Derek Lam Thinks San Francisco Is Paradise

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7x7 magazine asked the risky question: who is representing for the San Francisco Bay Area around the world when it comes to fashion? Well, at first blush it seems like a risky question, but the answers make it clear that although our region might be better known for food than fashion, it has produced fashion talents with gravitas on par with Alice Walker—different genre, but just as accomplished. Check out all our international ambassadors in 7x7's story—with names like Alexander Wang, Rodarte, Derek Lam and Opening Ceremony on the list, you need never hesitate to say San Francisco and fashion in the same sentence again.
· Meet the Natives Who Represent San Francisco Abroad [7x7]
· Derek Lam Is Making Cabernet in Napa Valley [Racked SF]
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