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From top: “Bondi Beach” hand-dyed silk and Tencel scarf, $150, Kala Exworthy; loomsong.com “Metro” silk scarf, $200, Kala Exworthy, loomsong.c

Inside the Weaver's Guild in Minneapolis, one of the oldest and largest in the country

The Weaver's Guild in Minneapolis is a vibrant hub that hands down weaving and spinning knowledge from generation to generation.

After taking last year off, Fashion Week MN is back in full force

September 6
After taking last year off, Fashion Week MN is back in full force
From runway to shopping events, this action-packed, weeklong series offers plenty of variety.
World
1:15pm

12 to stand trial for Kardashian West jewel heist in Paris

Twelve people will stand trial in Paris over a $10 million jewelry heist targeting Kim Kardashian West in 2016, authorities said Friday.
Variety
November 15
Costume and fashion designer Bob Mackie poses amongst memorabilia from his career, Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, at his home in Palm Springs, Calif. A new

Bob Mackie book looks back on sparkly costume career

When Bob Mackie was 11, and his uncle asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up, he didn't hesitate: a costume designer on Broadway. The Southern California boy had never been to New York, but he was fixated on the "color, excitement and glamour" of the movies and show business.
Variety
November 11

Designer Christopher John Rogers tops starry CFDA awards

Designers Christopher John Rogers and Emily Bode-Aujla for BODE took top honors at the annual Council of Fashion Designers of America awards, leading a young and diverse slate of honorees on fashion's big night.
Business
November 11
Daniel Lee, creative director of Bottega Veneta, in Milan, Feb. 1, 2020.

Bottega Veneta creative director Daniel Lee leaving post

Daniel Lee is leaving his job as creative director at Bottega Veneta after three years and creating the brand's distinctive cloud-like bags and puffy-weave slip-on footwear.
Nation
November 4

Afghan girls, faraway relatives worry over dreams disrupted

From her home in Illinois, Asma Yawari has built a relationship with her younger cousin in Afghanistan that's made the geographic distance between the two teenagers' worlds seem, well, not quite so distant.
Nation
November 3

Gucci's star-studded fashion show shines bright in Hollywood

With stars like Gwyneth Paltrow and Serena Williams sitting in the front row, Alessandro Michele's nostalgic clothing designs inspired by old Hollywood glam shined just as bright during a Gucci fashion show in Los Angeles.
Variety
September 24
Melany Carlos, an image consultant in Arlington, Va., specializing in seasonal color analysis, draped various cloths over client Juli Stott.

What hue looks best on you? Seasonal color analysis is back

Long after the '80s fad, today's color consultants help clients figure out if what they're wearing is who they really are.
Stage & Arts
August 10
Madison Holler.

Minnesota artist honors legacy and identity, one bead at a time

Sauk Rapids artist Madison Holler creates one-of-a-kind beadwork that draws on her Anishinaabe, Scandinavian and Dutch heritage.
Magazine
July 6
Steve Kang operates BlackBlue in St. Paul’s Cathedral Hill neighborhood.

St. Paul men's clothing boutique BlackBlue draws mindful shoppers

INSIDE PEEK BlackBlueThe vibe: Nestled in St. Paul's Cathedral Hill neighborhood, BlackBlue offers designer men's clothing to Twin Cities shoppers with an eye for quality.…
Magazine
July 6
Designer Bao Yang’s Enchanted Garden collection is a blend of color, pattern and whimsy.

Minnesota designer Bao Yang's jewelry collection is a cheery start to summer

A first glance at Bao Yang's floral earrings might surprise you. How did she preserve flowers so perfectly and attach them to studs? A closer…
Magazine
June 25
Support local causes and expand your wardrobe at the same time.

Wear your heart on your sleeve: 7 locally made T-shirts that support a Minnesota cause

Let the world know how you feel about causes near and dear to you. These comfy summer tees all spring from local organizations and people…
Variety
May 13
Many millennials say they’re not giving up their skinny jeans.

The Jean War between millennials and Gen Z cannot be won

Millennials just got the news from Gen Z: Your jeans are bad.
Variety
April 1
Fashion designer Jessica McClintock spoke at a fashion show in Charlotte, N.C., in 1999.

Jessica McClintock, designer who outfitted prom-goers and brides, dies at 90

For more than half a century, she was one of the most popular designers of affordable formal wear for young women.
Magazine
March 24
Known locally as the Laundry Evangelist, Patric Richardson is taking his love of laundry national with his new book “Laundry Love” and an HGTV sho

St. Paul's 'Laundry Evangelist' has turned cleaning obsession into a profession

Patric Richardson is starting a national campaign to elevate the lowly chore of washing clothes.
Magazine
March 24
Styling by Barbara Schmidt // Photos by Colleen Guenther    The latest colors and shapes to carry dockside on those warm days ahead  Barbara Schmidt o

Stylish accessories inspire thoughts of spring

Behold the signs of the new season — longer days, blooming trees and the latest fun-shaped, candy-colored accessories, which give us inspiration to add a…
Magazine
March 24
Provided Founder Jeanne Calvit is surrounded by Interact artists, whose talents range from performance art to visual arts like painting, drawing and j

Interact in St. Paul is a visual and performing arts center for artists with disabilities

St. Paul's visual and performing arts center has been supporting artists with disabilities for 25 years.
Magazine
March 24
Mike Hammer The Sloane Chelsea all-weather boot by Wet Knot.

Minnesota maker shows the stylish side of rain boots

When Jack Guze surveyed the world of women's shoes a couple of years ago, he saw a gap and decided to fill it.The decision didn't…
Variety
February 19
Temporary hair loss results from fever, illness and severe stress.

You're not imagining it: The pandemic is making your hair fall out

The phenomenon is another frustrating byproduct of immense stress and post-viral inflammation from COVID-19.
Magazine
January 12
Let fashion brighten long winter days

Let fashion brighten long winter days

Bring on winter with high-styled layers and heavy textures. The warm tones of the season and the way these colors shine like jewelry will keep your mood lifted.
Variety
December 31, 2020
Fashion designer Norris Dánta Ford is at the forefront of a new and growing movement of men embracing home sewing.

More men are making their own clothes

The quarantine has accelerated this trend, with a significant rise in sewing machine sales (and not just to make face masks).