Excuse me? Every single other clothing boutique ever created? Listen up. You're gonna want to hear…read morethis. Because THIS is how you run a women's clothing boutique. Actually, I'm going to write it in bullet form, because I could write an entire "Boutique Making for Dummies" book about this place, but that's long and boring. You're probably already reading this on your phone or at work going "SPIT IT OUT, LADY!" So, I'm gonna spit. Parc Boutique is the epitome of what every single women's boutique/clothing retailer should be: - It stocks a large selection of on-trend, adorable seasonal outfits; and offers them at very reasonable prices. - It hires the friendliest, most helpful employees who aren't just smiley, but who can give you an honest opinion when you're trying to decide between items. - The space itself is clean, bright, and well-designed. Whoever their interior designer is, can you please come over to my house immediately? KTHX. - They always have NEW merch. I can't believe how quickly and frequently they get new stuff in. It's fantastic! - They have a functioning website (which lots of small boutiques can't really support). - They have GREAT social media support (like a beautiful, inspiring Instagram account...it's definitely inspired a few purchases from me!) - They host rad events and trunk shows and open houses all the time! - And they have a great loyalty/rewards program where you get money back after you spend a certain amount of money. I love shopping here because even when I spend more than I "should," I love that it goes back to supporting a local shop instead of a big corporation. Plus, I know there won't be 2,000 other girls in the Twin Cities rocking the SAME look. It's just a really happy place, that stocks a variety of sizes and trends and items (dresses/pants/blouses/scarves/jewelry/shoes/hats/name a thing)! Yeah. I'm just relieved it's in Nordeast and not my neighborhood or I would probably be living out of a tent that I made using their clothes...

I wish that a fashion portal would open when I open my closet each morning. It'd be like Narnia,…read morewithout the lion or the witch... just the wardrobe. I'd just pop in to some awesome store, play dress up and then come back through my wardrobe like the Pevensie children. Anyway, Parc Boutique would definitely be one of my fashion portal stops. I follow the owner Thao on Twitter and Pinterest because she has amazing taste, so I should've known how much I'd like this store. It had been a while since my first visit to Parc (when I was young and broke), so my visit last week felt like the maiden voyage. There's a balance of affordability and higher-fashion style here, which I appreciate because that is a balance I try to find on a daily basis. There's a great selection of dresses, tops, jewelry, denim and more---all priced and curated well. The bauble table was where I had the most trouble saying goodbye. I saw the most interesting geometric pendant priced at about $75 (as usual, my eye wanders to one of the most expensive things on the table). Though I couldn't bring myself to drop the cash, I was compelled to put it on my Christmas list eight months in advance.

Love this store! This store is my go-to store for travel clothing and jewelry gifts…read more I travel internationally for my job, so I need lightweight, easy-care clothing that is inexpensive enough that I don't care if it gets ruined en route. I loved the clothing I bought for my Spain trip so much (I think I wore the elliptical dress no less than 5 times during my trip!) that I sent my co-worker there, as well. She, too, fell in love with the store and stocked up for her travel clothing. Because many of them are synthetics, I never have to iron them, and they pack down well in a suitcase. Plus, I love Stacey's jewelry. It's unique, she has tons of new designs, and they are gorgeous. I buy them as gifts, and (more frequently than I should), for myself! My latest favorite find is a rough sapphire, surrounded by bright crystals. It's on an oxidized silver chain, which is key since my nickel allergy prevents me from wearing cheap metals. In other words, Stacey uses very exquisite materials to produce one-of-a-kind pieces that I'll be wearing for life. Her prices are absolutely within reason, so it's easy for me to buy them as gifts and to stock up on my own jewelry, too.

Very sweet staff and so many great pieces throughout the store! Love the variety of price points…read moretoo. I always find something in here and love supporting a local store.

Good variety of costume and production attire Entrance is in…read morethe back of the building. If you think you maybe are going the wrong way you are on the right path.

HOLY COSTUMES, Batman! I live nearby, so I had seen their signs, but never went in this place until…read moretoday. I had no idea what to expect, as it wasn't even listed on Yelp yet, but it has been open since February of 2022. OMG IT'S HUGE. They do costume rentals. The staff is really nice and helpful. I get the feeling this is a labor of love, as the woman who owns it is a theatrical costume designer. She said they bought out the stock from Theatrical Costume Company downtown (which I believe had bought out the stock from the old Teener's Theatricals, if anyone remembers that place) when they went out of business during the pandemic. If you are looking for a costume, check here first. They have an amazing selection and very knowledgeable staff. I will definitely be back often.

Love this boutique! Creative unique clothing. The staff are very knowledgeable about their styles…read moreand expert at knowing what suits me

Stopped in while adventuring in the area. The product offerings are pretty unique, everything looks…read morehandmade and the prices are a bit higher end as well. We were told that the layout was color coded which is neat. They have clothes, jewelry, accessories, trinkets and more. They do have dressing rooms to try on items as well. It's generally a unique boutique but worth checking out if adventuring out in the area.

4.5/5 I've been here…read morea few times over the years and I usually try to stop in when they have a popup going on, otherwise it's extremely quiet. I usually pick up some chocolates and bathbombs for myself, their items don't change very much.

This is such a sweet store. I don't know what I love more, the vegan chocolate, the plants, or the…read morePaws & Claws lending library. There's always something I want to take home. I love going there when they host pop-ups for local vegan bakers (and the vegan food drives). They really invest in the community.

This boutique is so darling, and with a great mission!…read more MISSION: 5 stars for the mission. They offer internships, business experience, and more for the East African women in this non-profit's youth program. LOCATION: They're near U of M West Bank on the corner, and they have parking in the back behind the building. SPACE: It's a smaller space, but unlike other consignment shops it makes visiting digestible! It's one main room and then a bargain rack in the hall. VARIETY: I will say it's more skewed to smaller sized with not a ton of L and XL offerings, and perhaps a skew to basics and a younger crowd, but definitely still worth a look through! PRICES: Everything is under $12 - in the entire place! You can find many things for under $5 even. A great bargain, and you know your money is going to a great cause.

At first I was a bit nervous about shopping here because I'm a trans person who doesn't fully pass…read moreas a woman, but nobody questioned my right to shop there, and I got a very nice dress for only $10.

Um...WHOA?! I've…read moreheard about this store from friends before, but thought it was just a fancy menswear store. Well boy, was I wrong. I stopped in a few days before Christmas, and I actually had a few things yet I wanted to get my grandpa, so this worked out great. At the entrance - and throughout the store - I found free hot coffee, tea, refreshments, cookies, and treats. Maybe it's just a holiday thing but I loved the hospitality. The space is HUGE - so much more than clothes! I had no idea. They have: - books and coffee table books - a whole room dedicated to perfume/cologne and scents - a whole area for cocktail-related gifts - home decor, tableware, and interior decor items - kitschy smaller giftables that were organized by theme (work/office, hosting, etc.) - menswear and womenswear - jewelry - candles - and so much more! I genuinely believe you can walk in here and be sure to find something for anyone on your gifting list. The service was incredible: lots of welcomes and greetings, and staff there to help you if you need it. Oh, they even have a room you can reserve while shopping?! FANCY!

I am part of a large, semi-formal wedding in Atlanta. The function is laden with "pomp and…read morecircumstance" that might give me hives. However, a close friend is diving in for his third, and I applaud his happiness. I won't wear a tuxedo, but I needed to have a suit made that would make the bride and the 400 attendees comfortable. The bride already told me not to don a fedora or pink sneakers, although I wanted to. Todd Fliginger at Martin Patrick took me under his wing. Todd is amazingly kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. He sent swatches to Milwaukee before we moved to Minneapolis. Tailors were brought in, especially the master tailor Robert, not only to measure, but also to have me try on different designers' pieces to see what would fit well. I am a difficult fit, with a body more like a penguin than a human. That's what a custom tailor in NYC told me. However, I don't nosh on Krill. Todd and Robert took hours to get a correct fit and guaranteed that I would look good. Todd even saved me several hundred dollars off the original quote. ADDENDUM: My suit arrived, and it looked amazing. A few alterations are required to ensure a perfect fit, but that's it. I had a suit made on Savile Row in London that cost more than three times this suit's price, and it did not fit as well. This store should be on every list of Minneapolis's sightseeing highlights. It is akin to a design museum. Everything at Martin Patrick--furniture and furnishings--is for sale, and they're all amazing! Martin Patrick 3 is down-to-earth sophistication, with a NYC or Parisian vibe. Yet, the staff is Midwest empathetic. It is a Minneapolis treasure, as is Todd. I might not be looking forward to this wedding, but at least I know I will look my best.

How lucky is Hugo to have such a great store! Local artists and makers showcased in a beautifully…read moredesigned store. Kind staff members that are always available to help. Reasonably priced. And they always go above and beyond to help wrap items you may need. My absolute go to place for gifts.

Stopped by this cute little shop in the Hugo Mall. Lots of nice things inside to look at and…read morepossibly buy. They will be open everyday now thur Christmas. If you're looking for something special for someone maybe stop by you may find it. My daughter found a cute sticker for a friend.

I have for years greatly appreciated Khazana for the ambience of the store that is like opening a…read moredoorway to another land, the beautiful items offered, the graciousness and engagement of the owners and the attitude they have towards supporting Indian artisans with a reasonable wage for their work. Now I have a very special story to add that becomes a wholehearted recommendation for this store and the family who runs it. The story: I have a friend in Mumbai who runs a daycare for children of all castes. Neena has been determined to see that the children - and especially girls - of low social-economic classes get an education. She has sent me gorgeous photos of her children: beaming faces, big brown eyes, dark skin and hair, playing and learning. But all the baby dolls the girls held were blonde and blue-eyed as Neena was unable to find dolls who resemble her children. Familiar with the research that tells us how devastating such a mismatch is to the self-esteem of young children, I was motivated to find a solution. When I searched websites for appropriate dolls, I found lots of fine Native American and African American dolls, but few that look East Indian. I took the possibilities to the Kataria family who kindly and carefully selected those dolls that would mirror the looks of the girls and boys who would hold them. And on their latest trip to Mumbai, they filled their suitcases with theses gorgeous dolls to deliver to Neena. Thus, The folks at Khazana have made a very special dream come true for Neena, for her daycare kids and for me.

This is an Amazing place for your gift shopping! So many unique items! Great customer service!read more

We stopped by yesterday in hopes of checking out the Somali museum downstairs; however it was…read moreclosed for the 4th of July. So we walked around the food court area, most of the stalls were closed. I appreciated the variety of eateries available. We spent time browsing the mini grocery area, where they sell various interesting items such as honey comb and Turkish delight. My friend bought dried chamomile flowers in bulk to make tea. It was only a quarter the price of buying chamomile tea bags! In the building were some interesting art sculptures. I really like mixed use spaces like this.

The epitome of a food hall ... the midtown global market has been in south Minneapolis for years…read more While it's awhile since my last visit it's definitely still a staple and offers something for everyone from around the globe. There are various food stalls, convenience like stores and sweets galore there is also a bar on the lake street entrance side. If you are ever in the area check it out!