This week in local style and shopping, Mother’s Day shopping events from local makers pop up, flea market and garage sale season kicks off, and a new boutique opens its doors in south Minneapolis.
Local fashion label ACG is part of a spring trunk show this weekend at Gallery360.
NEW THIS WEEK:
Now open: Curly Girl Boutique
The Standish neighborhood in south Minneapolis has just welcomed a new women’s clothing and accessories store, Curly Girl Boutique. The store began as an online retailer in 2018 by Emily Deutschman, a former theater teacher and school counselor. In the years since, Emily built a loyal following, thanks to her personal styling skills and mission to help others express themselves. The new store will be open to the general public two days a week and on Saturdays; on other days, you can book a personal shopping appointment with Emily by yourself or with a small group. Hours: Thursdays 12–7pm, Fridays 11am–4pm, Saturdays 11am–4pm on 2nd & 4th Saturdays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays by appointment. Now open @ 2705 E 38th St, Minneapolis, curlygirlboutique.com
Minny & Paul Mother’s Day Gift Boxes
Local gift box brand Minny & Paul recently launched four new boxes for Mother’s Day. Each box is filled with a variety of goodies from Minnesota makers, plus you can also choose from Minny & Paul’s other curated spring boxes. Shipping cut-off is today, Tuesday, May 4, but you can do studio pickup at the brand’s studio at the Northrup King Building if you order with code PICKUP at checkout by midnight on Wednesday for pick up on Thursday. (Any orders placed after that won’t be available until the following Thursday.) Now available @ minnyandpaul.com
Spring Collections at Max’s Jewelry
Located at Excelsior & Grand in St. Louis Park, Max’s Jewelry is home to an ingenious, eclectic mix of artist-designed jewelry, home decor and specialty chocolates. The store has just introduced its spring collections from its roster of independent artisans and small jewelry brands from across the U.S. and the world, like Ray Griffiths, Sirciam Jewelry and Jamie Joseph. I recently collaborated with Max’s to feature some of my favorite pieces from the store’s spring collections, styled with vintage dresses from my personal collection. Among the designs are pieces from designer Ray Griffiths and Jamie Joseph, who will be featured in a trunk show at Max’s May 20–22, coinciding with the store’s 15th birthday. Check out our collaboration featuring images I styled on myself with vintage dresses from my personal collection. Available now @ Max’s, 3826 Grand Way, St Louis Park & stylebymax.com
WEDNESDAY:
Tandem Vintage Story Sale
The local favorite vintage seller is having a story sale featuring some fresh spring picks. Time TBA, tune in Wednesday @ www.instagram.com/tandemvintage
THURSDAY–SUNDAY:
Citywide Garage Sales
Garage sale season is officially in full swing. This weekend, check out sales in cities including Andover, Champlin, North St. Paul, Oakdale, New Prague, and the famous 100 Mile Garage Sale in the Mississippi Valley. Select days Thursday–Sunday. Learn more @ thriftyminnesota.com/2021-minnesota-city-wide-garage-sales-list
FRIDAY–SUNDAY:
St. Croix Valley Virtual Pottery Tour
The annual St. Croix Valley Pottery Tour has been hosted by the Minnesota Potters of the Upper St. Croix River every year for the past 28 years. This year, they’re going virtual for the second year running due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Eight host potters (including Matthew Krousey, Guillermo Cuellar and Linda Christianson) plus 58 invited potters from around the country will come together to offer a massive selection of one-of-a-kind ceramics for sale from each potter’s online e-commerce site. Shop early for best selection. Opens Friday at 10am; continues through Sunday @ www.minnesotapotters.com
SATURDAY:
Wright County Swappers Meet
The WCSM is a farmers market, art fair, antique mall, garden center, sporting goods store and garage sale in South Haven, MN. This large outdoor market features 150-250 vendors on an average weekend with 300+ vendors holiday weekends. Open every Saturday of April through October plus Fridays–Sundays on Holiday weekends (Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day). Hours: 6am–1:30pm, weather dependent. @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, www.facebook.com/AnnandaleFleaMarket
Mill City Farmers Market
Finally! The Mill City Farmers Market is now open every Saturday through October with extended hours. A summer mainstay since 2006, the market features over 120 local farmers, food makers and artisans with a goal of building a local, sustainable and organic food economy in a vibrant, educational outdoor marketplace. This weekend’s artisan highlights include pottery from A MANO ceramics, Body Bliss natural skincare, The Abbey Alpacas wool textiles and Vikse Designs jewelry. Saturday from 8am–1pm @ Mill City Farmers Market, 750 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
Global Fashion & Jewelry Crawl at Midtown Global Market
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Midtown Global Market is hosting a day featuring the beautiful, handmade clothing and jewelry from their global retailers. Models will showcase pieces throughout the day made in the Himalayas, South America and Morocco, as well as pieces designed by local artisans. While you’re shopping, take the opportunity to try some of the delicious food offerings available at the market. Saturday from 11am–4pm @ 920 E Lake St, Minneapolis, www.facebook.com/events/223519699572776
Black Business Is Beautiful Local Market
This socially distanced local maker highlights goods from BIPOC-owned businesses from across the Twin Cities. Use your dollars to change economic disparities by purchasing products from these vendors. Goods include clothing, gifts, beauty products, personal chef services, nail care, men's accessories, food products, jewelry and more. Visit their website for a full list of vendors and reserve a free ticket to ensure social distancing measures are met. Saturday 11am–5pm @ The Case Building, 767 N Eustis St (South Entrance), St Paul. blackbusinessisbeautiful.org
Spring Trunk Show Event at Gallery360
Minneapolis arts and maker gallery, Gallery360, is hosting an in-person spring trunk show event just in time for Mother’s Day. Four local and regional fashion designers—Anna Chambers-Goldberg of ACG, Lauren Oland of Mezamé Designs, Heather Hambrecht, and Barbara Zaharris—will be showcasing their new collections. Looks span relaxed and easy apparel for the changing seasons to vivid colors paired with neutral basics, and pieces that can take you from the home office to dinner. Saturday from 12-3pm @ Gallery360, 3011 W 50th St, Minneapolis, gallery360.com
SATURDAY & SUNDAY:
Wadena Flea & Craft Market
This seasonal indoor and outdoor market has four buildings filled with unique finds. It’s filled with vendors selling everything you can think of including farm fresh produce, toys and games, antiques, apparel, home decor, glassware and more. Open Saturdays & Sundays every weekend through September plus Memorial Day and Labor Day from 9am–5pm @ 13560 US Highway 10, Wadena, www.wadenafleamarket.com
Arb May Markets
The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is back with a weekly market, happening every weekend in May. Peruse nature-inspired art, handmade pottery, jewelry, artisan food, spa-worthy bath and body products and more from local makers. Browse the one-of-a-kind wares of 40 local vendors and stroll through seasonal blooms in the Arboretum’s 1,200 acres of formal gardens and natural areas. Market entry is included with gate admission (free for Arb members, $15 for non-members and free for kids 15 & younger). Reservations are required to ensure social distancing. Saturdays & Sundays through May, 10am–4pm each day @ Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, https://arb.umn.edu/content/may-markets
SUNDAY:
Mother's Day Pop Up Boutique at the Hewing Hotel
Pick up the perfect gift for Mom (or take her shopping with you!) at this pop-up shop presented by The Scout Guide Minneapolis, hosted by the Hewing Hotel. Grab a mimosa and shop from local makers including MEND Jewelry, De Nova luxury robes, Excelsior Candle Company and more. Brunch reservations are also available. Saturday from 11am–3pm @ Hewing Hotel lobby, 300 Washington Ave N, Minneapolis, free registration at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mothers-day-pop-up-boutique-at-the-hewing-hotel-tickets-150979414493
CONTINUING:
Now open: Leo Footwear
Two neighboring Selby & Snelling shop owners have come together to found a new shoe boutique with a sustainable focus. Leo Footwear was the brainchild of Kristie Case of Teeny Bee Boutique/Peregrine Kidswear, and Jill Erickson of women’s sustainable fashion shop, Spoils of Wear. The new footwear shop is located just a couple of storefronts down from Teeny Bee and features Brooklyn-based shoemakers Stivali and the Spanish artisan–made Pons Arvacas. You can also shop the store online. Now open @ 1554 Selby Ave, St Paul, leofootwearstpaul.com. For updates and hours, follow @leofootwearstpaul on Instagram.
Now open: Bread. A Unique Pop-up Market
What began as a holiday pop-up market over the holidays is returning to Maplewood Mall as a more permanent fixture. Created by local entrepreneur Marsha Magdalene as a shared opportunity to help small businesses market and scale their businesses, Bread features a mostly BIPOC group of locally owned brands and goods from local makers, including Marsha’s son’s brand, Ice Cream Bow Ties. For Thursday’s grand reopening, the store’s brands will be joined by Maplewood Mayor Abrams, MN State Rep. John Thompson and St. Paul City Council member Nelsie Yang, and there will be raffles and refreshments. Hours: Monday–Friday from 12–7pm and Sunday from 12–6pm @ Maplewood Mall, 3001 White Bear Ave N, Maplewood, www.facebook.com/breadpopup
Now open: Community Commons at Mall of America: Last fall, the Mall of America 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. Following its first run, the store has reopened with a fresh mix of local businesses owned by people of color. New vendors include Arway Bags, clothing brand Love Disorder, Bogaballoons, Silk Road Wellness, LEVELS apparel and more. The storefront is also acting as a launching pad for some brands—Herbal Alchemy, a former Community Commons vendor, has just opened its own storefront. Community Commons is now open at Level 2, South, Mall of America, Bloomington, mallofamerica.com/directory/communitycommons
On view: Papier 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 has made its Midwest debut at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis (in one of only two U.S. stagings). Get a first look and read more about my visit to the exhibit on my blog HERE! On view through 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.
Now open: LEGACY
After designer resale shop June announced its move to 50th & France, we wondered what was coming to its former storefront near Lyndale & Lake in Uptown. The secret’s now out: The storefront is now home to LEGACY, a vintage clothing and home shop run by June owner Daune Stinson’s daughter, Ruby, who recently moved back home from NYC after over a decade working in the fashion and retail industry. June’s little sister store features a fresh, more casual mix of brands, more vintage goods, and a lower price-point than June, similar to that of most vintage stores. Now open. Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 11am–5pm @ 3406 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, 612-545-7470, instagram.com/shoplegacystore
Now open: Dugo pop-up at Nolan Mains
As the saying goes, when one door closes, another opens. At least that’s the case with Dugo, the locally owned, special-occasion retailer that had announced it would permanently close its longtime Galleria storefront. It will be setting up shop at the new Nolan Mains development at 50th & France. They’re now open within a 825-square-foot, temporary pop-up space there while their new permanent storefront is built out. According to MSP Mag, “expect a tighter, more focused selection of what Nancy knows best: dresses and evening separates and the accessories that accompany—like handbags and jewelry—plus, a special, rotating schedule of pop-ups of more casual wear and contemporary brands.” Hours: Monday–Saturday from 11am–5pm @ 3919 Market St, Edina, dressupgoout.com
Check out my new Minnesota Vintage Directory, a curated listing of vintage stores and online sellers across the state for both clothing and home.
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