Black Friday shopping in St. Paul
by Jahna Peloquin on Nov.22, 2011, under Style & Nightlife
This weekend is all about Black Friday shopping, but instead of big box retailers, we suggest shopping local.
Wednesday-next Wednesday: Stephanie’s Warm Up for Winter & Black Friday Sales
What: Through the month of November, Highland Park boutique Stephanie’s is offering a new deal every week. This week, it’s the chance to buy cold weather gear (sweaters and jackets in cashmere, alpaca and merino) at 20% off. Then beginning Friday, Stephanie’s has a buy a gift, get a gift offer as well as a $20 gift card for every $100 you spend. Also, check out the racks full of fall goods marked 70 percent off
When: November 16-23 (Warm Up For Winter Sale) & November 25-30 (Black Friday Sale)
Where: Stephanie’s, 758 Cleveland Avenue S, St. Paul, 651-690-3802, www.stephaniesshop.com
Friday: Black Friday at Details Style Lab
What: Take 30 to 50% off all regular priced items in the salon’s in-house women’s boutique, and 30 to 50% off all salon and spa services. Clothing purchases over $100 receive a $25 gift certificate for salon services, and all salon services and product sales over $100 receive a $25 gift certificate for the clothing boutique, both redeemable during the month of January. Plus drawings for a year of free hair care and a year of free spa services. On Saturday, they’ll be offering 25% off all regular-priced clothing, salon and spa products. Plus, 10% of the sale will be donated to a Big Give Non Profit Partner of your choosing.
When: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday, November 25.
Where: Details Salon Spa, 346 St. Peter Street, St. Paul, 651-251-8700, www.detailsmn.com
Friday: Primp’s Back to Basics Black Friday Sale
What: Scoop up comfy basics for less than $30 at cheap-chic boutique Primp’s Black Friday Sale at both their Selby & Dale location.
When: 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, November 25.
Where: 618 Selby Avenue, St. Paul, 651-414-0091, www.primpyourself.com
Friday: Black Friday at Fringe Accessories
What: Primp offshoot Fringe Accessories is offering 20 percent off storewide in honor of its first Black Friday sale. Discount does include handbags and sale items. Refreshments will be served.
When: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday, November 25.
Where: 1055 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, 651-292-4943; 3906 W 50th Street, Edina, 952-746-4922, www.fringeaccessories.com
Friday: Black Friday at Rosedale:
Mall doors at Rosedale open at 5 a.m., with select stores opening earlier. Giveaways will be available throughout the day, plus Rocco Altobelli beauty makovers from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., register-to-win opportunities for tickets for Lion King: The Musical and a $1,000 Rosedale Center gift card, and enjoy strolling carolers throughout the day. Find a full list of participating stores and deals at www.myrosedale.com
When: 5 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, November 25.
Where: Rosedale Center, Roseville, 651-633-0872, www.myrosedale.com
Friday: Black Friday at Flirt Boutique
What: Buy a $100 gift card and get a $25 gift card free at St. Paul lingerie shop Flihttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifrt. Give the $100 and keep the $25 for yourself – or vice versa.
When: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday, November 25.
Where: Flirt Boutique, 177 Snelling Avenue N, St. Paul, 651-698-3692, www.flirt-boutique.com
Friday: Junk Love Vintage Sale
What: One day vintage occasional sale Junk Love pops up this weekend, with antiques, collectibles, refurbished items and vintage wares from seven vendors, including the newly formed Band of Thrifters.
When: Noon-9 p.m. Friday, November 25.
Where: The Carleton Artist Lofts, 2258 University Avenue, St. Paul, www.junk-love.com

