Brighten the winter blues with sweet treats, bright colors, and cozy knits.
Bohemian Baby Keep the little ones warm in this light wool jacket by Mio My Mio. Designed in Denmark with extensive embroidery, an elf hood, and a whimsical lining, its construction and style is unbeatable. $120. Danish Bohemia, 1144 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-8383
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
Flower Power
Violetas, the quintessential candy of Madrid, is made of sugar and violet essence and cast in a botanical shape. The light, sweet taste lasts for a long time and is ideal after a season of bonbons and candy canes. $14. Duetta Fine Finds, 5005 Penn Ave. S., Mpls., 612-929-2325
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
Modern Brights
The season for decking the halls may be over, but that’s no excuse for keeping color out of the home. This set of colored stoneware vases from the American Bungalow collection by Rosanna are inspired by classic midcentury modern design. $58. The Museum Shop at Minneapolis Institute of Arts, 2400 3rd Ave. S., Mpls., 612-870-3100
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
Rings Clear
Cocktail rings have been everywhere the past few seasons, but if you’re not inclined to go all out on the bling, a more modern, iridescent glass version by Phuze may be your style. $75. Corazon, 204 Washington Ave. N., Mpls., 612-333-1662; 4646 E. Lake St., Mpls., 612- 276-0198
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
Monkey Around
Make cozy look cute with a pair of adorable sock-monkey mittens. Lined with warm microfleece, the exterior, made of 100 percent New Zealand wool, and whimsical style releases a little mischief in all of us. $29. Electric Fetus, 2000 4th Ave. S., Mpls., 612-870-9300
Photo by Michael Hendrickson
Degas Pillow
Edgar Degas’s famed impressionist ballerina paintings were known for depicting dancers in the unglamorous environs of a practice hall. This pillow, by local artist Shirley Snell-Storm, is printed with a Degas ballerina warming up her point shoes. The colors are classic, the image sweet and timeless. $125. Three Rooms, Galleria, 952-926-1774
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