Upcoming Events
Takes place in the back parking lot of this row of buildings!
Join us for the inaugural Northeast Vintage Block Party!
On Saturday, September 7, from 11-6pm, we'll be joining our friends and neighbors for the first ever Northeast Vintage Block Party. In the large lot behind the historic buildings that house Moth Oddities, Olio Vintage, The Golden Pearl Vintage and Twelve Vultures, there will be a slew of guest vendors, food and drinks by Gardens of Salonica, tunes by DJ Jake Ryan and hand-drawn portraits by Matthew D'Ascenzo. For more information, check out the Facebook Event Page.
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Twin Cities True Vintage Show
Now a biannual show, Twin Cities True Vintage Show is back with spectacular fall finds from over 40 vendors. With pieces from the 1800s-1970's, this is the best local market for quality vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories, and antique textiles.
Join us Saturday, September 28th at the Progress Center at the State Fair Grounds (1621 Randall Ave, St. Paul, MN). Early Bird Admission is at 10am and General Admission is from 11-5pm. Go to the WEBSITE for tickets and more information.
Past Events
We have events multiple times a year! Here is a selection of some of our favorites.
Back Alley Bazaar
Sunday, August 4, 2024
Throughout the year, as we curate our selection of vintage for the shop, we sometimes come across things that are damaged, but still amazing. We save all of those pieces for a one day, blow-out, garage sale type event behind the shop!
Twin Cities True Vintage Show
Saturday, April 20, 2024
This annual market is in its second year of highlighting and celebrating the best of vintage clothing, jewelry, accessories and textiles from the 1800s - 1970s.Â
We showcased our wares alongside 40+ vendors. Many of the pieces that we bring to this show haven't been available in our storefront. Some unique and delicate antiques have been stored and awaiting the right collector, while other pieces were new to us and sourced specifically for this show!
Pearl After Dark: Sunset at the Pearl Lagoon
Friday, January 27, 2023
For our 7 year anniversary, we transformed the shop into a lush, verdant paradise, poured fanciful cocktails and danced to the live bossa nova music of The Buffalo Function Music Band!
After pausing our celebrations for a couple of years, we brought back our birthday party complete with the crowning of a new Pearl Girl!! The attendee that is voted best dressed received a fabulous prize, the prestige of the Pearl Girl title, and a year long discount!
Back Alley Bazaar
Sunday, August 8, 2021
Throughout the year, as we curate our selection of vintage for the store, we sometimes come across things that are damaged, but still amazing. Or, while laundering and repairing items, we decided that too much work needs to be put into a garment to get it fully up to snuff to make it to the sales floor. All of these items get saved for a blow-out, garage sale type event behind the shop, the Back Alley Bazaar!
Pearl After Dark: Holiday Party
Friday, December 14, 2019
We looked to the early 1960's for inspiration for a cocktail party. No outfit in the 60's was complete without complementing headwear, so we invited out friends at Karen Morris Millinery for a trunk show of her fabulous hats!Â
Our decorations and libations were also straight outta the 60's, with a ridiculous amount of Jello molds and gin punch.
Time After Time: A Vintage Fashion Show
Saturday, September 21, 2019
Rose+Bull is a duo of dynamic creativity promoting sustainable fashion through events and photographic inspiration. We participated in their first event, Time After Time, an inspiring brunch fashion show, with 100% of ticket sales benefitting OutFront MN.Â
Pearl After Dark on the Riviera
Saturday, June 2, 2018
Our second birthday bash had a "Riviera" theme. We became millionaires for the evening, glamorously dressed for an evening of luxurious lounging and a decadent dance party. With fashion illustrations from Claire Ward, catering from Tori 44, and tunes from DJ Superbrush427, we had a blast and crowned our second Pearl Girl!
S'Habiller avec Amour
Saturday, September 29, 2018
As a part of Fashion Week MN, this event was a salon of creatives curating style from local boutiques, vintage, consignment, designer, couture and artisans into unexpected runway looks. Atmospheric vibes of live opera, baroque and lush styles brought us to another world. Our very own Audra and Darling Amelia also modeled in the show!Â
Pearl After Dark: Anniversary Party
Saturday, March 25, 2017
For our first anniversary, we pulled out all the stops to celebrate YOU, our customers. We had performances by MAX of RuPaul's Drag Race, music by French electronic artist Monsieur Adi, fashion illustrations by Claire Ward, food by Drew Thomas Catering and sweet treats by Glam Doll Donuts! We also asked guests to Show us how they integrated your Golden Pearl Vintage finds with your their fabulous style for a chance to win best dressed in our PEARL PAGEANT!
Opening Day!
Wednesday, January 27, 2016
We opened our doors to the public in January of 2016, after 5 months of preparation. We had torn out a dropped ceiling and refurbished the building's original tin ceiling. We tore up layers of carpet and glue to expose the original hardwood floors. We build dressing rooms, display columns, a window display area, painted everything, and brought in all of the carefully curated pieces that Audra had been collecting for 6 months. The result was the bright, calm welcoming space that you see today.