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This week in St. Paul shopping and style, check out a lash bar event at A. Michele, the Midwest Vintage Clothing Show at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds, and visit the Goldstein for their latest exhibitions, “Flights of Fancy: A History of Feathers in Fashion” and “Off the Top of My Head: Hat Habitats.”

Wednesday: A Lash Bar Party
What: This Wednesday let the ladies of eclectic A. Michele pamper you with complimentary wine and faux eyelashes. At this lash bar event, attendees can schedule a quick appointment to get their lashes lengthened while browsing the latest A. Michele offerings. Even better: the first ten to spend $100 get a swanky swag bag from A. Michele, and enter into a drawing to win a glamorous full lash set (a $275 value!). -Lauren Gantner
When: 5–10 p.m. Wednesday, June 23.
Where: A. Michele Boutique, 1591 Selby Avenue, St. Paul, 651-917-6966, www.amichele.wordpress.com

Wednesday-Sunday: $50 Dunks at Phenom
What: If you’ve been meaning to snag a new pair of summer sneaks, or looking to fill out your Nike Dunks collection, then head to local streetwear shop Phenom this week. Their entire stock of Nike Dunks are only $50 now through Sunday at Phenom (St. Paul location only). -Jahna Peloquin
When: Wednesday, June 23-Sunday, June 27. 1- 7 p.m. Wed.-Fri., Noon-7 p.m. Sat., Noon-5 p.m. Sun.
Where: Phenom, 153 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, 651-224-9100, www.phenomglobal.com

Friday: Bounce Bash
What: Springboard for the Arts’ annual benefit for the Artists’ Access to Healthcare Program offers plenty of opportunities to help out a good cause – especially when it means scooping up some local art in the process. The visual art show and sale features artists from the Walker’s CSA (Community Supported Art) program, including Calpurnia Peach’s adorable screen-printed pillows made from their original, archival fabrics (think the infamous paper airplane print from Voltage 2008, or the adorable pigeon print from RetroRama of the same year), as well as goods from artists Amy Rice, Amber Jensen, Lacey Prpic hedtke and Maren Kloppman. Entertainment includes live performances by Springboard artists Guante, Nirmala and Shruthi Rajesekar, Greg Herriges and Brian Beatty, and delish food and drink. Space is limited, so reserve your seat now for a $35 suggested donation. -Jahna Peloquin (Pictured: Calpurnia Peach pillows; Photo by Hillary Berg.)
When: 7-11 p.m. Friday, June 25.
Where: McNally Smith College of Music Cafe, 19 Exchange St. E., St. Paul, 651-291-0177, www.springboardforthearts.org

Friday & Saturday: Midwest Vintage Clothing Show
What: What brings together vintage wears from as far as Spain and Japan as well as the best vintage vendors from the Midwest? This month’s Midwest Vintage Clothing, Jewelry & Textile Show and Sale, of course! Make your way over to the Fairgrounds (dressed in your best vintage, of course) for a titanic sale of some of the loveliest vintage appearing in one spot in the Twin Cities. Shoppers can expect tons of beautiful jewelry and clothing, from classy, wearable pieces to historic and glamorous gowns. Come Friday to catch the sales first for $7 (and $1 off if you dress in vintage) and enjoy classy cocktails as you browse, or stop in Saturday for just $5 to peep a vintage runway show in the afternoon and get the looks before they’re gone. -Lauren Gantner
When: 5–10 p.m. Friday, June 25 and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, June 26.
Where: Minnesota State Fair Grounds, Fine Arts Building, 1265 Snelling Ave., St. Paul, 612-208-1085, www.catspajamasproductions.net

Friday: Jewel Daze at Elinor
What: This month, textile show-shop Elinor is all about the bracelets, charms, earrings and necklaces. This Friday, the artist-run studio will be flaunting a showcase of jewels from freshwater pearls, glittery gems, and twisted metals, all hand-crafted and designed by the shop‘s roster of St. Paul artisans. Join the likes of skilled beader Brenda Brousseau, pearly-vintage crafter Susan Horowitz, metal smith Kerri Norman and tons more to browse their batches of wearable and buyable jewelry, perfect for any occasion. -Lauren Gantner (Pictured: jewelry by Susan Horowitz)
When: 2-8p.m. Friday, June 25.
Where: Elinor, Artful Adornments, 1559 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, 651-771-1791, www.elinor7.wordpress.com

ONGOING:

“Flights of Fancy: A History of Feathers in Fashion”
What: This Friday marks the opening of the Goldstein Museums newest exhibit: Flights of Fancy. With the help of the local Raptor Center and the Bell Museum, curators at the Goldstein have brought together a fluffy showcase of feathers and flair from fashion legends like Oscar de la Renta, Bob Mackie, Victor Costa and more. This exhibit will dive into the feathery styles of western culture, starting from feathers in nature to the appeal of feathers on clothing. -Lauren Gantner (Image: Oscar de La Renta)
When: Exhibition runs through September 12.
Where: Goldstein Museum, 241 McNeal Hall, 1985 Buford Ave., St. Paul, 612-624-7434, goldstein.che.umn.edu

FIVETWOSIX Salon Promotions
What: In addition to the fashion photo event, St. Paul’s preeminent gallery-meets-salon FIVETWOSIX is bringing you a weekend of sales, discounts and more. Since June 20 is Father’s Day, FIVETWOSIX is giving you a discount! That’s right, if you buy daddy a $50 gift card, you will receive a savvy travel package with two 2oz bottles of bumble products. Some ongoing deals: Recommend five of your pals to FIVETWOSIX, you will receive a free haircut of your own, and a haircut with a stylist in training is only $15. -Lauren Gantner
When: Through the month of June.
Where: 526 Salon Spa Gallery, 526 Selby Ave, St. Paul, 651-222-3839, www.526salon.com

Thrifty Thursdays at Arc’s
What: Thursdays may be the new day to hit the thrift circuits, thanks to Thrifty Thursdays at Arc’s Value Village through the month of July. Take 25 percent off everything (including gently-used designer, vintage and contemporary clothing, housewares and more) at the store’s four Metro area locations. And whenever you shop at Arc’s Value Village, you know you’re giving back to the community – with every purchase, Arc’s donates money toward children and adults suffering from intellectual and developmental disabilities. -Jahna Peloquin
When: Thursday, June 3-Thursday, July 29.
Where: Arc’s Value Village, four area locations including 1650 White Bear Ave., St. Paul, 651-788-8300, www.arcsvaluevillage.org.

“Off the Top of My Head: Hat Habitats”
What: We’ve always thought a hat finishes off any great ensemble, but it took awhile for the rest of the fashionable flock to catch on. Now, thanks to a resurgence in interest in mid-century fashion, hats are back in a big way. In a nod to the trend, the University of Minnesota’s Goldstein Museum of Design is opening up its vaults for this new exhibition in tribute to the hat. It features the hat-inspired works of artists Cynthia Rapacz and Ryan Haro in mediums from photography and design to fashion and architecture. -Jahna Peloquin
When: Ongoing through September 3.
Where: Goldstein Museum of Design, 1985 Upper Buford Ave., St. Paul, 612-624-7434, goldstein.che.umn.edu.

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