The days are getting shorter, but many Minnesotans dream of hanging onto summer. You can, with these fragrant and gorgeous floral finds. From cosmetics to room scents, fashion accessories to flower-powered footwear, you’re going to want to add these beautifully blooming elements to your end-of-summer shopping bag and extend our short summer season all the way through the year.
Flower Child
An updated spin on a ’70s look in hair accessories. Very chic and very summer. From Pink Pewter Hair Accessories. $15-$60. Available at Salon Lili, 3464 Galleria; 952.935-5000; salonlili.com
Pretty in Pink
Stock up on a variety of Kevyn Aucoin lip colors. Fun fact: the Expert Lip Color shades contain an extra moisturizing wild mango butter to help heal dry lips. Starting at $24. Available at Salon Lili, 3464 Galleria; 952.935-5000; salonlili.com
Summer Scents
The floral-patterned Voluspa Japonica candle collection smells like a summer garden and comes in fun tin options for outdoor living. $8-$24. Available at Salon Lili, 3464 Galleria; 952.935-5000; salonlili.com
In the Bag
Carry a bouquet of flowers everywhere with a floral-inspired Designer’s Guild makeup bag, starting at $25. Or indulge in a bloom-inspired Ted Baker tote, wallet or clutch, starting at $60. Available at A La Mode Boutique and Nail Spa, 3928 W. 50th St., 952.300-2642; alamodenails.com
Wrapped in Love
Donni Charm summer scarves are printed with an angel wing in remembrance of those loved and lost. This lightweight accessory encircles you with inspiration and style. $89. Available at A La Mode Boutique and Nail Spa, 3928 W. 50th St., 952.300-2642; alamodenails.com
Floral Feet
Take summer back to school with a pair of floral sneakers for $350 and an assortment of floral-patterned socks at $15 each. Available at Pumpz and Co. 3335 Galleria, 952.926.2252; pumpzco.com
Petal-Soft
Tuck a tube of Library of Flowers hand cream into
your purse for extra conditioning and hydration anytime. $24 Available
at A La Mode Boutique and Nail Spa, 3928 W. 50th St., 952.300-2642;
alamodenails.com
