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Brand to Watch: MEND Jewelry
How a young unknown designer landed venture capital funding and a Nordstrom pop-up within a year of launching. Read more
Apr 3, 2018
Can H&M Help Zara Save MOA’s North Wing?
A bigger H&M will join its fast fashion rival in the largely empty new wing at Mall of America. Read more
Apr 2, 2018
Longtime Uptown Boutique Local Motion to Close
The secret to sustaining an indie boutique for 33 years, and what's next for retailer/designer Barbara Heinrich. Read more
Mar 26, 2018
Maplewood Mall Gets Minnesota's First Macy's Backstage
The new department is the retailer's strategy to compete against TJ Maxx and other off-price stores. Read more
Mar 23, 2018
Love Your Melon to Open North Loop Store
The philanthropic knitwear brand is taking the former Shinola space and plans to use it for more than retail. Read more
Mar 2, 2018
RAAS Local Market Returns to Mall of America with 17 Local Brands
Hands-on workshops, design demos, and food stations are part of the second collection, which hints at bigger things to come from this retail incubator. Read more
Mar 1, 2018
Dayton's Project Update: Historical Discoveries and Design Changes
Terrazzo floors and marble fountains are being incorporated into the revitalization of the iconic downtown Minneapolis department store building. Read more
Feb 27, 2018
Shinola and Filson Exit North Loop, Head to Edina
After shining a national spotlight on the North Loop, the heritage-inspired brands are headed for the suburban comforts of Galleria. Read more
Feb 22, 2018