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

Scene + Heard: Como-Harriet Trolley

December 23
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.

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

December 7
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.
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With this ring, I thee upgrade: More couples are trading up their wedding bands

A diamond may be forever, but for some people, that rule doesn't always apply to the wedding ring.
Variety
December 26

Thieves steal $1M in fur coats from upscale Manhattan store

Police are searching for three thieves with a taste for designer clothing who stole more than $1 million dollars' worth of fur from a store on Manhattan's upscale Madison Avenue.
Celebrities
December 26

Michelle Obama's fashion influence rivaled Jackie Kennedy's

The morning after Michelle Obama's big speech at the Democratic National Convention in 2012, in which she argued passionately for a second term for her husband, designer Tracy Reese's phone was ringing. And ringing.
Stage & Arts
December 26

Love of sewing patterns leads to world-class collection

If a costume designer wanted to recreate a World War I era wraparound dress, a 1940s zoot suit or even a bodice from 1875, the sewing patterns are in Rhode Island.
National
December 26

Cuban President Raul Castro faces deep problems in 2017

Alex Romero was delighted when President Barack Obama came to Havana in March bearing the promise of a bright new future.
National
December 26

Michelle Obama loved fashion and the fashion world loved her

The morning after Michelle Obama's big speech at the Democratic National Convention in 2012, in which she argued passionately for a second term for her husband, designer Tracy Reese's phone was ringing. And ringing.
Variety
December 23

Airport jewelry store giving ex-offenders a leg up

Shoppers perusing the jewelry at a pop-up store in Newark Liberty International Airport's Terminal B can talk to a sales clerk who also made the baubles, but they might be surprised to learn the employee is wearing a different kind of bracelet — the kind that goes around your ankle and tracks your every move.
Celebrities
December 23

Suit: Oscar de la Renta poached Carolina Herrera designer

Upscale fashion company Carolina Herrera is suing rival Oscar de la Renta and a star designer in a New York City breach-of-contract case.
National
December 23

Michelle Obama loved fashion, and fashion loved her back

The morning after Michelle Obama's big speech at the Democratic National Convention in 2012, in which she argued passionately for a second term for her husband, designer Tracy Reese's phone was ringing. And ringing.
Variety
December 23

In icy Alaska, footwear options abound to stay upright

Darrell Bachmann doesn't wear ruby slippers, but when he clicks his heel, something magical happens.
Variety
December 22
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.
National
December 21

Democratic governors warn Congress on health care repeal

Democratic governors Wednesday warned top Republicans in Congress that repealing the Obama health care law would stick states with billions of dollars in costs for providing medical care to residents made newly uninsured.
Variety
December 21

Stephen Curry auctions shoes to benefit Oakland fire victims

Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is auctioning off two special pairs of shoes to raise money for victims of the Oakland warehouse fire.
Variety
December 21

Did Jackie Kennedy anticipate today's image-drunk culture? The makers of 'Jackie' think so

The movie "Jackie," opening Friday, presents Jacqueline Kennedy as prophetic in her thinking on style.
Variety
December 20

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.
Celebrities
December 20
FILE - In this Aug. 3, 2016 file photo, actress Margot Robbie poses fo...

Margot Robbie married? Australian star flashes diamond ring

the ring finger, that is.
Music
December 19

Review: 'Perfume' by Lizzie Ostrom a solid pop culture guide

"Perfume: A Century of Scents" (Pegasus Books), by Lizzie OstromFragrance has always been wrapped in social and economic issues, controversy, memories and history as Lizzie…
Variety
December 16

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

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
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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.