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Marin County’s rural side blooming with artisan-chic finds

Amano Studio Jewelry of Sonoma is displayed at The Shop in Olema, California, on Sat. March 26, 2016.

Marin County is a well-known weekend destination for nature, relaxation and much-needed fresh air. In recent months, however, the coastal area has become a tempting, off-the-beaten-path shopping haven. ...

Dolce & Gabbana heats up the Mid-Winter Gala

Anne-Sophie Deneve (left) with fashion designer Domenico Dolce and her husband, Apple Special Projects VP Paul Deneve, at the Legion of Honor for the Mid-Winter Gala. March 2016.

A large dose of la dolce vita recently landed at the Legion of Honor when famed fashion designer Domenico Dolce arrived for the Fine Arts Museums’ Mid-Winter Gala. Hosted by the museums’ Junior ...

Four great not-so-basic Little Black Dresses

The Twister Dress By Porto. $236. UKO, 350 Hayes St., San Francisco; (415) 252-7719. www.ukosf.com Credit: Courtesy of Porto

If you want to stand out this spring, go against the kaleidoscopic grain of the floral 2016 takeover: Pull out a little black dress. Nearly a century after Chanel debuted the LBD in 1926, the chic noir ...

Designer Vasily Vein’s operatic turn for ‘Iolanta’

Fashion designer Vasily Vein shows a dress he is designing for a russian opera at his studio in Sausilito, California, on tuesday, march 29, 2016.

Designer’s operatic turn Russian-born fashion designer Vasily Vein (seen above) is no stranger to drama ...

When Elsie met Tony: Luxury volumes an elegant read

�The Walk to Elsie's� (Cecil Court Press, $250), co-authored by Flynn Kuhnert, is a two volume luxury edition seen in San Francisco, California, on thursday, march 31, 2016. It features original artwork by mid-century artist Tony Duquette.

Elsie de Wolfe and Tony Duquette were superstars of the interior design world who came to define elegance in the 20th century. A new novel, “The Walk to Elsie's: A Loving Memory of Elsie de Wolfe ...

6 don’t-miss events, April 10-17

Fine jewelry by Christina Odegard (such as these�Matin Bison d'or earrings of carved buffalo and 18k gold)�photographs by Kenneth Shelvin and ceramics by Olen Hsu are on display at Shibumi Gallery through April. Noon-6 p.m. Saturdays. Noon-5 p.m. Sundays. By appointment during the week. 1402 Fifth St., Berkeley.�https://shibumigallery.com

1. Trunk show: Christina Kim of clothing, accessories and housewares line Dosa will be at Workshop in Sausalito showcasing her latest collections. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. April 15-16. 52 Princess St., Sausalito. ...

Berkeley Running Club brings couple together

Nikki Snowhite and Robert Hart�were married on October 17 at the Faculty Club at UC Berkeley, with Nikki�s brother officiating. The groom�s parents are almond farmers, and almond wood was used as a decorative element throughout the wedding, and almonds they grew were the wedding favors. In a nod to the groom�s Swedish heritage (his mother is Swedish), he made his own version of Aquavit, a traditional Scandinavian spirit. They surprised Robert�s mom and family from Sweden by singing a Swedish drinking song (the wedding party had learned the words in advance). Indie Cakes &ies was the cakemaker.

Both Nikki Snowhite and Robert Hart joined the Berkeley Running Club for the obvious reasons: to run. Neither anticipated they would also meet their spouse. Nikki, 37, who grew up in Redlands (San ...

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Mid-Winter Gala goes glam with Dolce & Gabbana

Guests attended the Mid Winter Gala March 31 at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco.

La Dolce — and Gabbana — ruled the Legion of Honor at last night’s Mid-Winter Gala. How could it not, with the glamorous Italian brand as the lead sponsor and designer Domenico Dolce in attendance? ...

Light Dark Studio takes art out of the gallery and into fashion

The silkscreen scarf medusa pictured in the Light Dark Studio March 5, 2016 in Oakland, Calif.

Husband and wife Nick Karvounis and Bessma Khalaf of Oakland’s Light Dark Studio first got the idea of transferring silk prints to scarves from a gift Karvounis sent to Khalaf three years ago when they ...

Joni Binder’s self-awakening in Kenya

Joni Binder, author of��Mile 46: Face to Face in Maasailand�

As a 21-year-old college student in the late ’80s, photographer and arts education advocate Joni Binder spent a term in Kenya and lived with a traditional Maasai family in a dung hut on the rugged ...

Power Trip women’s summit inspires women to stick together

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If, as former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright said at a recent rally for presidential contender Hillary Clinton, there’s a “special place in hell” for women who don’t suppport other women, ...

Arts Medallion’s double-duty honors

Chronicle Books CEO Nion McEvoy (left) with Museum of Performance + Design Executive Director Muriel Maffrie and author Robert Mailer Anderson at the museum's Arts Medallion lunch. March 2016.

Museum of Performance + Design Executive Director Muriel Maffre and event chair Pattie Lawton were delighted to twice present the 2016 Arts Medallion — to the dynamic, arts-loving duo of author ...

9 don’t-miss items March 27-April 2

Designer Brenda Houston launches a gallery show at Gump's San Francisco on March 31, 2016.

1. TOMS San Mateo Warehouse Sale: Shop shoes, bags and eyewear at the TOMS warehouse sale in San Mateo and support those in need with every purchase. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. March 31-April 1. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. April ...

Hawaiian outrigger canoe culture crosses the Pacific

Originally used for fishing, travel, commerce and war, outrigger canoes today are most often used in racing, but the traditions that sustained the Hawaiian culture are still an integral part of the sport. ...

Lace-up flats put a spring in your step

This ballerina flat with laces by Etro is the latest trend for spring and summer 2016. It is available in cream, claret and black and retails for $1,120 at www.netaporter.com. Credit: Courtesy of Net-A-Porter

What’s this? Why, a little bit of soft drama for spring. The flat has itself tied up in knots. From Chloe, Aquazzura and Stuart Weitzman to the more budget-friendly Steve Madden, Zara and Chinese ...

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9 don’t-miss style events, April 3-9

An Anne Namba design is seen on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 in Honolulu, Hawaii. This ensemble features Namba's new Spring 2014 line, "Floral Ombre," a pattern focused on strong blue and turquoise green colors with a floral motif. The duster jacket sells for $325; the camisole top for $97 and the palazzo pants for $248. The jade bead necklace with snuff bottle pendant is $300. Available at www.annenamba.com and at the Anne Namba boutique, 324 Kamani St, Honolulu, HI.

1. Bouquets to Art Art blooms to life at the de Young Museum’s annual fundraiser, on view Tuesday-next Sunday, April 5-10; discussions and lectures Wednesday-Thursday, April 6-7. ...

Lulu Frost lightens up with pearls

Lulu Frost's spring Modmode line also includes these adaptable Patti earrings.

Leave it to Lulu Frost founder and designer Lisa Salzer to fashion her latest collection on the ultimate #girlboss — the 1960s mod woman. Inspired by icons like Anita Pallenberg, Eartha Kitt and Marianne ...

Stanlee Gatti honored at CCA gala

SF Park & Rec Commissioner Meagan Levitan (left) and Levi's Stadium Operations VP Jim Mercurio triumphed at Il Fornaio during the Museo Italo Americano's Pasta Cook-Off with their killer Bolognese. March 2016.

Event designer Stanlee Gatti didn’t create the gala design for the recent California College of the Arts Scholarship fundraiser, yet he still fussed over it. “Oh, I think this table ...

Rodarte to be honored by Academy of Art this spring; Warrior...

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 16: (L-R from 2nd from Left) Designers Kate Mulleavy, Laura Mulleavy and actress Jennifer Jason Leigh pose backstage at the Rodarte Fall 2016 fashion show during New York Fashion Week on February 16, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Ben Gabbe/Getty Images)

Rodarte in S.F.: Big San Francisco fashion news hit the socialsphere today via author and fashion collector Christine Suppes’ Facebook feed: “It is with great ...

Hudson Grace bunnies a grace note for spring

Ceramic bunnies from Italy are custom made for Hudson Grace home wares in the Bay Area. White retails for $60 and brown for $75.

Here’s something to chew on as you make garden plans this year. These ornamental ceramic bunnies will inflict no damage to your plants and should be a conversation-starter during summer brunches. ...

Online haters gonna hate

Connectivity columnist Tony Bravo is seen on Monday, Jan. 12, 2015 in San Francisco, Calif.

Checking social media feeds before I’m caffeinated is a habit I’m trying to break: It helps to have your wits about you when getting those notifications. One morning before the Super Bowl, I was in bed ...

A Millennial Betty Crocker offers organic cake from a box

Sarah Jones shows a cake she made with her brand of Miss Jones organic cake mix and frostings in San Francisco, California, on tuesday, march 15, 2016.

Sarah Jones liked baking so much at age 3 that she pulled out a drawer and sat amid the pots and pans to let her mom know it was time to bake. In grade school, her favorite treat was oatmeal cookies, with ...

Leo’s Oyster Bar a polished pearl of design

Anna Weinberg (left) and husband James Nicholas, who are own multiple restaurants, pose for a portrait at their newest spot, Leo's Oyster Bar on Friday, March 4, 2016 in San Francisco, California.

When setting the stage at her and husband James Nicholas’ newest restaurant, Leo’s Oyster Bar in the Financial District, Anna Weinberg had two contrasting pop culture references in mind. “I was ...

This Week's Stories

Marin County’s rural side blooming with artisan-chic finds

Amano Studio Jewelry of Sonoma is displayed at The Shop in Olema, California, on Sat. March 26, 2016.

Marin County is a well-known weekend destination for nature, relaxation and much-needed fresh air. In recent months, however, the coastal area has become a tempting, off-the-beaten-path shopping haven. ...

Dolce & Gabbana heats up the Mid-Winter Gala

Anne-Sophie Deneve (left) with fashion designer Domenico Dolce and her husband, Apple Special Projects VP Paul Deneve, at the Legion of Honor for the Mid-Winter Gala. March 2016.

A large dose of la dolce vita recently landed at the Legion of Honor when famed fashion designer Domenico Dolce arrived for the Fine Arts Museums’ Mid-Winter Gala. Hosted by the museums’ Junior ...

Four great not-so-basic Little Black Dresses

The Twister Dress By Porto. $236. UKO, 350 Hayes St., San Francisco; (415) 252-7719. www.ukosf.com Credit: Courtesy of Porto

If you want to stand out this spring, go against the kaleidoscopic grain of the floral 2016 takeover: Pull out a little black dress. Nearly a century after Chanel debuted the LBD in 1926, the chic noir ...

Designer Vasily Vein’s operatic turn for ‘Iolanta’

Fashion designer Vasily Vein shows a dress he is designing for a russian opera at his studio in Sausilito, California, on tuesday, march 29, 2016.

Designer’s operatic turn Russian-born fashion designer Vasily Vein (seen above) is no stranger to drama ...

When Elsie met Tony: Luxury volumes an elegant read

�The Walk to Elsie's� (Cecil Court Press, $250), co-authored by Flynn Kuhnert, is a two volume luxury edition seen in San Francisco, California, on thursday, march 31, 2016. It features original artwork by mid-century artist Tony Duquette.

Elsie de Wolfe and Tony Duquette were superstars of the interior design world who came to define elegance in the 20th century. A new novel, “The Walk to Elsie's: A Loving Memory of Elsie de Wolfe ...

6 don’t-miss events, April 10-17

Fine jewelry by Christina Odegard (such as these�Matin Bison d'or earrings of carved buffalo and 18k gold)�photographs by Kenneth Shelvin and ceramics by Olen Hsu are on display at Shibumi Gallery through April. Noon-6 p.m. Saturdays. Noon-5 p.m. Sundays. By appointment during the week. 1402 Fifth St., Berkeley.�https://shibumigallery.com

1. Trunk show: Christina Kim of clothing, accessories and housewares line Dosa will be at Workshop in Sausalito showcasing her latest collections. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. April 15-16. 52 Princess St., Sausalito. ...

Berkeley Running Club brings couple together

Nikki Snowhite and Robert Hart�were married on October 17 at the Faculty Club at UC Berkeley, with Nikki�s brother officiating. The groom�s parents are almond farmers, and almond wood was used as a decorative element throughout the wedding, and almonds they grew were the wedding favors. In a nod to the groom�s Swedish heritage (his mother is Swedish), he made his own version of Aquavit, a traditional Scandinavian spirit. They surprised Robert�s mom and family from Sweden by singing a Swedish drinking song (the wedding party had learned the words in advance). Indie Cakes &ies was the cakemaker.

Both Nikki Snowhite and Robert Hart joined the Berkeley Running Club for the obvious reasons: to run. Neither anticipated they would also meet their spouse. Nikki, 37, who grew up in Redlands (San ...

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