SF Life: Fashion, Tulips, Pi Day, Films, Art
March heralds the promise of spring, longer days, and fresh blooms. Want a wardrobe refresh? We have found the best vintage stores around— recycle and reuse— it’s good for the planet. SFMOMA also celebrates women designers and their amazing creations. Free tulips are coming next weekend, and celebrate Pi Day at The Exploratorium. The Sonoma Film Fest is on deck, and The Superfair Art Show is for all you art collectors, especially those looking for a unique work.
Vintage Finds
We all probably have more than enough clothes in our closets, but something new, or something new to you, feels like therapy (ok, to me it does.) I also feel great when I purchase something gently used or Vintage. Fortunately, there is no shortage of Vintage finds in the Bay area.
Haight Street has the highest concentration of vintage clothing stores. From the Goodwill to the formidable DECADES OF FASHION located in an old bank, the street has the full spectrum of eras. My personal favorite is RELIC VINTAGE. Owner Oren Scott curates this jewel box of a store with the most beautiful selection of impeccable party dresses from a range of decades. There are also men’s suits, coats, beaded sweaters, and a fantastic selection of accessories, including undergarments to mold one’s shape into a 1940s pinup. Don’t forget Lower Haight, too, where you’ll find FUZZ N SWAY and other interesting shops.
TANGERINE QUEEN is a by-appointment-only space on Union Street where bold and eclectic style sparks buckets of joy. The showroom is packed with a riot of colors, textures and sparkle.
Located on the edge of the Mission District in a space that almost feels like a speakeasy, is EMPRESS VINTAGE. Plan to fall deep into this rabbit hole, which is lovingly cultivated by stylist Janina Angel Bath, who takes pride in the fact that she personally restores and maintains all of her items. The collection reaches across decades with accessories and jewelry galore. Another bonus: her prices are very reasonable. She loves to host shopping parties, so grab a group of friends and make an appointment.
Women in Design at SFMOMA
SFMOMA is celebrating the women whose creativity, vision, and craftsmanship elevate everyday experiences. To honor their impact, they have curated a special selection of products designed by women — pieces that bring thoughtful design and bold imagination to life.
Ayca Kilicoglu is a San Francisco–based designer, illustrator, and educator. She designs vibrant, sophisticated, and eye-catching prints with whimsical and unexpected details that allude to power.
Carissa Potter is an Oakland-based artist and author who makes prints and small objects that explore intimacy with humor and emotional honesty. Her work reflects a tender, hopeful romanticism, capturing universal human experiences and the messages we all long to hear.
Kristina Micotti is an illustrator and designer from the San Francisco Bay Area, known for her playful, bold, and simple artwork. She creates illustrations that embrace humor and joy, drawing inspiration from anything that makes her laugh. WOMEN IN DESIGN AT SFMOMA
March 21. Tulip Day is Back
The Tulips are coming! Fresh flowers brighten every home. A colorful display of more than 80,000 tulips will cover Union Square, and you are invited to visit the square and pick your own bunch of tulips. The ”tulip garden” at Union Square will open to the public at 1:00 p.m. and it will be closed at 4:30 p.m. By that time, all 80,000 tulips will be picked giving many American households a wonderful feeling. TULIPS
The Exploratorium Celebrates Pi (π) Day
The Exploratorium celebrates its own homegrown holiday. March 14th (3/14) to commemorate the irrational, transcendent, and never-ending ratio that helps describe circles of all sizes. Founded in 1988 at the Exploratorium, Pi (π) Day has become an international holiday, celebrated live and online all around the world. The numbers in the date (3/14) match the first three digits of the mathematical constant pi. Join in the Pi parade and eat a free piece of pie. Come for the STEAM and stay for the slice. PI DAY
March 19-22. Superfair
Indulge in 4 days of art from March 19 to 22 at Fort Mason. This fair will include more than 150 artists, dozens of installations, in-fair programs and opportunities to connect with creators from the Bay Area and beyond. The Superfair (formerly Superfine Art Fair) is a large-scale, accessible art fair featuring 180+ independent artists. Located at the Gateway Pavilion, it offers directly purchased, curated works, including painting and photography, along with performances, DJs, and themed opening nights. The event highlights a “disruptor” approach to traditional art fairs, designed to connect artists directly with buyers in a high-energy, vibrant atmosphere. If you don’t know where to begin, they offer a curator as a guide to assist you on your journey into the world of art collecting. This semiprivate tour will help you discover how to spot works that match your taste, connect meaningfully with artists, and navigate the buying process with confidence. Perfect for new collectors or anyone curious about the art fair experience. Limited to 20 participants per tour, so reserve your spot today! SUPERFAIR
March 25-29. Sonoma International Film Fest
Not that we ever need an excuse to visit Sonoma, but the SIFF, Sonoma International Film Fest is a great time to sip wine, learn and dine. March 25 – 29th, you will get five days of film, food, wine and fun. Sample panels include:
The Power of Storytelling: Great documentaries don’t just inform, they ignite action. How do filmmakers turn powerful stories into real-world impact long after the credits roll? Join SIFF filmmakers for a dynamic conversation about activism, audience engagement, and the bold strategies they’re using to spark meaningful change.
The Art of Casting: The Craft behind the New Oscar: With the Academy Awards now honoring Casting, step inside the creative process of choosing the faces you fall in love with on screen. Discover how chemistry sparks, stars are born, and unforgettable ensembles come to life.
Food, Film & the Future: Storytelling through Sustainability: When food meets film, powerful conversations begin. Join chefs, filmmakers, and sustainability leaders for an engaging discussion inspired by the film Fork in the Road, exploring how storytelling can reshape the way we grow, cook, and consume. A dynamic conversation at the intersection of culture, cuisine, and climate. SIFF
Kim Selby, the SF life editor of The Three Tomatoes, is your gal for info on what’s hot and happening in the beautiful bay area. Having lived on the Left Coast for 27 years, after almost a decade in NYC, she has explored and continues to have adventures all over the San Francisco area. Passionate about fashion, formerly with GLAMOUR magazine and Fashion Director at Saks Fifth Avenue , Palo Alto, Kim produced fashion shows in the bay area for over 20 years. She now creates events to empower, delight and inspire women, aka “Tomatoes”. Learn more about Kim at www.kimduffselby.com
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