This week, I’m kicking things off a little early with today’s opening of the Chameleon Shoppes holiday pop-ups downtown, a maker pop-up and workshop series that’s worth the trip to Duluth, and vintage shopping galore. Here are my top local style + shopping picks for this week:
Stylist Priyanka Premo in a look from AudreyRose Vintage, photographed by Dammel Photographic Works
WEDNESDAY–FRIDAY:
Chameleon Shoppes holiday pop-ups open: This holiday retail pop-up features more than dozen top makers spread throughout three locations on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis. Visit Reparations Apparel and L.I.F.E. Custom Clothing on the first floor of Gaviidae Common, and check out more than 20 other retailers on the skyway level of Gaviidae and IDS Center, including jewelry from ROX and Jac & Violet, fashions from The Cat Lab, and fair-trade baskets from House of Talents. Open 11am–3pm every Wednesday–Friday through December 20 @ Gaviidae Common & IDS Center, downtown Mpls
THURSDAY:
AudreyRose Vintage Style Shoot: As part of First Thursdays at the Northrup King Building, vintage shop AudreyRose Vintage is hosting an evening of photographic vintage fun. She’ll be joined by stylish Priyanka Premo and Dammel Photographic Works, who’ll style and shoot attendees in vintage garb, photobooth-style. Come join in on the fun along with sips and shopping, and check out other open studios while you’re at it. 5–9pm @ Northrup King #238, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls
It’s our Birthday! @ Pharmacie: The Lyndale boutique celebrates its 6th birthday with a party, and everyone’s invited. If you haven’t been in awhile, it’s worth checking out again—the gift and home store recently expanded to add a thoughtful selection of menswear and men’s accessories from some very cool, lesser-known brands. And it’s still a great spot to grab a unique, “where’d you find that?” host/hostess gift. 5–9pm @ Pharmacie, 2743 Lyndale Ave S, Mpls
FRIDAY:
Askov Finlayson Grand Reopening + Winter Parka Launch: Celebrate the launch of the homegrown brand's new "radically sustainable, climate-positive" winter parka and the reopening its North Loop flagship store, with cocktails from Marvel Bar, snacks & s'mores. The parka is the first product to use 3M Thinsulate 100% Recycled Featherless Insulation, and it's built to endure Minnesota winters. You can order it now at askovfinlayson.com or shop in store. 5–7pm @ Askov Finlayson, 200 N 1st St, Mpls
SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
SHOP + MAKE: An Interactive Pop-up: Here’s a good excuse for a trip up to Duluth for the weekend: Vikre Distillery is hosting a pop-up market featuring some top Minnesota makers, like Celina Kane, Winsome Goods, Hemlocks Leatherworks, ScarfShop, Duluth–based Instagram fashion resaler Noihsaf Bazaar, and more. And that’s not all—there will be workshops both days, including intro to embroidery, denim repair, and more, plus (of course) craft cocktails whipped up by the Vikre staff. Saturday noon–8pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ Vikre Distillery, 525 S Lake Ave, Duluth. Sign up for the workshops at eventbrite.com
While you’re in Duluth, check out some of my other favorite spots:
🌲 Annex Novelty, a gift shop featuring Spirit Valley Vintage
🌲 Father Time Antiques, a truly epic antique store
🌲 Bailey Builds, a collaborative makers marketplace
🌲 Anchor Bar in Superior, the best (and cheapest) burgers in the land, cheap bear and shipwreck decor galore
SUNDAY:
Minneapolis Vintage Market: This monthly market is a can’t-miss for local vintage fashion fans, boasting a rotating lineup of dozens of local vendors. This month’s edition includes Moth Oddities, Kollektiv, My Sisters’ Closet, Glam Diggers Vintage, Älskling and more. $10 early bird admission 11am–noon, free entry noon–5pm @ Chowgirls at Solar Arts, 711 15th Ave NE, Mpls
TUESDAY:
Stephanie’s Charity Birthday Party: Local artist Stephanie Dillon of Fleur de Junk is celebrating her birthday for a good cause with a day of philanthropic shopping. It will feature a rare pop-up trunk show by Stephanie Lake Design, with jewelry sales benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities, plus food and drinks sponsored by MartinPatrick3, Cambria, Fhimas Minneapolis, Cozen O’Connor and Big Watt Coffee. 11am–8pm @ MartinPatrick3, 2212 3rd Ave N, Mpls
DAILY:
The Grand Collective Holiday Pop-up: St. Paul’s Grand Avenue has gotten a bit more stylish recently with the opening of The Grand Collective, a new collaborative pop-up from the mind of Mona Williams owner Patric Richardson (aka the The Laundry Evangelist). It features a mix of local retailers (June Resale, SHOP in the CITY, vintage seller Moth Oddities, Scout and North Dakota boutique Jax & Henley) and Minnesota makers (WAAM Industries, Minnesota Made, NICE NICE Ceramics, Hagen & Oats and more), plus Mona Williams' line of luxe laundry products. The store will be open through the end of the year, and maybe longer. Hours: Monday–Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 11am–6pm, Sunday noon–6pm @ 791 Grand Ave, St Paul
Here are a few more recommended local maker events this weekend:
Nokomis Fall Urban Craft & Art Fair: This annual fall event features 48 local indie crafters and artists selling handmade gifts, artisan food, textiles, art and more. Saturday from 9:30am–4pm @ Lake Nokomis Recreation Center, 2401 E Minnehaha Pkwy, Mpls
Artists Boutique by the Creek: Find jewelry, pottery and art by Bridget Clark, Wild Birds Flying and more. Saturday from 10am–5pm @ 5012 S 12th Ave, Mpls
Plate & Parcel Holiday Market: Formerly the Linden Hills Holiday Market, this weekly indoor farmers market features a rotating lineup of local artisans curated by Minneapolis Craft Market. Saturday from 10am–3pm @ Wagner Garden Center, 6024 Penn Ave S, Richfield
Vikse Designs Holiday Trunk Show: Check out the latest designs by the local maker made from stone and sterling silver. Saturday from noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls