Sustainable style news from EcoSalon’s West Coast fashion correspondent.

Sayonara Sale – Joslin Van Arsdale’s boutique, Eco Citizen has long been the go-to place for finding the most fabulous eco outfit in the Bay Area. Over the years, Arsdale has had the exclusive on the latest lines from Linda Loudermilk, The Podolls and talented local SF Designer, Sara Shepherd. Shutting its doors this summer, the store’s closing sale starts today and runs until the end of July. With deeply discounted prices on designs from Prairie Underground, Koch, Organic, H. Fredricksson, Popomomo, Indigenous, Bodkin and many more, you and Eco Citizen will be going-out with a green-colored bang this summer.

We wish Joslin all the best of luck as she moves forward.

Catch 33 – Portland is a veritable hotbed for emerging sustainable designers at the moment, which makes this weekend’s first annual Alley 33 fashion show a don’t-miss event. Hosted by Mag-Big, Siren Nation and Breedom Public Sewing House, the count for participating local fashion designers is currently at 33 and between them they’ll be showing everything from easy-fit casual wear to high couture. The show, designed to promote sustainability through local production, will re-shape the alley of Hawthorne’s 33rd Ave. into an urban runway, bringing high fashion to a public space. Doors open at 4p.m., the show starts at 6 p.m.

California Baby – Is it just me or is anyone else noticing that there are a lot of pregnant ladies around right now? Musicians and celebrities particularly seem a very fertile bunch. Since actress Kate Hudson and her rocker fiancé Matt Bellamy of Muse asked their famous friends to plant ‘celebration trees’ to mark the arrival of their baby boy, I’ve been searching for an equally low impact baby shower gift. Made in San Francisco, Bibana bib’s are made using re-purposed bandannas in punk-chic color combinations and make the perfect gift for hip parents and future rock star kids.

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Sustainable fashion news from Ecosalon’s West Coast correspondent.

Love’s Lustre — Looking for the perfect something for Mom this Sunday? LA based jeweler,  Jeffrey Levin, has handcrafted the mother of all Mother’s Day gifts with his sustainably harvested, resin, dye and bleach-free mother of pearl collection. Just like Mom, the iridescent pearl is soothing when life feels stressful. Its retro qualities are rendered modern by Levin’s substantial recycled silver setting and careful crafting. An attached tiny precious heart charm, available in gold, silver and white or black diamond, signifies how much you care. Available as an adjustable ring or pendant. Enjoy 30% off through Mother’s Day by entering code JLECO at check out.

Sew Cool — Watching a live runway show together may be the best way to bond with Mom this weekend. The Academy of Art University’s School of Fashion’s talented graduates showcase their latest collections this Saturday, at 2pm in the Tent at 601 Brannan Street in San Francisco. The Academy’s world renowned fashion programs have turned out some of the Bay area’s best sustainable talent, with EcoSalon featured designers such as Sara Shepherd, Camilla Olson and Emily Melville learning their craft there. The only fashion school in the world to show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Lincoln Center each season, this event is open to the public and admission is free. RSVP here and get there early for the best view.

Fabric Of Fashion — What do launching your own fashion line, the conscious clothing movement, celebrity culture, and West Coast style all have in common? They’re all part of the planned panel discussions for the Afingo Fashion Forum event in Los Angeles on May 5th. For all budding eco-fashion types, this event aims to introduce you to who you need to know. Held at the California Market Center, tickets are available online.

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Metallic Glam has been identified and secured by Style.com and WWD as a significant category for this fall. Designers such as Marc Jacobs, Ralph Lauren and Donna Karen all offered up their renditions for this eye-catching trend! Fortunately, eco-designers were equally ambitious and attuned.

Linda Loudermilk included a sleek and sexy silver dress in her Fall collection. Sara Shepherd’s silver dress crosses over from office attire to a sophisticated evening look. And if you are preparing for a night at the Opera, attending an evening wedding this fall or a charity black-tie event Leanne Marshall has just the dress for you in a full length charcoal grey gown.

Style tip: If you are fair skinned, opt for the silver toned dresses, while darker skinned femmes should sport golden hues.

Regardless of the occasion, give your standby black beauty a rest and go for a metallic number that will catch everyone’s attention and hold it!

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