Text by Lauren Gantner & Jahna Peloquin
Our comprehensive shopping guide is updated weekly with limited-time discounts, deals and stylish events at the Twin Cities' hippest shopping destinations, is the go-to guide for any local fashionista.
WEEK OF OCTOBER 4-11:
Thursday: NE Minneapolis Jewelry Night Out
What: It’s obvious that we at l’étoile love both art and jewelry. Lucky for us, the NE Arts District is combining them at this month's edition of First Thursday! As part of American Craft Week, the Casket Arts and Northrup King buildings have teamed up to showcase some of the best art jewelers that Minneapolis has to offer. In the Casket Building you can expect tons of artsy jewels and gems from Tasha Rae Jewelry, silver pieces from Marisa Martinez, modern metallic ware from Sarah Michaela Designs, and modern sculptural pieces by silvercocoon. Plus, the Northrup Building will be hosting even more jewelry from the likes of Betty Jaeger, Emily Johnson, Susan Frerichs and tons of other locals. BONUS: Since it’s Thursday, tons of other artists will have their studio doors opens for you browsing! -Lauren Gantner (Pictured: silvercocoon, photo by Stephanie Colgan)
Our comprehensive shopping guide is updated weekly with limited-time discounts, deals and stylish events at the Twin Cities' hippest shopping destinations, is the go-to guide for any local fashionista.
WEEK OF OCTOBER 4-11:
Thursday: NE Minneapolis Jewelry Night OutWhat: It’s obvious that we at l’étoile love both art and jewelry. Lucky for us, the NE Arts District is combining them at this month's edition of First Thursday! As part of American Craft Week, the Casket Arts and Northrup King buildings have teamed up to showcase some of the best art jewelers that Minneapolis has to offer. In the Casket Building you can expect tons of artsy jewels and gems from Tasha Rae Jewelry, silver pieces from Marisa Martinez, modern metallic ware from Sarah Michaela Designs, and modern sculptural pieces by silvercocoon. Plus, the Northrup Building will be hosting even more jewelry from the likes of Betty Jaeger, Emily Johnson, Susan Frerichs and tons of other locals. BONUS: Since it’s Thursday, tons of other artists will have their studio doors opens for you browsing! -Lauren Gantner (Pictured: silvercocoon, photo by Stephanie Colgan)
When: 5–9 p.m. Thursday, October 7.
Where: NE Minneapolis Arts District (Casket Building, 681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, casketarts.com and Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE, Minneapolis, northrupkingbuilding.com)
Thursday-Saturday: W7 Social at Pilney Building
What: This weekend, the artist collective W7 are bringing together local fashion, independent art and design, and tons of other pretty things to kick off fall right. The historic Pilsney Building will serve as a gallery as well as a gathering space for tons of art enthusiasts this Friday through Saturday. Now is your chance to peruse collections from dapper gentleman-wear by Freedom From Doubt, to custom crocheted goodness from Attagirl by Kedrin, to cutesy totes and purses from Louise Bags and Totes. On Friday night, guests will get to groove to tunes and nibble on tasty munchies and meet the artists while checking out the dreamy designs. -Lauren Gantner (Pictured: A fall look from Attagirl by Kedrin)
When: Thursday, October 7 -Saturday, October 9. Reception 7-9 p.m. Friday, October 8.
Where: Pilney Building, 1032 7th St. W., St. Paul, 651-274-3054, w7collective.com
Thursday-Saturday: Thymes Warehouse Sale
What: The good-smelling gurus from Thymes are at it again with their annual three-day warehouse sale! It’s time to find your fragrance amidst their giant collection of yummy-smelling body lotions, shampoos, soaps, candles, diffusers, mists and tons more for bath, body and home. -Lauren Gantner
When: Thursday, October 7-Saturday, October 9.
Where: Thymes Warehouse, 63 St. Anthony Pkwy., Minneapolis, thymes.com
Friday-Sunday: Fall Lowertown Art Crawl
What: Head to St. Paul’s bustling Lowertown Arts District this weekend for its annual fall art crawl. The district's various studios, warehouses, art lofts, galleries will host open studios, art openings and other cool events - like the pretty guitar pickings of local folk musicians and even a performance from a Laptop Marching Band. We suggest hitting up Kara Hendershot's opening at her Northern Warehouse studio (#516) for her latest batch of colorful paintings, illustrations and t-shirt designs; the studio of artits Lauryn Buda and Genevieve Mariani at The Tilsner; and the "Mad Science" opening at Carleton Place Lofts featuring graphic novel-esque art and monster plushies by Tim Monsters, Buttermilk and Tiffokne. -Jahna Peloquin (Pictured: Painting by Kara Hendershot)
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, October 8, Noon-8 p.m. Saturday, October 9, Noon-5 p.m. Sunday, October 10.
Where: Buildings around St. Paul, 651-292-4373; map at stpaulartcrawl.org
Friday: Guild Monthly + Stephanie Lake Trunk Show
What: St. Louis Park boutique Guild Collective is kicking off this October in style. This Saturday, Stephanie Lake will be hosting her fall jewelry trunk show, with pieces both eclectic and classically timeless; decorated Minneapolis stylist Gwen Leeds will be offering personal styling sessions; and Organic Divas will be offering ultra-healthy makeovers. It’s also your chance to check out Guild’s curated fall collections from its top-notch roster of stylists, designers, artists, photographers, and retailers from around the Twin Cities. -Lauren Gantner (Pictured: Jewelry by Stephanie Lake)
When: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday, October 9.
Where: Guild, 4414 Excelsior Boulevard, St. Louis Park, 952-378-1815, guildcollective.wordpress.com
Saturday: Macy's Fashion Challenge with Nick Verreos
What: Project Runway season two favorite Nick Verreos will be will be hosting a Macy’s Fashion Challenge at Macy's Southdale location. Watch as "Uncle Nick" creates sample looks for your dream job, TV show auditions and more. He will also be giving out some super savvy style tips and help showcase the best looks for the fall season on a mini Macy’s runway. Plus, he will be hand-picking people from the audience to style on stage with him! The audience member who compiles the best look will receive a $100 gift card to spend on their favorite fall fashions at Macy's. -Lauren Gantner
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, October 9.
Where: Macy's Southdale - 1st floor Impulse Departmen, 10 Southdale Center, Edina, macys.com
Beginning Sunday: National Spa Week
What: It's back! National Spa Week kicks off on Sunday for a week of cheap beauty buys. That includes $50 services for everything from waxing to haircuts to massage at a number of local participating salons and spas. Local spas participating include Zhen Reflections Spa & Salon, reVamp! Salonspa, New Reflections Spa Salon, and NEVA Massage Center.
When: Sunday, October 11-Saturday, October 17.
Where: Visit spaweek.com for more details.
ONGOING SALES:
ROBOTlove End of Summer Sale
What: Our hands-down fave designer toy store is settling into its new Northeast location just in time for fall, and you know what that means - new product! In the meantime, they're opening up floor space with a sale. Take 40 to 70 percent off select merchandise, including brands like Kidrobot, Juxtapoz, Obey, Urban Vinyl, and Gama Go, with everything from decor to books to mini figures. Ultra-hot Brian Lichtenberg for Blood is the New Black designer tees for only $10, and all the artsy mags and books from Arkitip are 50 percent off. It will only last for a couple weeks, and the good stuff is bound to go early so don't delay. To keep up to date with new arrivals, follow ROBOTlove @hello_robotlove. -Jahna Peloquin (Pictured: Blood Is the New Black)
When: September 17-October 3.
Where: ROBOTlove, 507 E. Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, 612-871-9393, robotlove.biz
LEN Clearance Pop-Up Shop
What: The Twin Cities' lastest in a pop-up shop trend is opening this weekend at Southdale. Similar to Len Druskin's recent clearance pop-up sale, you can shop end-of-season markdowns and final reductions consolidated from both Len Druskin Outlet at Southdale and LEN at City Center (the latter a womenswear-focused off-shoot) at prices of 75 to 90 percent off daily - while supplies last. Also, don't forget the ongoing Len Druskin clearance event still in progress at Bonaventure across from Ridgedale with merch from three Len Druskin signature stores (see more on that below). -Jahna Peloquin
When: Beginning 9 a.m. Friday, September 24; ongoing (end date TBA)
Where: 10 Southdale Center, Edina, 952-920-0472, lendruskin.com
Extended through TBD: Len Druskin Clearance Event
What: Most of the merchandise at Len Druskin Outlet and Len does not come from the full-price stores. But this week, you can get half off or more on fashions directly from the main Len Druskin stores, which rarely have sales. The longtime Twin Cities retailer is bringing back its infamous, original clearance sale this weekend, offering discounted duds straight from the full price stores Len Druskin at Galleria and LD Len Druskin and Len Druskin Man at Gaviidae, offering 50 to 70 percent off all clothing. -Jahna Peloquin
When: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays, 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, September 11; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sundays.
Where: Bonaventure (across from Ridgedale Mall), 1585 Plymouth Rd., Minnetonka, lendruskin.com
OPM Fall Sale
What: To kick off their fall season with a strong start, high-end boutique OPM is giving you a headstart on updating your fall wardrobe. Through the month of September, the store will be offering 20 percent off on all new receipts.
When: Ongoing
Where: Shops at Excelsior and Grand, St. Louis Park, 952-567-7399, opmboutique.com
Thursdays: Peppermint Park Showroom Shopping Event
What: Lucky us - designer discount club Peppermint Park is based out of Minneapolis, which means we get dibs on the hottest brands when its opens up its showroom to the public. Over 300 new items will be available for on-the-spot purchase, including a ton of handbags. It's free, but RSVP is requested for entry at rsvp@peppermintpark.com. -Jahna Peloquin
When: 3-6 p.m. Thursdays, weekly.
Where: Peppermint Park Showroom, Northwind Lofts, 2400 2nd St. N., Suite 302, Minneapolis, http://www.peppermintpark.com/
Twin Cities Daily Planet Daily Deals
What: l’etoile media partner Twin Cities Daily Planet has launched its new Daily Deals venture - and by saving you money, you’re supporting local journalism as its best. Starting Tuesday, June 1, Daily Deals will feature a new money-saving deal nearly every day. Every deal will offer at least 50 percent off on products and services from local restaurants, shops and businesses, including sushi restaurants, locally roasted gourmet coffee, local hair stylists and more. To see the deal of the day, visit their new e-commerce store at shop.tcdailyplanet.net, and to make sure you never miss a deal, sign up for our Daily Planet daily newsletter at www.tcdailyplanet.net/subscribe. Every dollar earned from Daily Planet Deals goes to support the work of the the Daily Planet’s publisher, Twin Cities Media Alliance, which offers free citizen journalism classes and media skills workshops.
When: Ongoing.
Where: shop.tcdailyplanet.net
Where: NE Minneapolis Arts District (Casket Building, 681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, casketarts.com and Northrup King Building, 1500 Jackson Street NE, Minneapolis, northrupkingbuilding.com)
Thursday-Saturday: W7 Social at Pilney BuildingWhat: This weekend, the artist collective W7 are bringing together local fashion, independent art and design, and tons of other pretty things to kick off fall right. The historic Pilsney Building will serve as a gallery as well as a gathering space for tons of art enthusiasts this Friday through Saturday. Now is your chance to peruse collections from dapper gentleman-wear by Freedom From Doubt, to custom crocheted goodness from Attagirl by Kedrin, to cutesy totes and purses from Louise Bags and Totes. On Friday night, guests will get to groove to tunes and nibble on tasty munchies and meet the artists while checking out the dreamy designs. -Lauren Gantner (Pictured: A fall look from Attagirl by Kedrin)
When: Thursday, October 7 -Saturday, October 9. Reception 7-9 p.m. Friday, October 8.
Where: Pilney Building, 1032 7th St. W., St. Paul, 651-274-3054, w7collective.com
Thursday-Saturday: Thymes Warehouse SaleWhat: The good-smelling gurus from Thymes are at it again with their annual three-day warehouse sale! It’s time to find your fragrance amidst their giant collection of yummy-smelling body lotions, shampoos, soaps, candles, diffusers, mists and tons more for bath, body and home. -Lauren Gantner
When: Thursday, October 7-Saturday, October 9.
Where: Thymes Warehouse, 63 St. Anthony Pkwy., Minneapolis, thymes.com
Friday-Sunday: Fall Lowertown Art CrawlWhat: Head to St. Paul’s bustling Lowertown Arts District this weekend for its annual fall art crawl. The district's various studios, warehouses, art lofts, galleries will host open studios, art openings and other cool events - like the pretty guitar pickings of local folk musicians and even a performance from a Laptop Marching Band. We suggest hitting up Kara Hendershot's opening at her Northern Warehouse studio (#516) for her latest batch of colorful paintings, illustrations and t-shirt designs; the studio of artits Lauryn Buda and Genevieve Mariani at The Tilsner; and the "Mad Science" opening at Carleton Place Lofts featuring graphic novel-esque art and monster plushies by Tim Monsters, Buttermilk and Tiffokne. -Jahna Peloquin (Pictured: Painting by Kara Hendershot)
When: 6-10 p.m. Friday, October 8, Noon-8 p.m. Saturday, October 9, Noon-5 p.m. Sunday, October 10.
Where: Buildings around St. Paul, 651-292-4373; map at stpaulartcrawl.org
Friday: Guild Monthly + Stephanie Lake Trunk Show
What: St. Louis Park boutique Guild Collective is kicking off this October in style. This Saturday, Stephanie Lake will be hosting her fall jewelry trunk show, with pieces both eclectic and classically timeless; decorated Minneapolis stylist Gwen Leeds will be offering personal styling sessions; and Organic Divas will be offering ultra-healthy makeovers. It’s also your chance to check out Guild’s curated fall collections from its top-notch roster of stylists, designers, artists, photographers, and retailers from around the Twin Cities. -Lauren Gantner (Pictured: Jewelry by Stephanie Lake)
When: 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday, October 9.
Where: Guild, 4414 Excelsior Boulevard, St. Louis Park, 952-378-1815, guildcollective.wordpress.com
Saturday: Macy's Fashion Challenge with Nick VerreosWhat: Project Runway season two favorite Nick Verreos will be will be hosting a Macy’s Fashion Challenge at Macy's Southdale location. Watch as "Uncle Nick" creates sample looks for your dream job, TV show auditions and more. He will also be giving out some super savvy style tips and help showcase the best looks for the fall season on a mini Macy’s runway. Plus, he will be hand-picking people from the audience to style on stage with him! The audience member who compiles the best look will receive a $100 gift card to spend on their favorite fall fashions at Macy's. -Lauren Gantner
When: 2 p.m. Saturday, October 9.
Where: Macy's Southdale - 1st floor Impulse Departmen, 10 Southdale Center, Edina, macys.com
Beginning Sunday: National Spa WeekWhat: It's back! National Spa Week kicks off on Sunday for a week of cheap beauty buys. That includes $50 services for everything from waxing to haircuts to massage at a number of local participating salons and spas. Local spas participating include Zhen Reflections Spa & Salon, reVamp! Salonspa, New Reflections Spa Salon, and NEVA Massage Center.
When: Sunday, October 11-Saturday, October 17.
Where: Visit spaweek.com for more details.
ONGOING SALES:
ROBOTlove End of Summer SaleWhat: Our hands-down fave designer toy store is settling into its new Northeast location just in time for fall, and you know what that means - new product! In the meantime, they're opening up floor space with a sale. Take 40 to 70 percent off select merchandise, including brands like Kidrobot, Juxtapoz, Obey, Urban Vinyl, and Gama Go, with everything from decor to books to mini figures. Ultra-hot Brian Lichtenberg for Blood is the New Black designer tees for only $10, and all the artsy mags and books from Arkitip are 50 percent off. It will only last for a couple weeks, and the good stuff is bound to go early so don't delay. To keep up to date with new arrivals, follow ROBOTlove @hello_robotlove. -Jahna Peloquin (Pictured: Blood Is the New Black)
When: September 17-October 3.
Where: ROBOTlove, 507 E. Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, 612-871-9393, robotlove.biz
LEN Clearance Pop-Up Shop
What: The Twin Cities' lastest in a pop-up shop trend is opening this weekend at Southdale. Similar to Len Druskin's recent clearance pop-up sale, you can shop end-of-season markdowns and final reductions consolidated from both Len Druskin Outlet at Southdale and LEN at City Center (the latter a womenswear-focused off-shoot) at prices of 75 to 90 percent off daily - while supplies last. Also, don't forget the ongoing Len Druskin clearance event still in progress at Bonaventure across from Ridgedale with merch from three Len Druskin signature stores (see more on that below). -Jahna Peloquin
When: Beginning 9 a.m. Friday, September 24; ongoing (end date TBA)
Where: 10 Southdale Center, Edina, 952-920-0472, lendruskin.com
Extended through TBD: Len Druskin Clearance Event
What: Most of the merchandise at Len Druskin Outlet and Len does not come from the full-price stores. But this week, you can get half off or more on fashions directly from the main Len Druskin stores, which rarely have sales. The longtime Twin Cities retailer is bringing back its infamous, original clearance sale this weekend, offering discounted duds straight from the full price stores Len Druskin at Galleria and LD Len Druskin and Len Druskin Man at Gaviidae, offering 50 to 70 percent off all clothing. -Jahna Peloquin
When: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mondays, 9:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, September 11; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sundays.
Where: Bonaventure (across from Ridgedale Mall), 1585 Plymouth Rd., Minnetonka, lendruskin.com
OPM Fall Sale
What: To kick off their fall season with a strong start, high-end boutique OPM is giving you a headstart on updating your fall wardrobe. Through the month of September, the store will be offering 20 percent off on all new receipts.
When: Ongoing
Where: Shops at Excelsior and Grand, St. Louis Park, 952-567-7399, opmboutique.com
Thursdays: Peppermint Park Showroom Shopping Event
What: Lucky us - designer discount club Peppermint Park is based out of Minneapolis, which means we get dibs on the hottest brands when its opens up its showroom to the public. Over 300 new items will be available for on-the-spot purchase, including a ton of handbags. It's free, but RSVP is requested for entry at rsvp@peppermintpark.com. -Jahna Peloquin
When: 3-6 p.m. Thursdays, weekly.
Where: Peppermint Park Showroom, Northwind Lofts, 2400 2nd St. N., Suite 302, Minneapolis, http://www.peppermintpark.com/
Twin Cities Daily Planet Daily Deals
What: l’etoile media partner Twin Cities Daily Planet has launched its new Daily Deals venture - and by saving you money, you’re supporting local journalism as its best. Starting Tuesday, June 1, Daily Deals will feature a new money-saving deal nearly every day. Every deal will offer at least 50 percent off on products and services from local restaurants, shops and businesses, including sushi restaurants, locally roasted gourmet coffee, local hair stylists and more. To see the deal of the day, visit their new e-commerce store at shop.tcdailyplanet.net, and to make sure you never miss a deal, sign up for our Daily Planet daily newsletter at www.tcdailyplanet.net/subscribe. Every dollar earned from Daily Planet Deals goes to support the work of the the Daily Planet’s publisher, Twin Cities Media Alliance, which offers free citizen journalism classes and media skills workshops.
When: Ongoing.
Where: shop.tcdailyplanet.net
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