Style + Shopping: Oct. 23-Nov. 5 || New stores, Diawli styles, the first holiday markets

It’s shopping season for local lovers with two new stores

A man holding a turquoise male necklace. Photo by Savvapanf Photo (c) / Fotolia.
Learn how to make a mala necklace at one of the many style and shopping events coming up these next two weeks.

Photo by Pavvanf Photo © /Fotolia

More local-centered stores are opening (did you hear about RAAS’ evolution into FOURPOST?) and the holiday marketplaces are already beginning their marches these next two weeks.

Strey Designs Grand Opening

Think of Strey Designs’ leather bags as art that you can take with you—art that is also ready for adventure—and now they have their very own storefront at Mall of America. Minnesota-based owner and designer Sarah Butala wanted to make art that stood for something, so she took her self-taught leather working talent and became not only an advocate for women-owned businesses but for sustainable and ethically built businesses. Opening reception on Oct. 26 from 4-8 p.m. @ Mall of America, N294 near Nordstrom, 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, streydesigns.com.
 

The Minnesotan Grand Opening

Now nestled into the historic downtown shopping district of White Bear Lake is an apparel and goods boutique 100 percent Minnesotan. Come on opening day and get treated with live music and a podcast, exclusive deals, refreshments, and an appearance by White Bear Lake native and former Wild player Ryan Carter. Check out the Minnesotan’s different collections, including the nostalgic Heritage + Places, Hockey (for hockey lovers, obviously), and the Music collection, which has a tribute to the Minneapolis Sound. Grand opening on Oct. 27 from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. @ 2186 Fourth St., White Bear Lake, theminnesotan.com.
 

Golden Threads Diwali Pop Up

Golden Threads boutique is bringing their most glamorous Diwali wear to Bloomington with an array of dresses, lehangas, cocktail sarees, traditional sarees (including Kanchi, Banaras, and Chenderi styles), blouses, and more. Oct. 28 from 10:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m. @ Courtyard by Marriott Bloomington, 7800 Bloomington Ave. S, Bloomington, eventbrite.com.
 

Textile Center Holiday Gift Shop

More than 100 artists will be putting their handcrafted pieces on display at the Textile Center for the holiday shopping season. While the featured artist is Wanamingo-based Elsa Jo Ellison creates innocent and charming felted characters, the many items include wearable items to home goods made by people in the local area and across the ocean. Nov. 1-Dec. 24 at various times @ Textile Center, 3000 University Ave. SE, Minneapolis, textilecentermn.org.
 

Gift and Art Expo

Find everything local that you could need, including jewelry, accessories, pottery, textiles, art, home ware, and more across all styles, whether you’re into modern minimalism or Victorian throwbacks. Besides all of the shopping, with the expo’s demonstrations, you also get the chance to spark a new talent, sample new tastes, and see new trends. Nov. 2-4 at various times @ Minneapolis Convention Center Center, 1301 Second Ave. S, Minneapolis, giftandartexpo.com.
 

Makers Mart at the Walker

Join 21 local artisans at the Walker Art Center for a pop up Makers Mart in its skyline room. Grab a local brew from a pop-up cash bar and peruse the different treasures like modern jewelry from EMdsign, felt carriers by byrd & belle, and leather shoes from Hemlocks Leatherworks. All proceeds go to the Walker’s artistic and educational programs. Nov. 3 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (member VIP preview available by RSVP’ing here) @ Walker Art Center, 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, walkart.org.
 

Also check out:

Oct. 23: Mala Necklace Class @ Minnesota Makers, 6-9 p.m., eventbrite.com

Oct. 25: Pop-Up with Scout @ Cafe Astoria, 4-8 p.m., facebook.com

Oct. 25-27: Collaborative Closet Sale @ Golden Rule, various times, eventbrite.com

Oct. 27: Meet Your Maker—Art and Craft Show @ BlackStack Brewing, various times, prioraffair.com

Oct. 27: First Annual Miss Nigeria International 2018 @ Hopkins Center for the Arts, 6-10:30 p.m., eventbrite.com

Nov. 1: Fashion + Astrology Fusion @ Spoils of Wear, 6:30-8:30 p.m., eventbrite.com

Nov. 1: Fashion4Marq Fashion Show @ 4Marq, 6-9 p.m., eventbrite.com

Nov. 4: The Forever Bride Market @ Radisson Blu Mall of America, noon-4 p.m., foreverbride.com

Nov. 5-10: Engagement Ring & Diamond Event @ Arthur’s Jewelers, various times, eventbrite.com

Every Friday: Parc Sip & Shop @ Parc, 3-6 p.m., parcboutique.com