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August 15, 2008 Put On Your Shopping Shoes ![]() Elizabeth Wilson in her Kansas City studio. Courtesy of Asiatica What: Designer meet-and-greet/Asiatica Trunk Show When: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Aug. 19 Where: Boulette’s Larder, Ferry Building Why: Meet Susan Wilson, art historian and Kansas City designer behind Asiatica designs, who crafts pieces from Japanese textiles and vintage kimonos for her one-of-a-kind women’s garments sold at SF’s Obiko and Bergdorf Goodman in NYC. Check out her fall collection at her trunk show 1-4 p.m., Aug. 20-23 at the Grand Hyatt Union Square. ![]() Gold cuff (above) and cocktail ring by local designer John S. Brana. Courtesy of John S. Brana What: 12th Annual Designers by the Bay and Fine Jewelry Showcase When: 7 p.m. Aug. 21 Where: Shreve & Co., 200 Post St. Why: See what’s shiny and new for fall by 15 local designers—while sipping cocktail and nibbling on hors d’oeuvres—at the 12th annual event hosted by the Women’s Jewelry Association, Northern California Chapter. ![]() Courtesy of Aritzia What: Aritzia store grand opening party When: Aug. 22-24 Where: Aritzia, 865 Market St., Westfield San Francisco Shopping Centre Why: DJ sets (between 1-5 p.m.), gift giveaways and new young women’s fashions debuting at this Canadian retailer making its SF debut. ![]() Courtesy of Bliss What: Bliss Blowout Sale When: 9 a.m.-9p.m., Aug. 18-24 Where: Bliss Spa, W Hotel, 181 3rd St., 4th Floor Why: Stock up—and save up to 70%—on all your Bliss beauty faves. |
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