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Fashion weekend events

Score a new outfit for less than $30 at one of the many sample sales happening this weekend or get inspired by fashion by attending one of the fashion shows this weekend in San Francisco.  Whatever you decide to do, enjoy your weekend in style!

 Major sale alert!  San Francisco fashion brand Weston Wear is having a blowout sale through Sunday.  Their famous collection of knit skirts and tops are only $20 while dresses and jackets are only $30.  Plus save 20% on their current Spring 2012 collection.

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Look foxy for less by shopping at Saffron Rare Thread'ssample sale and old stock clearance.  All items by this San Francisco brand are marked down to incredibly low prices compared to full retail.  Tops are $10, pants and dresses are $20 and jackets are $30.  The sale is cash only.  Make sure to stop in early for the best selection!

Lesley Evers, the Berkeley-based woman's clothing company is holding a sample sale of past collections.  Featured will be the line's signature mid-century inspired dresses, skirts and tunics marked down to as low as 80% below retail.  Great stuff you won't want to miss!

 Rock the Runway is the inaugural event of the Lifting Up Lives organization that works to help women who have been affected by domestic violence.  This fashionable event will be hosted by Real House Wives of Atlanta star NeNe Leakes.  The fundraiser includes a brunch, silent auction and runway show featuring the collections of Bay Area fashion designers Dahae Elyse Kim, Daniel Sudar, Sonar Denim, Mikelson and Danielle Pettee along with New York Designers Stevie Boi and Devon Thomas.  100% of the proceeds will go to Lifting Up Lives.  Ticket cost ranges from $25 to $100.

Local fashion brand Boditecture is debuting their latest collection in an event to benefit the Marathon Boy & Judo Hall Orphanage Trust.  Each piece in fashion designer Wen Guo collection converts into numerous wearable styles, all elegant, sophisticated and fashionable!  Her new collection "Magnetic Attraction" will present a new line of convertible designs utilizing magnets instead of zippers and buttons.  Come see the new collection before anyone else!  Cost to attend is $25 to $30.

This is the first official fashion show for "Designing a Difference".  This fashion organization is collaborating with San Francisco State University to host several charity fashion shows in the San Francisco Bay Area.  This event will raise fashion awareness and money for local schools and charities, while promoting sustainable fashion.  Tickets are $15 and include a complimentary cocktail hour.

 The Making Waves Education Program and Tsunami presents the Free2Bme Scholarship Fashion Show, displaying the students' talents and gifts through fashion, music and art.  The event will feature Bay Area fashion designers Iscah Uzza Fashion House (Camari Henderson), Evarize Designs (Erica Varize), Kanii's Kloset (Jennifer Bishop), Primavera Boutique (Eva Peralta), Earrings by Chanel (Chanel Carey), Nikki D: Soopa Nova Fashions and the Making Waves student designers.  The event will also include a private reception for VIP guests, silent auction and live entertainment.  Ticket cost is $10 to $20.

, SF Fashion News Examiner

Michele Gates is an experienced fashion industry professional with domestic and international experience. Coming from a strong background in product management, she has worked with designers developing fashion lines overseas. She has turned her passion for fashion into a career in journalism,...

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