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With all the excitement about the upcoming third season of Mad Men, everything seems all about the ’50s lately. St. Paul’s no exception – this weekend, Lillian’s on Grand, which tout their selection of fashion accessories at “ridiculously affordable” prices, will be having a ‘50s themed weekend of deals. Anyone dressed in ‘50s styles or driving a classic car gets a free stand of faux pearls. Other specials include a bargain room where you’ll get a free bargain bag free when you buy two, plus $5 off regular priced pink bags. (Thu.-Sun. 841 Grand Av., St. Paul. 651-341-8991.)

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Speaking of the ‘50s, old-timey clothing shop Heimie’s Haberdashery owner Anthony Andler just announced that he’s developing a line of classic women’s apparel, casual and suiting that can be tailored to fit in house. It launches in October. However, custom apparel for men and women is always available. (400 St. Peter St., St. Paul. 651-224-2354. www.heimies.com)

For more ‘50s nostalgia, check out the Minnesota History Center’s ongoing exhibition Minnesota’s Greatest Generation, focusing on those who came into their own during the boom of the ‘50s.

(Wanna look like the Mad Men cartoon above? The hot new site Mad Men Yourself will let you play the part.)

Beer and tools - what more can a guy need?

Fellas, you don’t need to feel left out: Get in touch with your dude side this weekend at the St. Paul River Centre’s Guy Expo. You’ll be able to shop for all your boy toy needs, including auto accessories, home audio equipment, sporting goods, tools, gadgets, grills, plus beer, chicken wings and plenty of fried food, contests and prizes. Did I mention there will be beer? (3-8 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. $12. St. Paul River Centre, 175 Kellogg Blvd. W., St. Paul. 651-265-4800. www.theguyexpo.com.)

More shopping:

One of the vintage kimonos on display this weekend

Artist Mercantile will put a rare collection of vintage Japanese kimonos on exhibit at this weekend’s Kimono Show. Check out Kate Iverson’s Arts & Culture blog later this week for more. (Opening reception 5-9 p.m. Fri. 24 W. 7th Pl., St. Paul. 651-222-0053.)

Contemporary boutique A. Michele is offering 50% off jewelry and accessories and a $30 sale rack. (1591 Selby Av., St. Paul. 651-917-6966.)

Picky Girl’s huge selection of sale merchandise gives you plenty of reasons to check out the hip shop’s new location at Grand and Victoria. All of the store’s summer styles are marked down up to 60% off, with 25% off all tops, skirts and shorts, 30% off all dresses, and select handbags 50% off. Today through Saturday you can also take advantage of an additional 25% off one regular-priced item if you mention seeing the deal on Picky Girl’s facebook page. (949 Grand Av., St. Paul. 651-698-4107.)

Through Aug. 23, you can pick up a Glam Pass at Macy’s for 15 to 20 percent discounts on a day of shopping and a coupon for $10 off a purchase of $50 or more. Proceeds benefit Children’s Cancer Research Fund. (Macy’s St. Paul, 411 Cedar St., St. Paul. 651-292-5222.)