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The Season of Sophisticated Style

Fall 2026 blends luxurious fabrics, elevated basics and modern silhouettes into a wardrobe designed to last well beyond the season. Article by Sarah Knieff As crisp air returns and leaves begin their annual transformation, wardrobes are changing, too. Fall 2026 proves that fashion does not have to shout to make a statement. Instead, the season is defined by thoughtful details, quality craftsmanship and versatile pieces that feel as good as they look. It is a season built around investment...

Home + Design

Bringing Perfection to Edina

Storage space solutions for every room Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Austin Franklin When everything has a place, it cuts down not only on clutter, but also on stress. Searching for things can be incredibly frustrating, especially when one’s short on time.    Perfection Custom Closets has a process that makes creating beautifully organized spaces quick and easy. “We are using technology to always improve our whole process from start to finish,” says owner, Aman Bajwa, who took over...

Style + Beauty

Seeing the Future

How Eyewear Trends Are Changing the Way We Frame Style Article by Sarah Knieff For many people, choosing a new pair of glasses is about much more than improving vision. Eyewear has become an essential part of personal style – an accessory that can express confidence, creativity and individuality. At Owl Optical in Minneapolis, husband-and-wife owners Chris and Julie Hansen have built a reputation for helping clients discover frames that feel as unique as they are. As trends evolve, the...

Life + Culture

Coding, Creating and Connecting

Coder's Clubhouse is helping young innovators build tech skills, confidence and friendships through hands-on STEM experiences. Article by Sarah Knieff | Photography by Bryan Struble In a world where technology shapes nearly every aspect of daily life, one Edina family saw a gap—and decided to fill it. The result is Coder’s Clubhouse, a new STEM-focused learning center that opened its doors in April 2026 with a mission to give kids a place to learn, create, and connect through technology. For...

Life + Culture

Second Chances Start Here

Four Minnesota animal rescues changing lives through compassion, community and countless happy tails Article by Sarah Knieff Every adoption story begins with a second chance, and behind each one is a dedicated team of volunteers, foster families and animal advocates working tirelessly to change lives. Across Minnesota, rescue organizations are doing far more than finding homes for dogs and cats – they're providing medical care, educating communities, supporting pet owners through difficult...

Local Services

Here’s the Scoop

Picking up after your dog is their calling Article by Sue Baldani | Photography by Andrew Vick According to recent statistics, over 50% of U.S. households have at least one dog. Most pet owners consider them part of the family and are willing to provide them with the best care possible.  One responsibility no one likes, though, is picking up after the dog, especially in their backyards. Parents are often busy, and kids don’t want to go near it. Sonja Tengdin knows this well. When her children...

Finance + Legal Services

AskSusan - Monthly Financial Advice Column

There's a critical difference between discipline and complacency in financial planning. Discipline is intentional. It means your strategy is actively helping you reach your goals. Complacency, on the other hand, is automatic—doing the same thing simply because it's familiar.One builds wealth. The other merely maintains the illusion of stability while your life evolves around you.Consistency Builds Wealth—But Only When Strategy Aligns With Your Life The financial strategy that served you...

Life + Culture

Bringing Back the Grandfather Fish

Great Lakes Aquarium’s ambitious sturgeon restoration project is helping revive an ancient species in the St. Louis River Estuary Article by Sarah Knieff Along the shores of the St. Louis River Estuary in Duluth, something remarkable is happening behind the scenes at Great Lakes Aquarium. Inside a specialized stream-side rearing trailer filled with cold river water, thousands of tiny lake sturgeon eggs are beginning a journey that conservationists hope will help restore one of Minnesota’s most...

Life + Culture

The Float Home

How Minnehaha Creek shaped Andrew Vick’s vision of family, culture and connection Article by Sarah Knieff | Photography by Andrew Vick For award-winning Edina photographer Andrew Vick, Minnehaha Creek is more than a scenic backdrop. It is a current running through nearly every part of his life — family, work, creativity, history and home. From the windows of his new Nordic-inspired studio space, Vick watches kayaks drift by in summer and sees smoke curling from backyard saunas in winter...

Finance + Legal Services

Protecting Your Digital and Financial Legacy:

A Guide for the Modern Household Article by Benjamin Beuning, CFP®, CIMA®, MS | Photography by Andrew Vick In today’s landscape where our financial lives are inseparably linked to the digital world, "Online Safety Month" serves as a critical reminder that anybody can be a target of cyber fraud. For families with complex financial lives and multiple lines of credit, the risks can be significantly higher than average.  Online Safety Month puts a spotlight on digital habits—what are the most...