Getting married? Designers make case for 'unusual and beautiful' Minnesota-grown flowers
Thanks to colorful and surprising choices, using locally grown flowers doesn't mean you're limited to daisies in a jar.
Celebrities
Minnesota's pioneering Muslim model takes step back from fashion industry
Somali-American model Halima Aden has announced that she is taking a step back from the fashion industry, saying the pandemic slowdown has allowed her to see instances when her desire to maintain a hijab was not properly respected.
TV & Media
Lights, camera, sell: Retailers want you to watch and shop
When Jenna Powell gets in front of a camera, she can sell $10,000 worth of sparkly dresses and tie-dye hoodies in 40 minutes.
Nation
In pandemic era's isolation, meaning of 'self-care' evolves
These days, with a pandemic raging, this is what life can look like:
Magazine
Twin Cities designer Rammy Mohamed makes fashion — and a statement
Ramadhan "Rammy" Mohamed remembers when GQ magazine named her city of St. Paul one of the worst-dressed in America. "That was a gut punch," says…
Music
Out magazine names Lizzo, Monae, Maddow to its Out100 list
Award-winning singers Lizzo and Janelle Monae, Apple CEO Tim Cook and MSNBC's Rachel Maddow have made Out magazine's 2020 Out100 list.
Variety
Proenza designers reflect on getting off the 'hamster wheel'
As New York was grinding to a halt in the spring, Lazaro Hernandez and Jack McCollough, the designers behind Proenza Schouler, were a world away, trekking in Patagonia. They came back to a changed city.
National
The Latest: Washington gov. may announces new restrictions
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has scheduled a news conference for Sunday morning as COVID-19 case numbers soar throughout the Pacific Northwest where he will reportedly detail new restrictions.
National
Gillian Anderson brings uncanny 'Iron Lady' to 'The Crown'
Gillian Anderson's portrayal of British political leader Margaret Thatcher in "The Crown" was built step by step, from distinctive voice to helmet-hair wig to padded wardrobe.
Variety
Ulta to open beauty shops at 100 Target stores in 2021
The nation's largest beauty store chain, Ulta Beauty, has a deal to place shops in more than 100 Target stores by mid-2021.
Movies
Roles aren't for keeps on 'Crown,' even newcomer Princess Di
For viewers, "The Crown" offers a peek into a modern royal family's life and times, or at least an engaging dramatization. For the cast, it's meant the lofty equivalent of gig work as the Netflix series ticks through the decades.
Music
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Nov. 15-21
Celebrity birthdays for the week of Nov. 15-21:Nov. 15: Actor Ed Asner is 91. Singer Petula Clark is 88. Actor Joanna Barnes ("Spartacus," ″The Parent…
National
Jim Carrey, as Biden, mocks Trump loss on 'SNL'
It didn't take long for "Saturday Night Live" to come up with its comedic take on the presidential election results — complete with Maya Rudolph donning a white suit like Vice President-elect Kamala Harris wore for her acceptance speech.
Museums face calls to better represent people of color
As young as 5 years old, La Tanya Autry loved visiting local museums like the Detroit Institute of Art with her mom. She relished the shows, dances and plays she saw there. But as she walked through their halls, she felt a disconnect.
The Latest: Australia court upholds state's border closure
Australia's highest court on Friday upheld a state's border closure and dismissed billionaire businessman Clive Palmer's argument that the pandemic measure was unconstitutional.
Variety
Variety
Less is more when it comes to pandemic beauty routines
Scaled-back pandemic beauty habits are better for your skin, hair and nails, experts say.
Magazine
Fall fashion in the land of sky blue waters
When fall comes to Lake Minnetonka, we look forward to every warm lakeside day. Docks are still in and boats are moored ready for crisp…
Magazine
St. Paul milliner will design the hat of your dreams
Angie's Hats creates made-to-order hats for parties or everyday wear.
Magazine
Minneapolis artist uses gourds as her canvas
Kristen Treuting creates figurative sculptures and vessels from these hard-shelled ornamental fruits.
Magazine
Minnesota maker's jewelry inspired by wild places close to home
Her jewelry is inspired by wild places close to home.
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