WHYLouisville.com. The artist gets a significant portion of the sale price for every shirt sold. Many of the shirts are printed on high-quality, sweatshop free American Apparel clothes.
In addition to showcasing the design talent of local artists on t-shirts, hoodies and onesies, WHY Louisville carries many one-of-a-kind gifts, also known as "What-Have-You" (which is where the WHY in the store's name comes from.) WHY Louisville scours antique malls, flea markets and yard sales to find vintage knick knacks, pop-culture memorabilia and kitschy local souvenirs for that unique gift you just can't get at the mall. With the iconic seven foot tall "Beerwolf" statue that greets customers at the door, WHY Louisville is gaining a reputation as the weirdest little gift shop in town.
WHY Louisville is open seven days a week at 1609-1/2 Bardstown Road near Bonnycastle, Monday through Saturday 11:30 am to 7:30 pm and Sundays Noon to 6:00 pm. Online shopping is available at www.WHYLouisville.com, as well as a local concert calendar, Beerwolf photo gallery and the Artist Submission form. (502) 459-5522 |
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