The best shopping, sales, and style events this week in the Twin Cities:
Cake Plus-Size Resale Crowdfunding Celebration: This fall, local plus-size fashion blogger and online resale vendor, Cat Polivoda, is going brick-and-mortar. This week, she’s hosting a crowdfunding party to raise funds for the new venture with cake and bubbly (champagne and LaCroix). To contribute to the campaign and learn more, visit indiegogo.com now through the end of Friday, July 28. Wednesday, July 26 from 7-9 p.m. @ Kellogg Square Apartments (party room), 111 Kellogg Blvd. E., St. Paul; RSVP at facebook.com
Minneapolis Craft Market at Tiny Diner Farmers Market: For two Thursdays in July, Minneapolis Craft Market is popping up at the weekly Tiny Diner Farmers Market with a curated selection of handmade clothing, jewelry, home goods, prints, cards, packaged foods, and more created by more than a dozen Minnesota makers. Plus, enjoy fresh produce and artisanal food products. View the event page for a full list of makers. Thursday, July 20 from 5-9 p.m. @ Tiny Diner parking lot, 1024 E. 38th St., Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
Kollectiv Pop-up at Winsome Goods Flagship: Minneapolis-based women’s apparel line Winsome Goods has teamed up with vintage reseller Kollectiv for a month-long pop-up at Winsome’s flagship store and website. The vintage goods not only align with Winsome’s mission as a sustainable retailer, but they were also selected to fit within Winsome’s low-key, chic aesthetic. The brands celebrate with a launch party, Thursday, July 27 from 5-8 p.m. Winsome Goods Flagship, 201 Sixth St. SE. #2, Minneapolis, winsomegoods.com
Valise Boutique & Apothecary Semi-Annual Sale: Save on spring and summer collections from the St. Paul women’s boutique during its semi-annual sale. Everything in the store will be on sale, including 20 percent off one or two pieces of clothing, 30 percent off three pieces, and 40 percent off four or more pieces, plus 20 percent off all apothecary and accessory items. Note: Sale is in-store only. Thursday, July 27-Saturday, July 29 from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. @ Valise Boutique & Apothecary, 244 S. Albert St., St. Paul, 612-749-5029, valiseboutique.com
Makers Reserve at Fine Spirits Classic: This year as part of its annual Fine Spirits Classic cocktail event, Minnesota Monthly will host a makers market featuring goods by several Minnesota brands. Goods include waxed canvas bags and packs by Addington Co., modern wall clocks by Modest Clock, illustrated pint glasses from Northern Glasses, jewelry from Realia by Jen, kitchen and bath products by Willful Goods, and more. Tickets: $45 advance, $55 door, $60 advance, $10 designated driver at finespiritsclassic.com. 21+. Thursday, July 27 from 6:30-9 p.m. (VIP early admission from 5:30-6:30 p.m.) @ Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis
Rewind Vintage’s Get Pretty Sale: Twice a year, the Northeast vintage shop known for its funky selection of ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s wares offers 50 percent off all clothing and shoes and 25 percent off everything else. Friday, July 28-Sunday, July 30 @ Rewind Vintage, 2852B Johnson St. NE., Minneapolis, 612-788-9870, rewindminneapolis.com
Galleria Clearance Experience: The upscale shopping center is hosting its semi-annual clearance event with end-of-season discounts of up to 80 percent at most of its fashion, home, and beauty retailers. Deals include 50 percent off sale items ast Dugo, an additional 20 percent off select sale items at Gabberts, up to 50 percent off at Hammer Made, an additional 30 percent off sale merchandise, 70 percent off spring and summer shoes and accessories at Pumpz, 20 percent off all Scandia Home products at Scandia Down, up to 50 percent off clearance items at Oh Baby!, and up to 75 percent percent off select merchandise plus an additional 20 percent off sale items at Roe Wolfe. Be sure to stop by the Galleria concierge desk (near Vineyard Vines) starting at 10 a.m. each day of the sale for a complimentary Galleria shopping tote filled with goodies from Galleria stores, while supplies last. Friday, July 28-Sunday, July 30 @ Galleria, 69th St. & France Ave., Edina, 952-925-4321, galleriaedina.com
Lights Camera Fashion: NEON Fashion Show + Pop-up Boutique: As part of this weekend’s FLOW Northside Arts Crawl, Northside Economic Opportunity Network (NEON) hosts a fashion show and pop-up boutique featuring goods from Northside businesses and fashion designers. Both events are free and all ages. Fashion show: Friday, July 28 from 5:30-8:30 p.m.; Pop-up boutique: Saturday, July 29 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. @ NEON, 1007 W. Broadway Ave., Minneapolis, 612-302-1505, neon-mn.org
Trafficking Awareness Day + My Sister Store Anniversary: In honor of World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, Minneapolis clothing brand My Sister is raising awareness of the plight as well as celebrating the first anniversary of its Uptown storefront, which carries products that benefit human trafficking organizations. Both days, enjoy complimentary iced coffee from City Girl Coffee and breakfast treats, and on Saturday, enjoy a DJ and free portraits in My Sister shirts, courtesy of Culture Piece Magazine. Plus, shop My Sister’s new collection of t-shirts, which debuts in-store and online on July 28. Saturday, July 29 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sunday, July 30 from Noon-4 p.m. @ My Sister, 1616 W. Lake St., Minneapolis (entrance at alley), 612-400-1194, mysister.org
Loring Park Art Festival: Shop handmade goods and original art from more than 140 artists and makers during this long-running festival. Items for sale include ceramics, drawings, clothing and accessories, textiles, glass, jewelry, metal works, mixed media, paintings, photography, printmaking, sculpture, and wood goods, plus enjoy stage performances, food, and kid’s activities. Saturday, July 29 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sunday, July 30 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. @ Loring Park, 1832 Willow St., Minneapolis, loringparkartfestival.com
Pusheen Party: Japanese toy store Tomodachi celebrates the popular comic book character with a Pusheen-themed party. The second annual, family-friendly event features a Pusheen costume contest with prizes, judged by Project Runway designers Christopher Straub and Samantha Rei, DJ sets, and a limited-edition, hand-numbered Pusheen screenprint created for the event for the first 150 customers. And now through the day of the event, participate in an Instagram coloring contest for Pusheen prizes. Sunday, July 29 from 2-6 p.m. @ Tomodachi MOA, 316 N. Garden, Mall of America, Bloomington, 952-582-1739, tomodachi.us
Walk the Wooftop: Nothing says summer in the city like a rooftop fashion show. This version doubles as a fundraiser for Animal Humane Society, and ups the cuteness factor by pairing models dressed in looks from Cliche and Atmosfere with dogs as they walk down the runway. The event also includes emcee John Mark, photo ops, Teslas, tacos, smoothies, cocktails, and coffee. Tickets are $100 GA and $250 VIP at eventbrite.com. Saturday, July 29 from 6-10 p.m. @ ElseWarehouse rooftop, 730 Washington Ave. N., Minneapolis
Tilia Vintage Pop-up + Bazaar: Shop vintage clothing and housewares from local vintage vendors Xanadu Vintage, Double Peace Studio, Partager, and Arden Trading Co. at this outdoor market popping up next to Linden Hills restaurant Tilia, plus enjoy refreshments, food, and DJ sets. Sunday, July 30 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. @ Tilia, 2726 43rd St. W., Minneapolis
Maker Days at Linden Hills Farmers’ Market: Shop for handmade goods from nearly 20 makers while stocking up on heirloom vegetables at this special maker’s edition of the Linden Hills Farmer’s Market. In partnership with Minneapolis Craft Market, the market features handcrafted goods include jewelry, clothing, home decor, pet gear, woodwork from 20 makers. View the event page for a full list of makers. Sunday, July 30 from 9 a.m.-noon @ Settergren of Linden Hills, 2813 43rd St. W., Minneapolis
Sociable Summer Market: Sip local craft cider while shopping handmade goods from 30 Minnesota makers, curated by Minneapolis Craft Market, inside the Sociable Cider Werks brewery. Goods include ceramics, jewelry, cards, organic skincare, handbags, and clothing from makers including Anywhere Apparel, UrbanUndercover, and Fringe & Fettle. View the event invite for a full list of makers. Sunday, July 30 from noon-5 p.m. @ Sociable Cider Werks, 1500 Fillmore St. NE., Minneapolis, mplscraftmarket.com
