Fashion Week in Minnesota may be over, but fall fashion events continue with the finale of Black Fashion Week MN’s fall season, the debut of a new vintage collective store and more.
New vintage collective, Olio Vintage, opens this weekend
NEW THIS WEEK:
Now open: Spoke & Weal Minneapolis
Master Stylist Jon Reyman and celebrated Hair Colorist Christine Thompson are celebrating the launch of their first Minnesota location of their salon concept Spoke & Weal. Located within the Switch House in Minneapolis (aka the old Soap Factory), the salon chose the space for its rich history and co-tenancy with Watershed Spa (a full-service spa and communal bathing house) and The Foundry Home Goods. The salon is led with help from longtime Minneapolis artist and Spoke & Weal master stylist, Kelsy Osterman, who is creative director of the new location, and is known for its dry-cutting and custom color techniques. Book now @ spokeandweal.com
Autumn Retro Collection at Arc’s Value Village
Searching for the perfect Halloween costume or some amazing vintage finds? Then head to Arc’s Value Village for the debut of their Autumn Retro Collection, available at all three of their locations. Find clothing and accessories for the whole family, plus festive home decor. And when you shop, not only does it help keep these goods out of the landfill, your money goes toward a good cause—Arc’s Value Village Thrift Stores helps fund programs and services that benefit children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families through The Arc Minnesota. Now open @ 3 locations including Bloomington, New Hope & Richfield, arcsvaluevillage.org
TUESDAY, 9/27:
Market After Dark: NEFM @ Bauhaus
The Northeast Farmers Market is popping up at Bauhaus Brew Labs for this monthly night-market edition starting this month. Shop handmade goods from local makers and produce from local farmers, plus enjoy a live DJ set and sip on Bauhaus’s seasonal craft brews while you shop. Next Tuesday 6–9pm @ Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St NE, Minneapolis, @ne_fm
Fhima's Anniversary Dinner
Fhima’s restaurant is celebrating its fourth anniversary in style with its annual anniversary dinner event. The glamorous restaurant, which features a menu inspired by African, Spanish, French and Italian flavors, boasts a historic Art Deco interior originally known as the Forum Cafeteria and is on the National Register of Historic Places. A ticket includes four courses with expertly paired wines and champagne, live jazz and 1920s and Great Gatsby-inspired attire is encouraged. Tuesday 7–10pm @ Fhima’s, 40 S 7th St, Minneapolis. $150 per guest (excluding taxes and service fees). Advance reservations only @ fhimasmpls.com
WEDNESDAY, 9/28:
BFWMN Presents ’90s Hip Hop Fashion Show
Join Black Fashion Week MN for a hip hop–inspired fashion show showcasing looks from national streetwear brands and more, capturing the vibe of the ’90s hip-hop era with music from DJ Lazy T. Wednesday 7–10pm @ W Minneapolis—The Foshay, 821 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $20–$40 @ eventbrite.com
WEDNESDAY, 9/28–SUNDAY, 10/2:
Larue’s Grand Opening Weekend
After 35 years at Lyndale Avenue & 40th Street in South Minneapolis, Larue’s has made the move to a new storefront in Linden Hills. The shop sells clothing and accessories from small makers and craftspeople with an emphasis on all-natural fibers. The shop also features goods by local designers like James Reilly and Kyra Deva as well as an in-house jeweler, Barb Shelstad, offering customized jewelry. Grand opening festivities are planned for this weekend, 9/28–10/2. Now open @ 4301 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, larues.com
THURSDAY, 9/29:
Filigree Jewelers 10th Anniversary
The family-owned estate jewelry store is celebrating its 10th anniversary. To celebrate, the store will be featuring an incredible collection of estate jewelry from New York for a limited time only. The festivities also includes a performance by nationally acclaimed soprano opera singer, Bergen Baker. Festive and fabulous attire is requested. Thursday 5–8pm @ 210 N 2nd St #101, Minneapolis, filigreejewelers.com
BFWMN & Love Promotions present The Culture of Streetwear
Black Fashion Week MN’s fall season continues with a streetwear fashion show featuring collections from local designers Jay Prime, The Joshua Reid and headliner Penash. Thursday 6–9pm @ Ties Lounge & Rooftop, 921 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis. Tickets $20–$50 @ eventbrite.com
THURSDAY, 9/29–SATURDAY, 10/1:
The Textile Center's Textile Garage Sale
The Textile Center’s Textile Garage Sale occasional shop hosts its last garage sale occasional shop of the year this weekend, offering a thrifty way for DIYers, sewers and makers to stock up on secondhand craft supplies. Find textiles, yarn, thread, notions, sewing machines, magazines, books, buttons, tools, looms and more. Proceeds benefit the Textile Center. Masks are required. Thursday 4–6pm, Friday & Saturday 9am–4pm @ Textile Center Annex (Unit #230) at Art & Architecture building, 3338 University Ave SE, Minneapolis. Thursday preview $40, tickets the rest of weekend $2–$5 @ textilecentermn.org
FRIDAY, 9/30:
Roseline's Place 1-Year Anniversary Party
Candle and gift shop, Roseline's Place, is celebrating one year of business with a party featuring appetizers and champagne, and giveaways for candle-making classes, gift cards and more. Owned by Roseline Friedrich of local soy and vegan candle maker Roseline’s Candles, an Immigrant- and Black-Woman-owned local business that sells its candles in recycled jars. Roseline’s Place offers their own goods along with a mix of items from other makers. Friday 5:30–9pm @ 2430 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, @roselinesplace
BFWMN Presents Melanin Wedding Fashion Show
Black Fashion Week MN culminates with a bridal-themed runway show and faux-wedding reception featuring bridal collections from local labels Sonelle Couture Renaissance Clothing and Lanoire Bridal. Friday at 7pm @ Four Seasons, 245 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $35–$75 @ eventbrite.com
FRIDAY, 10/30 & SATURDAY, 10/1:
Sarah Graham Jewelry Trunk Show & Designer Visit
Award-winning jewelry artist Sarah Graham’s work has long been recognized by her organic, textural, muted palate often pairing matte black chrome with gold, set with diamonds. With her new Chroma Collection, the designer has introduced color into her line, inspired by nature and cast directly from Jacaranda Pods and decayed wood or rendered in wax from a microscopic view of single cell marine organisms. Shop the trunk show in store and online Friday & Saturday and meet the designer during store hours @ Max's, 8236 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, stylebymax.com
FRIDAY, 10/30–SUNDAY, 10/2:
Not Just a Yard Sale: Hoarder’s Paradise
A group of local artists and creatives are hosting a huge, multi-family rummage sale with tons of vintage, estate goods and antiques up for grabs. It will also serve as a moving sale of co-host Caitlin Karolczak, a noted painter as well as a collector and former antique dealer, and local artist Kate Iverson will have some fun finds as well. Friday–Sunday 10am–5pm daily @ 520 22nd Ave NE, Minneapolis, @theiverson
SATURDAY, 10/1:
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 through October. Hours: 6am–1:30pm, weather dependent. @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, facebook.com/AnnandaleFleaMarket
Mill City Farmers Market
A mainstay since 2006, the Mill City Farmers Market has moved outdoors for the summer season every Saturday through October. Each event features 40+ local farmers, food makers and artisans with a goal of building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. This weekend’s artisan highlights include Christy Wetzig Ceramics, Ink 'N Flower floral arrangements and home decor, Ink Orchard printed goods and Maat Mons bags and soft goods. Saturdays 9am–1pm weekly @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
MN Record Show
Since 1992, the MN Record Show has been the largest Twin Cities record show. Find vintage vinyl, CDs, 45s, music books, rock posters, records, vintage clothing and t-shirts from a variety of local dealers and buyers who fly in from all over the country. No matter how big or small your budget, you’ll find something at the show, from $1 bins to collectible and rare blue-chip items. $2 admission. Saturday 9am–3pm @ The Hook and Ladder Theater, 3010 Minnehaha Ave S, Minneapolis, mnrecordshow.wordpress.com
Northeast Farmers Market
Head to the St. Boniface Church parking lot every Saturday through October 15, rain or shine, for specialty foods, baked goods, beverages, fresh produce, and handmade goods. Maker highlights include Blugirl Soapworks, TeeKae Handmade shibori and tie-dye goods, Kobi Co candles and body care, and Artifacts of Joy’s mini paintings. Open Saturdays 9am–1pm through 10/15 @ 629 NE 2nd St NE, Minneapolis, northeastfarmersmarket.com
BEGINNING SATURDAY, 10/1:
Twin Cities Vintage Fall Crawl
Kicking off this weekend, the first-ever Vintage Fall Crawl offers vintage and secondhand shopping enthusiasts the chance to get exclusive discounts, support the local community and raise money for a good cause. Passports will get your a one-day 15% off discount at all 12 woman-owned vintage and resale shops on the crawl, including Tandem Vintage, The Mustache Cat, Style Society Shop, Moth Oddities, The Golden Pearl Vintage, Carousel + Folk, B. Resale, Rewind Vintage, AudreyRose Vintage, Legacy, Up Six Vintage and Everyday People. Get your passport stamped at each shop to be eligible to enter the gift card drawing at the end of the crawl, with or without purchase. Three winners will receive a $25 gift card from each participating shop (a $300 value). You can purchase a passport at any participating shop location or at the vintage crawl website. All proceeds donated to Women’s Advocates. 10/1–11/21 @ various locations, www.vintagefallcrawl.com
SATURDAY, 10/1 & SUNDAY, 10/2:
Antique Spectacular: The Fall Show
Shop antiques furniture and collectible items from more than 100 dealers during Minnesota’s Antique Spectacular’s fall antique show. Items for sale include antique furniture, collectibles, pottery, rugs, glassware, clocks, toys, advertising, jewelry and more. Saturday 8am–5pm & Sunday 10am–3pm @ Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul. Tickets $8 ($7 with coupon) or $20 (early-bird) @ mnantiqueshows.com
My Sister's Closet: Yard Sale of the Year
After closing its retail store in 2020—a casualty of the pandemic—the owners of My Sister’s Closet are unloading 20 years of back stock with massive deals at a yard sale this weekend they’re dubbing the “yard sale of the year.” Find big deals on vintage and designer clothing and accessories, mostly women’s styles. Cash only. Saturday & Sunday 9am–3pm @ 3344 48th Ave S, Minneapolis, @mysistersclosetmn
Rivertown Fall Art Festival
Head out to downtown Stillwater for this annual juried fall art festival. You’ll find more than 150 artists and makers, including local knitwear fave Nicki Chicki, Hossle Woodworks and Julie Meyer Leather Goods, plus a beer tent, live music and food vendors. Saturday 10am–5pm & Sunday 10am–4pm @ Lowell Park Riverfront, 201 Water St N, Stillwater, greaterstillwaterchamber.com
Olio Vintage Opening Weekend
New vintage collective store, Olio Vintage, is a unique collective of specialty vintage retailers brought together under one roof in Northeast Minneapolis. Home to a vintage-made-modern world of clothing, accessories, housewares, local handmade items and other fascinating gems, Olio will debut with a collective of four vintage brands: Black Nvni, SALTY, my own Rosella Vintage and in-house brand, Olio Vintage. The storefront will also feature a different rotating vintage vendor each month as well as an ever-changing assortment of handmade goods by local maker favorites. Located on the same block as fellow vintage shops The Golden Pearl Vintage, FindFurnish and Twelve Vultures, the St. Anthony area is quickly becoming a destination for vintage shopping. Get a first look at Olio Vintage during its opening weekend on Saturday, October 1, and Sunday, October 2, and enjoy complimentary refreshments and snacks while you shop. The store’s regular hours begin the following week: Thursday–Monday from 11am–6pm daily. Opening weekend Saturday & Sunday 11am–6pm @ 21 5th St NE, Minneapolis, @olio.mpls
SUNDAY, 10/2:
Linden Hills Farmers Market
The Linden Hills Farmers Market takes place every Sunday with fresh produce from local farmers and artisanal treats and goods from local makers, including body care, arts and crafts. Plus: live music and more. Sundays through October 10am–1pm @ Settergren's of Linden Hills parking lot, 2913 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, lindenhillsfarmersmarket.org
Franconia Art & Farmers Market
The first Sunday of each month through October, local farmers and artists come together at the Franconia Sculpture Park with a mix of fresh produce and handmade crafts. Connect directly with the local farmers and artists in the St. Croix River Valley, explore the sculptures on the park grounds and stick around after the market for free informational workshops. Sunday 10am–2pm @ Franconia Sculpture Park, 29836 St Croix Trail N, Shafer, franconia.org
Old St. Anthony Holiday Bazaar
Get a jumpstart on your holiday gift shopping as Minneapolis Craft Market brings one of its largest indoor craft markets of the year to the Machine Shop. Shop two full floors of giftables ranging from home goods, body care products to jewelry, knits and apparel from nearly 60 vendors. Enjoy tunes from DJ Buster Baxter while you shop and coffee from The Get Down Coffee Co. Sunday 11am–4pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
Melevated x Friends Fashion Show
Designer Mimi Nguyen and LPF Vision Production & Management is back with a new vision to showcase streetwear fashion in the Twin Cities. Sunday 4-7pm @ The Square, 3736 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $60–$80 @ eventbrite.com
The Golden Pearl presents Pearl After Dark: Fall Drop
The Golden Pearl Vintage is back with its Fall Drop event. Their long-standing, after-hours soiree is coming back in time to celebrate the changing of the seasons. The store will be releasing all their newly acquired fall merchandise during the event dating from the ‘40s to the ‘90s, including cozy classics, designer pieces, jewelry and accessories, plus offering cocktails while you shop. Friday 5–8pm @ The Golden Pearl Vintage, 507A E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, facebook.com
BEGINNING MONDAY, 10/3:
American Craft Made Online Marketplace
In lieu of its annual American Craft Show event, which was canceled earlier this year, the American Craft Council has switched it up with a new event, American Craft Made. While the in-person event runs October 7–9, the American Craft Made online marketplace opens this week with the chance to shop for handmade goods from 150 artists from Minnesota and across the country. 10/3–10/16 @ shop.craftcouncil.org
Monday, 10/3 & TUESDAY, 10/4:
REUSE22 Conference
Presented by Reuse Minnesota, REUSE22 educates, inspires and connects professionals in the reuse, repair and rental sectors to strengthen and expand the reuse economy. The event offers informative keynotes, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities with thought leaders and experts across multiple disciplines. Monday 3–7pm & Tuesday 8:30am–4:15pm @ University of St. Thomas - Schulze Hall, 46 11th St S, Minneapolis. Registration $25–$120 @ reusemn.org
TUESDAY, 10/4:
With Love from the Skyways Runway Show: Tickets now available
Floral workshop series Sip N Bloom and stylist Amy Seeman have joined forces once again for an immersive fashion runway experience. With Love from the Skyways features fall collections from some of the state's best fashion and accessory retailers and designers—like MartinPatrick3, Requisite, Play by Marly and more—styled by Amy Seeman with runway design by Sip N Bloom inspired by a futuristic skyway vibe. Tuesday, 10/4, doors at 6pm, show at 7pm @ The Rand Hotel. Limited tickets $150 + VIP tables available @ www.sip-n-bloom.com/runway
JUST ANNOUNCED:
The Queen's Ball: A Bridgerton Experience: Tickets are now available for the Minneapolis stop of the touring, immersive experience known based on the hit Netflix show. Dress up in your Bridgerton best and get ready to be transported to Regency-era London for live musical performances and interactive experiences. The waitlist to purchase tickets opens on Wednesday at 10am, starting at $45 per person. November through January, 2023, @ venue TBA, bridgertonexperience.com/minneapolis
Curated Style: Straight from the Runway: After a two-year hiatus, the Mall of America’s annual fashion show is back with eight stars from the Project Runway series showcasing their latest collections. Proceeds benefit philanthropic partner Be The Match. Friday, 10/7. Doors & pre-party at 6pm, show 8pm, ends at midnight @ Mall of America Huntington Bank Rotunda, 7104 E Broadway, Bloomington. Tickets $75–$150 @ eventbrite.com
Ooh là l'Alliance! Alliance Française Fall Fashion Fundraiser: The Twin Cities chapter of the francophone nonprofit organization, Alliance Française, is back with its fifth annual fall fashion fundraiser. It includes a runway show featuring the latest fall trends from local boutiques and designers, Statement Boutique, Jaxen Grey, Combine boutique, Danielle Everine, Enchanté, WAY the Label, Tandem Vintage and HedgGi. Following the show, you can shop the looks at pop-up boutiques, with a portion of proceeds going to the Alliance. A ticket includes Includes pastries, coffee and your choice of cider brunch cocktail or spirit-free beverage. Sunday 10am–noon @ Minneapolis Cider Company, 701 SE 9th St, Minneapolis. Tickets $65–$85 @ www.afmsp.org
Fashion Station: Produced by local streetwear brand D-E-S-I-G-N and creative director Isaiah King, this fashion show hosted by the St. Paul Union Depot presents a “fusion of Minnesota staples and modern streetwear clothing collections.” Early bird pricing now available. Thursday, 10/20, from 6:30–11pm @ Union Depot, 214 4th St E, St Paul. Tickets $50–$70 @ eventbrite.com
The Purple Ones 6: Prince-Inspired Fashion Show: The annual Prince-inspired fashion show is back for its fourth year with a group of Twin Cities fashion designers competing to win the top prize with their original fashion look inspired by a Prince song of their choice. Saturday, 10/22. Doors 6pm, Show 7pm @ Hennepin Theatre Trust, 900 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $40–$50 @ eventbrite.com
UMN Fashion Fest: FashionFest is an annual fall shopping, fashion show and tasting experience to support M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Masonic Children's Hospital. The event includes a strolling wine and food tasting, pop-up shopping from top Twin Cities boutiques, a live auction and a fashion show. Friday, 11/18, at 6pm @ Renaissance Minneapolis Hotel, The Depot, 225 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets start at $200 @ fashionfest.umn.edu
CONTINUING
A Common Thread Annual Member Exhibition
A Common Thread, the Textile Center’s annual member exhibition, returns for its 22nd year. This favorite exhibition showcased a diverse, innovative array of fiber art created by the center’s members. Each year, over a hundred artworks adorn the walls of Textile Center’s galleries in an exhibition that is as diverse in technique as it is prolific in scope. Techniques include stitching, quilting, knitting, crochet, sewing, weaving, dyeing, felting, needlework, hand construction, polymer clay, lacemaking, basketry, beading, sculpture, mixed media and more. On view through 10/15 @ Textile Center, 3000 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, textilecentermn.org
John Carmody: A Life in Sustainability
John Carmody, founding director of the Center for Sustainable Building Research (CSBR) at the University of Minnesota, sought balance and integration within the network of human life, ecological systems and built environments. John Carmody: A Life in Sustainability celebrates his remarkable 40+ year career as an environmental activist and systems designer who brought actionable solutions to complex problems. This exhibit traces John’s journey over four decades to enrich humankind's spiritual connection with the Earth and inspire responsible stewardship for the future. Free. On view through 12/1 @ Goldstein Museum of Design, Rapson Hall, 89 Church St SE, Minneapolis, design.umn.edu
PLAN AHEAD
Mark your calendars and get your tickets now for these upcoming event picks.
OCTOBER:
Friends’ Fashion Show and Formal Luncheon: Usually held during the Minneapolis Institute of Art’s annual Art in Bloom art and floral festival, this annual afternoon fashion show and luncheon hosted by Friends of the Institute has shifted to a fall format this year in anticipation of the upcoming exhibition, Botticelli and Renaissance Florence: Masterworks from the Uffizi. The show will feature fall looks from Galleria shops, styled and emceed by local fashion pro Grant Whittaker. The event also includes pre-show Bellinis and pastries, followed by a seated, Italian-inspired lunch. Friday, 10/7. Begins at 10am (11am show) @ Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $125 ($150 after 9/15) @ artsmia.org
PROMENADE at Dayton’s: The Skyroom on the 12th floor of Dayton's in downtown Minneapolis used to be the center of social. It will be again on October 8, when the Dayton’s Project hosts PROMENADE, an adult prom for a do-over done right. VIP tickets include a pre-prom dinner at Fhima’s. All proceeds benefit YouthLink MN. Saturday, 10/8 @ Dayton’s Project, 700 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis. Tickets start at $20 @ www.promenadempls.com
Preview Celebration Night @ Mia: The Minneapolis Institute of Art is back with its first after-hours party since 2019. Enjoy exclusive early access to the new exhibition, Botticelli and Renaissance Florence: Masterworks from the Uffizi, before it opens to the general public with entertainment, drinks and more on the second floor corridor. Saturday, 10/15, from 8pm–midnight @ Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $100 @ tickets.artsmia.org
Minneapolis Vintage Market October: The October MVM will take place at The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park with more than 40 of the top local vintage vendors. Sunday, 10/16, from 11am–4pm (11am–noon $10, noon–5pm Free) @ The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park, 1221 Theodore Wirth Pkwy, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
Fresh Traditions Fashion Show: The Fresh Traditions Fashion Show is back. Presented by CHAT (Center for Hmong Arts & Talent), the annual show is a culturally inspired fashion event which exhibits the creativity, originality and quality of work by Hmong fashion designers. Once again, it will be preceded by an Arts and Crafts Fashion Expo. 10/22 @ Saint Paul RiverCentre, 175 Kellogg Blvd W, St Paul. Learn more @ aboutchat.org & get tickets at ticketmaster.com
Joynoelle Fashion Design Workshops: Local fashion designer Joy Teiken has opened up the atelier and studio of her brand, Joynoelle, to host a series of fashion design workshops. Each workshop series is a four-week course geared toward a variety of skill levels, and registration is now open for Fall and Winter dates. Fall Atelier Workshop: 10/22–11/19. Winter Atelier Workshop: 1/7/23–2/4/23. Class series $650 (some scholarships available) @ joynoelle.com/workshops