Celebrate scholarly success with these product pics from local companies and stores. Pocket Hat; $35 Bart Bridge, Vacaville Grads can flaunt their hometown pride — and stash cash, an ID or a credit card — in this line of hats featuring hand-sewn patch pockets; there are loads of locales to choose from. Sweetheart Necklace; from […]
Celebrate scholarly success with these product pics from local companies and stores. Pocket Hat; $35 Bart Bridge, Vacaville Grads can flaunt their hometown pride — and stash cash, an ID or a credit card — in this line of hats featuring hand-sewn patch pockets; there are loads of locales to choose from. Sweetheart Necklace; from […]
Here’s some great local finds that are both beautiful and sustainable. Adele Coverlet; from $517 Bella Notte, Novato Designed, cut, sewn and dyed in Novato, this 100% organic cotton, single-layer, damask-weave coverlet is embellished with a subtle pattern and silk-velvet edge. Tinted Organic Mineral Sunscreen Lotion SPF 30; $20 Olita, San Rafael Shield skin from […]
Whether it’s emerald, hunter or lime, it’s the time of year for green. Here are some stylish finds to help you look the part. Parker Blouse; $154 Firuze, Sausalito Designed by shop founder Firuzé Hariri, the distinctive, permanently pleated texture of this classic long-sleeve, button-down blouse is created by hand; the easy-care microfiber fabric is […]
When you’re trying to get out the door, a quick shower is in order. But if you’ve got a little down time, and are in need of some at-home relaxation, just about every self-care checklist recommends taking a bath—and for good reason. Baths come with a whole lot of mental and physical health benefits, everything […]
When it comes to embracing an environmentally responsible lifestyle, even small choices can end up making an impact over the long term, and that goes for our beauty practices as well. Here are five beauty treatments from local spas that support an eco-friendly ethos. Cavallo Point Healing Arts Center & Spa, Sausalito Organic Massage The […]
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner — help make this holiday a sweet one with these gifts from Chicago-area shops and small businesses. Love Zoom Balloon$54, Luft Balloon This balloon “bouquet” is the perfect way to shower your loved one with love. Even better, the latex balloons are made in the U.S. and are […]
Treat your loved ones to these tokens of affection, from designers and creators from Marin and beyond. Stagg EKG Electric Pour-Over Kettle; $189 (as shown) Fellow, San Francisco Pour-over perfectionists will swoon over this kettle that is as attractive on the countertop as it is functional, offering variable temperature control, quick heat time and precision […]
These must-have products from Bay Area brands and shops will keep you looking good from head to toe. Sexy Glow Shimmer Powder; $36 Margarita Cosmetics, Tiburon This versatile shimmer powder from Moscow- and Marin County-trained beauty and skincare expert Margo Martynko can be used on its own or mixed with lotion. Helix AM/PM Eye Gel; $52 […]
From Princess Diana-inspired sapphire rings to dangling hoop earrings studded with diamonds, mother-daughter duo Mariel Baker and Denise Forbes, co-owners of California Girl Jewelry in Mill Valley, can design pretty much any piece of jewelry their clients desire. “We can make it from a sketch, photo or even a person’s imagination,” says Baker. And there […]
