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Calamity Janes

by Kara Nesvig
Published May 4, 2010
A new fashion collective hits the runway with Calamity!, their first big production.
The Fashionista is in - Advice before heading out

The Fashionista is in – Advice before heading out

by Kara Nesvig
Published May 3, 2010
It's the Fashionista's last column. Here's her tried-and-true college lessons.
PHOTO COURTESY UNIQUE ART PENDANTS

The wonderful world of Etsy

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 28, 2010
A&E finds the best Twin Cities designers on the crafty site, with plenty of suggestions for Mother’s Day.
The Fashionista is in - Walk of Shame Survival Guide

The Fashionista is in – Walk of Shame Survival Guide

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 26, 2010
Look pretty after a wild night and no one will be the wiser.

Solving a mystery with the Harty Boys

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 21, 2010
Those with a fondness for the Hardy Boys of yore, head to Bryant Lake Bowl this weekend.

The Fashionista is in – Fashion Week

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 14, 2010
Events to hit up during this week of style.
Battle of the bánh mi

Battle of the bánh mi

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 14, 2010
Café Kem vs. Bun Mi — who comes out on top?

The baby-sitters are back

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 14, 2010
The recent resurgence in the beloved YA fiction of our youth has twentysomething girls clamoring for more BSC.
From Jeremy Messersmiths Twitter

Local Celebrity Twitters

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 7, 2010
Love Twitter or hate it, these are the best Twin Cities tweets to follow.

The Fashionista is in – Talking Beauty with Beauty Bets

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 5, 2010
Former mag editor Elizabeth Dehn on cosmetics necessary for college

Cooking with in-season ingredients

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 31, 2010
Get out that grill and eat fresh, in style.
PHOTO COURTESY RICOCHET KITCHEN

An art party with a bang

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 31, 2010
After a hiatus, multi-media extravaganza Ricochet Kitchen is back at The Bedlam.

The Fashionista is in – Spring Beauty

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 30, 2010
Essentials for updating your makeup bag.

ROBOTLove is movin’ on up

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 26, 2010
Geek-chic boutique relocates to the north side to merge with Pink Hobo and PUNY Entertainment.
PHOTO COURTESY MUTE RECORDS

Review: She & Him, Goldfrapp

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 25, 2010
Zooey is back with M. Ward, and possibly better than ever, while the Brit poppers try to get a bit too serious.
Cake Eater creators Emily Harris and Sheela Namakkal
PHOTO COURTESY KATE IVERSON

Let them eat (Surly-flavored?) cake

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 24, 2010
The dish on the haute cuisine tastemakers at the soon-to-open Cake Eater Bakery
Black Rebel Motorcycle Club visit First Ave. this weekend. PHOTO COURTESY TESSA ANGUS

Weekend Culture Compass – “Wizard of Oz” and Black Rebel Motorcycle Club

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 23, 2010
A&E plans your weekend. You're welcome.
Local photographer Jenn Cress tells A&E about Paris fashion week.

The Fashionista is in – Profile: Jennifer Cress

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 23, 2010
Globetrotting local fashion photographer gives me the scoop on her work from Minnesota to Paris.

Guest sexpert Robyne Robinson, at your service

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 10, 2010
Dr. Date hands some sex q’s over to our hottest local news anchor.
PHOTO COURTESY BEN CLARK

The “Yo Gabba Gabba!” dance train makes a stop in Mpls.

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 10, 2010
There's a party in our city!

Fashionista beauty endorsements: Spring 2010

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 9, 2010

 Hello darlings! Can you believe my makeup-obsessed self completely neglected to endorse anything for winter? I can't! So, without further ado, here's my list of passionate loves for springtime, which...

The Fashionista is in - Oscar dish

The Fashionista is in – Oscar dish

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 8, 2010
Who soared and who tanked at the 2010 ceremony.
The fashionista is in - DIY: Spring Break Bronze

The fashionista is in – DIY: Spring Break Bronze

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 3, 2010
The fashionista's guide to a safe, sunless tan.
Ms. Handler and Chunk.
PHOTO COURTESY GRAND CENTRAL PUBLISHING

Turning the pages with Chelsea Handler

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 3, 2010
More stories about mini-horses, slumlord dads and tropical vacations straight from Handler's pottymouth.
Non-infected residents of Ogden Marsh survey the damage.
PHOTO COURTESY OVERTURE STUDIOS.

They’ve got “The Crazies,” and you should too

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 27, 2010
Trade brain-eating for government conspiracies and we've got a gore-fest we can get behind.
Oberstar with Michelle Kwan, who had a cameo in the remake of “Ice Castles.”
PHOTO COURTESY MOLLY OBERSTAR

U student acts in ice skating film

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 25, 2010
Molly Oberstar takes her skates out for the "Ice Castles" remake.

Fro-yo war: Fru-Lala vs. DIY

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 24, 2010
The ultimate battle for frozen yogurt domination wages on.

Get smart on campus with Trivia Mafia

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 17, 2010
Preston's Urban Pub brings the city’s trivia buffs to Seven Corners.
PHOTO COURTESY SHAWN VRIEZEN

All-deaf cast takes on “Vagina Monologues” at the Ritz

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 17, 2010
Get used to the word "vagina," 'cause you'll be reading it a lot below.
The Fashionista is in - Alexander McQueen: A Tribute

The Fashionista is in – Alexander McQueen: A Tribute

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 15, 2010
Remembering the late, great designer.
GAULTIER FOR TARGET

The Fashionista is in – Designer lines at Target

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 10, 2010
Jean Paul Gaultier and Zac Posen can soon be in your red cart.

Last minute valentine’s day guide for the ladies

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 10, 2010
Whether you're single or taken, here are ways to keep your Feb. 14 glam and girly.
PHOTO COURTESY OHNOTHEYDIDNT

The Fashionista is in – Fashion marketing

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 7, 2010
Send me your shopping habits and I'll analyze the data.
PHOTO COURTESY HOLLYWOOD RECORDS

Baby Jonas goes it alone

by Kara Nesvig
Published February 4, 2010
Does Nick have merit sans siblings?
Minne Tonka helps make the Midwest best in Burlesque.
PHOTO COURTESY MINNIE TONKA

The art of the tease

by Kara Nesvig
Published January 27, 2010
The ladies (and gentlemen) of Best of the Midwest Burlesk serve up a striptease with a wink.
PHOTO COURTESY ID MAGAZINE

The Fashionista is in – Models 101

by Kara Nesvig
Published January 25, 2010
Fashion faces you should know.
PHOTO COURTESY UNIVERSAL RECORDS

Put the guitar down, Lil Wayne

by Kara Nesvig
Published January 20, 2010
The Birdman Jr. should be well advised to stop his rock career right about now.
PHOTO COURTESY RDUJOUR

The Fashionista is in – New York Shopping and Golden Globes

by Kara Nesvig
Published January 20, 2010
What delivered and who disappointed.
Oh no! Prince Naveen needs a princess kiss to transform back into a real boy.
PHOTO COURTESY DISNEY

Disney’s New Orleans fairy tale fails to enchant

by Kara Nesvig
Published December 11, 2009
Though the animation is lovely, "The Princess and the Frog" leaves us wanting.

Winter break workouts

by Kara Nesvig
Published December 9, 2009
Where to go to shed that holiday poundage.
PHOTO SOURCE SEQUINS AND BANGLES

The fashionista is in – get that holiday glow.

by Kara Nesvig
Published December 9, 2009
The best tricks for looking classy but still glitzy at your holiday parties.
Weekend Culture Compass - Mates of State, Lookbook and Christmas stuff

Weekend Culture Compass – Mates of State, Lookbook and Christmas stuff

by Kara Nesvig
Published December 9, 2009
A&E plans your weekend. You're welcome.

My picks for best of the decade — Kara

by Kara Nesvig
Published December 3, 2009

I spent most of the 2000s in a teeny tiny town up near Fargo, population approx. 243. The only way we got "indie" music was from "The O.C." soundtrack.   My Personal Favorite Movies...

Top journalistic start-ups of the 2000s

by Kara Nesvig
Published December 2, 2009
The Internet mixed up the field, and local writers took charge of the changing times.
PHOTO COURTESY BABBLE.COM

The hot list

by Kara Nesvig
Published December 2, 2009
This decade’s sexiest ladies and gentlemen.
PHOTO COURTESY SEPHORA

The Fashionista is in – Holiday shopping guide

by Kara Nesvig
Published December 1, 2009
Gifts your family and friends.
PHOTO COURTESY NEXTMODELMANAGEMENT.COM

The Fashionista is in — News update

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 24, 2009
What’s happening in the world of fashion.

Holiday party DIY

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 24, 2009
A&E’s guide to throwing a party that doesn't involve a beer pong table.
PHOTO COURTESY HARPERCOLLINS

Interview: Mary Karr

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 18, 2009
In the midst of her book tour, poet/memoirist Mary Karr chats with A&E about her new tome, “Lit.”

The dish on Gastro Non Grata

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 18, 2009
An all-night party of local food, booze and bands courtesy two well-cultured dudes.
Hobble skirt. PHOTO COURTESY LIBRARY.THINKQUEST.ORG

The Fashionista is in – A short history of fashion

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 16, 2009
Hey, it might come in handy some time.

The Fashionista is in — Waste your time fashionably

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 16, 2009
Send your mouse to these chic sites.
PHOTO COURTESY FEROCITER JEWELRY

Shop local design at Shoppe Local

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 11, 2009
The owners of Patina open a location that features only local designers.
PHOTOS COURTESY EMILY BRYNGELSON

Designer profile: Tender Cuts

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 11, 2009
A&E talks to student Emily Bryngelson about her juicily-named clothing line.
Amelia Laura Franceschi.

The Fashionista is in – On the street

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 4, 2009
Kara snaps pictures of stylish U students.
You are (and you write) what you eat

You are (and you write) what you eat

by Kara Nesvig
Published November 4, 2009
The ins & outs of food writing, straight from the pros.
Cinnamon Janzer.

[Photo]

Cinnamon Janzer.

Alexandra Baldwin and Adrian Pansch.

[Photo]

Alexandra Baldwin and Adrian Pansch.

New Britney video “3” premieres

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 30, 2009

 BRITNEY JEAN SPEARS. Why can't you dance? I'm sick of this parading around, that's not dancing. Where are you, "Slave 4 U" Brit? Your body is awesome, your hair is not an obvious...

First-rate pasta comes to the North Loop

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 28, 2009
Celebrated chef unveils his latest venture: Exquisite noodles.
Designer profile: Kathryn V

Designer profile: Kathryn V

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 28, 2009
U student Kathryn Sterner tells A&E the ins and outs of local fashion.
PHOTO COURTESY ZIMBIO.COM

The Fashionista is in – Recreating celeb looks

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 22, 2009
Yeah, we're all poor. But we can still copy designer looks.
Kings takes the crown

Kings takes the crown

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 21, 2009
This S. Mpls. restaurant/wine bar may have created the best tater tots on earth.

Shopping St. Paul

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 14, 2009
Where to stop and spend in the other twin city.

Fashionista beauty endorsements: October

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 9, 2009

 Another month, another batch of beauty products/services I've given the A-OK to and therefore, so should you.  I'm fresh off a lovely (and relatively painless) brow wax at Miyagi salon...

Coco (Audrey Tautou) in self-designed costume.
PHOTO COURTESY SONY PICTURES CLASSICS

Behind the seams of Chanel

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 7, 2009
Coco Chanel’s life pre-fashion house is engrossing, but this biopic fails to deliver all the goods.
The Fashionista is in - Jumping the gun for spring 2010

The Fashionista is in – Jumping the gun for spring 2010

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 7, 2009
A quick trend round-up of what’s on the runway.
Guilty pleasures from Hell’s Kitchen

Guilty pleasures from Hell’s Kitchen

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 7, 2009
Now you can save yourself from dastardly damnation by perusing the downtown eatery’s cookbook. A&E even gleaned a recipe for their ham and pear crisp sandwich.
stTapHouse

Sweet cocktails, pin-up girls at Lyndale Tap House

by Kara Nesvig
Published October 7, 2009
New Uptown gastropub specializes in pit beef, cheeky décor.
The fashionista is in - Fashion folks to know

The fashionista is in – Fashion folks to know

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 30, 2009
An intro to the movers and shakers in the fashion world.

Store opening: BlackBlue

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 30, 2009
The chic new boutique opens its doors on Selby Ave.
24-year-old Naturi Naughton plays high schooler Denise in 2009s version of Fame. PHOTO COURTESY MGM

“Fame” flops

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 27, 2009
This remake attempts to modernize the seminal 1980 version but instead just disappoints with Disney-fied glitter.
PHOTO COURTESY VINCENT PICTURES

Barrymore’s roller derby debut

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 23, 2009
Directed by Drew Barrymore, “Whip It ” is hip, girly fun.
Your guide to MNfashion Week

Your guide to MNfashion Week

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 23, 2009
The best events to see and be seen at.
Designer Profile: Emma Berg

Designer Profile: Emma Berg

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 23, 2009
MPLSart director and local style standout Berg prepares to showcase new fashion line.

A quick, albeit late VMA reaction update from Kara & John

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 14, 2009

 We're too stunned by the beauty and wonder that was Gaga's performance to even blog about anything else, so we'll leave you with a few reactions. "My life dream is to become half-Beyonce, half-robot."...

PHOTO COURTESY ROADSIDE ATTRACTIONS

Prada-wearing “devil” Anna Wintour is surprisingly likable

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 13, 2009
Vogue documentary "The September Issue" shows another side of Anna.

Miles Mendenhall gallery opening at Fox Tax tomorrow night

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 11, 2009

 Local artist Miles recently graduated from the U and is now showing his first solo exhibit of modern, geometric patterns at Fox Tax Gallery (foxtaxservice.com/gallery/) The pieces speak...

Fashionista beauty endorsements: Fall 09

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 10, 2009

 Hope the third day of school is going as smoothly as the first two (probably) did for all of you. Me, I don't have class MWF, so I have lots of time to spend browsing local stores, trying out new...

ScarJo & Pete Yorn team up – and score.

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 9, 2009
The pair's collaboration, 'The Break Up,' isn't as bad as it logically should be.
The luminous ladies of La Nouvelle Femme
PHOTO COURTESY LA NOUVELLE FEMME

Interview: La Nouvelle Femme ladies

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 9, 2009
A&E chats with members from the all-girl artist collective about their second annual show.
PHOTO COURTESY RANDOM HOUSE

Inside the Collyer brothers’ mansion

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 9, 2009
E.L. Doctorow’s new novel is a national treasure
The Fashionista is in

The Fashionista is in

by Kara Nesvig
Published September 8, 2009
No-no's for back-to-school style.

“Time Traveler’s Wife” caught in Hollywood ether

by Kara Nesvig
Published August 11, 2009
Wooden acting, stilted dialogue and an awful screenplay keep this film lackluster.

Help Jake Rudh represent MPLS on “Mad Men”

by Kara Nesvig
Published August 9, 2009

 Transmission DJ and former A&E profile Jake Rudh is in the top-10 running for a walk-on role on AMC's uber-popular "Mad Men." Jake loves the show and is hosting the Aug....

John Hughes dies

by Kara Nesvig
Published August 6, 2009

John Hughes, director of "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," "Pretty in Pink," "Sixteen Candles," "Breakfast Club," among others, and produced/wrote...

Nickelodeon wipes away the slime logo

by Kara Nesvig
Published August 2, 2009

 The beloved "splat" Nickelodeon logo of our childhoods is no more. First Camp Snoopy, now Nickelodeon's more "streamlined" look - what's next, Sesame Street? Let's...

Talking style with DJ Jake & some more from Glamorama

by Kara Nesvig
Published July 29, 2009

 Here's a little bit with Jake that didn't make the print version. ME: You're a stylish guy; do any musicians have influence on that style? Easily. Bryan Ferry of Roxy Music and David Bowie,...

JCPenney creates clothing I actually like?!?!

by Kara Nesvig
Published July 25, 2009

 What is the world coming to? I'm attracted to designs from the mall store of all mall stores, JCPenney? I hate JCPenney! I haven't been in the store since I quit wearing...

Fashionista special report: skin saving at Uptown Dermatology

by Kara Nesvig
Published July 24, 2009

 I have a confession to make: this fashionista has bad skin, and I'm finally so tired of these stupid zits that I made an appointment at the Uptown Dermatology & SkinSpa. (1221...

More with Eclecticoiffeur

by Kara Nesvig
Published July 15, 2009

Here's a little one-on-one I did with the ladies that was a teeeeeny bit too big to make it into the print version. DI -Where does your inspiration come from?  We like to tell stories about our...

More with “Pill Head”‘s author Joshua Lyon

by Kara Nesvig
Published July 13, 2009

[on rehab] I went to rehab in MN and I packed shorts and tee shirts, froze my ass off! I liked the city a lot, we had outings, so I did get a chance to see a bit of the city. It seems a little...

I gave up on the Gosselins, but. . .

by Kara Nesvig
Published July 13, 2009

 I used to be a "Jon & Kate Plus 8" fan. Well, to suit the changing times and their impending divorce, I've decided now I am a "Kate + 8" fan, but I refuse...

Scott Seekins changes to white suits on Sunday at Nick & Eddie–you should do the same

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 20, 2009

 John & I are totally obsessed with local artist Scott Seekins. You probably know who he is subconsciously, since he walks around town more than I do. Read John's story in A&E...

MORE with Bob Gruen–the Alice Cooper beer plane, climbing mountains with the Clash

by Kara Nesvig
Published April 9, 2009

You have taken very enduring photographs of some figures who have since passed away, like [Sex Pistols bassist] Sid Vicious and [New York Dolls/Heartbreakers member] Johnny Thunders. What can you tell...

Fashionista special report: beauty endorsements

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 31, 2009

I looove to introduce people to new beauty products, perfumes, and stores, even if that means they'll swipe them from me. It's OK, it's called sharing the wealth. So, without further ado, and to hopefully...

Fashionista special report: do good with your denim

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 28, 2009

 The ladies at one of my favorite local boutiques, Covered, are hosting a charity denim event through tomorrow and I encourage all of you to participate--do you have any old designer jeans (defined...

Kittens Inspired by Kittens girl is from Edina. Who knew?

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 16, 2009

 Yeah, yeah, yeah, we all thought that "Kittens inspired by kittens" YouTube video was sooo funny and sooo weird and wacky like three weeks ago, and we're mostly all over it.(However,...

Worldwide premiere of Britney’s “If You Seek Amy”

by Kara Nesvig
Published March 12, 2009

Here's the video for Britney's third single off "Circus," the cleverly-titled "If You Seek Amy." She looks good, duh.   www.britney.com/us/blog/worldwide-video-premiere-if-u-seek-amy

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