News: SF Stylist on the Red Carpet at the Oscars, Custom T-shirts, New Merch + More

Sometimes, when someone asks to borrow your pen, you should just say no. In other news…

Clearly, you’re likely to catch a glimpse of the Oscars this weekend. While you’re scanning the red carpet, be on the lookout for San Francisco stylist Keylee Sanders, who’ll be broadcasting live in a Karen Caldwell gown during a segment for the TV Guide Channel. She’ll be dishing styling tips and secrets celebs use underneath it all before braving high-profile events.

We’re always glad to hear any news that’s remotely to do with San Francisco native Alexander Wang. This week, we hear shirts from his T line have arrived at Russian Hill boutique anica, and Acrimony is anticipating the arrival of Alexander Wang sunglasses on April 1.

The Seventh Heart is printing its limited edition Daddy tee one last time. Talk about an oh-so-San Francisco t-shirt. We may start giving these out as gifts to out-of-town visitors. Because this is a limited run, you’ll have to pre-order from the shop to get one.

The Marin Store becomes the exclusive retailer of Sarah Swell’s new Cascade line of jewelry. For those of you in Marin, the online shop is also having a sample sale at Larkspur Landing this weekend.

The Academy of Art has been getting major props from major fashion publications such as WWD and the New York Times for six students’ work shown during New York Fashion Week.

Love The 2 Bandits? You’re in luck right now, as select bandits are 30 percent off in the online shop.

Feeling especially deal-y today? You’ll find a slew of ways to save on local finds on 7×7 Glamwatch today.

Rare Device is beefing up its selection of goods for babies and kids. Stay tuned for the arrival later this month of a new in-store mini-shop dedicated to gifts and items for little ones.

Mention “To Haiti with Love,” and you’ll get 30 percent off any spa service at Cocoon Urban Day Spa tomorrow. Better yet, all profits benefit efforts to help children in Haiti.

Custom Industries now allows shoppers to customize their own shirts online. Pick your color, sleeve length, desired print and placement for a shirt that’s all your own.

Chrome has a slew of new shoe colors in stock. Sweetening the deal is free ground shipping both ways with the code shoes0310.

Students at City College of San Francisco are looking for local designers to participate in an upcoming fashion show. For more information, email syedalee (at) aol (dot) com.

If you’re into the latest trends, peep SF Bay Style’s list of all that’s on the horizon for spring and summer fashion.

For upcoming fashion and shopping events, check out the SF Indie Fashion Calendar…

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Wanted: Covet Hayes Valley Opens

You know when you really want something? Like really, really want it? A new Hayes Valley destination hopes to inspire just those kinds of covetous feelings in San Francisco shoppers with its selection of locally-made jewelry, handbags and gift items.

The second outpost of Covet opened quietly in the neighborhood last month, and we hear a grand opening celebration is on the horizon.

“We are really excited about the new store.  It has more wall space, so we can carry more purses and other accessories than the Arguello store,” says Adrienne Wiley of Frolick Jewelry, who co-owns both stores with Ofina Jewelry designer Liza Anongchanya.

With the added space comes the addition of new lines, including bags by De La Luna, Lulla Belle and Shara Porter, as well as candles by Urban Rituelle and stationery by Papaya.

See it for yourself at 415 Hayes St., San Francisco, CA.

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Local Designer’s Shoes Shine at Fashion Week

Lest you think San Francisco designers were absent from the runways of Bryant Park last month, think again. Martha Davis Shoes were the sole (pun intended) ped-protectors chosen to accompany the Koi Suwannagate fall 2010 ready-to-wear collection. Black leather ankle booties, strappy heels and open-toed platform wedges by Davis complimented Suwannagate’s polished, yet easy-going collection with their subdued, sophisticated appeal.

Of the chance to show off her latest alongside a designer’s work she admires, Davis had this to say:

“Each of our collections has a distinct individuality that supported the other’s without cluttering or overpowering. Koi Suwannagate is a huge talent – it was an honor to collaborate with her.”

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Natasha Bedingfield Dons Local Jewelry Line

While we’re not ones to be starstruck, we do love a celebrity sighting every now and again. Even better? A celeb spotted donning San Francisco-made fashion. The latest to grab that distinction is blond songstress Natasha Bedingfield, shown here at the G-Star Raw fall/winter 2010 presentation during New York Fashion Week in accessories by the City’s Gold & Citrus.

We love how she’s layered the local line’s intricately-detailed pieces for a sweetened up twist on rocker chic.

Below, the pieces Bedingfield chose: the Tangelo necklace in woven 24k gold-plated bugle beads and the Nearrings, a necklace-and-earrings combo in gold-plated beads and brass chain.

Photography: top image courtesy of Getty Images; below courtesy of Gold & Citrus.

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News: Princess Project Dress Drive, The BKC’s 1st Girlie Items, New Collections + More

All fashion-minded eyes may be on New York this week, but there’s still much to love right here in good ‘ole SF. A few examples:

The Princess Project has kicked off its 2010 dress drive. Check here for Bay Area drop-off locations and stay tuned for upcoming information about additional events.

The Brooklyn Circus brings something for the ladies to the Fillmore shop – for the very first time. Now in store, you’ll find the elephant earrings shown here. Even better, they’re handmade and exclusively available in San Francisco.

San Francisco native Patrik Ervell impresses Anna Wintour at New York Fashion Week. Via 7×7 Glamwatch.

Speaking of San Francisco natives and New York Fashion Week, Metier has the scoop on the mayhem outside the Alexander Wang show on Saturday.

Gold & Citrus just released its latest collection of delectable baubles. Dubbed Show Some Skin, it features feathers and lots of gold.

If you’re looking for spring dresses, Simply Chic has a slew of new styles priced under $80.

Today only, you can enter to win a dress from Amanda Archer, a once-local designer who’s moved on to Portland (and soon, Chicago from there, we hear). It’s a great chance to own one of this independent designer’s feminine dresses.

The Seventh Heart declares that comfort is the new luxury.

SF Unzipped reminds us that we really need to go see the Cartier & America exhibit on view at the Palace of the Legion of Honor.

We tend to agree with The Finer Dandy that Kell on Earth may be just what Bravo needs most right now.

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