FAQs
What is Blackstrad?
While Blackstrad is still in its infancy, we aim to be your online department store for all things concert black.
What is the difference between the Pro Collection and the Curated Collection?
The Pro Collection was designed for professional musicians (and anyone who wants to dress like a pro!) and uses the highest-quality eco-friendly fabrics and manufacturing so each piece is designed to last season after season, concert after concert.
The Curated Collection consists of additional pieces that we selected from trusted brands that meet standard concert black dress code requirements.
Who designed the Pro Collection?
The Pro Collection was designed by Mercedes Smith, Principal Flutist of the Utah Symphony.
When will menswear be available?
We hope to have samples ready this spring and product in stock before back-to-school.
Why don't you offer more concert black in plus size and petites?
Our goal is to have the most inclusive size range as soon as possible. Unfortunately, because of the way the industry works, it's extremely expensive for small businesses to begin doing this from the start. Take a deep dive in these blog posts about the problem. Plus sizes are coming this year for the Pro Collection.
How responsible is your manufacturing?
As responsible as possible. Learn more about our fabrics and practices here.
You keep mentioning Lyocell fabric, what is it exactly?
It's the best thing that ever happened to concert attire. Learn more here. Fascinated? Take a deep dive in our blog post here.
Why are you making non-gendered attire and when will it be in stock?
Our market research indicated that over 50% of choir directors wanted more non-gendered options. We plan to release non-gendered options this summer.