This week’s local style and shopping highlights include a Kentucky Derby hat party, a Lovely’s Sewing semi-annual benefit fashion show and more.
Scarborough Fair Shop’s annual Hats, Horses & High Tea party returns this weekend.
WEDNESDAY, 3/26:
Once Upon a Child Vintage Kids' Drop: The Anoka location of the resale kids’ store has been holding back all its vintage apparel donations for a big drop. Shop their biggest and best selection of vintage children's and baby apparel beginning Wednesday at 9am. @ 3603 Round Lake Blvd NW, Anoka, facebook.com
Insights 2025 Design Lecture Series: Odd Mart: As part of the Walker Art Center's 2025 Design Lecture Series, the creator of Uptown shop Odd Mart, Brad McGinty, will be speaking about his approach to underground comics, illustrations, zines and more. He’ll be joined by collaborators Xiomar Luna, Monster Matt, Torrie Oehrlein, Sam Richards/Weird Punk Books and Leda Zawacki. Wednesday at 7pm @ Walker Cinema, 725 Vineland Pl, Minneapolis. Tickets $24 ($19 members, $10 students) @ walkerart.org
THURSDAY, 3/27:
Olds on Selby Soft Opening: St. Paul is welcoming a new vintage shop with a soft opening this week, with regular hours beginning the first week of April. It’s the first brick-and-mortar location by the owner of AbaloneShine, an Etsy vintage clothing brand that specializes in items from the ‘80s and ‘90s, focusing on dresses, sweaters, skirts, tops and fun outerwear. Located in the same building as Primp boutique and down the street from BlackBlue and IDUN, it’s a welcome addition to St. Paul’s Cathedral Hill neighborhood. Thursday 11am–5pm @ 164 Dale St, N, St Paul, @oldsonselby
Meet Your Maker: The Shops at Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center: Meet over 40 local makers at the grand opening of a new pop-up at The Shops at Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center. Curated by Minneapolis Craft Market, the pop-up features jewelry, home goods, apparel, coffee and more from some of the city's best artisans. RSVP via Eventbrite for a chance to win a gift basket filled with locally made treasures. Retail hours beginning Friday: Tuesdays–Saturdays 10am–4pm weekly. Thursday 11am–2pm @ Meet Minneapolis Visitor Center, 505 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, eventbrite.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 6–9pm @ Machine Shop, 300 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, $50+ @ eventbrite.com
The Cat's Out of the Bag: Meet the Mustache Cat Made + 3rd Birthday Party: Celebrate The Mustache Cat's third anniversary and the launch of their in-house brand, The Mustache Cat Made. Specializing in curated vintage and modern home goods, this woman-owned shop invites you to an interactive experience featuring upcycled home decor, along with snacks, beverages, giveaways, and more. Join the community in commemorating this milestone and explore unique pieces that blend the old with the new. Thursday 6–9pm @ 500 Lexington Pkwy S, St Paul, eventbrite.com
Love Bites: A Southern Gothic Fairytale: Inclusive, sex-positive sex shop Smitten Kitten and neighboring shop Twin Cities Leather are joining forces with fashion designers Samantha Rei (a Project Runway alum) and Apatico for a showcase of local artists and vendors. The dual-location event will feature a makers market featuring a handpicked selection of local makers representing everything from the mystical to the macabre at Twin Cities Leather. Meanwhile, Samantha Rei and Apatico will pop up in Smitten Kitten’s parlor with their collections of sparkly, seductive and seánce-worthy handmade pieces. Thursday 1–8pm @ 710 W Lake St & 3010 Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis, @smittenkittenmn
THURSDAY, 3/27–SATURDAY, 3/29:
gh2 90% Off Sale: The designer resale clothing store is hosting its hotly anticipated, semi-annual blowout sale. Save 90% on select items, plus get 20% off full-price items. Some exclusions may apply. Get there early for best selection, and expect a line on the first day. Thursday & Friday noon–6pm & Saturday 11am–5pm, 318 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, @gh2consignment
THURSDAY, 3/27–SUNDAY, 3/30:
Dutch Door Vintage: Hop Into Spring Sale: Dutch Door Vintage, formerly known as Haupt Antiek, hosts its monthly, weekend-long sale features a fresh restock of timeless treasures from 15 vendors. This month, explore curated vintage finds celebrating renewal, growth and springtime beauty. Thursday 9am–7pm, Friday 9am–6pm, Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 11am–4pm @ Dutch Door Vintage, 7570 W 147th St, Apple Valley, dutchdoorvintage.com
SATURDAY, 3/29 & SUNDAY, 3/30:
Southside Vintage Open Weekend: Open just two weekends a month, every time South Minneapolis vintage home store Southside Vintage is open is an event. The store specializes in stylish and affordable vintage furniture and decor, artwork and textiles, plus clothing, fashion accessories and an array of sundries with an emphasis on mid-century modern pieces. Saturday & Sunday noon–5pm both days @ Southside Vintage, 1832 E 42nd St, Minneapolis, @southsidevintage
Maria Stanley Warehouse Sale: Local clothing designer Maria Stanley is hosting a warehouse sale, giving you the chance to snag handcrafted archives, samples and items with slight imperfections from her collection along with vintage and designer pieces from her personal wardrobe at up to 80% off (plus $10 bins). It kicks off with an early-bird soirée with natural wine and tunes while you shop. Come wearing layers for easy try-ons; private changing room is very limited. Cash or Venmo accepted. Friday 4–8pm early bird ($10) & Saturday 9am–2pm (free) @ 742 E 54th St. Minneapolis, mariastanley.com
SATURDAY, 3/29:
Wild Vintage Monthly Market: Held the last Saturday of every month, the Wild Things Antiques, Wild Vintage Collective and Clapping Monkey House of Coffee consortium host Wild Vintage Market. This month’s edition features 20% off Wild Things Antiques and most of the 50+ Wild Things Collective dealers (sale runs Saturday through Monday), plus popups from local makers and bakers. Saturday 11am–4pm @ Clapping Monkey, 7274 Commerce Cir E, Fridley, @wildvintagemarket
Water Wave Spring Season $10 Sale: The streetwear-focused vintage shop located just outside of Dinkytown is hosting a big sale this weekend. All spring clothing and accessories (both designer and vintage) are $10, plus take 15% off new shoes and 30% off used shoes. Saturday noon–7pm @ 1521 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, @waterwavempls
Scarborough Fair Shop’s Annual Hats, Horses & High Tea: Scarborough Fair Shop’s Hats, Horses & High Tea is back for 2025 for the first time in six years. Created to celebrate the art of millinery and prepare for Kentucky Derby parties, Easter and other spring and summer events, the event includes one-of-a-kind hats and headpieces by local hat makers Karen Morris Millinery and Cha Cha’s House, plus high tea service. A portion of proceeds benefits Northrop Centennial Commissions supporting the performing arts. Saturday noon–4pm @ 1583 Hamline Ave N, Falcon Heights, scarboroughfairshop.com
Modesitt Markets & Queermunity Gay Bouquet Makers Market: Join Modesitt Markets and Queermunity for a vibrant makers market featuring 15 local LGBTQ+, BIPOC and disabled artists. Shop original collages, paintings, pottery, hand-poured candles, jewelry and more. There will also be free activities including DIY seed tape and April goal bingo. Come support local queer artists and keep our cities colorful. Note: face masks required for entry. Saturday noon–6pm @ Queermunity, 3036 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, @modesittmarkets
ONGOING:
Galleria Floral Experience: Escape to Paradise: Since 1960, spring has brought the Twin Cities a floral experience—for decades, at the downtown Minneapolis Dayton's flagship. 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. This year’s theme “Into the Deep” features floral installations inspired by the ocean’s wondrous flora and fauna throughout the mall. Free. Open daily during mall hours through 4/6 @ Galleria, 3510 W 69th St, Edina, galleriaedina.com
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE:
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 $35+ @ eventbrite.com
Runway for Hope: The annual show benefiting the Hope Chest for Breast Cancer Foundation returns to The Westin Edina Galleria for an evening of fashion, fundraising and community. Guests will enjoy a reception, silent and live auctions and a high-energy runway show curated by Grant Whittaker featuring trend-forward fashion and inspiring breast cancer patients sharing their journeys. Saturday, 4/12, 11:30am–2:30pm @ The Westin, 3201 Galleria, Edina, Tickets $125+ @ hopechest.com
Rise & Bloom Fashion Show: Get ready for a night of fashion, art, and inspiration. Presented by LPF Production, thes how features collections by local designers Mimi Vo Nguyen, Pieces of Kandakes, Tie'n, Lesley Helen and Trisha Trinh. Friday, 4/18, 4pm (5pm show) @ 1128 Harmon Pl, MInneapolis. Tickets $30+ @ kultureklub.org
The Streets Are Watching Fashion Show: Black Fashion Week MN kicks off its spring season with a streetwear fashion show featuring cutting-edge designs from local Black and Brown designers. Take in a runway show featuring collections by No Excuses Brand, DieTy, Dios Giovanni and Low End, and celebrate the incredible talent and creativity of these up-and-coming designers. Saturday, 4/26, 11:30am @ W Minneapolis, 821 S Marquette Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $30+ @ eventbrite.com
5th Annual Native Nations Fashion Night Fashion Show & Marketplace: The annual Native Nations Fashion Night is back with a showcase of the beauty and creativity of Native American fashion. Leech Lake–based Anishinaabe designer Delina White (also the show's producer) will be joined by Native designers hailing from Leech Lake, Ontario, North Dakota and New Mexico. Saturday, 4/26, 6pm doors, 7pm show @ InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront, 11 E Kellogg Blvd, St Paul. Tickets $55+ nativenationsfashion.com
Joynoelle: Wanderlust: The veteran local fashion designer is back with a can’t-miss runway show featuring an all-new collection. Designer Joy Teiken will be joined by hat maker Karen Morris Millinery, womenswear designer Ramadan Designs and menswear designer Russell Bourrienne at the historic Minneapolis Club for the show. Thursday, 5/1, 7pm @ Minneapolis Club, 729 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, Tickets $50 @ joynoelle.com
Winner’s Circle: The Kentucky Derby Party: Hats aren't the year-round staple they once were, but Saturday's local Kentucky Derby parties is the perfect opportunity to don a stylish chapeau. The most fashion-forward is sure to be this party thrown by local milliner Karen Morris at the Four Seasons in downtown Minneapolis. It features a fashion show with creative direction by Grant Whittaker, a best hats and best outfit competition, a silent auction, local maker pop-ups, derby viewing and mint juleps, with 25% of ticket sales benefiting This Old Horse. Saturday, 5/3, 3–6pm (4pm show) @ Four Seasons Minneapolis, 245 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis. Tickets $105 @ kmhats.com
EVOLVE: A Midsummer Night's Dream Spring Fashion Show + Pop-Up: The EVOLVE fashion show is back with a curated lineup of local fashion designers presenting their spring collections. Produced by local boutique The Fitting Room, the show features 15 designs (many of which are carried at the shop) including Danielle Everine, WAY the Label, Ivan Idland, Moongold Goods and more. All runway collections and more will be immediately available for purchase after the show. Saturday 5/3, 6:30–10pm @ 3924 W 50th St, Minneapolis, Tickets $75+ eventbrite.com
Minnesota Arts and Designers Exhibition: As part of its spring event series, Black Fashion Week MN presents the Minnesota Arts and Designers Exhibition at Mia, formerly known as the Minnesota Met Gala. It will feature the designs Black and brown designers including OYÈ (formerly Jummy’s Corner), Delina White, Sonelle Couture, Kiara Gomes of Seams Like Kiara and Jessica Kup of House Khupe. Saturday, 5/3, 7–11:30pm @ Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis. Tickets $67+ @ eventbrite.com