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State Fair Stables
The Minnesota State Fair is in full-swing! I’m one of those people who loves the fair – even in the 90 degree heat we’ve been experiencing. I had some down time while out at work today so I decided to...
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Hanson at the Minnesota State Fair: Teen Dream, Part 2
This will be the second time I write about Hanson on this blog and I think that’s just great. The first time was a couple years ago when I recapped their show at First Avenue. And now today. There are...
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This summer I was able to lead a fun local music initiative at KARE called Music Mondays. Each week, we featured a different band from Minnesota throughout three of our newscasts on Monday. The bands...
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Moods of Norway grand opening at Mall of America
The Mall of America is getting a little more blonde after adding international retailer Moods of Norway to their list of stores. The high-end brand whose tag line is “happy clothes for happy people”...
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Weekend project: DIY window wall frames + new entry table
Another weekend project is complete! It’s been almost three years since I moved into this apartment and I’m still figuring out ways to decorate it. I’m pretty picky with what I put on my walls and try...
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Minneapolis-St. Paul Fashion Week recap
This past week has been a fashion, event-planning, media blitz whirlwind. Minneapolis-St. Paul Fashion Week has wrapped up and I can finally give my feet a rest from running around in heels every night...
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H&M is coming to Ridgedale + giveaway
Western suburb shoppers rejoice! H&M is coming to Ridgedale Center in Minnetonka and will officially open Thursday, October 10 at noon. I’m pretty sure I don’t need to explain the beauty of...
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H&M Ridgedale opening
Thank you to H&M for allowing me to be a part of the Ridgedale store opening last week! The space is huge and a perfect addition to the mall. I posted more about the store here, but wanted to...
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Blood orange gin sparkler recipe + Prescribe Nutrition
It’s almost turkey time, folks. A time for family gatherings, serious shopping and constant temptation around every corner by red and white treats and pumpkin flavored everything-under-the-sun. While I...
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Chatting apps, social media and Prince with Nina Garcia
Creative Director for Marie Claire, judge on Project Runway and now celebrity representative for Verizon Wireless, Nina Garcia is a busy woman. The mogul was the last of three female celebrities to...
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12 local holiday gift ideas
Still have some holiday shopping to get done? Want to support some Minnesota artists and stores while you’re at it? Here are a few ideas for what to get any guy or gal in your life: 1. North winter...
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Cooped up with Tree Party
The last two days around these parts have been miserably cold. Not like, “Oh my god, I need to put on some wool socks” cold. We’re well beyond that point here in Minnesota. No, no. Think negative temps...
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Hackwith Design House x ARC collaboration for a cause
I love a good designer collaboration – especially one that gives back – and the latest comes from Twin Cities’ own Hackwith Design House who has teamed up with American Refugee Committee (ARC) as part...
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Sneak peek: Neon Esquire photo shoot
Mondays don’t have to be a drag. I had a fun morning this week with the Neon Esquire team helping with a photo shoot for an upcoming Meet Minneapolis event planners conference. The theme is “City by...
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Minnesota’s Red Dress Collection 2015 Preview
As images of New York Fashion Week flood through all my social timelines, I can’t help but get excited for upcoming local events that are worthy of dressing up, braving the cold and taking in some of...
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Gearing Up For MNfashion Week At Cliché
This is my favorite time of year. The air is starting to get crisp, football has begun, Caribou is offering pumpkin flavored lattes, and –the best part—stores are finally selling fall clothes! Yes, one...
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Envision: Artopia Recap
Last Friday I ventured down to the Graves hotel for MNfashion Week‘s kick off event, Envision: Artopia. The night consisted of runway shows from local designers and boutiques, a crazy hair design demo,...
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Joynoelle Goes Dr. Seuss
When I think of Dr. Seuss, things like Whoville, the Cat in the Hat, and green eggs and ham typically come to mind. Not tulle, charmeuse, and taffeta. But that was the inspiration for Minneapolis...
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Twin Cities Marathon: A View From The Curb
In a workout rut? Or simply in need of some self-motivation? I suggest you attend and watch a marathon. Talk about inspiring. On Sunday I went down to the 29th Twin Cities Marathon to cheer on and...
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U of M Apparel Design Class Gears Up For Distortion Show
I had a really fun opportunity to visit the University of Minnesota Senior Apparel Design class Tuesday morning as they presented their first round sketches and test garments for their final showcase,...
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