This week’s local style and shopping highlights include three fall fashion shows, the return of the Rent the Runway pop-up at the megamall and the Anoka Vintage Fest.
The Rent the Runway sample sale returns to the Mall of America this week.
ONGOING:
Queen Bee Vintage Findz Store Closing Sale: Robbinsdale vintage shop Queen Bee Vintage Findz is sadly closing their doors at the end of October. Floyd first opened the store at the end of 2022 with a curated mix of vintage dishes, decor, jewelry and clothing. She’s moving the store to an online format and will continue to show up at pop-up markets around the Twin Cities. Until the store closing, you can save 50% storewide, and fixtures are also for sale. Cash and Venmo only. Hours: Wednesday–Saturday 11am–5pm @ 4629 41st Ave N, Robbinsdale, @queenbeevintagefindz
TUESDAY, 10/1:
Vintage Fall Crawl Kicks Off: The third annual 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 ($10) will get you a one-time 10% off discount at all 15 woman-owned vintage and resale shops on the crawl. Plus, three lucky crawlers who get a stamp from each shop will receive a $25 gift card from each participating shop (a $375 value). Purchase a passport online or at any participating shop location. 10/1–10/31 @ various locations, vintagefallcrawl.com
WEDNESDAY, 10/2:
Larissa Loden’s Loden Up Sale: Larissa Loden’s annual fall sale is back. For four days only, the local jewelry designer is offering 25% off all jewelry styles online. Beginning Wednesday @ larissaloden.com
Moth Market Begins: Seven guest vintage vendors are popping-up at Moth Oddities in Moth Studio for the first two weeks of October. The crew is taking part in the Vintage Fall Crawl, so come through with your VFC Passport for 10% off storewide. (Order your Passport now at vintagefallcrawl.com or buy one in store). Vendors include Palisaint, Ladybug Vintage, Helen Miller Studio, bs13 Vintage, NCI Resale, Great Northern Vintage and Nothing New. Begins Wednesday; Open daily except Tuesdays from 10/2–10/14 @ Moth Oddities, 13 5th St NE, Minneapolis, @mothoddities
Luxe Streetwear: The Denim Experience: Local fashion designer Keiona Cook of Qe’Bella Couture returns with her semi-annual fashion show benefiting her youth sewing nonprofit, Lovely’s Sewing. This fall’s theme is denim, so expect lots of denim-infused looks from the show’s designers, which include Qe'Bella Couture, Chemistry Fashions, Nancy Kuledge of BitterSweet Designs, Nashipai, Tina Burnside and Jimi Vudu, plus a segment featuring kids' designs from Lovely's Sewing. Wednesday 6–9:30m @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, Tickets $50–$100 @ eventbrite.com
THURSDAY, 10/3:
Hermine x Lucille’s Bottle Shop Pop-up: New downtown vintage shop Hermine welcomes guest Lucille’s Bottle Shop for an in-store pop-up. The NA bottle shop and tasting room will be offering free samples to sip while you shop the store’s dozens of newly added fall arrivals. My own brand, Rosella Vintage, will also have new fall arrivals in store for the occasion. Thursday 3–6pm @ Hermine, 323 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, @herminevintage
FRIDAY, 10/4:
Rent the Runway Pop-up Launch at MOA: Following the first sample sale last spring, Mall of America is partnering with Rent the Runway again on a pop-up style shop. This time, the sample sale will feature much more than dresses and gowns. It includes thousands of pre-loved pieces and styles from past Rent the Runway collections for the fall and winter months at a fraction of original retail prices including outerwear, tops, skirts, pants, dresses, accessories and more from sought-after designer brands available in a variety of sizes and styles. Shop early; quantities are limited and sizes will vary for each piece. Opening Friday; continues into early 2025 @ Mall of America, Level 1, Bloomington, mallofamerica.com
Olio Vintage 2-Year Anniversary Happy Hour: Vintage shop Olio Vintage celebrates two years of business with a happy hour event. It doubles as the launch of its October guest vintage vendor, Glam Diggers Vintage, and its vintage Halloween costume collection. The resident vintage vendors will also debut their latest fall finds. Enjoy bubbly, NA beverages and snacks while you shop. Friday 4–6pm @ Olio Vintage, 21 5th St NE, Minneapolis, @olio.mpls
Cultura v Estilo: Latino Fashion Extravaganza: Local Latinx-owned brands Corazon Clothing and SB Artisan Jewelry (purveyor of Mexican Silver jewelry) ultimate celebration of Latino fashion and culture. Join the brands and community at The B Suite for a night filled with vibrant colors, bold designs and local talent. The runway will present a fusion of tradition and modernity, showcasing the rich diversity of Latino fashion. Friday 6–8:30pm @ The B Suite, 81 S 9th St #100, Minneapolis. $45–$75 @ eventbrite.com
FRIDAY, 10/4–SUNDAY, 10/6:
Sota Clothing's Fall Warehouse Sale: Shop for one-of-a-kinds, samples, recently discounted apparel and a scratch-and-dent section during Sota Clothing’s annual fall warehouse sale. This year, they’re adding an outdoor tent to expand the sales floor, providing an additional 1,000 square feet to your shopping experience. Friday & Saturday 9am–7pm, Sunday 10am–5pm @ 6524 Walker St, Minneapolis, facebook.com
Saint Paul Fall Arts Crawl: The city-wide Saint Paul Fall Art Crawl returns with the chance to explore and shop the work of hundreds of local artists at 26 different galleries and artist buildings. Highlights include over 75 artists and makers inside the Brewhouse-turned-artist-lofts of the Schmidt Artist Lofts, and see live visual art on the rooftop. Friday–Sunday various times @ various locations in St Paul, learn more @ stpaulartcollective.org
SATURDAY, 10/5:
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, facebook.com
Anoka Vintage Fest: The second annual Anoka Vintage Fest takes downtown Anoka this weekend with over 100 vintage and antique vendors lining the streets with the best vintage treasures to be found. There will also be classic cars on display, food trucks and live music, plus Anoka’s Social District will be in effect (meaning: you can take alcoholic beverages on the streets during the event). Visit the website for complete details and event maps. Free. Saturday 10am–5pm @ downtown Anoka, anokavintagefest.com
Shades Vintage Market: Black-owned market organizer Shades Market is hosting its latest event this weekend. The vintage market features a curated group of 18 vintage vendors, along with music and coffee from Backstory Coffee. Sunday noon–4pm free (11am early-bird $8 entry) @ The Neu Neu, 514 N 3rd St #101, Minneapolis, @shadesmrkt
Extreme Noise Flea Market: Volunteer-run co-op record shop Extreme Noise hosts its annual flea market this weekend in the back parking lot. The market features a variety of vendors selling records, books, tapes, posters, tees and more. Saturday 10am–2pm @ Extreme Noise Records, 407 W Lake St, Minneapolis, @extremenoisempls
Love Token Vintage Halloween Market: Love Token Vintage is hosting a Halloween market in the spirit of the season at its South Minneapolis storefront. Vendors include Cool Trash, Esther Edna Clothing, and more, plus tarot card readings and coffee. Afterward, head next door as the neighboring Dandelion Fiber shop is celebrating their one-year shop birthday with 10% off storewide. Saturday noon–6pm @ Love Token, 3950 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @lovetokenmpls
In the Alley Oktoberfest Market: Hewing Hotel is partnering with North Loop luxury retailer MartinPatrick3 on a pop-up series in their shared alley. They’ll host a dozen local makers curated by Mich Berthiaume of Mich’s Markets along with live German music, a beer garden with a seasonal German-inspired menu crafted by Tullibee for four consecutive Saturdays through the first weekend of October. Saturday noon–4pm @ MartinPatrick3, 212 N 3rd St, Minneapolis, hewinghotel.com
MAN DOWN: The Other Side of Rage: Produced by Gayle Smaller, Jr, this fashion show concept celebrates menswear in the Twin Cities as a vehicle to bring awareness to male mental health. MAN DOWN will spotlight designer's menswear collections from local designers using male and masc-presenting models. Before and after the show, you can also support local businesses by shopping the pop-up shop and learn more about mental health at the resource fair. Saturday 6–10pm @ Hollywood Theater, 2815 Johnson St, NE, Minneapolis. Tickets $40 @ eventbrite.com
SUNDAY, 10/6:
Sustainable Outerwear Fashion Show: In lieu of a week of events, Black Fashion Week MN is putting all its energy into one big show this fall. Find sustainable, secondhand outerwear looks styled for the streets from Buffalo Exchange, Goodwill, Arc’s Value Village and more. There will also be a presentation of the fall collection from local designer Jummy’s Corner. Sunday 4–7pm @ Hewing Hotel, 300 N Washington Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $25–$45 @ eventbrite.com
WEEKLY EVENTS:
Mill City Farmers Market: Amidst the Twin Cities’ plethora of farmers markets, Mill City Farmers Market stands out for its idyllic location at the Mill City Museum and its emphasis on building a local, sustainable and organic food economy. A mainstay since 2006, the market is outdoors for the season, popping up weekly with a curated, diverse group of over 50 local farmers, food makers and handcrafted artisans hailing from across the state. Saturdays 9am–1pm through October @ Mill City Museum, 704 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, millcityfarmersmarket.org
NE Farmers Market: The weekly NE Farmers Market is back outdoors for the season. Head to the St. Boniface Church parking lot every Saturday through October 12, rain or shine, for specialty foods, baked goods, beverages, fresh produce and handmade goods. Saturdays 9am–1pm @ University Ave NE & 7th Ave NE, northeastfarmersmarket.com
Linden Hills Farmers Market: The Linden Hills Farmers Market is back with its outdoor market. Come for lunch, support your local growers and makers and enjoy live music. Find them in the parking lot of Settergrens of Linden Hills every Sunday through October, rain or shine. Sundays 10am–1pm @ Settergrens, 2813 W 43rd St, Minneapolis, farmersmarketsofmpls.org
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. Saturdays 7am–1:30pm through October @ 13594 100th St NW, South Haven, facebook.com
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE:
Fashion Week MN: Future of Fashion: Fashion Week MN's abbreviated fall season features two events. They include this panel discussion and fashion presentation with a theme of "the future of fashion" featuring local experts in sustainability, tech and AI as well as live models showcasing looks by local designers. Wednesday 10/9, 6–9pm @ Morrie's Minnetonka Mazda, 13700 Wayzata Blvd, Minnetonka. $45 @ eventbrite.com
Fashion Week MN: Creative Renaissance: Fashion Week MN’s finale, “Creative Renaissance,” celebrates the vibrant surge of creativity flourishing across Minnesota at host venue, Minneapolis Institute of Art. Unlike traditional runway shows, Creative Renaissance will feature community luminaries from across various industries—celebrity chefs, professional athletes, political figures, and more—who are actively shaping culture and creativity in Minnesota, as well as traditional models, showcasing looks from local designers and shops. Saturday 10/12, 7–11pm @ Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, $75+ @ eventbrite.com