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February 2nd, 2012
work. it.
we had a quick & dirty photo shoot at the shop a couple of weeks ago with Ms. Casey from Casey V Photography! here are a few of our fav shots..
January 31st, 2012
now buying for Spring..
After taking a break from buying over the past month, we have made room on the racks for new goods!!
Starting Wednesday, February 1st, we will be buying again for the Spring/Summer season.
What we are looking for:
- current pieces in good/great condition (please wash your goods before bringing them in)
- designer denim for women & men
- flashy sneakers
- handbags handbags handbags!!!
- statement jewelry pieces
- Summer Dresses/skirts
- Summer tops
What we currently do not need:
- Winter items (hats, jackets, boots)
- Men’s pants (other than denim)
- Sweaters
- outdated items
*please note~we will b. buying men’s light until the fellas lay down more $$*
January 25th, 2012
b. (loyal)
decided our loyalty card needed a little makeover to better reflect our shop.. next time you’re at b., make sure to scoop one up! Get a punch for every $10 you spend, and once you spend $100, get 20% off your entire purchase next time you roll through the shop!!!
December 21st, 2011
Two Birds pop-up shop at b.!!!
we are super stoked to announce that Two Birds Boutique will be hosting a pop-up shop at b. for the entire month of January!! Check out their bio below, and come check out their super affordable vintage goods starting Jan 3rd.
we are two sisters who love to shop and adore an amazing deal. we love fashion, both vintage and new. we absolutely adore the styling aspect of fashion and love making people look amazing no matter their budget. we like to mix decades, high and low, and vintage and new to create unique, creative and unforgettable looks. we believe in dressing fearlessly and wearing what you love. 
December 5th, 2011
This Thursday – 1st Annual Women Venture Client Showcase & Sale!!
please join b., along with a bunch of other great local/women owned businesses at the 1st ever WV Client Showcase & Sale!! We will have a table overflowing with pieces from the shop that would make great gifts for your fancy friends & family!!
(peep more info below)
Mark your calendars…
WomenVenture will be hosting its first annual Client Showcase and Sale!! The sale will take place on December 8th from 12 – 3pm in our office. Light appetizers and refreshments will be available in this fun and festive atmosphere. This is an EXCELLENT opportunity for you and your friends to meet our clients and see first-hand how WomenVenture empowers them through our business development programming.
Whether you are looking for jewelry, skincare products, clothing and accessories, unique cultural adornments, furniture, or simply need a manicure or chair massage, we have the perfect thing! You can even buy your reusable bag to put all of your new items in! Please take this opportunity to show your support by prioritizing our clients businesses for your holiday shopping.
WomenVenture is located at 2324 University Ave. Ste. 120 in St. Paul, MN 55114, near the intersection of Hwy 280 and University Ave. For directions to our office, paste this link into your browser window (http://www.womenventure.org/pdf/route_map.pdf).
November 28th, 2011
b. (shake & shop)
feeling festive… then join us on Thursday, December 15th for a holiday party & sale!! Grab last minute gifts for your peeps, or splurge a little on yourself. All the goods will be 10% off, and we will be throwing out double loyalty card punches!! Refreshments, sweets, and fat beats by (local hottie) DJ Smash Adams will be provided.. rsvp here
November 27th, 2011
b. (generous) ~ great giftable goods
Four Leaf Clover gold necklace ($14)
- upcycled earrings by e. floyd. made from bike inner tubes ($24)
- locally made goods for the bath ($5)
Burlesque of North America sticker packs ($6)
November 23rd, 2011
Small Business Saturday
pulled from here.
Pledge your support for Small Business Saturday®
The 2nd annual Small Business Saturday® is
a day dedicated to supporting small businesses
on one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year.
On November 26, we’re asking millions of people to Shop Small at their favorite local stores and help fuel the economy. When we all shop small, it will be huge.
Get up, get out, and get something at all of the amazing local MPLS businesses! Swing by b., spend $100, and receive a free b. reusable bag as our way of saying thanks for shopping local!
November 22nd, 2011
b. (local). Black Friday alternatives.
yes, yes, we all know the mainstream national retailers have a billion deals to entice you to spend your money on Black Friday… but how about keeping it local at the oodles & oodles of crazy hot shops around MPLS…
here are your Black Friday alternatives. (you’re welcome.)
June, Patina, I Like You, Drama, Parc Boutique, Electric Fetus, Rewind Vintage, Yeti Records, Fifth Element, Beadhive, Sewtropolis, Shuga Records, MartinPatrick3, Fried Bologna, You & Me, Sugar Sugar, Mighty Swell, Bibelot, Greenwich Vintage, Cliche, Design Collective, Midtown Global Market, Phenom, Hunt & Gather, Flirt, Blacklist Vintage, two 12 Pottery… the list could go on and on… #shoplocal
November 18th, 2011
Green Gifts Fair ~ Saturday 10-5 ~ Midtown Global Market
Need to get a jump on your holiday shopping.. check out the 6th annual Green Gifts Fair at the Midtown Global Market tomorrow from 10am – 5pm!! 
November 18th, 2011
Greenwich Vintage Ladies Collection now at b.!
The extremely dapper gentlemen over at Greenwich Vintage have dropped off some pieces for the ladies from their Made in America vintage collection, and it is quite lovely. Picture vintage Pendleton skirts and blazers in rich plaids, along with a couple of classic sweaters. All pieces are in impeccable condition, and are sure to keep you nice & cozy out in the MN winter. (enjoy the sneak peek below)
November 14th, 2011
I AM MPLS. Dec 1. Fineline Music Cafe
We are so excited to be a part of I AM MPLS for the 2nd year in row!!! Ms. Sarah Edwards has gathered up oodles of fresh new faces and boutiques that rep our fabulous city to walk the runway on Thursday, Dec 1st at the Fineline!!! Throw in some hot musical acts, a comedian, and host Jacquie Fuller of 89.3 The Current and this year’s show is destined to be epic. Cop some tickets now…
peep the fb event page here.
November 13th, 2011
b. (black friday)
tell those mall/mass retailers to shove it..
Fancy giftables by Vintage City Classics, Ideal Jewels, Inspire by Gaochen & Nonmala, Sweet T, Emily Floyd, and Bodylish. Locally screen printed tees by Hollyhoodz, Burlesque of North America, and I AM MN Nice. CDs by Malena Handeen and King Otto/Mike 2600. Plus all the fab b. used goods!
avoid the chaos.
(art by Natasha Fonville)