by staff
This week in l’étoile’s Guide to Sales and Shopping, Carrier Pigeon jewelry heads to e-commerce site Sneakpeeq, new local line HighOver U debuts, and Statement Boutique hosts its grand opening.
Now: Summer Sun Sale at Stephanie’s
What: Now’s your chance to stock up on lovely, in-season spring and summery outfits you can wear right away. Buy one item and receive 20% off, buy two and receive 30% off and buy three or more and receive 40% off. Dresses from Shoshanna, Nicole Miller, Tibi, Yoana Baraschi and more as well as denim by Citizens of Humanity, Genetic Denim and James Jeans are just a few of the fantastic deals waiting for you. Also, check the 70% off racks for dresses and skirts, jackets and jeans. Some jewelry and accessories will not be included, but if you mention seeing this sale posted here, receive an extra 10% off your purchases.
When: Ongoing
Where: Stephanie’s Shop, 758 Cleveland Avenue S, St. Paul, 651-690-3802, www.stephaniesshop.com
Now: Clothes Out Sale at Cynthia Rae
What: While you can, help get these clothes out before the closeout. Cynthia Rae is closing its doors in a week and already they have said goodbye to many of their fabulous pieces. Catch 50-90% everything in the store and hurry, this is their final week. The silver lining: fans will still be able to shop the boutique online.
When: Now
Where: Cynthia Rae, 2817 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, 612-871-8471, www.cewelgirl.com
Thursday: HighOver U Debuts
What: Support the locally made movement in style. HighOver U, a line by founders Heather Abrahamsen and Kurt Glenn made in Excelsior, Minnesota, is making its debut. Their clothing is individually made-in-the-USA products, maximizing control of quantity and high quality. The stylish, sophisticated line of everyday wearable dresses in shades of blue and grey cotton debut in a runway show this Thursday at Excelsior shop Brightwater Clothing & Gear. You can also shop the line at il Vostro Boutique in Edina and Allee Metro Chic in St. Paul.
When: 6-8 pm Thursday, June 28
Where: Bridgewater Clothing & Gear, 256 Water Street, Excelsior MN 55331, 952-474-0256, www.highoveru.com
Thursday-Friday: Carrier Pigeon on Sneakpeeq
What: Local jewelry line Carrier Pigeon will make its debut on e-commerce shop Sneakpeeq, the largest social shopping company on Facebook. A collection of 15 items total, including her signature cast silver and gold talon pendants and matchstick earrings, will be available in limited quantities, priced on sale at 20 to 40% off for 72 hours only. Sign up through Facebook to start shopping; first-time shoppers receive an additional 10% discount. The line will be available following the sale for full price at www.carrierpigeon.com.
When: Sale beginning 10 am Wednesday, June 27, ending 10 am Friday, June 29
Where: www.sneakpeeq.com
Friday & Saturday: b. resale Sale
What: Happy birthday to b. For two years, the hip resale shop has provided the Metro area with fashionable recyclables from designs by Free People, H&M, American Apparel and other trendy lines. Make their birthday wish come true and stop in this weekend to shop and save 20% on all purchases.
When: 11 am-6:30 pm Friday, June 29 & 11 am-7 pm Saturday, June 30
Where: b. Resale, 5456 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, www.b-resaleshop.com
Friday-Sunday: Statement Boutique Grand Opening
What: A new shop’s in town! Catch a sneak peek at what local designers have in mind for their Fall collections of fashion and art. Receive 25% off and enjoy complimentary wine and desserts. Try for gift giveaways and Facebook prize drawings and enjoy complimentary wine and dessert.
When: 10 am-6:30 pm Friday, June 29-Saturday, June 30 & 11 am-3 pm Sunday, July 1
Where: Statement Boutique, 212 3rd Avenue N, #105, Minneapolis, 651-808-7663, www.thestatementstore.com
Friday: Sip & Shop
What: Every Friday, Parc Boutique is dedicated to bringing you a happy hour filled with drinks and shopping, all in one. Enjoy wine and save 15% off your purchases. The weekly tradition will continue all summer long.
When: 3-6 pm Friday, June 29, continues every Friday
Where: Parc Boutique, 320 E Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, 612-353-4966, www.parcboutique.com
Now-July 8: The Summer of (Tennis) Love
What: If you love-love fashion, celebrate a summer of discounts inspired by a tennis charity event, the most important of the year for STYLEDLIFE. Mimicking points in a match, each tennis ball on the ‘court’ will conceal a prize: 15, 30 or 40% off purchases in the store. Receive a ball with a $3 donation, and play up to three times a day. The money raised at this sixth annual event will go to the American Cancer Society and Perspectives Family Center charities.
When: Now-July 8
Where: STYLEDLIFE, 3410 Galleria, Edina, 952-928-8888, www.STYLEDLIFE.com
