| 1.31.09 |
We get confessions from the beauty addict herself: former beauty editor and popular blogger Nadine Haobsh. She's got great beauty tips and a new novel, "Confessions of a Beauty Addict." Check out her blog: http://jolienadine.com/blog/
Our favorite red carpet fashion analyst (other than Lori & Julia) Lawrence Zarian, a.k.a. The Fashion Guy, is back with scoops from the SAGs and Golden Globes and fashion predictions for the Grammys. He's also online at http://www.thefashionguy.com/ |
| 1.24.09 |
$250 jeans? So passe. Self magazine Senior Fashion Market Editor Lindsay Huggins - a.k.a. "the denim doctor" - gives us her picks for best jeans on a budget.
Local beauty expert Mary Flaa tells us how to deal with our dry skin and how to look a little more like the celebs on the red carpet (short of moving to Hollywood and hiring a makeup artist). Check her out online at www.flaalessmakeup.com.
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| 1.17.09 |
The Shop Girls are escaping the cold with a trip to L.A....well, our hearts are there, and so are our guests.
The rush to recreate red carpet dresses is already on. Katie Echeverry, owner of Unique Vintage in L.A. talks about what styles are the talk of the town and how to get them for less. check out her Hollywood boutique here.
What do Tara Reid, Miley Cyrus and Britney Spears all have in common?? BAD HAIR EXTENSIONS!!! Beverly Hills hair stylist to the stars Tina Dizon reveals secrets on how to avoid hair extension mishaps and what's new in the world of Hollywood hair. |
| 01.10.09 |
It's tough out there for local retailers. Chic boutique owner Stephanie Morrissey stops by with some thoughts on current the Twin Cities shopping scene and some best bets for resort and spring (on sale!)
She lives in Minneapolis, but celebrity makeup artist Mary Flaa can't resist turning her attention to Hollywood with award season revving up. On the eve of the Golden Globes, we talk red carpet beauty and get a few tips you can take to the pavement.
Before he reports live from the red carpet at the Golden Globes for "The Fashion Guy" Lawrence Zarian will give us his predictions. He's really cute - check him out here!
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| 01.03.09 |
Alison mentioned a store she bought some organizing things that is based in Chicago. Here is a link to their site.
The find out more about the bride competition click here!
New year, new look? Master of repurposed furnishing Shayne Barsness of Style Minneapolis offers tips on how to give your home an update without starting from scratch. Get a taste of Shayne's style at her shop at 4501 Nicollet Ave. S., Minneapolis.
Kevin Quinn of STYLEDLIFE and styledlook will be discussing retail in the current economy, what retailers are doing, and how people can shop smart in 2009. |
| 12.27.08 |
The end of the Christmas season brings the start of the wedding season. Just back from the New York bridal show, MplsSt.Paul style editor Melissa Colgan reports in on trends in both wedding fashions and receptions. For more, plan to attend the Bridal Party put on by Mpls.St.Paul Magazine Weddings at The Depot on Jan. 4. Tickets and info are at www.mspmagweddings.com or 612-313-1791. |
| 12.20.08 |
It's the Saturday before Christmas, so of course the Shop Girls will have all sorts of useful last minute shopping tips and gift ideas. Mall of America trend expert Sara Rogers joins us with some suggestions. Want more of her advice? Look her up here.
We want you looking pretty this holiday season, so Napoleon Perdis of Napoleon Perdis Cosmetics and the new NP Set makeup line at Target gives us some red carpet-worthy tricks. Learn more by clicking here.
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| 12.13.08 |
Buying toys on a budget? Laurie Schacht, co-publisher of the Toy Insider , offers some great ideas for $25 or less.
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| 12.05.08 |
Todays sow is on location at AAA in St. Louis Park. Kevyn Burger will be filling in for Allison and we will be chatting with Joe Heron of Crispin. Crispin is a new sparkling cider beverage based in the Twin Cities |
| 11.22.08 |
Planning to hit the stores early for Black Friday shopping? We'll get some tips on where to go and what to buy from Black Friday guru Edgar Dworsky of Consumerworld.
Oh, to have the money for a $100,000 luxury kitchen that is eco-friendly to boot. At least we can live vicariously through designer Rosemary Merrill of the new Casa Verde, now open at 911 W. 50th St. in South Minneapolis. (read more about the showroom/store at AliShops.)
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| 11.15.08 |
How are retailers manipulating us? Joan Meyers-Levy, marketing professor with the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management, helps us count the ways. Hint: even the store fixtures could impact what you buy.
If you can't get in for a haircut with Juut master hairstylist Woody Theis, at least you can get some of her great advice. Theis offers some tips and gives us a preview of Juut's Girls' Night Out happening at all locations on Thursday, Nov. 20.
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| 11.08.08 |
Macy's holiday auditorium show opens this morning and we'll get all the details, plus learn about other holiday initiatives at the department store from Director of Media and Community Relations Natalie Bushaw
Stressing about holiday expenses? Clarky Davis, aka, "The Debt Diva" and author of the "Debt Diva's Financial Guide" offers ideas for being frugal and festive. More from the Debt Diva online.
Here is a link for the Macy's site for writing a letter to Santa. |
| 11.01.08 |
Ali and Alexis talked about a new shop in Hopkins called Corset.
Terri Bly is the creator of the website www.natureofbeauty.com. She has searched the globe for the best natural products for your hair and skin and will give us a full report in addition to filling us in on the best natural color cosmetics.
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| 10.25.08 |
Aren't we lucky! Lucky magazine editor in chief Kim France and creative director Andrea Linett offer some sage advice on mastering any style. Which also happens to be the name of their new book, "The Lucky Guide to Mastering Any Style."
Chad Lage, of "Antiques Roadshow" fame tells us how to figure out whether or not our junk has some value beyond the sentimental. Want more? He's headlining an "Antique Appraisal Fair" to benefit the Hope Chest for Breast Cancer from Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26. Click here for details.
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| 10.18.08 |
Join the Shop Girls this Saturday! We'll be broadcasting live from the Lands' End Inlet in Woodbury (Tamarack Village). Even if you can't shop with us, be sure to listen - we've got an interview with Isaac Mizrahi, who will appear at Mall of America at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22 to sign copies of his new book "How to Have Style." Check it out online at here.
Ali and Alexis were talking about Lill1154 for custom handbags and pillows, here's a link to their their website.
Have a gift card that you can't use? Look into this website to perhaps swap your card for one you can use.
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| 10.11.08 |
The always stylish and inspiring Kevin Quinn returns with the scoop on his second StyledLife store, opening Oct. 16 at the Galleria.
Plus, you've probably noticed the cool patterned bottles on gift store shelves - Daub & Bauble soaps and lotions are hot, hot, hot. Josh Berger, founder of the local company, gives us his take on why the new brand took off so quickly, which celebs love it, and gives us the latest fragrance trends (yes, even dish soap scents can be trendy.) |
| 10.4.08 |
DailyCandy editor-at-large Dannielle Kyrillos offers her favorite fall finds under $100.
Here are some of the websites Dannielle spoke about:
The Hushpuppies shoes
The jewlery
The scarf
The T-shirt
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| 9.27.08 |
The Budget Fashionista, Minnesota native Kathryn Finney, talks about where she likes to shop when she's in town and how to look great without going into debt (as she once did, in the days before her popular blog and book). Her blog is filled with great shopping tips.
One of her tips today was to shop shoes at Endless. Click here for the website.
Have you found The Find? This is the week to do so, during the annual sale. Founders of the home furnishings and fashion accesories store Lisa Roberts and Annie Hendrickson will give us the scoop on all the deals, as well as several new product lines they've developed, launching nationwide this fall. Details on the sale are at Ali Shops.
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| 9.20.08 |
Fall Fashion Weekend is in full swing in the Twin Cities, local designer Kimberly Jurek of K Jurek Couture stops by to tell us about her fall collection and talk about the growing local fashion scene
With The Bridal Party event happening Sunday, Sept. 21 at the Metropolitan Ballroom in Golden Valley, we'll talk to MplsSt.Paul magazine senior editor Jayne Haugen Olson about wedding trends and what's in store at the event. Ticket info is available here. |
| 9.13.08 |
Mall of America trend expert Sara Rogers helps us finalizing our "must buy" list for fall fashion. If her tips aren't enough, you can book a private style session with Sara. Visit www.sararogers.com.
Missed New York Fashion Week, did you? Well don't feel too bad - the Twin Cities has its very own Fall Fashion Weekend and it's coming up Wednesday., Sept. 17 to Sunday, Sept. 21. We get the scoop on what to expect from local designers and which events you must attend. View the whole schedule here.
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| 9.6.08 |
You might know her as the style expert on the "Rachel Ray Show," but Gretta Monahan knows plenty about bargain hunting and she'll give us her favorite tips for "thrifting" without sacrificing style this fall. We'll also get the scoop on her new gig on Tim Gunn's style show.
We'll also get a preview of Fox 9 news anchor and jewelry designer Robyne Robinson's "Big Event" happening Saturday, Sept. 13 from Noon to 5 p.m. at Seven, 700 Hennepin Ave. Check out her Rox jewelry line online here.
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| 8.30.09 |
We're out at the Fair one more time, and we'll be joined by Amy Zaroff, owner of Give My Regards To..., whose party and gift ideas are always inspired.
Then we'll talk to "Cheap Chick" Erin Schneider, whose year of living frugally has just come to an end. She stayed true to her pledge not to spend more than $20 on any one item. She'll tell us how she did it - and what happens next. You can also visit her blog here.
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| 8.23.09 |
Come visit the Shop Girls at the fair! We'll have master barber Ben Phillips to tell us about the latest trends in men's facial hair (the love patch has got to go). Phillips will be at the fair Aug. 22-24 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. as part of the Wahl Let It Grow Tour's mobile barber shop where guys can get free trims and tips. More at is available right here.
L'oreal Paris expert Christian Charapata will also stop by to talk beauty tips and trends and tell us about the L'oreal Paris Color Space exhibit at the fair |
| 8.16.09 |
Sasha Andreev from HGTV was a suprise call in to the show. The get on HGTV click here.
Greg Walsh joined Allison and Alexis to speak about him new store Martin Patrick3
For store location, click here. |
| 8.09.08 |
If you want to check out the store in New York selling Olympic themed stuff, check it out here!
Trying to figure out what to wear to
Glamorama on Aug. 15? Or wondering what to
expect on the runway? Macy's
fashion expert Laura Schara stops by with a preview of the summer's hottest fashion event.
We'll also get
beauty tips and behind-the-scenes dish from
Lancome national makeup artist Alex Sanchez,
who will be leading the Glamorama team. For tickets, click here!
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| 8.02.08 |
Seems everywhere you shop lately, there's a Lillian's, or one about to open. We talk to the sisters behind the accessories chain, which has gone from one to 24 stores in just three years - with two high profile locations, on Grand Avenue and 50th and Xerxes, opening Aug. 7.
They call her St. Paul's "retail concierge." Ellen Muller, economic development director for the city of St. Paul gives us the scoop on efforts to bring retailers - like Il Vostro Boutique - to downtown St. Paul before the Republican National Convention. But what happens after the convention? Tune in to find out.
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| 7.26.08 |
When a retailer or restauranteur wants to make sure their floor plan and aesthetic are spot-on, they call Smart Associates
in Minneapolis. Jim Smart stops by to give us a behind-the-scenes scoop on what goes into store design and how it plays into our shopping habits.
Listen up! We've got tips on how to score online discounts from Estee Lauder, Lancome, Sephora, Benefit, Ulta and other big makeup companies. Barry Boone, the founder of Current Codes, gives us the scoop
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| 7.19.08 |
Temps are soaring, but prices on summer apparel are dropping. Mall of America Sara Rogers gives us her take on what to buy now and how to make the most out of your summer deals. You can also find Sara online at www.sararogers.com. |
| 7.12.08 |
Celebrity hair stylist Harry Josh give us the latest trends and gossip and talks about his upcoming visit to the Twin Cities. Yes, the same hands that have touched the heads of Gwyneth Paltrow, Cameron Diaz and Reese Witherspoon could update your hair during the John Frieda See For Yourself Salon Tour at Mall of America on Tuesday, July 15. Click here for details. And schedule your appointment online here.
Downtown accessories shop Styled Life (www.styledlife.com) has been invaded by Vintage Glam. owner Kevin Quinn explains how he scouts the country for vintage goods and what makes a bag or a belt chic rather than just old. |
| 6.28.08 |
Come out and join the Shop Girls at Peterson Pools & Spas in Minnetonka. We'll be wearing our bikinis. Not. Well, you won't know for sure unless you join us Saturday, June 28 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Cindy Sudheimer of The Bungalow Beachwear and Bangles in Tonka Bay will join us to talk swimwear trends and tips. Click here to visit their website.
Sarah Kurn from Sarah Kurn Skincare will give us the latest news and developments in sunscreen. Check her website at www.sarahkurnskincare.com |
| 6.21.08 |
Allison's mom, the smart shopping Harmony Kaplan, fills in for Alexis this week.
Micky Mariette of Touch of Home Furnishings gives us a preview of the Junk Market event going on at her Burnsville store this Saturday, June 21, including tips on consignment furniture shopping and repurposing old goods. For more details on the event, click here.
The founder of www.Zelaz.com, St. Louis Park mom Janet Polach tells us why there's a need for a new resource for tween/teen girls clothing.
Tell your tweens to tune in: we've got teen sensation Miranda Cosgrove of Nickelodeon's hit show "iCarly." She'll talk fashion, stardom and tell us about her appearance and cd signing Sunday june 25 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Mall of America. |
| 6.14.08 |
Mendota Heights-based TivoliToo has been producing licensed giftware for the major players like Warner Bros, Disney, Peanuts, Dept. 56, Major League Baseball for 28 years and now the company is clearing out its warehouse with its first ever sample sale. That means thousands upon thousands of character and collectible items bobble heads, jewelry, salt and pepper shakers, picture frames and more, including many rare and discontinued items that have been unavailable to the public for years. Company president Hart Johnson gives us the scoop on the sale and how this local company got to where it is today.
Someone is getting plastic surgery
One of the Shop Girls is going under the knife and we are chatting about the dangers and the rewards of plastic surgery with prominent plastic surgeon Dr. Allan Van Beek of Edina (952-830-1028). Dr. Van Beek will tell us how to find a surgeon, what are some of the more popular procedures right now and how many people have actually had surgery (more than you think). For more information on plastic surgery and the topics discussed visit www.plasticsurgery.org or www.surgery.org .
Want to find out how much your stuff is worth just head on over to www.ztail.com. |
| 6.7.08` |
The Shop Girls have been wondering out loud why it is nail polish never stays on as well when applied at home. Manhattan manicure queen Ji Baek of Rescue Beauty Lounge has the answer. She talks about her new book, "Rescue Your Nails: a do-it-yourself guide to perfect fingers and toes."
Haven't dreamed up a great Father's Day gift yet? We get the male perspective on great gifts from Ini Iyamba, owner of Ivy Mens + Design in Minneapolis -and a stylish dad himself. |
| 5.31.08 |
Just back from a model search in L.A., Macy's fashion expert Laura Schara gives us the scoop on plans for this year's Glamorama fashion event. Tickets go on sale June 2 |
| 5.24.08 |
Talk about feel good shopping - children's art and design store Kiddywampus has pledged to donate all profits to charities. We talk to store owner and mother of three Amy Saldanha about how she does it. Visit the store's website at www.kiddywampus.com.
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| 5.17.08 |
We've told you about Uber Outlet - but guess what's coming next week:
bargains from chic boutiques Arafina and Ivy. How are they doing it?
Owner Lynne Gonsior gives us the scoop on why local retailers are responding so well to her new outlet center. She'll also tell us about Uber Baby's search for an Uber cool couple.
We will also be chatting with Todd Brewer from Hoigaards regarding the great plastic bottle debate. Todd will break down the good, the bad and the hype about reusable plastic containers. |
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| 5.3.08 |
Still searching for a clever gift for mom - or trying to drop hints about what you really want for Mother's Day? Allison's mom, the always discerning Harmony Kaplan, shares some ideas. We'll also be chatting with local handbag designer Laura Nelli, who is about to become a break-out star. She's a finalist in the Independent Handbag Designer Awards. Check her out at www.nellehandbags.com. You can also buy her bags locally at Clutch Boutique and I Do and Baby Too. |
| 4.26.08 |
Allison is back from maternity leave, and dishing about double strollers and trying to fit into her jeans.
Local stylist Gwen Leeds offers advice on vintage shopping, just in time for Greed Gone Wild, a big sale on Saturday. For details on the event, click here.
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| 4.19.08 |
This Saturday Jayne Haugen Olson of Mpls. St. Paul Magazine is stopping by to co-host and share the latest on her home renovation projects. At 10:45 Stacy Larson of Covered (www.shopcovered.com) will be coming in studio to discuss the state of retailing in the Twin Cities and her new store in Uptown. |
| 4.12.08 |
We will be broadcasting live from Dundee Nursery in Plymouth. At 10:45 we will be chatting with Kevin Tice of Dundee Nursery about everything green. At 11:15 we will get the lowdown on Christopher Hopkins new book, Staging Your Comeback.
Check out Christophers website at www.makeoverguy.com.
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| 4.5.08 |
Shop Girls are broadcasting live from the Mall of America for Operation Glass Slipper. At 10:30 we will be joined by Sara Rogers of the Mall of America to chat about prom dresses and accessories.
11:15am Kevin Quinn of STYLEDLIFE (www.styledlife.com ) in Gaviidae Common will be calling in to report on the official launch of his wardrobe consulting business, styledlook ( www.styledlook.com). Kevin is also going to dish handbag trends and tell us what we can look for at his trunk show this week featuring Alexis Hudson handbags.
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| 3.29.08 |
Is mineral makeup as great as the infomercials make it sound? Are they really made for everyone? What is the difference between what you find in the department stores, discount stores and on TV. Sarah Kurn can offer tips for finding the perfect fit for you. She will also be giving us tips for getting all of your skin glowing for spring and summer. You can get in touch with Sarah by visiting www.sarahkurnskincare.com or calling 651-426-6040 |
| 3.15.08 |
Fresh off her TV debut on TLC's "10 Years Younger," Lucie Sholl, co-owner of St. Paul-based online retailer b & lu, talks to us about plus size fashion. It's all about enhancing your figure - not hiding it.
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| 3.1.08 |
Wonder how event designers make everything come together so seamlessly? On Sunday, March 2, event planners, chefs and florists will go head to head in a new kind of competition being dubbed The Duel of the Design. The woman who dreamed it up, Geri Wolfe of Style Laboratory, will stop by to give us the scoop. To learn more about the event click here.
Trying to figure out how to pull off red lipstick this spring? Celebrity makeup artist and Minneapolis resident Mary Flaa offers practical beauty tips...and a little Hollywood dish. To learn more about Mary visit her website here.
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| 2.23.08 |
The "Millionaire Matchmaker" on Bravo caused quite a stir when she said women need straight hair to get a man. Michelle Breyer of naturallycurly.com definitely begs to differ. She'll give us some tips on making the most of unruly curls.
Celeb stylist Philip Bloch is all geared up for the Academy Awards. He'll give us his predictions about who is sure to look hot, and who might not, and tell us about who he's dressing for Hollywood's biggest night.
It's too soon to say which designers will dress the stars for tomorrow's Academy Awards, but one thing you can be sure many of them will be wearing: Hollywood Fashion Tape. The company is based right here in Minneapolis. We're chatting with one of the owners, Marni Bumsted, about the latest products, celebs who love them and best uses - even off the red carpet.
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| 2.9.08 |
Calling all pregnant ladies! Hot Mama wants you to model. Yes, model. Owner of this local chain Megan Tamte will give us the scoop on that and more exciting news about her growing business. For more information visit their website here.
Valentine's Day is always a good excuse for a spa visit. But before you schedule that pedicure, you're going to want to hear these do's and don'ts from New York female footcare expert Dr. Dina Tsentserensky. You won't believe how gross it can get.
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| 2.2.08 |
Tomorrow is Super Bowl Sunday...a great time to go dress shopping! edressme.com is among the companies targetting women during the game by offering discounts and introducing new dress styles online. We'll get the scoop from CEO Joanne Stoner.
Did your New York Fashion Week invites get lost in the mail? You'll forget all about it Saturday night, when the University of Minnesota's College of Design hosts its annual senior fashion show, called "Abandon Your Threads." Student Chair Wesley Martin tells us what to expect on the runway. For ticket information on the event click here.
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| 1.26.08 |
Need a spa day? Mary Blackman of spa-addicts.com can make it easier to justify. She'll tell us how to get great deals on treatments at top spas, ways to search for spa specials and more insider tips.
Finally, an awards show! As Lori & Julia head out to the SAGs, we get red carpet predictions from Nicole Phelps, Executive Editor of style.com
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| 1.19.08 |
Of course Amelia Santaniello's outfits aren't the only reason we tune in to the Channel 4 news, but it is fun to see what our best dressed anchor is wearing. Santaniello reveals where she shops...and who pays for the clothes. Come on, you know you want to know.
Skin care expert Sarah Kurn of Sarah Kurn Skin Care, will be dishing tips on keeping your skin glowing and gorgeous during the cold and dry winter months.
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| 1.12.08 |
At least there's one non-geek at the big Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Yahoo!'s Techie Diva Gina Hughes calls in with the scoop on new must-have gadgets for the trend-conscious crowd. Check out her blog here.
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| 1.5.08 |
Ready for a change of surroundings? The always creative local design expert Robb Whitleff offers some ideas for updating your home this year. It's also a great weekend to check out his Minnetonka shop, Great Estate Home & Garden, during the biggest sale of the year.
Susan Redstone, author of new book "Just Try It On: A Month by Month Guide to Shopping and Style" runs through the calendar of what to buy when.
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| 12.29.07 |
We've given Macy's a lot of grief throughout the year about service problems and merchandise selection. Now, director of public relations Natalie Bushaw responds by sharing the department store's goals for '08. Read more about it in Allison's Dec. 30 Savvy Shopper column here.
Still trying to figure out how to make your new electronic gadgets work? St. Paul Pioneer Press technology reporter Julio Ojeda-Zapata returns with tips on everything from setting up a new iPod or gaming system to converting from PC to Mac. Get more easy-to-use advice from Julio here.
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| 12.22.07 |
Still scrambling for a New Year's resolution? How about resolving to clear those pleated pants out of the closet once and for all? Allison Berlin, fashion consultant for TLC's "What Not to Wear" and founder of Style Made Simple joins us with her suggestions on what to buy and what to purge from your closet for the new year.
Think you've got opinions on the current crop of Project Runway designers? Last season's contestant Katherine Gerdes of Minneapolis will be in-studio to tell us what she thinks about the current season and what she's been up to since Heidi Klum declared her "out." To read Katherine's blog click here.
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| 12.15.07 |
Lisa Hammond the founder of the popular catalog and online shopping site Femail Creations and Barefoot Parties. Lisa is also the author of Dream Big and will be giving us tips on last minute holiday shopping and most importantly online shopping.
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| 12.1.07 |
What Would Jesus Buy? We'll find out. Rob VanAlkemade, the director of "What Would Jesus Buy," an anti-consumer documentary out this weekend, calls in to talk about reaction to the film.
Listen up, men! Jean Platt, founder of a new website clues us in to what women want this season. To find out what women want click here.
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| 11.24.07 |
Kindis Stiller, color specialist for Juut Salonspa at Southdale joins us to address the hot topic we've been discussing in recent weeks: to go gray or not. She'll give us the scoop on the latest color trends and easy ways to add some color to your mane.
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| 11.17.07 |
Nada Manley is the author of "Secrets of Beauty Insiders" and is a former beauty editor and has over 1000 articles to her credit. She is currently working on a book about health, fashion and beauty for pregnant women and has a ton of information to share for mothers and others. To learn more about Nada and to read her blog click here.
Before you rush to the stores in the middle of the night after Thanksgiving, listen in for some smart shopping tips. Edgar Dworsky of Consumer World will share his top tips to bag a bargain on Black Friday.
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| 11.10.07 |
Charla Krupp, More magazine fashion editor and author of the soon-to-be-released "How Not to Look Old," stops by to offer tips on looking and feeling great at any age. She'll be appearing at Maplewood Mall on Saturday afternoon.
Macy's new "Stylista" Todre Land tells us about his new role at the Southdale store and why anyone who needs a little help getting dressed should take advantage of this new free service.
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| 11.3.07 |
Wondering if your lipstick could give you lead poisoning? Stacy Malkan, co-founder of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics helps us sort it all out. She's got a new book on the topic, "Not Just a Pretty Face: The Ugly Side of the Beauty Industry" and she'll speak about it at the University of Minnesota on Tuesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. For event details click here.
Ah, the scent of success. Therese Gibbons, co-creator of Minneapolis-based Alora Ambiance talks home fragrance trends and tells about Maiden Minnesota, a shopping event to showcase the products of locally-based women-owned companies, including Alora. The event takes place from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 7 at the Chambers Hotel.
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| 10.27.07 |
Designer to the stars Romona Keveza, best known for her bridal gowns, is in town for a trunk show at Macy's. She'll call in to talk trends and fashion and hopefully give some celebrity scoop. To learn more about Romona and her line click here
Get your man to tune in - associate fashion editor Micah Johnson talks tips from the new Details magazine Men's Style Manual Down with the pleated pants!
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| 10.20.07 |
Local thrift shopping guru Linda Ligsukis shares her favorite bargain shopping spots in the Twin Cities and tells us about the huge consignment sale she's putting on this weekend. For details on the sale, click here.
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts' big fundraising Antiques Show & Sale starts Friday, featuring unique items from as far back as the 16th Century to the 1970s. We'll get the scoop from Damon Farber on what you'll find and how to approach antique shopping.
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| 10.13.07 |
Join us at Gaviidae Common - parking is free this Saturday and we'll be broadcasting live from 10 a.m. to noon.
Erin Harney, spokeswoman for Gaviidae will give us the scoop on new stores opening at the center and why there seems to be so much energy there all of a sudden.
The always informative Kevin Quinn of StyledLife stops by to talk about key fall accessories and getting dressed for the season.
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| 10.6.07 |
We're taking the show on the road live from the Spectacle Shoppe in New Brighton featuring: "What Not To Wear Co-host Clinton Kelly gives us a preview of the style workshop he's putting on at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Petite Store at Macy's Southdale. He's got great advice, whatever your body type.
The Twin Cities goes green Saturday with the opening of Twin Cities Green in Uptown co-owner Tina North gives us the scoop. To learn more visit their website here.
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| 9.29.07 |
We'll get the scoop on the Children's Theatre Company's latest world premiere, Fashion 47, an interactive show that melds theatre and fashion. What could be bad about that?
Getting annoying that your guy is obsessed with Fantasy Football? Get your own game! Fashion Fantasy League started out as a joke, but has grown into a full fledged interactive online game played by thousands. Founder Erica Salmon will tell us how. You can also check it out here
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| 9.15.07 |
Style expert Finola Hughes, host of "How Do I Look" on the Style Network, shares her picks for best looks from Fashion Week and dishes about who she's excited to see on the red carpet at the Emmy Awards this Sunday.
Local bag mavens Tracy Arnold and Tracy Dyer of Urban Junket tell us how they went from marketing execs to designers/distributors of chic Italitan-made bags, including a brand new collection of fashionable laptop bags set to hit stores at the end of the month.
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| 9.8.07 |
Macy's trend expert Laura Schara gives us the lowdown from New York Fashion Week with a report on the trends for Spring '08.
Local design expert Robb Whitleff reveals the top five steps to planning a great interior space- and tells us where in the Twin Cities to shop. He'll also give us the scoop on a big sale happening next week at his store, Great Estate Home & Garden.
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| 8.25.07 |
Amy Zaroff of Give my Regards To ... joins us to share her always clever ideas for party themes, gifts, invitations and more.
It's her job to pick which miracle mops and blenders are sold at the fair. Pam Simon, concession and exhibit manager for the Minnesota State Fair will stop by to tell us about some of this year's hot new products and how she decides what makes it in.
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| 8.18.07 |
Tune in as we dish and debrief on everything that happens at Friday night's Glamorama. Minneapolis designer Joy Teiken of Joynoelle - which both Allison and Alexis will be wearing to the show - will join us at 10:30 a.m. for a fashion review.
Wondering how celebs get those perfectly toned arms? Could be the Socialite Workout, which is the hot new fitness craze in New York. We'll talk to the creator, Alex Reznik who went from the Russian Army to red carpet.
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| 8.11.07 |
Love a dollar store bargain? Watch out. ShopSmart magazine deputy editor Besty Wiesendanger tells us what NOT to buy at the dollar store.
It's one of the most exclusive - and spectacular - new shops in town and we've got the scoop. Pen collector Barry Rubin talks about Ink, and how you can get in!
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| 8.4.07 |
Macy's trend expert Laura Schara gives us the ho-down - er, low down on the "country couture" trend that will inspire this year's Glamorama event and continue into fall fashion. And she'll tell us what to wear to the show on Aug. 17! click here for ticket information
Fox 9's Robyne Robinson is not your average news anchor. She's also a sucessful jewelry designer, with a show coming up Sept. 15 at the Chambers Hotel. She'll tell us about her collection and when she finds the time to make jewelry. click here to view her collection
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| 7.28.07 |
Becky Sturm of St. Paul's StormSister spatique gives us the scoop on hot beauty products that really work.
Here's your homework: try the bra finder and let us know what you think. Can you really find the perfect bra online? Read Allison's thoughts on the topic in the Friday, July 28 Pioneer Press.
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| 7.21.07 |
Wish you could style your hair like a pro? You need to attend Blow Dry Boot Camp. Jon Charles of Uptown's Jon Charles Salon fills us in. Hard work has never been so chic. Get more blow drying tips from Allison's article in the Wednesday July 18th Pioneer Press.
HGTV's "Design Star" is sure to be a must-see this season (premiering at 9 p.m. Sunday, July 22), thanks to St. Paul's "Metro Hippy" Joshua Foss who will be competing for his own show on the network. He'll be in studio to tell us about living, designing and, of course, shopping "green." Read about Allison and Joshua's shopping trip to Natural Built Home in the Sunday, July 22 Pioneer Press.
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| 7.7.07 |
So what's the big deal about 7/7/07 anyway? Local numerologist Deborah Linn fills us in.
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Reinvention guru Robb Whittlef of HGTV and owner of Great Estate Sale Co. in Minnetonka offers great advice on where to find affordable home accessories and how to tweak a room without breaking the bank. To read more about Robb and his great tips click here
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Rhonda Ruhland, president of Retail Consultants, Inc. and the official style specialist for the Galleria, talks summer fashion, party ideas, clever gifts and more. click here to read her StyleGuide.
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Minneapolis garage sale expert John Schroeder, author of "Garage Sale Fever" for more great tips and information on John click here
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Kevin Quinn of hot accessories shop StyledLife (Gaviidae Common, 555 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, 612-746-5400) joins us to talk about accessorizing for spring and his recently relaunched wardrobe consulting service, StyledLook.
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L.A. style expert Rachel Zalis talks about swimsuits and gives us a preview of her new WE network special, More Swimsuit Secrets Revealed. It airs at 9 p.m. Monday, May 28.
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Billy Beson of Beson Kading Interior Design talks about how to shop smart and get the look for less for your home.
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Eric Sandstrom's new store Floral Logic offers some tricks for buying flowers and more.
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Tina North of ReGifts, recently named the Best Gift Shop in the Twin Cities by City Pages, ReGifts carries products that are created by artists, companies, and organizations who work with recycled, reclaimed, organic, and natural materials.
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Ellen Gavin, co-owner of Birch Clothing a store that specializes in clothing and accessories made from sustainable fabric and recycled products.
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Can't come up with a clever Mother's Day gift idea? Michelle Courtright Bjork, founder of romeo shops.com and the store Romeo & Juliet at Gaviidae Common has some fresh suggestions.
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David Wagner of Juut Salon and Spa and the first-ever Daymaking ceremony to be held May 23rd for more information click here
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Everyone wants to know about personal shoppers -- where to find one, what they do, so independent wardrobe consultant/personal stylist Boun Borth offers her advice.
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Carmela Sterling of Atomic Shopping It's the new anti-ebay shopping site. It's set up as a declining auction so the longer an item is on the site without selling, the lower the price. They also have a TV show on Comcast Cable channel 14 9 to 11 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays.
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Miss celebrity make-up artist B.J. Gillian's favorite make-up products? click here for B.J.'s products
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Looking for the latest party trends and clever gift ideas for any occasion? Amy Zaroff, event planner and owner of stationery shop Give My Regards To .
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Ini Iyamba talks about his new store Ivy Men's + Design for more information on Ini and his other store click here
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Joanne Stoner, CEO of eDressme.com a business that produces red carpet inspired gowns talks about what's hot and fresh.
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Twin Cities-based celebrity makeup artist Mary Flaa gives us the low down on what's hot on the red carpet and how to get that glam look, to learn more about Mary and her work click here. Mary's favorite makeup products.
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Read Allison's article on Awakenings, a new sophisticated sex shop in St. Paul
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More information on Awakenings.
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Allison's columns and Q and A
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