Spring is in the air! This week’s shopping highlights include a new Linden Hills boutique you have to check out, plus The Golden Pearl Vintage spring collection launch, a Woman’s Month local maker pop-up and more.
New boutique alert:
Now open: didi DADA: After quietly opening its doors in Linden Hills this past December, new boutique didi DADA is making a buzz. Founded by sister duo Shaina and Ali Lee, the shop was first established in Alaska before the pair relocated to their home state of Minnesota. "Dedicated to fostering a creative community of shift makers, doers, visionaries and curious dwellers,” the concept was born out of their shared experience working in NYC and internationally for over 10 years in the art and fashion industries, where they made connections with emerging artists and brands, which now grace their shelves and walls. The ever-evolving shop features rotating fine artists, one-of-a-kind clothing pieces, jewelry, home goods, magazines, wellness products and a “conscious bodega.” Now open @ 4353 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, dididada.us
TICKETS JUST ANNOUNCED:
Fashion Week MN's Spring Season: Tickets for the spring season of Fashion Week MN's twice-yearly fashion week have just been announced. This season includes seven events every day for a week straight, with returning favorites like Rose & Bull’s vintage fashion show, the Coalesce fashion show highlighting local AAPI creatives and EVOLVE, the finale showcase of local designers produced by The Fitting Room boutique owner Kimberly Jurek-Valanzasca. 4/23–4/29, tickets now available @ fashionweekmn.com
TUESDAY, 3/21–FRIDAY, 3/24:
Local Maker Spring Cleaning Online Event: Three small, local brands are joining forces to clear out older inventory to make way for new goods. United Goods will have deep discounts on large matted prints, mini ornaments and more, plus find discounted vibrantly painted modern paintings and goods by Lauren Strom's Artifacts of Joy and natural skincare by Romi Apothecary. Tuesday beginning at 12am–Friday at midnight @ www.unitedgoodsusa.com, laurenstrom.com & romiapothecary.com
TUESDAY, 3/21 & SATURDAY, 3/25:
Sip N Bloom Flower Arranging Workshop: Celebrate the coming of spring at this seasonal workshop presented by floral studio, Sip N Bloom. Their team of Master Florists will guide you step by step to create your own custom floral design. Kits range from easy to intermediate and start at $65. Two classes: Tuesday at 5pm at Wooden Hill Brewing, Saturday at noon at Graze Provisions + Libations. Register & find more upcoming workshops @ sip-n-bloom.com
THURSDAY, 3/23:
LPF Vision Studio + Showroom Grand Opening: Vietnam-born, Minnesota-based fashion designer MiMi Nguyen is launching her new studio and showroom with a grand opening event. The studio will offer custom and one-of-a-kind garments, patterns, samples, consultations, alterations and small production and will double as her production and management company, LPF Vision, and as the home for her labels Melevated Designs, Võ Nguyễn Atelier (traditional Vietnamese formal dresses), Lenore and Lavida Collection. The showroom will be open to the public for shopping Thursdays through Saturdays weekly and by appointment. Thursday @ LPF Vision Studio, Tailoring & Showroom, 7204 W 27th St Suite 105, St. Louis Park, @lpfvision_studio
The Mustache Cat Birthday Bash: Vintage home goods store, The Mustache Cat, is celebrating one year of business with a birthday bash, and you're all invited. They'll be offering raffles throughout the night for prizes, a new signature scent with Onyx Candles, new merch and more. Thursday 6–8pm @ The Mustache Cat, 500 Lexington Pkwy S, St Paul, @themustachecat.home
THURSDAY, 3/23–SATURDAY, 3/25:
The Fitting Room Love Wins Celebration: One month ago, locally owned shop The Fitting Room was broken into and robbed of nearly $30,000 worth of handmade goods for its roster of all-local clothing and accessories designers. The store reopens in full form this weekend with a fully replenished selection of spring goods from its makers and designers, just in time for warming weather. Stop by and show your support for this incredibly talented group of artists and small businesses. Thursday–Saturday from noon–5pm @ The Fitting Room, 318 W 38th St, Minneapolis, @thefittingroommpls
FRIDAY, 3/24:
The Golden Pearl Vintage Spring Collection Launch: The Golden Pearl Vintage will be hauling out all of their fresh finds for warmer weather this weekend. You can expect to see all sorts of garments and accessories for all genders, both casual and formal wear, including some amazing designer pieces, jumpsuits, denim, leather and jewelry. Shop the spring collection during their regular business hours on Friday or anytime after. Launches Friday noon–6pm @ The Golden Pearl Vintage, 507A E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, thegoldenpearlvintage.com
FRIDAY, 3/24 & SATURDAY, 3/25:
Style Society Warehouse Sale: Curated vintage and modern rental service, Style Society, is cleaning out retired items from its warehouse for a mega furniture and housewares sale. The sale will include vintage and modern furniture, tabletop items, and other odds and ends, plus pop-ups from special guests Broken & Bone Vintage and Savage Cactus Co., and items will be priced to sell. Friday & Saturday 10am–3pm @ 626 Armstrong Ave, St Paul, @stylesociety.rent
SATURDAY, 3/25:
Como Park Conservatory Winter Flower Show - Opening Day: Get a taste of spring at Como Park Conservatory’s Winter Flower Show, which closes this weekend in its Sunken Garden. The 2023 Spring Flower Show will feature hundreds of white and purple tulips with daffodils, pansies viola and delphinium. Opening Saturday 10am–4pm, ends 4/30 @ Como Park Conservatory, 1225 Estabrook Dr, St. Paul, comozooconservatory.org
Lake + Irving Spring Market: Join neighboring shops Legacy, Les Sól and Combine plus restaurants Barbette and Brim for a springtime market. Stop by each business to get a punch on an event passport for special discounts and treats, be entered in a raffle for prizes when you complete your passport, and more surprises. Saturday 11am–6pm @ 1609-1614 W Lake St, Minneapolis, @shoplegacystore
Rainbow Room Vintage Thrift Shop Opening Day: Duluth is getting a new vintage/thrift shop this weekend. Rainbow Room is an "affordable, inclusive" vintage store-within-a-store at Adeline Inc. hair salon and features vintage clothing, records, tapes, furniture and housewares curated by Lady Outlaw Vintage, Art Deco Dame and others. Saturday noon–6pm @ Adeline Inc, 1132 E 9th St, Duluth, @rainbow_room_at_adeline_inc
Stay Blooming: A Women's Month Pop-up Market: The Klituation, a femme, queer focused dance night, is joining forces with juice bar The Dripping Roots for a market pop-up celebrating Women's Month. It features 16 femme and/or queer vendors and makers, including Gigi's Flair Emporium, Fottonia, Leeya Makes Noise Art, Daughters & Suns, Lucia Makes Art, New Street Co and more. Plus: there will be Klituation DJ regulars NeekaSoDope, DJ Miss Brit and DJ Keezy doing sets throughout the day, snacks from Hola Arepa and a raffle with proceeds going to BIPOC youth attending the She Rock She Rock retreat. Saturday 1–5pm @ The Dripping Root, 4002 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, @theklituation
SATURDAY, 3/25 & Sunday, 3/26:
Keg & Case Weekend Markets: Join St. Paul food hall and marketplace Keg & Case every weekend now through the end of April for pop-up shops from local makers, food trucks and more. Vendors var by weekend; this week incudes Small Things Fair Trade (fair-trade goods), The Bloom Bums (healing crystals and more), Evla Pottery, Girl Scouts cookies and more. Saturday & Sunday 11am–8pm @ Keg & Case Market, 928 7th St W, St Paul, www.kegandcase.com
Sunday, 3/26:
Galleria Floral Experience with Bachman's Opening Day: Since 1960, spring has brought the Twin Cities a floral experience—for decades, at the downtown Minneapolis Dayton's flagship (and later when that historic building became Marshall Field's and Macy's). Over the past few years, it has taken new form at Edina shopping center, Galleria, with longtime Dayton's floral show partner, Bachman's Florals. Head over to see magical, fairy-inspired installations and blooming florals across the mall. 3/26–4/9 during mall hours @ Galleria, 3510 W 69th St, Edina, galleriaedina.com
Quincy Street Makers Market: Join Minneapolis Craft Market at the beautiful, spacious Quincy Hall in Northeast Minneapolis for their first market in the space. They’ll be hosting dozens of local makers for one of their biggest markets to date. Find a whopping 80 vendors selling handmade goods, DJ Buster Baxter keeping the vibes flowing and a cash bar selling NA beverages, beer, wine or cocktails to enjoy while you shop. Sunday 11am–4pm @ Quincy Hall, 1325 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis. Free, register @ eventbrite.com
Market Collective MN Makers Market: Led by local maker Chingona Goods, Market Collective MN is a market collective that prioritizes BIPOC and queer vendors and allies, with a different group of makers each market. This weekend’s market heads to Black Stack Brewing in St. Paul with goods from a group of 15 local makers, including natural skincare, jewelry and crystals, cookies, original art and more. Sunday noon–5pm @ Black Stack Brewing, 755 Prior Ave N, St Paul, @marketcollectivemn
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Bachman's Spring Ideas for the Home Tour: Welcome springtime with home décor trends and welcoming outdoor rooms complete with budding branches, fresh florals and bright hues. This self-guided tour includes spring-inspired home decor vignettes, ideas and design tips to renew your outdoor space, front porch ideas and stunning outdoor containers filled with early spring annuals. Your ticket includes a $5-off-$25 coupon for your next purchase. Daily through 4/2 @ Bachman's on Lyndale, 6010 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $5 @ bachmans.com
Textile Trail: Matriarchal Legacy: Minnesota-based fair-trade company RedGreen Rivers, which sells handcrafted goods from the Mekong region in Asia, presents a month-long exhibition showcasing vibrant products and artisan makers from their recent trip to Laos, Vietnam and Thailand. Come experience the power and legacy of generations of matriarchal artisans in this exhibit co-curated by Hmong artist Ka Oskar Ly. On view through March @ XIA Gallery & Café, 422 University Ave W #14, St Paul, facebook.com
UPCOMING - JUST ANNOUNCED:
Black & White Ball 2.0: A black-tie fashion show and party to raise money for the Mikel Freeman Foundation of Sierra Leone, West Africa, the second-annual event by designer Arianne Zager features designs by local designers along with special guests Urban Bush Women from New York performing a dance piece to live music. Saturday, 4/1, 7–10pm @ W Minneapolis, 821 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $40–$90 @ eventbrite.com
House of KLynn Wedding Experience: Witness the debut of the House of KLynn’s new couture bridal line at this fashion showcase produced by Richard Moody. The event also includes cigar rolling, bourbon tastings, henna, appetizers and a cocktail reception. Saturday, 4/8 @ Glass House, 145 Holden St N, Minneapolis. Tickets $35–$75 @ houseofklynn.com
Minneapolis Vintage Market April:: The monthly market heads to a new, larger venue in Northeast Minneapolis for its April date with 80 of the region’s top vintage sellers. Tickets are $10 before noon or free after. Sunday, 4/16 from 11am–4pm @ Quincy Hall, 1325 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis, mplsvintagemarket.com
NUBIUltimateRunway - The Nile: Local designer Nyamal BothDol is showcasing her spring collection for her label, Nubi Collections, in a solo runway show inspired by the Nile River, one of the most historical figures of African located in East Africa, reflecting the riches of Gold and Silver presenting the Gods and Goddesses of the Nile. Friday, 4/21, at 7pm @ FIVE Event Center, 2917 Bryant Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $30–$50 @ eventbrite.com
The Hmong Thai Fashion Show: Known for their annual Fresh Traditions Fashion Show, the Center for Hmong Arts and Talent is debuting a new spring show featuring six Hmong designers from Thailand to share their unique clothing designs. The event is preceded by a Hmong vendor showcase. Saturday, 4/29, 4–6pm vendors, 6pm doors, 7pm show @ Union Depot, 240 E Kellogg Blvd, St Paul. Tickets $60+ @ eventbrite.com
Black Fashion Week MN’s Spring Season: Mark your calendars—Black Fashion Week MN has just announced its spring dates. The event is a platform to showcase talented Black and Brown creatives in the Twin Cities fashion industry. 5/5–5/13; tickets to be announced. See the lineup at @blackfashionweekmn
Runway For Hope: This annual fundraiser event includes a fashion show featuring looks showcasing spring trends benefiting the Hope Chest for Breast Cancer Foundation. Sunday, 5/7, from 10:30am–12:30pm @ Galleria, 69th & France, Edina. Tickets $125+ @ runwayforhope.givesmart.com
Sip N Bloom x Amy Seaman present SS23 Fashion Show: The spring show presented by Sip N Bloom and stylist Amy Season returns for their annual spring show. Details and tickets are TBA, but save the date for 5/23.
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