Burnt Orange, Flocked linen, Shark jaws and Other Swankety Wonders
There will be no February gloominess around Swankety Swank! If you need a boost of light and air, stop by the shop and luxuriate in the glow of handmade, artisan goods! Yabette and many of our other artists have some fabulous new items in the store. Take a peak!
Traveling Blogger From UK Discovers Swankety Swank… & We Discover Her.
I recently enjoyed finding a lovely little ode to our shop tucked away in a corner of the net I had never ventured into, jumping back several years. It gives one a pleasant perspective on just how long we’ve been “keeping on” and of course it’s always fantastic to be appreciated. It was an honor to [...]
Edwardian Ball 2012: A Fresh Approach
Edwardian Ball is near! Do you have your look together? If you are looking for something new and swankety, we’ve got you covered with some of the Bay Area’s sexiest finery. We asked one of our favorite models, Ann, to show off some hot looks to inspire you. From dangerous beauty to elegant lady, you’ll [...]
Shop Local, Save the World! (And a Get a Nieves Give-Away!)
Photographs by Christine Donley, taken for the upcoming Swankety Swank Holiday Inspiration Magazine, an online publication featuring our artists and designers. With everything going on in the world today, many of us are asking ourselves what we can do to make a difference and to create positive change in our own lives, and in our [...]
Inspired by Autumn, Around the Shop
Wait, wait! Now, if you’re in San Francisco, you are not only enjoying autumn, you’re also enjoying Indian Summer! Happily, we are still carrying some beautiful, perfect for lounging at Golden Gate park, or for an evening of outdoor cocktails around the city. (Just remember to bring a shawl, wrap or cardigan!)
Speaking of “Closed” on Labor Day…
Swankety Swank will be closed on Labor Day. Alex and I will be at our son’s soccer clinic and potluck fundraiser for his team’s uniforms. If you are Bay Area parents of kids who love soccer, come over and join in on the fun! And now, further into the subject of Labor Day, I was [...]
Gabby Young & Other Animals Get Swankety
Last week Swankety band Gabby Young & Other Animals found their way into Swankety Swank.
Bohemian Dreams
It was the Twenty Eleven San Francisco Summer: We were on the verge of an awakening.
Swankety Swashbucklers!
If you plan to attend Vallejo’s Northern California Pirate Festival or other great themed parties this summer, you can get all the booty at Swankety Swank and support local artists with sensational style. Whether you need a small accessory to add to your authenticity or the full regalia, you can find it at Swankety [...]
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Swankety Swank over Memorial Day Weekend!
Number 5. You may have decided not to travel this weekend, since gas prices are higher this year. So you may have visitors at your apartment and you really need to impress your In-Laws. Bring them to Swankety Swank for a taste of authentic, made-in-the-Bay-Area goods.
