After-Christmas sales in the 651: 1.3-1.10
by Jahna Peloquin on Jan.03, 2010, under Style & Nightlife
The holidays are over, and you know what that means - stores take huge discounts on the remaining fall and winter stocks. We still have at least three months of cold weather left, so take advantage of the deals at St. Paul’s eclectic selection of shops and stock up on your winter wardrobe.
Just announced: Flirt Final Winter Clearance
What: St. Paul lingerie boutique Flirt just receives its first shipment of Valentine’s Day goodies. To make space, they’re marking all final clearance items down an additional 20 percent (60 percent off original prices).
When: Through Jan. 10
Where: Flirt, 177 N. Snelling Ave., St. Paul. 651-698-3692.
Ongoing: Picky Girl Winter Sale
St. Paul boutique Picky Girl is kicking off its winter sale with 25 percent off all regular-priced clothing, shoes and accessories, plus 10 percent off already marked-down items, with offerings from national lines like Kenzie Girl and Covet, and local darlings Calpurnia Peach. (949 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-698-4107.)

Friday-Sunday: Let It Be Record Sale
The owner of the old Let it Be record shop in downtown Minneapolis is holding another one of his massive three-day sales, this time in a new location and with new co-conspirators, GoJohnnyGo and Riffs-Ahoy. Almost all of the stock will be new to this sale, including $1 records, an assortment of nicer affordable vinyl, books, videos, posters, and more. (3 p.m.-9 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. Noon-4 p.m. Sun. Carlton Lofts, 2285 University Ave., St. Paul.)
[Holiday chocolates from Chocolat Celeste]
Through Friday: Chocolat Celeste New Year’s Sale
New Year’s resolutions be damned, at least until you stock up at Chocolat Celeste’s New Year’s sale. Take 50 percent off on all in-stock truffles, bonbons, toffee and more at the sweet St. Paul chocolate shop. (2506 University Ave. S., St. Paul. 651-644-3823.)
Through Sunday: The Grand Hand Winter Sale
Art and gift boutiqueThe Grand Hand only does sales twice a year, so when they do it, they don’t mess around. Find huge discounts on hand-crafted items by regional and national artists, including fine jewelry by Karin Jacobson and Brittany Foster, painting, sculpture, glass, and more. You never know, you may find something perfect for a Valentine’s Day gift. (619 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-312-1122.)
Through Mon., Jan. 11: Cooks of Crocus Hill Winter Sale
Cookware shop Cooks of Crocus Hill is clearing the way for new spring merchandise. Save 20 to 70 percent on most items (excludes major brands like Wusthof, All-Clad and Le Creuset). (877 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-228-1333.)
Through Jan. 15: Stephanie’s Winter Sale
All fall and winter apparel is 50 to 70 percent off at chic boutique Stephanie’s, including evening dresses, premium denim, coats, sweaters and more. (758 Cleveland Ave. S., St. Paul. 651-690-3802.)
Ongoing: BlackBlue Shoe Sale
UK brand F-Troupe, represented out of the Opening Ceremony showroom in NYC, is now on sale at St. Paul boutique BlackBlue. Take 25 percent off any pair of F-Troupes in both men’s and women’s styles, while supplies last, as well as men’s Generic Surplus footwear. (While you’re there, check out new men’s denim line, A.P.C. from France.) (614 Selby Ave., St. Paul. www.blkblu.com)





