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Sales & Shopping in the651: Black Friday and more
by Jahna Peloquin on Nov.22, 2010, under Style & Nightlife, Teen Scene
This weekend in St. Paul shopping, it’s all about that beloved (and sometimes detested) Black Friday. Here’s your guide to what’s what in St. Paul, from major retailers and shopping malls to smaller shops and salons.
Black Friday at H&M
What: In tears over the news that the Twin Cities aren’t getting the Lanvin for H&M collection? The fast fashion retailer’s Black Friday sale should help to dry your eyes. Deals start at $5 with printed dresses, jersey tops with lace details and shirt dresses for the ladies and fur hats and scarves for the guys; $10 for ladies’ printed dresses and cardigans, men’s checked shirts and denim for all; plus nearly 100 items reduced by 30 to 70 percent across the store. BONUS: H&M’s Maplewood store will open at midnight on Thanksgiving evening! -Jahna Peloquin
When: Beginning at midnight Thursday, November 25.
Where: 4 Metro area locations including Maplewood Mall, 3001 White Bear Ave., St. Paul, 651-773-3773, hm.com
Thursday & Friday: Black Friday at Maplewood Mall
What: Maplewood Mall will hand out candy canes and coupons for free cookies on Black Friday. Forever 21 will be having deals starting at $4; Charlotte Russe will have 30 to 50 percent off, plus gifts with purchase and special giveaways for early customers; plus Old Navy, Express, Goldy’s Locker Room, Bath & Body Works, Pac Sun, Aeropostale, Gap & Gap Kids, Franchise Sports, Charlotte Russe, Victoria Secret, H&M and Journey’s will all be opening at midnight on Thanksgiving evening. -Jahna Peloquin
When: Beginning at midnight Thursday, November 25 & Beginning at 5 a.m. Friday, November 26.
Where: Maplewood Mall, 1793 Beam Ave., Maplewood, 651-770-5020, simon.com
Black Friday at Macy’s
What: At Macy’s, big deals are starting at the early bird time of 4 a.m. Jewelry will be priced as low as $19.99, jackets from $24.99, plus deals on homegoods, electronics and tons more on top free shipping on online purchases above $99. Visit blackfriday.info for the full list. -Lauren Gantner
When: Starting at 4 a.m. Friday, November 26.
Where: 5 Metro area locations including downtown St. Paul (411 Cedar St., 651-292-5222) & Rosedale Center (900 Rosedale Center, Roseville, 651-639-6600), macys.com
Black Friday at Rosedale Center
What: Rosedale Center is putting their own spin on black Friday, including cheap Screwdrivers and Bloody Marys from Ruby Tuesday, goodie bags in the East Court, flavored coffee from Border’s, guest appearances by carolers and the Timberwolves and so much more. -Lauren Gantner
When: Starting at 7 a.m. Friday, November 26.
Where: Rosedale Center, 651-639-0316, Rosedale, myrosedale.com
Saturday & Sunday: Small Business Saturday at Up Six & Succotash
What: What with all the Black Friday sales this weekend, it’s also a great time to celebrate small, local businesses. So after Friday, head to St. Paul vintage shops Up Six Vintage and Succotash for what they’re calling “Small Business Saturday.” Simply stop in to both shops between Tuesday, November 23 and Sunday November 28 to pick up a $5 off coupon to Succotash (at Up Six) and a $5 off coupon at Up Six Vintage (at Succotash), good for purchases over $10 only this Saturday and Sunday. Plus, Small Business Saturday is the kickoff of the Up Six Vintage’ Toys for Tots drive. Bring in a new unwrapped toy this Saturday to receive and additional 10 percent off your entire purchase. (The deal is one day only, but the toy drive runs through December 19.) -Jahna Peloquin
When: Pick up coupons between Tuesday, November 23-Sunday, November 28; coupons good between Saturday, November 27-Sunday, November 28.
Where: Succotash, 781 Raymond Ave., St. Paul, 651-603-8787; Up Six Vintage, 157 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, 651-917-0470, upsixvintage.com
Black Friday at Picky Girl
What: Grand Avenue boutique Picky Girl is getting into the Black Friday spirit with all-day deals. Draw your discount and get 20, 30 or 40 percent off your total purchase of regular priced merchandise. Plus if you sign up for their email list, you can enter-to-win one of five $50 gift certificates with any purchase, not to mention marked-down sale items. Can’t make it Friday? There will be more deals throughout the weekend. -Jahna Peloquin
When: Friday, November 26.
Where: Picky Girl, 949 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-698-4107, pickygirlmn.blogspot.com
Friday-Sunday: Black Friday Weekend at Karma
What: Karma celebrates Black Friday weekend with 20 percent off all accessories and 30 percent off jewelry. Enjoy coffee and treats Friday morning, wine and cheese Saturday afternoon, chair massages and cider Sunday afternoon while you shop.
When: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, November 26 & Saturday, November 27; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, November 28.
Where: Karma, 867 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-291-1997, www.karmashops.com
For more Black Friday sales from major retailers, visit www.blackfriday.info.
Ongoing: Handcrafted Holidays
What: The Grand Hand’s annual Handmade Holiday bazaar opens for the holiday shopping season just in time for Thanksgivin. Stock up on fresh finds and perennial favorites, including a wide selection of ornaments, jewelry, prints, and pottery as well as work in fiber, glass, metal and wood. We’ll be adding new goods throughout the season, with plenty of options under $60. -Jahna Peloquin (Pictured: Jewelry by Brittany Foster)
When: During store hours November 19-December 24.
Where: The Grand Hand Gallery, 619 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-312-1122, thegrandhand.com
November Deals at FiveTwoSix Salon
What: Every month, St. Paul salon FiveTwoSix – which was recently named one of the top 100 salons in America by Elle Magazine – has tons of ways to keep you pretty with great deals and promos. This month, get your winter hair fix with Bumble & Bumble’s Wear and Care Quenching Treatment; the line starts at $35, and you can take 20 percent off when you invest in all four treatments from the line. For your dry skin fix, take in a winter skin spa treatment from Dermalogica; get a 30 minute treatment for only $35, and take home its Smooth and Renew kit with free travel size samples for only $36 ($66 value). More deals running through the month: get a free 4 oz. Bumble & Bumble hairspray with a Messy or Dressy production collection purchase; free makeup touch-ups from Smashbox Cosmetics after any hair or spa appointment; and if you refer three people to your stylist, you’ll receive a free haircut, and they’ll receive a complimentary Bumble & Bumble product.
-Jahna Peloquin
When: Through November.
Where: 526 Selby Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-3839, 526salon.com
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Sales & shopping in the 651: 3.1-3.7
by Jahna Peloquin on Mar.01, 2010, under Style & Nightlife
This week in St. Paul shopping, Up Six Vintage has its semi-annual sale, plus ongoing sales and deals at Bibelot, Karma, BlackBlue, Picky Girl, FiveTwoSix Salon, and Stephanie’s.
[Up Six Vintage]Tuesday-Sunday: Up Six Winter Sale
St. Paul vintage boutique Up Six kicks off its semi-annual winter sale this week before they stock their racks with spring stock. Take 20 percent off all jewelry and jewelry case items, 30 percent off all clothing and accessories, and 10 to 50 percent off furniture, housewares, home decor, and LPs. (Up Six Vintage, 157 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-917-0470.)
Thursday: Wacoal special offer at Herberger’s
Get a complimentary fitting in a Wacoal or b.tempt’d bra at Herberger’s at Rosedale and sign up to receive a monthly breast self-exam reminder. In return, Wacoal will donate $2 to local breast cancer organization Susan G. Komen Foundation, and $2 more for any Wacoal brand bra, shapewear, or b.tempt’d bra purchased. (Rosedale Herberger’s, 600 Rosedale Shopping Cnt., Roseville, 651-635-2600.)
Ongoing:
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.
[A look by kjurek couture; Image by Stacy Schwartz]Karma Winter Sale
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. That includes locally-made dresses by one of our favorites, kjurek couture by Kimberly Jurek. (Karma, 867 Grand Ave., St. Paul. 651-291-1997.)
[Sale items at Picky Girl]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.)
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]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.)
Holiday shopping in the 651: 12.2-12.7
by Jahna Peloquin on Dec.02, 2009, under Style & Nightlife
Black Friday was only the beginning. This weekend, holiday shopping in St. Paul really gets a kick start, thanks to a bunch of St. Paul’s finest boutiques. Snag locally-made fashions, accessories, gifts and art for your loved ones while enjoying libations, gifts, prizes, and deals galore. And remember: shopping local is a virtue.
ONGOING THROUGH SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6:
Up Six Holiday Sale
- Go vintage this week at Up Six’s holiday sale
Head to vintage capital of the Twin Cities, St. Paul, for Up Six’s annual holiday sale. Snag 15 percent off all jewelry, 20 percent off all clothing and accessories, and 10 to 50 percent off all furniture and housewares. On Saturday and Sunday, snack on cookies from Bread & Chocolate and hot apple cider. While you’re in the area, check out St. Paul’s other fab vintage shops, many of which are part of the St. Paul Retro Loop. (We recommend Lula’s Vintage Wear and Sophie Joe’s Emporium.) Bonus: You can pre-shop the sale on Monday if you mention hearing about it on l’étoile. (Begins noon Tue. Ends 4 p.m. Sun. 157 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-917-0470.)
Go Live image by Meghan Sitek
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2:
Home for the Holidays at FiveTwoSix
The holiday edition of St. Paul salon spa and gallery FiveTwoSix’s monthly fashion, art and music soiree offers the usual entertainment and art, as well as tons of great gift ideas. For sale will be original art, sculpture, glass, photography, handmade candles, and a jewelry trunk show by local designers. You can also get your ‘do done or a facial acupressure for free, register for prizes, and enjoy gifts-with-purchase opportunities and refreshments. (5-8 p.m. 526 Selby Ave., St. Paul. 651-222-3839.)
Landmark Center
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6:
Old-Fashioned Holiday Bazaar and Gift Stroll at Landmark Center
Head to St. Paul’s historic Landmark Center and stroll the marketplace of over 75 exhibits with unique, hand-crafted gift items from Midwest artists in Landmark’s Musser Cortile. Afterward, head out for the gift stroll, featuring neighboring gift shops Sophist-a-Gifts and the Artist Mercantile. Visit all three shops for gifts and prizes. (10 a.m.-8 p.m. Thu. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. $3. 75 5th St. W., St. Paul. 651-292-3230. Artist Mercantile: 24 7th Pl. W., St. paul. 651-222-0053. Sophist-a-Gifts: 406 St. Peter St., St. Paul. 651-291-7948.)
CVA Art Sale
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4-SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6:
CVA Holiday Art Sale at College of Visual Art
CVA’s newly expanded Holiday Art Sale promises to be filled with fresh artwork by CVA students, alumni, faculty and staff for you to peruse and purchase. Your best bet at snatching up the hottest artwork? Friday night’s Preview Party, of course. Artwork and prints from the CVA Art Archives will also be included in a silent auction benefiting the CVA. (Preview party: 5-8 p.m. Fri. $20-25. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. Noon-4 p.m. Sun. 173 Western Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-224-3416.)
DC Ice art at AZ Gallery
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4: Lowertown First Fridays & Handmade Holidays Market Sale at Black Dog Cafe
Over 40 artists team up for the ninth annual Handmade Holidays Market Sale at Lowertown’s Black Dog Cafe, coinciding with Lowertown First Fridays art crawl. Items include jewelry, stained glass, dolls, ornaments, bags, hats, soaps, knits, paintings and more by an eclectic mix of artists. Sip a latte or glass of wine while you shop. (5-9 p.m. Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat. 308 Prince St., St. Paul. 651-292-9746.) Snag more one-of-a-kind local art at Lowertown First Fridays studio and gallery crawl, featuring open studios at Jax Building (253 E. 4th St.), Lowertown Lofts Artist’ Cooperative (255 E. Kellogg Blvd.), Northern Warehouse (308 Prince St.), Tilsner Artists’ Cooperative (300 Broadway St.), as well as galleries AZ Gallery (308 Prince St.), Black Dog Cafe (308 Prince St.), and Peach (275 E. 4th St.). (6-9 p.m. Click here for more info.)
Grand Avenue
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5:
The Grand Meander on Grand Avenue
Have an old-world, holiday experience at Grand Avenue’s annual Grand Meander, which invites shoppers and their families to revel in holiday cheer as they walk the expansive avenue. Take advantage of holiday promotions, sip hot cocoa, meet reindeer, sit on Santa’s lap and even see a penguin! You can also swing by the Saint Paul City Ballet studio (Noon-4 p.m. 1680 Grand Ave.) to see the dancers rehearsing for their premiere performance of The Enchanted Toy Shop, featuring living dolls and dancing snowflakes. If your arms get tired from all the shopping bags, you can even hop a ride on an old-school trolley. (8:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Grand Avenue. Visit grandave.com for details.)
- The Commodore
MONDAY, DECEMBER 7: First Mondays at The Commodore
The Commodore Hotel, frequented by the likes of F. Scott & Zelda back in the ’20s, provides the delightful art deco backdrop to this monthly art mart. Stock up on handmade holiday gifts by artists and vendors including Lynn Alpert, Vandalia Street Press, Lisa Freeburg, Heinz Brummel and many more. (4-8 p.m. 79 Western Ave. N., St. Paul. 651-222-1751.)
St. Paul Fashion Week, part one (9.15-9.20)
by Jahna Peloquin on Sep.15, 2009, under Style & Nightlife
With MNfashion Week kicking off early this weekend, it’s no surprise there happen to be a ton of stylish events happening in St. Paul this week. After all, Minneapolis isn’t the only Twin City with a happening fashion scene.
Thursday: An Evening at Eastcliff
Looks from Amanda Christine's Fall 2009 collection / Image by Nic Marshall / Styling by Eclecticoiffeur
The Friends of St. Paul’s Goldstein Museum of Design are behind this official MNfashion Week event at the beautiful home and gardens of the President of the University of Minnesota. Two local fashion designers, Amanda Christine and Allison Quinnell (both of which were featured in Voltage 2009), will share a selection of their Fall 2009 collections as guests sip wine and take in a rare opportunity to take in the surroundings at Eastcliff. Since space is limited, be sure to RSVP for entry to gmd@umn.edu. (6-8 p.m. Free. 176 N. Mississippi River Blvd., St. Paul. 612-627-6800.)
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A. Michele helps make Selby & Snelling St. Paul’s hottest shopping district
by Jahna Peloquin on Aug.12, 2009, under Style & Nightlife
A. Michele Boutique
In 2006, Amy Michelle Mullen set out to create her own boutique, styled after her love for all things romantic and vintage, with a dash of rock ‘n roll flair. Two years later, her dream became a reality when she opened the doors to her quaint, feminine shop A. Michele at Selby and Snelling, cementing that intersection’s reputation for being one of the city’s best shopping locales. Her shop carries a mix of feminine fashions, including Ruby Pearl slip dresses (which are made from vintage slips and silk scarves), fitted jackets, silk blouses, jewelry, oversized bags, gifts and more.
Midwest Vintage Clothing, Jewelry & Textile Show in review
by Jahna Peloquin on Jul.11, 2009, under Style & Nightlife
Last weekend, I put on my best vintage dress and, with local fashion designer Max Lohrbach in tow, traipsed over to the Midwest Vintage Clothing, Jewelry and Textile Show at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds in St. Paul. The annual event is a traveling show of all things vintage from the best vendors in the U.S., and people from all over the country congregate to the Midwest for a show you can’t find on the coasts.
Max Lohrbach at RetroRama 2009 with one of his designs
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