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As local shops clear our their winter stocks at huge discounts, they’re also adding incentives to shop for spring with limited-time discounts, deals and shopping events. Check out our comprehensive sales and shopping guide – updated weekly – for deals and other fun shopping-related events at the Twin Cities’ hippest shopping destinations.

WEEK OF MARCH 29-APRIL 4:

Wednesday: Soundrelle’s Keep Open House
What: Local neo-Victorian designer Heather Luca is inviting her customers (and the curious) into her world. View the spring 2010 collection by the custom couturier, which incorporates steampunk and corsetry elements, exquisite leatherwork, and romantic ruffled blouses, and see where the magic happens.
When: 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, March 31.
Where: 2500 University Ave., Ste. C12, St. Paul. www.scoundrelleskeep.com.

Saturday: Duckie Uglings Trunk Show
What: We have to admit, we’re not grownups when it comes to loving cute things, particularly when it comes in the form of adorable, locally-made, handcrafted plush toys (with a side of creepy) like Duckie Uglings. The designer of the plush, Rebecca Jo Malmstrom, will be showing off her latest creations at this trunk show – just in time for for you to fill the Easter basket of your favorite niece or nephew. Or, check out her Etsy shop.
When: 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Saturday, April 3.
Where: Bibelot, 1082 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-0321. www.bibelotshops.com.

Through Saturday: Picky Girl Spring Sale
What: St. Paul boutique Picky Girl still has a winter clearance section stocked with items marked up to 70 percent off. Mention you’re a facebook friend, and receive 25 percent off all regularly-priced clothing through April 3 – including new spring collections from national lines Kenzie Girl and Covet, and local darlings Calpurnia Peach.
When: Through Saturday, April 3.
Where: Picky Girl, 949 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-698-4107.

Through Wednesday: Meet the Experts at Juut Salonspa
What: Get a taste of spring makeup trends – and learn how to properly apply a cat is eye or the season’s strong lip – this month at Juut Salonspa. Juut makeup artists, including esteemed makeup artist Janell Geason, will teach the tricks of the trade. The registration fee of $100 with Geason and $35 with other artists is fully redeemable in Aveda makeup and skincare products the day of the event.
When: Various dates through March 31.
Where: Juut Salonspa at Victoria Crossing: 857 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-4121. At Rosedale Center: 2480 Fairview Ave. N., Roseville. 651-639-0576. www.juut.com.

Through Wednesday: Smashbox Promotion at FiveTwoSix
What: Did you hear? FiveTwoSix Salon in St. Paul now carries Smashbox Cosmetics. To celebrate, they’re offering a makeup application for only $32, which then applies toward any Smashbox purchase.
When: Through March 31.
Where: FiveTwo Six Salon and Gallery, 526 Selby Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-3839.

Through Wednesday: Bibelot Special Offer
What: If you bring any gently-used clothing donations to any of Bibelot‘s four Twin Cities locations, receive a coupon for 20 percent off any regularly-priced clothing items. All donations will go to Arc’s Value Village.
When: Ongoing through March 31.
Where: Bibelot: 1082 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-0321; 4315 Upton Ave., Mpls. 612-925-3175; 300 E. Hennepin. Ave., Mpls.. 612-379-9300; 2276 Como Ave., St. Paul. 651-646-5651.

BlackBlue Shoe Sale
What: UK brand F-Troupe, represented out of the Opening Ceremony showroom in NYC, is now on sale at St. Paul boutique BlackBlue. They’re also offering 20 to 50 percent off on select fall/winter 2009 clothing and footwear. Brands include: Hyden Yoo, Cockpit, Shades of Greige, Fred Perry, Original Penguin, Woolrich, Generic Surplus, and Tretorn. While you’re there, check out the new spring arrivals.
When: Ongoing while supplies last.
Where: BlackBlue, 614 Selby Ave., St. Paul. www.blkblu.com.

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As local shops clear our their winter stocks at huge discounts, they’re also adding incentives to shop for spring with limited-time discounts, deals and shopping events. This week, check out Juut’s makeover opportunity, plus ongoing sales at BlackBlue, Stephanie’s, Picky Girl and more:

[A makeup look by Janell Geason for Juut]

Through March 31: Meet the Experts at Juut Salonspa
Get a taste of spring makeup trends – and learn how to properly apply a cat is eye or the season’s strong lip – this month at Juut Salonspa. Juut makeup artists, including esteemed makeup artist Janell Geason, will teach the tricks of the trade. The registration fee of $100 with Geason and $35 with other artists is fully redeemable in Aveda makeup and skincare products the day of the event. (Various dates through March 31. Juut Salonspa at Victoria Crossing: 857 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-4121. At Rosedale Center: 2480 Fairview Ave. N., Roseville. 651-639-0576. www.juut.com.)

[kjurek couture Spring 2010/Photo by Loren Kollmar]

Karma Winter Sale & kjurek couture Spring 2010 launches
Grand Avenue boutique Karma is taking 25 percent off everything in the store, including regular priced items and spring arrivals, and an additional 25 percent off sale items. While you’re there, check out the new spring collection of dresses by local line kjurek couture by Kimberly Jurek. (Karma, 867 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-291-1997.)

Smashbox Promotion at FiveTwoSix
Did you hear? FiveTwoSix Salon in St. Paul now carries Smashbox Cosmetics. To celebrate, they’re offering a makeup application for only $32, which then applies toward any Smashbox purchase through the month of March. (FiveTwo Six Salon and Gallery, 526 Selby Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-3839.)

Bibelot Special Offer
If you bring any gently-used clothing donations to any of Bibelot‘s four Twin Cities locations, receive a coupon for 20 percent off any regularly-priced clothing items. All donations will go to Arc’s Value Village. (Through March 31. Bibelot: 1082 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-0321; 2276 Como Ave., St. Paul. 651-646-5651.)

[Sale items at Picky Girl]

Picky Girl Winter Sale
St. Paul boutique Picky Girl is kicking off its winter sale with 25 to 60 percent off all regular-priced clothing, shoes and accessories, with offerings from national lines like Kenzie Girl and Covet, and local darlings Calpurnia Peach. (Ongoing while supplies last. Picky Girl, 949 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-698-4107.)

Winter Sale at Stephanie’s
Highland Park boutique Stephanie’s is taking 50 to 70 percent off all its fall and winter merchandise, including lines like Nicole Miller, Tracy Reese, and LuLuLame. (Ongoing while supplies last. Highland Park: 758 Cleveland Ave. S., St. Paul. 651-690-3802.)

[F-Troupe at BlackBlue]

BlackBlue Winter Sale
UK brand F-Troupe, represented out of the Opening Ceremony showroom in NYC, is now on sale at St. Paul boutique BlackBlue. They’re also offering 20 to 50 percent off on select fall/winter 2009 clothing and footwear. brands include: Hyden Yoo, Cockpit, Shades of Greige, Fred Perry, Original Penguin, Woolrich, Generic Surplus, and Tretorn. While you’re there, check out the new spring arrivals. Fred Perry and Shades of Greige SS10 are already in; look for Filson bags and travel luggage and more Red Wing styles coming soon. (BlackBlue, 614 Selby Ave., St. Paul.)