June 18: Summer Soiree at Primrose Park: The Northeast boutique’s bright, effortlessly chic summer collection makes its debut this Thursday. Stop by the store anytime from 6-8 p.m. to snack on refreshments and receive 20% off your purchase. (20 University Ave. NE, Minneapolis, 612-315-3292, primroseparkmpls.com)
June 18-20: Suzy Landa Trunk Show & Personal Appearance at Max’s: Award-winning jewelry artist Suzy Landa visits Minneapolis to showcase her handcrafted necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets this Thursday–Saturday on Excelsior & Grand. Featured pieces include accessories from the designer’s everyday and wedding collections, both defined by their refined elegance and bright colors. We can’t think of a better brand to turn to for a stock up on summer jewelry. Thursday trunk show hours are 10 a.m.–8 p.m, Friday 10 a.m.–7 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m. (3826 Grand Way, St. Louis Park, 952-922-8364, stylebymax.com)
June 19-20: Fjällräven Mall of America Grand Opening: Outdoor enthusiasts, lean in: the internationally-renowned Swedish apparel, accessory, and equipment brand is coming to MOA. In case you didn’t know, Fjällräven was the first-ever commercial brand to make wooden-framed backpacks, so they’re kind of a big deal in the hiking world. Each product is extremely durable and fit for any and every outdoor excursion—we even heard they can survive Minnesota winters. Stop by or make an afternoon out of the brand’s consumer grand opening event this Saturday, complete with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, complimentary Swedish pancakes, coffee and pastries, gift certificates, and more. (Level 1–S128, Mall of America, 60 E Broadway Ave., Bloomington, fjallraven.us)
June 20: Dawn til Dusk Shopping Party at Poppy: In honor of the longest day of the year, Poppy Togs and Clogs hosts a shopping marathon from 5:30 a.m. (5:26 a.m., to be exact)–9:00 (9:03) p.m. Friday. Take 20% off a multitude of summer styles, including sundresses and accessories—plus an additional $10 off a purchase of $100 or more. (251 Snelling Ave. S., St. Paul, 612-236-3660, facebook.com/event)
June 20-21: Stone Arch Bridge Festival Artisan Market: Christy Johnson’s brand redshoes26 will have more than 200 State Icons for sale along with State Icon Zip Pouches, T-Shirts, Phone Cases, Pot Holders, Boxed Cards, Matted Prints, and more at this weekend’s Stone Arch Bridge Festival. Pieces from notable jewelry designers Larissa Loden and Devon Driscoll along with patterns from printmaker Miss Amy Jo will also make an appearance. Visit the event’s website to see the the full list of vendors and plan your visit.
June 21: The Bow Tie Shoppe Father’s Day event at MartinPatrick3: Bring in an old necktie, your own fabric, or choose from other different fabrics available to have a custom bow tie made for Dad at the store from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. this Sunday. (212 3rd Ave. N. #106, Minneapolis, 612-746-5329, martinpatrick3.com)
June 22-July 15: Virgins Saints & Angels jewelry sale at Scarborough Fair: Mexico-based jewelry design company puts its most vibrant pieces on clearance for the first and only time this year starting next Monday. Take at least 15% off in-store styles through July 15. Visit VSA’s website to learn more about founder Cheryl “Finn” Finnegan’s story and check out their Facebook page for a glimpse into their pool of accessories. Or talk to Scarborough manager Kat Menaged at 917-763-4769 for more information. (961 7th St. W., St. Paul, 651-224-4182, scarboroughfairshop.com)
