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Edition by Banana Republic

 

Have you heard the buzz? Word is that local fave Banana Republic is opening a new brand concept store called Edition by Banana Republic. Offering limited edition luxury accessories, Edition is all about the discriminating woman who wants to cultivate a unique look while goin' easy on the pocketbook.

All jewelry and handbags will carry an affordable price of less than $400, most at less than $100. Chic San Francisco ladies can shop Edition knowing that whatever they choose will be one of only 50 to 100 pieces and cannot be found anywhere else in the world! Edition handbags are sure to attract admiration with supple leathers and hand-woven details. Edition's innovative jewelry designs are right on trend, highlighting semi-precious gemstones in bold settings. Ladies, save the date! Edition is slated to open May 15th in the Westfield San Francisco Centre, 865 Market Street. Be there or be square!

Partners Ending Domestic Abuse

On March 10, 2009 Roselyne Swig, founder of Partners Ending Domestic Abuse, hosted a private party in her home to recognize the foundation's most generous contributors. Among the attendees were Simon and Kimberly Blattner, Julie Harkins of First Republic Bank, filmmaker Tiffany Shlain, and Janet Holmgren, President of Mills College in Oakland. 

Since 1992 Partners Ending Domestic Abuse has collaborated with San Francisco Domestic Violence Consortium to raise awareness of domestic abuse by fundraising and public policy advocacy. This event was also the kick off for the upcoming "Spring into Action" the 17th Anniversary Gala set for May 1, 2009 at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco.

http://www.dvcpartners.org/

Vintage Fashion Expo March 21 and 22

Don't miss your chance to find some great vintage treasures at the bi-annual San Francisco Vintage Fashion Expo this weekend, March 21 and 22. This year the expo returns to the spacious Concourse Exhibition Center. Eighty-five dealers from LA and around the country work this show bringing the best in women's and men's vintage fashions, accessories, and textiles. Choose your era from the 1850's to the 1980's, there's something for everyone. Check out the fashion show on Saturday at 2pm, produced by stylist and vintage collector Deborah Rush.

At the Concourse Exhibition Center, 635 8th Street at Brannon in SF. Saturday, March 21 10:30-6:00, Sunday 11:00-5:00. Early bird on Saturday, 9:00-10:30, $20. Regular admission $10, go to website for a $2 off coupon. 

http://www.vintageexpo.com/

Spring Fashion Forward with 944

Get yourself all dolled up for spring with the March issue of 944 magazine.

Check it out: http://www.944.com/magazine/#sanfrancisco

Frog Hollow CSA Program - Local and Delicious

My kids and I look forward to Wednesdays, because it's our Fruit Day - and today I'm reminded to spread the word about Community Supported Agriculture (CSA).  As members of the Frog Hollow Farm CSA program, we look forward to picking up a box of locally grown organic fruit from a neighbor's porch each week.  Each box brings a nice surprise, and the program has helped my family eat healthier while supporting a wonderful organic farm in the East Bay.

Community Supported Agriculture is an idea that is said to have originated in Switzerland and Japan during the 1960s.  'While it's easy to think of today's CSA as a fruit delivery service, CSA's have played an important role in helping organic growers to maintain their farmland by providing a reliable base of working capital.  In exchange, families reap the farm's bounty throughout the year, while ensuring that produce they consume is locally produced using sustainable and environmentally friendly methods.

The Anti-Bride

White? Ah, no. Crinolines? No way. Lace? Think again! Fashion students at The Art Institute of California are designing outside the traditional bridal box and creating alternative gowns for Operation Aisle Style, the upcoming Anti-Bride fashion show, co-sponsored by Carolyn Gerin author of the Anti-Bride guides.

Students have been asked to choose a theme, such as Same Gender Wedding or 1960s Bond and design a wearable gown that shatters the white wedding mold. Kicking off the evening will be a fashion show featuring Project Runway contestant Austin Scarlett. 

Pictured : Anti-Bride design by student Andrew Landrite titled, Beautiful Chaos