November 2007

November 26, 2007

No crowds, No coupons

If, like me, you didn't (and don't) do Black Friday, then this is your week. Forget the malls and crowds and impersonal gifts - go local at these inspired shopping events:

Greed Gone Wild
Every now and then, I get a little help on the pages of MNMO from wardrobe, set, and tabletop stylists. They are the true behind-the-scenes style-makers in this town, the people who know just how to cinch a waist, fold a napkin, and dress a turkey. They also hoard their props all year (just one more handbag wouldn't hurt), until this event, when they sell it all: art, vintage and designer clothing, shoes, hats, handbags, linens, dishes, furniture, and jewelry. It's like some really chic people bought a ton of really chic stuff and are now selling it for cheap. Oh... Read more »

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November 12, 2007

Best of Boston

I spent the weekend in Boston. It has always been a favorite city of mine--historic and colonial, urban and chic. Old and new aren't mutually exclusive here. The shops and restaurants inhabit walk-up brownstones and alleyways. They are tiny and warm, and emphasize fineness.

Plum Produce, for example, is a bright little shop in the South End. It's nestled so closely to someone's graceful home that I thought we were getting a view of the kitchen. Beautiful fruits, vegetables, herbs, and condiments are gently... Read more »

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November 5, 2007

Maiden Voyage

Remember Lilith Fair? Fierce female musicians like Sarah McLachlan and the Indigo Girls teamed up for an annual all-women's outdoor concert? They rocked in so many ways. Their energy and music were unmatched - still are - and it got me through my angst-ridden teenage years.

Anyway, we're taking a trip down memory lane because I have the same giddy anticipation about Maiden Minnesota, a celebration of Minnesota-based, creatively-driven, women-owned companies. And there are SO many great ones, including a few of my favorites: Elin and Clara, Live Savvy, Read more »

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