May 25, 2013

SF Fashion Events: SEE Eyewear Opening, Shopping to Benefit Homeless Prenatal Program, Urban Air Market + More


Well, hello, September. Suddenly, we’re almost in the middle of you. Quelle surprise! But onto this week’s events. Monday night, we’re heading to the SEE Eyewear VIP Opening Party on Market Street, where Project Runway‘s Mondo Guerra will be turning up. On Thursday, shop for a worthy cause during Conifer’s Fall Shopping Night benefiting the Homeless Prenatal Program. Once the weekend rolls around, prep for Saturday trunk shows from local sources such as Camilla Olson, Serial Cultura and Clary Sage Organics. Close it all out at the Urban Air Market, the massive outdoor independent fashion, design and art festival that hits Hayes Valley twice a year.

Find details on these and other upcoming San Francisco fashion events waiting on the SF Indie Fashion Calendar. And of course, as you know, it doesn’t stop there. We’re adding new fashion happenings all the time, so check back often.

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Town & Country: New Looks from Amy Mautz

black_lace_web_11When local designer Amy Mautz, owner of recently-opened Conifer boutique in Cow Hollow, tells us she’s creating for the urban girl with a soft spot for country living, we know we’re talking to a girl after our own hearts – not to mention someone who has just the kind of versatile pieces ready for a fashion gathering one night and drive to Bodega Bay the next.

“I’m always thinking about what I would wear and, as an extension, what 20- to 40-somethings that live in the city but love the country would want to wear,” says Mautz.

The longtime Built By Wendy alum’s latest ($74-$194) ranges from a retro-minded butterfly blouse and easy-going drawstring skirt to a short, flirty gold linen skirt and demure puff-sleeve blouse.

“I am typically inspired by vintage images and styles. Lately I have been in love with old 70’s pictures and designs. However, I want the pieces to feel updated and fresh. I have a soft spot for fine fabrics and details that make the silhouettes feel new,” she tells us.

Each piece save the butterfly top, due to arrive in the coming weeks, is currently available at Conifer, where you’ll find labels such as Built By Wendy and Organic by John Patrick hanging from the racks.

A great time to check out Mautz’s designs for yourself: today and tomorrow, when all clothing, jewelry and accessories are 20 percent off.

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Photography by John Michaels; hair and makeup by Hilary Sutherland