"During the darkest months of the Great Recession, the busy corner of Selby & Snelling Avenues in St. Paul emerged as a shopper’s destination. First, the cities’ fifth outpost of gift and housewares emporium Patina joined corner mainstays including vintage clothing and furniture shops Lula Vintage Wear, Up Six, and Go Vintage. Then came a charming outpost for feminine wares, A. Michele, and a third location of resale shop Everyday People. Add to that the relocation of lingerie shop Flirt Boutique and the antique store The Drawbridge and you have one of the densest, most well-rounded shopping corners in the Twin Cities. While you’re there, check out coffee shops Cosmics Coffee and Cahoots, as well as the all-natural baked goods at Two Smart Cookies...."
