Find the best in local, sustainable, vintage and secondhand shopping this weekend in the Twin Cities. Read on for details, including a sale at one of my favorite vintage haunts (The Golden Pearl Vintage) and a sample sale from local designer Tessa Louise.
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SAVE THE DATES: I’m thrilled to be participating in the annual Planned Parenthood MN benefit fashion show, Ready or Hot, as a guest runway model, wearing an original condom couture by local designer Joy Teiken of Joynoelle! I am 100% behind Planned Parenthood’s mission to provide vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of people worldwide, so your ticket is going to a great cause. As always, the show will be styled by the singular Grant Whittaker with hair by Denny Kemp Salon and will feature looks from other local retailers and designers. The takes place on February 20 at the International Market Square. Get tickets here.
I’m also participating in the Shop Sarah Edwards’s Closet Sale taking place on February 8 at Luther Jaguar Land Rover Minneapolis, along with a slew of other local fashion fanatics and retailers. Expect major deals, one-of-a-kind vintage and steeply discounted designer goods. Get more details here.
Local designer Tessa Louise hosts a studio sale this weekend.
WEDNESDAY–SUNDAY:
The Golden Pearl Vintage Winter Sale: The Minneapolis vintage store is clearing out its winter garb for the season to make way for spring with a big sale. Save 30% on coats, fur and wool—which currently comprises at least one third of the store—including wool dresses, suits, skirts and pants for men and women. Wednesday & Thursday 11am–6pm, Friday 11am–7pm, Saturday 11am–7pm, Sunday noon–5pm @ The Golden Pearl Vintage, 507 E Hennepin Ave, Mpls
ENDS FRIDAY:
ModMaud Vintage Winter Sale: Save 25% on all vintage from the local vintage vendor. Ends 1/31 @ etsy.com/shop/modmaudvintage
Still Kickin Semi-Annual Sale: Local nonprofit Still Kickin is cleaning out its warehouse to make room for new merch, so they’re hosting a big sale in their online shop. Get discounts of up to 75% off more than 30 Still Kickin & Joyful Kid items. These deals only come twice a year, so shop now. Ends 1/31 @ stillkickin.co
SATURDAY:
Visible Mending Class: Join Lauren Callis of resale vendor An Upcycled Closet for a workshop to encourage the elimination of textile waste and add something special to your favorite garment. The $40 fee for this introductory class includes a mending kit and take-home instructions. You’ll learn how to patch, reinforce and create an original look during this workshop; bring a garment you want to work on during the class. Saturday 10:30am–12:30pm @ Egg|Plant Urban Farm Supply, 1771 Selby Ave, St Paul
Winsome Goods Studio Supply Sale: Get ready for some new projects to get you through the winter with Winsome Goods’ second annual studio supply sale. It promises to be the biggest yet, with even more fabric, notions and tools ready for a new life. While you’re there, you can also shop the sustainable fashion maker’s garments made from natural fabrics, as well as her new zero-waste collection of accessories and rugs. Saturday 11am–5pm @ Winsome Goods, 201 6th St SE #2, Mpls
Go Vintage Grand Reopening: Celebrate the longtime vintage store’s new location in the West 7th neighborhood of St. Paul. Check out the new space and all the latest vintage threads for men and women, plus enjoy food and drinks while you shop. Saturday noon–6:30pm @ Go Vintage, 955 W 7th St, St Paul
Milana Stile Jewelry Pop-up: See and shop a new, specially curated collection of statement jewelry from Paris and Florence from the locally based brand, plus a limited-edition selection of men's jewelry. Saturday noon–5pm @ Local Motion, 2813 Hennepin Ave S, Mpls
Vikse Designs Jewelry Trunk Show: Shop the new resort and pre-spring collections by local jewelry designer Jeannie Trelles of Vikse Designs. The one-of-a-kind pieces are made from natural materials, like semi-precious stones, sterling silver, gold, leather and feathers—perfect accessories for spring break getaways and warmer weather ahead. Saturday noon–3pm @ The Fitting Room, 316 W 38th St, Mpls
“A Traditional Perspective in a Modern World” Fashion Show & Artist Market: Bemidji’s Northwest Indian Community Development Center hosts a free fashion show and artist market in Bemidji showcasing the stunning fiber artistry and jewelry designs of IamAnishinaabe by local fashion designer and 2019 Anishinaabe Arts Initiative Fellow, Delina White, a member of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. Her designs take inspiration from traditional Native America techniques and designs. Current and previous AAI Fellows will also have artwork on display and for purchase. Saturday 4–8pm @ 1819 Bemiji Ave N, Bemidji, Iamanishinaabe.com
ENDS SATURDAY:
Idun Final Winter Sale Markdowns: Save an extra 20% on sale items this week only, in store online with code EXTRA20 at checkout. Ends Saturday 1/1 @ Idun, 495 Selby Ave, St Paul & shopidun.com
BEGINNING SATURDAY:
La Bratique Bra Drive: Spring cleaning season is nearly upon us—get a head start and clean out your closet for a good cause this month. The Minnesota bra-fit stylists of La Bratique are hosting a bra collection drive to support Tubman’s Harriet Closet through the month of February. Donation sites for bras include La Bratique (4420 Valley View Rd #404, Edina), Flirt Boutique (177 Snelling Ave, St Paul) and Underneath It All (7942 Mitchell Rd, Eden Prairie), plus you can donate bras, clothing and accessories at The Riveter (4388 France Ave S, Mpls). The drive will be followed by a fit event to assist Tubman’s clients with bra fittings at no cost. Ends Feb 29
SUNDAY:
Tessa Louise Winter Blowout Sale: Local designer Tessa Louise is hosting a major clearance sale at her Northeast studio, marking everything 20–50% off. Her dynamic, easy-to-wear women’s wear is designed to be worn in multiple ways, giving you more looks for the price of one. She’ll be joined by guest artist J.Lux Jewelry, who’ll also have marked-down items for sale. Sunday noon–4pm @ Northrup King Building #375, 1500 Jackson St NE, Mpls
ENDS SUNDAY:
My Sisters’ Closet Semi-Annual Sale: One of the best sales of the year is the twice-yearly sale from My Sisters’ Closet in Uptown. Shop a mix of unique vintage and name-brand clothing and accessories for women, marked a whopping 50% off storewide as the store makes way for spring. Ends 1/31 @ My Sisters’ Closet, 2741 Hennepin Ave, Mpls
ONGOING:
Willa June Remodeling Sale: Save 30% storewide on regular-priced styles plus an additional 50% off already-marked-down styles. Ends Saturday @ Willa June Apparel + Home, 7940 Victoria Dr, Victoria
Tandem Vintage Winter Sale: Hot off a refurnish of the FindFurnish storefront, vendor Tandem Vintage has freshly marked down almost everything in her shop to make room for new spring arrivals. Now @ FindFurnish, 13 5th St NE, Mpls
Winter Markdowns at PARC: Save 30–70% on fall and winter apparel and accessories from the North Loop women’s boutique, in store and online. Now @ PARC, 212 2nd St N #102, Mpls & parcboutique.com
Wellfair Bags 50% off Sale: Save 50% on all bags by the local brand as it clears out its inventory to make way for 2020 designs. Now @ wellfairbags.com