This week, a new art and fashion exhibition opens at the American Swedish Institute, The Golden Pearl Vintage hosts its winter sale, and a local vintage duo hosts a pop-up sale. Read on for ongoing winter sales from local retailers, plus check out my new Minnesota Vintage Directory, a curated listing of vintage stores and online sellers across the state for both clothing and home.
NEW THIS WEEK:
Papier opens at American Swedish Institute
A juncture between art and fashion, Papier is an international touring exhibition showcasing artist-designer Bea Szenfeld’s striking paper couture—dresses and other sculptural fashion items made entirely from paper and worn by such pop icons as Lady Gaga and Björk—united with artist-author Stina Wirsén’s evocative and colorful illustrations. Papier is making its Midwest debut beginning this weekend at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis (in one of only two U.S. stagings). Bea continuously pushes the convention of both paper and fashion; some pieces are origami folds, others consist of thousands of individual pieces put together. Inspired by origami and Arte Povera–an Italian art movement during the late 1960s and early 1970s that saw artists exploring common materials and unconventional methods–the series of beautifully impractical creations feature thousands of paper sheets, layered in sculptural arrangements. Stay tuned for updates regarding the opening and virtual experiences around this exhibition. On view February 6–July 11. Hours are Thursday–Sunday, 10am–4pm; advance, timed reservations are required to visit the museum and can be made at www.ASImn.org or by calling 612-871-4907 during museum hours.
The Golden Rule Gift Card Promo
All this week, get a free $20 gift card when you spend $100 or more from maker-oriented Excelsior shop, The Golden Rule. How it works: After you’ve added $100 in Golden Rule product, add a $20 gift card to your cart and use the code AMETHYST at checkout. The code will make the gift card free and you can use it on your next order or send it as a gift to a friend via email. Use the code as many times as you like until Friday. Shop now @ 350 Water St, Excelsior & shopgoldenrule.com
Local designer and leather maker Sarah M. Holm is having a super-discounted story sale on her Instagram on Tuesday, 2/2 at 8pm https://www.instagram.com/sarahmholm/
Local maker A MANO just dropped a new line of earring styles made from colorful cut acrylic. Shop now @ www.weshopamano.com
Duluth-based leather maker Hideaway Leathercraft is having a sale on its colorful, hand-painted earrings, chokers and harnesses through this Friday. https://www.etsy.com/shop/HideawayLeathercraft
Local vintage seller Tandem Vintage is having a super-sweet Valentine’s-themed story sale this Wednesday at 5pm @ instagram.com/tandemvintage
Local jewelry maker 3 Jag Design is having a story sale on its Instagram on Tuesday, 2/9 at 1pm @ instagram.com/3jagdesign
Local vintage seller Moth Oddities has a story sale every Monday on its Instagram at noon @ instagram.com/mothoddities
BEGINNING WEDNESDAY:
The Golden Pearl Vintage Winter Sale & Basement Bazaar
Here in Minnesota, we’ve still got a few chilly months to go before spring truly arrives, so now’s the perfect time to stock up on warm winter wear at The Golden Pearl’s annual winter sale. Save 25% on all coats, sweaters, wool and fur pieces in the store during open hours or by appointment. Select items will also be on sale on the store’s website. The same day the sale kicks off, the store is debuting its Basement Bazaar, filled with imperfect, as-is vintage clothing and accessories. Only up to two people will be allowed to shop the basement at a time, so appointments are recommended to reserve your spot. (You can book solo or with a friend.) 3/3–3/10 @ The Golden Pearl Vintage, 507A E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis. Book your appointment, find open hours & shop online at thegoldenpearlvintage.com
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY:
“Darning 201” & “Visible Mending” with An Upcycled Closet
An Upcycled Closet's Lauren Callis is hosting virtual classes to teach you about the basics of mending and darning to give you the knowledge and resources to begin repairing your damaged clothing. Learn the first steps to preparing your mend and fixing your garment. Each class costs $40 per person and includes a kit with everything you need prior to class. “Darning 201”: Wednesday, 2/3, and “Visible Mending”: Thursday, 2/4. Register at https://anupcycledcloset.com/pages/calendar
BEGINNING THURSDAY:
gh2 50% Off Sale
Save 50% on designer consignment from the resale shop, including brands Maison Martin Margiela, Comme des Garçons and Stella McCartney. Some exclusions apply. Beginning 2/4 @ 318 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis
THURSDAY & SATURDAY:
First Thursday & Open Saturday at Northrup King Building
Northeast's largest artist and maker studio building has open studios every Saturday and the first Thursday of the month. Fashion highlights includes Strey Collective, a co-op shop featuring apparel, leather goods and accessories by several local designers (#179) and local jewelry favorite, Larissa Loden (#265). Thursday from 5–9pm & Saturday from 10am–4pm @ 1500 Jackson St NE, Minneapolis, www.northrupkingbuilding.com
SATURDAY:
Northeast Farmers Market: Winter Market
Put on your winter gear and support local vendors the first Saturday of each month, this weekend through April outdoors in the parking lot of St. Boniface Catholic Church. Shoppers are asked to wear a mask and keep socially distanced. (No pets allowed.) And, of course, dress warm. Saturday, 1/2 from 11am–1pm @ 629 2nd St NE, Minneapolis, northeastfarmersmarket.com
SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
A&K Vintage Pop-up Shop
Local vintage duo A&K Vintage is hosting an in-person pop-up along with a corresponding story sale on its Instagram page this weekend. Items span the decades from the 1950s to the 1980s with a focus on women’s clothing and accessories. Saturday, 2/6 & Sunday, 2/7 from 10:30am–5pm each day @ Sandbox Theatre, 3109 E 42nd St, Minneapolis. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/231683011874104. Shop online: www.instagram.com/aandkvintage
ONGOING WINTER SALES:
Askov Finlayson: Save up to 40% on select winter accessories and apparel, including classic North Hat styles and 2020 collaborations designed to celebrate and protect the North. Now @ askovfinlayson.com
Atelier957: Shop sale items at 30% off, 50% off and 70% off. In store and online, no code required. Shop now @ 957 Grand Ave, St Paul, atelier957.com
Dugo Closing Sale: The longtime locally owned Galleria boutique is closing its doors on February 26. Until then, most clothing is at least 50% off and jewelry is 20% off in store. Ends 2/26 @ 3595 Galleria, Edina, dressupgoout.com
Grethen House: Save 40% to 80% on select fall and winter items. Shop now @ 212 3rd Ave N, Minneapolis & 4930 France Ave S, Edina, grethenhouse.com
Hazel & Rose: Save 20% to 70% on select fall styles from the sustainable, ethical womenswear boutique, plus get free shipping on orders of $100 or more. Shop now @ shophazelandrose.com
Larissa Loden Jewelry: Save up to 85% on select styles from local jewelry maker Larissa Loden during its year-end sale. No code needed. Shop now @ larissaloden.com
Les Sól: Save up to 70% on fall and winter items from the Linden Hills sustainable women’s boutique, in store and online. Shop now @ 4353 S Upton Ave #104, Minneapolis, shoplessol.com
NEW! Maria Stanley: Save up to 80% on last-ones, imperfect pieces, samples and more from the local designer. Shop now @ www.mariastanley.com
MartinPatrick3: The North Loop luxury retailer’s end-of-season sale includes 40% off Adam Lippes’s fall womenswear collection, 40% off Maison Margiela’s fall menswear collection and up to 90% off in its sale room, in store only. Shop now @ 212 3rd Ave N #106, Minneapolis
Northwestern Knitting Co. 40% Off Studio Sale: The brand has increased its Studio Sale discount to 40% off. These styles will not be stocked again, so consider it a final curtain call. Shop now @ nwkc.us
Parc: Save 30–75% off select fall and winter items from the North Loop womenswear store to make way for new arrivals. No code needed. In store and online. Shop now @ 212 N 2nd St #102, Minneapolis, parcboutique.com
Repair Lair: Save 25%–75% on everything in store, including secondhand outdoor clothing and gear, for a limited time. Shop now @ 3304 E Lake St, Minneapolis, www.repairlair.com
Roe Wolfe Closing Sale: Another Galleria store announcing its closing this week is womenswear boutique, Roe Wolfe. The store anticipates closing early this year, official date TBD. Until then, shop the farewell sale, currently 20% off storewide in store. Shop now @ 3175 Galleria, Edina, www.roewolfe.com
Tessa Louise: The local designer is having her biggest sale ever, marking down all of her current pieces 40–60% off. Plus, get free shipping on orders over $50. All sales final. You can also shop during her open studio hours Mondays 3–6pm, Saturdays noon–2pm & by appointment. Shop now @ 1500 Jackson St NE #375, Minneapolis, tessalouise.com
Walker Shop: Save up to 75% on select items during the season-end sale from the Walker Art Center’s gift shop, online only. Curbside pickup is available. Shop now @ shop.walkerart.org/collections/sale-1
Victory Vintage: The vintage and new, one-of-a-kind home store is making way for new items, marking down many items 40 to 75% off. Shop now @ 3505 W 44th St, Minneapolis, shopvictory.com
MORE LOCAL SHOPPING HIGHLIGHTS:
Now open: June at 50th & France: A new year can often signal a time of renewal. For local designer resale store, June, that means shuttering its original Lyndale Avenue location for a new storefront at 50th and France. The upscale retail and dining destination is a fitting move for the retailer, which sells a beautifully curated mix of designer pieces, including some vintage gems. Look for an opening announcement with more details this week @juneresale on Instagram. As for their former storefront, owner Daune Stinson plans to be “continuing our commitment to resale, sustainability and our neighborhood,” adding to “watch for a new women’s resale clothing store” coming soon to their former Lyndale site. Now open @ 5027 France Ave, Minneapolis, juneresale.com
Minneapolis Craft Market Online Marketplace: As Minneapolis Craft Market’s live markets are currently on hold through at least winter 2020, you can now shop their makers online as well as live each week on virtual streaming app Popshop Live, where they’ll showcase a different maker each week. Use invite code MCMPOP to join for easy holiday shopping from the comfort of your couch. Download the free app @ bit.ly/mcmpsl & find upcoming live streaming dates and times at mplscraftmarket.com/events. You can also shop the full Minneapolis Craft Market collection from local makers online 24/7 @ mplscraftmarket.com
bread: A unique pop-up market: This holiday pop-up market created by local entrepreneur Marsha Magdalene will feature a mostly BIPOC group of locally owned brands and goods from local makers. Open weekends through 2/28/21 @ Maplewood Mall (lower level next to Lids/Caribou Coffee), 3001 White Bear Ave N #1015A, Maplewood, www.facebook.com/breadpopup
Community Commons at Mall of America: Mall of America recently debuted Community Commons, a new, rent-free space dedicated to businesses struggling due to the pandemic or displaced due to civil unrest over the summer. Several, including Peruvian poncho retailer Llakta, come from the Midtown Global Market on Lake Street, which was hit by some of the worst damage. The 17 vendors include Twiggy Fresh (bamboo toothbrushes), and Butters by Jay (shea butter skin and haircare). The space is currently set to stay open through Spring 2021 and will feature an evolving roster of retailers. Shop now @ Mall of America, 238N South Avenue (2nd level), Bloomington, mallofamerica.com/directory/communitycommons
The List Virtual Makers’ Marketplace: One unfortunate consequence of the COVID outbreak is the dearth of makers markets, which many local makers and small businesses had relied upon for a majority of their income—especially during the upcoming holiday season. Hoping to fill that void is The List, a new, Minnesota-based online maker hub that is fully launching this week. The marketplace aims to be a one-stop shop for high-quality artisans, makers and other small businesses, just in time for holiday gift-giving season. Find a mix of fashion, home goods and skin care by 40 top local makers, including Strey Designs, Adam Turman, Essence One, FOAT Design, Hackwith Design House, ILO Design, J.Lux Jewelry, Joeleen Torvick, Julia Elise Skincare, Tiny Loud and Minny & Paul. Shop now @ www.findmeonthelist.com