Variety
January 7, 2017
Minnesota Vikings linebackers Audie Cole, Anthony Barr and Eric Kendricks.

Scene + Heard: Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr sponsors Raise the Barr

Minnesota Vikings linebacker Anthony Barr and his mom, Lori Barr, sponsored a holiday program to support the Jeremiah Program.
Variety
January 6, 2017
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You can now smash things for fun in St. Paul's new Break Room

The Break Room encourages you to pick up a sledgehammer and safely blow off steam in a satisfyingly destructive way.
Variety
January 4, 2017
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Ask the expert: How to style navy skirts without resembling a schoolgirl

This question illustrates how ladies frequently think of navy as a narrowly nautical/preppy color — and it gives the chance to prove how versatile it can be.
Variety
January 4, 2017
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December 29, 2016
The Golden Pearl vintage boutique photographed on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, in Minneapolis, Minn. ] RENEE JONES SCHNEIDER • renee.jones@star

How to buy vintage clothes in Twin Cities without looking costume-y

These Twin Cities shops cater to an array of modern aesthetics.
Variety
December 27, 2016
it's a thing! And not just for the wealthy. As incomes and tastes change, so does the jewelry we wear on our ring finger. Susan Carrigan upgraded her

With this ring, I thee upgrade: More couples trading up wedding bands

A diamond may be forever, but for some people, that rule doesn't always apply to the wedding ring.
Variety
December 23, 2016
Van Elofson and Mia Lee (mom) attend Vinternaat at the Lake Harriet Trolley.

Scene + Heard: Como-Harriet Trolley

It wasn't a sleigh, but Santa and Mrs. Claus did take a ride — on the historic Como-Harriet Trolley in Minneapolis.
Variety
December 22, 2016
Megahn Hollenbeck and Melinda Rodger of Blaine rocked the tacky look during a party at the Minnesota History Center.

Ugly Christmas sweaters bring pretty penny for retailers

When the ugly sweater trend started about 15 years ago, their popularity spread among thrift shops, surplus stores and vintage apparel shops. Now mainstream retailers have spotted an opportunity, as what once seemed like a fad refuses to fade.
Variety
December 20, 2016
A shopper passes by an anti-wool ad at the Mall of America.

PETA protests after Mall of America takes down its anti-wool ads

A protest was staged on Nicollet Mall by activists upset their ads were taken down at the MOA, whose officials did not see the ads before they went up.
Variety
December 16, 2016
Libby and Tom Horner.

Scene + Heard: Catholic Charities St. Nicholas Dinner

More than 700 volunteers and community leaders gathered for the St. Nicholas Dinner at St. Paul RiverCentre to celebrate the fourth-century bishop who symbolizes the Christmas spirit.
Style
December 16, 2016
Vicki Talapa, Abby Talapa, a post-shave Emily Talapa, Rooty Mathwick and Rachel Gulich.

Scene + Heard: Battle of the Bald

What do you get when you combine three bands, a stage full of barbers and hundreds of volunteers? You get the Battle of the Bald.
Variety
December 15, 2016
Northwestern Knitting Company specializes in stylish hoodies and joggers.

Minn. heritage reborn: Northwestern Knitting specializes in stylish hoodies, joggers

While its knitting technique is inspired by tradition, the Northwestern Knitting product line is thoroughly modern.
Variety
December 15, 2016
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'Gray Duck' or 'Goose'? Take this quiz to see if you talk like a Minnesotan

Test your knowledge of the Minnesota accent, and hopefully you won't come out sounding like you're from Wisconsin.
Variety
December 14, 2016
Movies
December 7, 2016
Amy Schumer

Amy Schumer responds to 'Barbie' fat-shamers with swimsuit photo

Amy Schumer is putting some skin in the game in her battle with the fat-shamers of the world.
Variety
December 7, 2016
Variety
December 7, 2016
Tracking down a dress that fits your body and suits your taste can be a major hassle.

How to find a dress that fits? Our expert has some advice

Want to nab the perfect frock? Here are a few tips for the fitting room.
Style
December 2, 2016
Jennifer Byrd, Elly Anderson, Sarah Kimbal, Amanda Kist.

Scene + Heard: St. Paul Junior Chamber Roaring '20s fundraiser

Mobsters and molls turned out in droves for Flappers and Fedoras, a Roaring '20s soiree hosted by the St. Paul Junior Chamber.
Variety
November 30, 2016

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