Shopping Guide: December 5-11

Sales, styles, and shopping events at Twin Cities retailers


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December 7: From the Buyer’s Perspective: A Vintage Sale from Mona Williams at Eden Prairie Center feat. Trunk Show by Stephanie Lake Design: Mona Williams will be showcasing vintage apparel and shoes from designers such as Christian Louboutin, Prada, Saint Laurent, Gucci Manolo Blahnik, and Chanel. This event will also include the only Stephanie Lake trunk show of the season. All ticket proceeds will go to Hope Chest for Breast Cancer, a charity that works with families around the Twin Cities. (6:30-9:30 p.m., Eden Prairie Center, 8251 Flying Cloud Drive, eventbrite.com)

December 7: Tamara’s Favorite Things event at DpHUE: Tamara Waterston from Champagne and Macaroons will be hosting her second annual pop-up shop at DpHUE. This will be an evening of shopping, mingling, appetizers, and drinks. (6-8 p.m., DpHUE, 4944 France Ave. S., facebook.com)

December 8-11: 50% Off Winter Sale at Grethen House: This 50% off sale begins at both Grethen House locations on Dec. 8, and online on Dec. 9. (4930 France Ave. S.; 212 Third Ave. N., Suite 109, grethenhouse.com)

December 8: Holiday Wine & Cheese at AGG | Glick Gallery: Shop one-of-a-kind clothing, accessories, and home décor at AGG’s holiday celebration. Enjoy 10% off during the event. (5-8 p.m., AGG, 811 Glenwood Ave., Suite 270, facebook.com)

December 8: MartinPatrick3 Holiday Party: Join MartinPatrick3 for their annual holiday party which will feature a coffee cart, Joia Spirits, a champagne bar, and desserts by Café Latte. Vendors include Cause and Effect Belts, Troubadour, Rodd and Gunn, Boglioli, and Todd Snyder. (5-9 p.m., 212 Third Ave. N., Suite 106, martinpatrick3.com)

December 8: 4th Annual Bourbon Blitzer at D.NOLO: D.NOLO (which sells women’s clothing, home furnishings, and eyewear) invites for an evening of bourbon education by North Loop Wine and Spirits, complimentary gift wrapping, and appetizers by Kamarczuk’s. (5 p.m., 219 N. Second St., facebook.com)

December 8: Ashley Mary Art Opening + 20% Off Sale at Cliché: Ashley Mary is an abstract artist who currently resides in Minneapolis, and her designs are featured on iPhone cases at Target. Her art is known for being colorful and playful, and often mimics collage. During this opening party, Cliché will be offering 20% off on all merchandise and art. (6-8 p.m., Cliché, 2403 Lyndale Ave. S., facebook.com)

December 8: FGI MSP 2016 Holiday Party and 80th Anniversary at the Woman’s Club: FGI MSP’s holiday and anniversary celebration will honor Elizabeth Quinlan who was known as the Queen of Minneapolis and considered one of the most influential women in the fashion and retail business world. The program will consist of a cocktail reception, dinner, and a presentation about Elizabeth Quinlan. Tickets are available online. (6-9 p.m., The Woman’s Club of Minneapolis, 410 Oak Grove St., facebook.com)

December 8: Still Kickin Pop-up at Bauhaus: Each month, nonprofit Still Kickin picks a monthly Hero and gives them profits from the retail sales and donations they make throughout the country. This pop[up shop will consist of new Still Kickin merchandise for the holidays. (6-9 p.m., Bauhaus Brew Labs, 1315 Tyler St. NE, facebook.com)

December 8-10: Matthew Campbell Laurenza Jewelry Trunk Show and Men’s Night at Valise Boutique and Apothecary: Valise invites men to attend Mathew Campbell Laurenza’s jewelry trunk show with the hopes of helping men put together the perfect holiday gift for her. Women are welcome to come in beforehand to make a Wish List. (Thurs. & Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.,Valise Boutique and Apothecary, 244 S. Albert St., St. Paul, valiseboutique.com)

December 9-11: MAD ScarfShop + Julia Elise Pop-up at Hazel & Rose: This pop-up will include hand-dyed cotton and wool scarves by MAD and handcrafted natural skincare by Julia Elise, both made in Minneapolis. (Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 12-4 p.m., Hazel & Rose, 945 Broadway St. NE, Suite 220, facebook.com)

December 10-11: Holiday Shop Up: Winsome Goods Flagship Store + Studio Space Grand Opening & Pop-up: Winsome is partnering with Neal jewelry to celebrate Winsome Goods’ grand opening in Northeast Minneapolis. Other vendors include Hat Make, Lulu Organics, Dust & Form, and Kate Worum Illustration + Design. (Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 12-5 p.m., SE Sixth St., facebook.com)

December 10: ROX by Robyne Robinson and Katherine Tilton apparel Trunk Shows at the Textile Center: Robyne Robinson will be showcasing her exotic beaded jewelry and Katherine Tilton will be showing her collections of women’s apparel. (11 a.m.-4 p.m., Textile Center, 3000 University Ave. SE, textilecentermn.org)

December 10: Last Minute Handmade Gift Market at Peace Coffee: Vendors at this market include Martha McQuade ScarfShop, A MANO, and Solid Manufacturing Co. (2-6 p.m., Peace Coffee, 3262 Minnehaha Ave. S, lastminute.ohbara.com)