This week’s local style and shopping highlights include Valentine’s makers markets and more.
Palisaint Vintage pops up at Hermine this weekend
TUESDAY, 2/11:
Serge + Jane Dirty Flirty Galentine's Party: Edina clothing shop Serge + Jane is hosting a Galentine’s shop party. Sip “dirty sodas” while you shop, play champagne pong for shopping discounts, write Valentines for local senior community residents, enter giveaways and more. Tuesday 4–7pm @ 4532 France Ave S, Edina, @sergeandjaneshop
Vintage Vessel Flower Arranging: Learn the art of turning budget-friendly grocery store blooms into stunning arrangements with vintage holiday touches in this hands-on class from home and gift shop, The Mustache Cat. It begins with a design demo and a "field trip" to shop for flowers, followed by guided instruction to craft a personalized masterpiece. Includes supples and a store discount. Tuesday 5:30–7pm @ The Mustache Cat, 500 Lexington Pkwy S, St Paul, $40 @ eventbrite.com
THURSDAY, 2/13:
Galentine's Sip 'n Shop at 3828: The businesses of the 3828 block of South Minneapolis are hosting a cooperative, gender-inclusive sip-and-shop event in honor of Valentine’s Day. Tropes & Trifles is hosting a pop-up from Tried & True Confections with vegan, gluten-free treats, zero-waste store Tare Market will have bulk candy and local candles for sale, and Studio emme will have floral and botanical gifts and goodies, plus complimentary treats and beverages at each stop. Thursday 5–7pm @ S 28th Ave & E 38th St, Minneapolis, @tropesandtrifles
Oldies & Goodies Galentine’s Day Blowout Sale: The downtown White Bear Lake vintage and artisan shop is having a big sale in honor of Galentine’s Day. Save 50% off all clothing storewide, plus don’t miss the $2.50 clothing deals. Thursday 5–8pm @ Oldies & Goodies, 4717 Clark Ave, White Bear Lake, @oldiesandgoodiesmn
Galentine's Day at Primp Boutique: Treat yourself and your best gals to a night of self-care and style. Learn how to elevate your wardrobe and makeup routine with a complimentary undertone analysis from ColorFixx (the store will be helpfully. merchandised by warm vs. cool tones) and get makeup tips from Sigma Beauty. Plus: a charm bar, custom fruit mimosas and more. Thursday 5–8:30pm @ Primp Boutique, 826 W 50th St, Minneapolis, primp-boutique.com
THURSDAY, 2/13–SUNDAY, 2/16:
Sip N Bloom Galentine’s Flower Workshops: Enhance your flower arranging skills with you gal pals at a flower arranging workshop this weekend presented by Sip N Bloom. Experienced floral instructors will lead you through the process, and you can enjoy craft beer or cider while you create. All materials are provided, including a vase for you to take your creation home. Thursday–Sunday @ various locations, $70–$85 registration @ sip-n-bloom.com
SENTi 3 Year Anniversary Celebration: 50th & France fragrance boutique SENTi is celebrating its third birthday with a weekend of festivities. Things kick off on Thursday night with festive sips and nibbles, hand-drawn stationery by L'Art di Baci and a bespoke cake, plus 15% off storewide and giveaways throughout the weekend. Thursday 5–8pm + Friday–Sunday @ SENTi, 3922 W 50th St, #104, Edina, @shop_senti
FRIDAY, 2/14 & SUNDAY, 2/16:
Palisant Vintage Valentine’s Pop-up: Downtown vintage clothing shop Hermine hosts a weekend-long popup from local vintage brand, Palisaint. The romantic, dreamy finds are perfect for Valentine’s Day weekend, and includes sweet vintage bras, corsets, silky robes and more. Come after 3pm on Friday for a glass of wine while you shop. Friday 11am–6pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am–5pm @ Hermine, downtown Minneapolis, @herminevintage
SATURDAY, 2/15:
Vintage Thriftfluencer Closet Pop-up: Local vintage favorite Glam Diggers Vintage is hosting a one-day Valentine's pop-up sale at its studio featuring finds from the glam closet of local vintage collector, Andrea Gregory-Schuelke. It’s also a great chance to check out the latest finds from Glam Diggers Vintage, one of the best vintage purveyors in the area, and other open studios in the building. Saturday 11am–6pm @ Art & Architecture, 3338 University Ave SE Minneapolis, 3rd floor (parking lot in back), @glamdiggersvintage
Cast + Charm Vintage Coach Pop-up: Southside vintage clothing shop Tandem Vintage is hosting local vintage Coach purveyors Cast & Charm for a vintage Coach pop-up. Peruse the brand’s newly debuted collection of freshly restored, authentic vintage Coach bags and treat yourself to some Valentine’s vintage shopping. Saturday noon–5pm @ Tandem Vintage, 316 W 38th St, Minneapolis, @tandemvintage
Twin Cities Record Show: The Twin Cities Record Show pops up this weekend with 10 vendors for its monthly record show. The tables will be full of record albums, 45 RPM records and music memorabilia, plus craft beer to sip while you shop. Saturday noon–4pm @ Summit Brewing, 910 Montreal Cir, St Paul, facebook.com
Minneapolis Makers Market & Bar Hop: A makers market and bar crawl in one, this event presented by market concept, I Heart Indie Markets, returns to Northeast Minneapolis for a multi-venue event. Shop 45 local makers spread throughout three locations with a craft beer or cocktail in hand. Goods include jewelry, knitwear, vintage goods, home decor, metal works, prints, soap, candles, paintings and more. Saturday 1–6pm @ Indeed Brewing, Dashfire Distillery and Padraig’s Brewing, NE Minneapolis, @ihimpopups
Nova Pop-up Galentine's Day Event: Grab your gals or come solo to this Galentine’s Day event presented by Nova Pop-up. Happenings include DIY mini bento cake decorating with Bánh by Anh Bakery, mini bouquet making, bubbly (regular and NA) and refreshments. Seats are limited. Saturday 3–5pm @ Eat Street Crossing, Second Floor. $60; add bubbly for $10 @ eventbrite.com
Petty Treason's Burlesque Bonanza: Saddle up for a night of burlesque and shopping at this event presented by Patty Treason Productions. The "glitter-drenched" marketplace includes local makers like Rah Rah Robo (one-of-a-kind upcycled and chain-stitched embroidered items, with live customization options); Candy Claws (rhinestones, cannabis accessories and more glam goodies); Dazzle Ties (rhinestoned and shmmery neckwear); Dancing Cow Resin Art (handmade resin art). Bonus: Plus: a Valentine western-wear outfit contest with prizes, a themed photo booth and line dancing. 21+. Saturday, 7pm doors, 8pm show @ Turf Club, 1601 University Ave W, St Paul, $20 @ https://first-avenue.com/event/2025-02-petty-treasons-burlesque-bonanza/
SATURDAY, 2/15 & SUNDAY, 2/16:
February Art Fair at the Arb: The February Art Fair is back in conjunction with the Spring Flower Show at the Arboretum. Visitors can get respite from the monochromatic winter landscape and soak up the spectrum of colors found in blooming bulbs, annuals and tropical plants while shopping vendors that incorporate a botanical element into the products they sell. Included with Arboretum admission ($20–$25). Saturday & Sunday 10am–4pm @ Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Oswald Visitor Center, 3675 Arboretum Dr, Chaska, arb.umn.edu
Flamingo's Divine Vintage Open Weekend: One of the funkiest, quirkiest vintage shops in town is back open this weekend with a fully restocked shop featuring a variety of vendors spread throughout a dozen rooms. For one weekend every month, expect an eclectic, arty and affordable assortment of vintage home decor, furniture, jewelry, clothing and more for every aesthetic. Saturday & Sunday noon–6pm daily @ Flamingos Divine Vintage, 3404 Cedar Ave, Minneapolis, flamingosdivinevintage.com
SUNDAY, 2/16:
Queer Writes Book Fair: Enjoy a day of queer literature and community in this event presented by Twin Cities Pride, Loft Literary Center and Tropes & Trifles Romance Bookshop. It includes a book fair market, queer author panel, book signing, queer romance writing and poetry workshops and more. Sunday 11am–3pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, tcpride.org
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE:
Ready or Hot: Rock, Runway & Reproductive Rights: Planned Parenthood’s annual fundraiser fashion show returns to gather its supporters for an evening of fashion and music at the most iconic music venue in town—First Avenue. The show raises essential funds to support their sexual and reproductive health services and inclusive sex education in Minnesota with community models of all shapes, sizes, races and genders wearing looks from local shops, with DJ Tricky Miki. 18+. Thursday, 2/20, 7pm doors, 8pm show @ First Avenue, 701 1st Ave N, Minneapolis. Tickets $25+ @ readyorhot.org
Fashion Fight Night: Fashion and flowers collide in a high-energy runway competition presented by Sip N Bloom and local stylist Amy Seeman. Top stylists and designers from the Twin Cities will go head-to-head in a boxing ring, crafting jaw-dropping looks live before your eyes. Saturday, 2/21, 5pm doors, 6:30pm show. Tickets $35–$75 @ sip-n-bloom.com
Threads of Wonder: A Colorful Spectacle Fashion Show: Join Lovely's Sewing and Qe'Bella Couture for their 16th annual fashion show fundraiser. The fashoin show features full collections from eight local designers and shops including Nashipai, Ian Friske, Corazon Clothing and a group of kids and teens from Lovely's Sewing classes. Plus: live interactive painting, games, vendors, live DJ and full bar. Proceeds benefit Lovely's Sewing programs. Thursday, 3/27, 6–9pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, $33+ @ eventbrite.com
MAN DOWN: Heroes & Villains Fashion Show: 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. This spring’s show will highlight 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. Friday, 4/11, 6–10pm (5pm doors) @ The Haralson Room at Minneapolis Cider Co, 701 SE 9th St. Minneapolis. Tickets $37.92 @ eventbrite.com
SAVE THE DATES:
Friday, 4/26: 5th Annual Native Nations Fashion Night, nativenationsfashion.com
4/26–5/3: Black Fashion Week MN, @blackfashionweekmn
Includes Minnesota Arts and Designers Exhibition on Saturday, 5/3 at Minneapolis Institute of Art
Saturday, 5/3: EVOLVE: A Midsummer Night’s Dream, @evolvefashionmn