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Save your “I VOTED” sticker to save on lingerie

Tuesday, November 4th, 2008

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That red and white sticker is fashionable and the best coupon out there. Pick up free coffee at Starbucks and free ice cream at Ben & Jerry’s today. Then, save your “I VOTED” sticker and shop on Saturday at Flirt Boutique. You’ll get 25 percent off your purchase of lingerie (including Hanky Panky and Cosabella!), cards, bath products and more.

Vote: http://pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us for your polling location.

Shop: Flirt Boutique, 1330 Grand Av., St. Paul, 651-698-3692.

Weekend Style Planner: Strolling for sales

Friday, June 27th, 2008

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This weekend, there are bargains everywhere. It is probably worth it to make the rounds to some of your favorite shops. In St. Paul, summer sales are in full swing at Karma and Stephanie’s.
In Minneapolis, the stores on 50th and Xerxes are having a “Shop and Stroll.” There will be 20 percent discounts at Hunt & Gather, Gallery 360 (pictured), Another Look and Shop in the City.

Stop by the new Status today and party with Pharrell

Wednesday, June 11th, 2008

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Admit it: You saw Nicole Richie dancing with Pharrell on TMZ. Yeah, me to. Well, Pharrell Williams and N.E.R.D. will be at the opening festivities for Status today.

When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
What: N.E.R.D. performing and 10 to 15 percent off sneakers and apparel plus snacks.
Shop: Pharrell’s BBC/Ice Cream line of shoes and clothing. (BBC stands for Billionaire Boys Club.)
Where: Status, 1205 Lagoon Avenue, Mpls, 612-824-3100.

Wear your dancing shoes…or buy a new pair there.

Weekend plans: Swapping clothes and getting new ones

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

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You already know about Cliche tonight (rain or shine, people) and Bumbershute  on Friday night. Here’s what else you can schedule into your party plans:

Tonight: Stop by Drama in Gaviidae (first floor, next to Off Fifth) at 7:30 p.m. for a cocktail party and in-store acoustic set by Tim Mahoney.

Saturday night: Identity Theft. Trade pants! Seriously. You come wearing outfit and bring at least two extra items (clean clothes or accessories) and then restyle yourself with the donations of others. Before and after pictures will be taken in a photo booth (examples pictured here). A contest will ensue. Extra whatevers at the end of the night will be donated. Swap from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.. Party from 8:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Slideshow/awards from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. MCP, 165 13th Av. NE, Mpls.

This weekend: SATC parties– Cosmopolitans for everyone!

Thursday, May 29th, 2008

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Who knows when we’ll get another movie so worthy of celebrating? So add these parties to your weekend lineup:

“Sex & the City” at Bellanotte
A beauty lounge, décor and Skyy Vodka cocktails inspired by the movie. Drink specials, so you can find if your martini of choice is a Carrie, Charlotte, Miranda or Samantha. Free. Friday, May 30, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., Bellanotte, 600 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls, 612-339-7200. More information at www.minnage.com.

Drama’s Girls’ Night Out
Festivities start with a cocktail party at Drama boutique before guests go to a showing of the movie. After the flick, you’ll head to the Chambers to sip martinis. $25 includes movie ticket, gift bag and commemorative martini glass. Saturday, May 31, 8 p.m.. Drama, Gaviidae I, 651 Nicollet Mall (first floor), Mpls., 612-338-9423, email courtney@shopatdrama.com for tickets.

Also note: Apparently 94 percent of those planning to party will be drinking Cosmopolitans. That’s a lot of cranberry! (Bartenders: PLEASE STOCK UP.)

Tonight: Girls Gone Styled!

Thursday, May 22nd, 2008

0506_003.jpgIf you haven’t been Flirt yet, stop by tonight…there will be food and drinks, discounts (15 percent) and merchandise from Karma and Awakenings spa.

That’s right, it’s a truly one stop shop.

These clever retailers will be “styling” all summer long. Look for these events to repeat on the fourth Thursday of the month through August, rotating to the various boutiques.

Flirt Boutique, 1330 Grand Av. S., St. Paul, 651-698-3692.