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1 of 8 Photos courtesy of noted retailers preppy chic Preppy Chic The ultimate fall staple. Plaid trousers ($148), from Aritzia, Mall of America and Southdale, aritzia.com 2 of 8 3 of 8 on the fringe On the Fringe Lean into the boho trend. Dôen skirt ($34... See more

The holidays aren’t just about finding something to give—they're about finding pieces that feel thoughtful, beautiful, and a little unexpected. The Twin Cities are home to a remarkable community of ceramicists whose work carry both meaning and artistry—ev... See more

In Minnesota’s fashion community, Richard Moody stands as a steadfast force—and a devoted champion of indie designers, both local and global. A U of M cheerleader–turned–model who first stepped onto Twin Cities runways in the ’70s, Moody has spent decades... See more

Photo by Caitlin Abrams Stationary 1) Long Live Snail Mail Nothing beats a handwritten letter. Pasta pun note cards and envelopes ($16), from Paper Source, multiple metro locations, papersource.com; Prince card ($6), Uff Da card ($6), and Happy Holidays c... See more

Photo by Graham Tolbert Watershed As the owner of Watershed Spa, Nell Rueckl has cultivated a sanctuary of calm in the heart of the Twin Cities. Since opening in 2022, Nell Rueckl’s Watershed Spa has become one of Minneapolis’s most sought-after self-care... See more