Hip in Detroit's Picks for the Weekend: July 26-28, 2024

Friday, July 26th - Sunday, July 28th - Stroh Down @ Outer Limits: Head to Hamtramck for three days of live music and all of the Stroh's you can handle at the Stroh Down at Outer Limits! Over 20 bands are on the bill, including Sugar Tradition, Fen Fen, Eck!, and Checker, just to name a few. $15 gets you in the door each night and the music starts at 7 p.m. all three days. Check out the full lineup for the weekend here.

Friday, July 26th - The Lucid Furs @ The Old Miami: The Lucid Furs hit the stage at The Old Miami this Friday night! Joining them are De3ra from Nashville and The Gashounds. This will be a great show, plus The Old Miami has one of the best backyards in the city! Cover is $5 and 21+ are welcome. Doors open at 9 p.m.

Saturday, July 27th - Canfield Street Fair: Head down to the Cass Corridor this Saturday afternoon for the Canfield Street Fair! Shop local while you enjoy pop-ups and live entertainment at the businesses on Canfield, including Bon Bon Bon, City Bird, Nest, Third Man, and Shinola. Activities include: 

At City Bird and Nest: A drop-in Indigo Dye workshop on the patio with Rosemarine Textiles from 1-4pm and a fun popup from Porcelinen!

At Third Man Records: DJ Alr!ght spinning vinyl live on the Third Man Patio, cornhole on the patio & 10% off in-store!

At Shinola: Milk & Froth serving ice cream on the patio!

At Bon Bon Bon: a fun pop-up from Blank Slate Creamery!

Plus there will be giveaways too! The fun goes from noon - 5 p.m.

~C

Shop Online with Local Metro Detroit Shops

Need something? Consider shopping locally before you order off Amazon. Many local shops have transitioned to online stores and can ship something out to you much faster than the conglomerate who is pushing all non-essential shipments back as far as a month. Plus, you will be purchasing from a small local retailer who really needs your help to get through these trying times. Many local shops are offering sales and discounts too! Here is a list of Metro Detroit shops that you can shop right from your couch during COVID-19.

Coup D'état- Vibrant, eclectic women's lifestyle boutique offering apparel, accessories + more from independent designers.

Rouge Makeup and Nail Studio- Organic makeup and beauty from Eve Organics shipped right to your door.

City Bird/Nest- Michigan-themed products as well as housewares, jewelry, stationery, paper goods, apparel, accessories, and home decor by hundreds of independent artists and designers.
Free shipping on orders over $50

Modern Natural Baby- All things baby
Curb Side Pick up
Free Shipping over $35

Bath Savvy- Soaps, shower bombs and all sorts of self-care.

Sign up for their email to save $

Good Neighbor- Free Shipping on orders of $100+

ZMC Pharmacy- They carry everything from disinfectant wipes to face wash. You can shop off their Instagram by seeing something you want and calling it in. Then you can pick it up curbside without having to get close to anyone. They are also a local pharmacy.

Green Daffodil- Handmade soy candles, lotion, lip balm, and soap, plus a full line gift shop with greeting cards, kitchenware, linens, jewelry, books, vintage and more!

Love Candles and Creations- Hand poured soy candles and hand crafted bath and body goods all made with LOVE.

Refuge Skate Shop- Refuge is a 100% Skateboarder Run & Operated shop that has been serving the Metro Detroit area since 2002.

Bird Bee- We curate nothing but unique, quality items that we would wear ourselves.

Lean on Lulu-Leon & Lulu offers one-of-a-kind & custom furniture, as well as a spectacular selection of gifts, books, toys, accessories, and women’s clothing.

~S

A Peep Inside City Bird

Photo borrowed from City Bird's Facebook Page

Over the last few weeks we have been popping into some of our favorite local shops to see what they have inside their shops for the holiday shopping season. We know how important it is to #shoplocal during the holidays, so we hope that we can encourage you to give these awesome Metro Detroit shops a shot.

This week we stopped into City Bird, a unique gift shop owned and operated by co-owners Andy and Emily Linn, that features a collection of curated items that they have gathered. The company began in 2005 and opened this flagship store in 2009 before expanding into home goods and opening another shop next store called Nest in 2011. Both locations feature works from local artists, including Rebel Nell, Make.Do.Studio, and Cellar Door. There is something for everyone n a wide variety of prices. This includes one of the largest handmade card selections that we have ever seen. Stop in to get everything from stocking suffers to main gifts this holiday season!

~S

Celebrate the First Day of Fall in Midtown

This Saturday, businesses throughout Midtown will fill the streets to celebrate the first day of fall. Dear Fall: Love, Midtown is a one day event that will feature sidewalk sales, live entertainment, food, and lots of fun. The event will kick off at noon and will run until 8 p.m. Over 30 businesses throughout Midtown will open their doors and head out into the streets, with sales and fun activities for people of all ages. Plus, dogs are welcome too! Check out the full list of the day's activities below:

1. 8 Degrees Plato Detroit - Live music and Oktoberfest beers on tap.

2. Artloft - Sidewalk tent featuring fall specials, treats and music.

3. Avalon International Breads - Harvest Bowling on the patio with a food drive to support Forgotten Harvest.

4. Blossoms Midtown - Community visit with a local mounted division officer, fall floral arrangements, and refreshments.

5. Bolero Latin Cuisine - Sangria and tapas on the patio with live music.

6. The Bottom Line Coffee House - Live music in the afternoon with drink specials.

7. Cass Cafe - Live music on the patio and fall chef specials.

8. Cass Collective Detroit - DIY fall-scented body scrub with E. Rose Touch of Elegance, sampling of wine and cider, and promotions.

9. Cass Corridog - Activities including “Ask the Trainer”, free nail trimming, toy demonstrations, treat samples, and a doggie Ice Cream Social. Raffles and prizes throughout the day.

10. City Bird / Nest - Music with the Post Imperial Jazz Band, fall sales, food tastings and pop-ups throughout the day.

11. Detroit Shipping Company - Live music and pop-up brewery specials.

12. Flo Boutique Co. - Flo Fall Fashion Challenge (winner receives a prize!) and autumn fashion tips with live mannequins.

13. Founders Taproom - Detroit - Special tappings of KBS, Blushing Monk, and more, grilled seasonal fare, yard games, live DJ sets on the patio from 2-6pm, and school supply drive for grades 9 through 12.

14. Fresh101 - Savory Buddha Bowls, harvest smoothie bowls, and a vegan soul-Caribbean pop-up by Paradise Foods. Sounds by international DJ/Producers.

15. Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company - Live music on the patio, harvest food and drink specials with Great Blake’s Coffee Cider.

16. Jolly Pumpkin Pizzeria and Brewery Detroit - Harvest themed food and drink specials.

17. La Feria Detroit - Fall wine tasting of 3 Spanish wines paired with 3 Spanish cheeses perfect for the Autumn Palate.

18. Le Petit Zinc - Specials featuring a ratatouille crepe and squash soup.

19. Little High Flyers - Interactive music sessions with Melissa Sigh (2pm).

20. Nora - Celebrate the first birthday of the ‘4 Detroit’ cookbook with a raffle of gift cards to our partner restaurants. Samples of wines and Gold Cash Gold’s truffle honey.

21. Pure Detroit - Enjoy an s’mores roasting station and s’mores kits with every purchase.

22. Sfumato Fragrances / Castalia - Celebrate the 5-year anniversary with music, Taku Taku food pop-up, new drinks, and the release of a custom gin created with Detroit City Distillery.

23. Shinola - Cider & doughnuts, pumpkin painting for kids and a floral workshop.

24. Slows To Go - Launch of a new seasonal sauce.

25. Source Booksellers - Activities throughout the day including yoga, mini tastings of recipes from the book Coconuts and Collard Greens, and an evening Annual Fall Equinox conversation.

26. Third Man Records Cass Corridor - Live music, shopping and promos.

27. Third Wave Music - Live folk, blues and traditional music performances throughout the day. Libby DeCamp performs from 3-4pm with Jerry Dreams from 6-7pm.

28. Traffic Jam & Snug - Food and drink specials, behind the scenes restaurant tour including kitchen, bakery, dairy, brewery and rooftop garden.

29. Treat Dreams Midtown - Special doughnut sundae with cider sauce and a pop-up tent with Blossoms florists.

30. Tulani Rose - Sidewalk sale and pop-up dessert cafe featuring The Blakery and a musical celebration honoring the 92nd birthday of master musician, John Coltrane.

31. Union Street Detroit - Harvest Chef features with an extended happy hour.

32. Will Leather Goods - Fall shopping and a pop-up floral truck with Pot + Box.

33. Willis Show Barr - Special outdoor performances with The Heavy Petters, tunes spun by The Dapper DJ, Marianna Vermiglio & Willa Rae, and local vendors including Hustler’s Wife, The Standard Detroit, Quetarshe Textile Company, Sonic Juju, Detroit Friends Potato Chips, Cyntsational Popcorn & Detroit Gourmet Nut Company, a special “Dear Fall” Cocktail Selection, Vintage Cars, Sidewalk Chalk Art & more!

Saturday looks like it will a beautiful first day of fall, with temperatures topping out in the low 60s. So throw on those boots that you've been dying to wear and spend the afternoon shopping, sipping, and enjoying music in Midtown! 

~C

Hip in Detroit's Guide to Last Minute Local Shopping

The Detroit Mercantile Company- "The Detroit Mercantile company carries new & vintage goods from brands including Carhartt, Pendleton, Woolrich, Pewabic Pottery, Motawi, Better Made snack foods, Detroit Denim Co., Corbe Company, Sharklion Design, Smith Shop Detroit, and a broad range of private label items including apparel, prints, glassware, and jewelry."
Holiday Hours: Tues - Fri: 10am - 7pm, Sat: 7am - 7pm and Sun:11am - 5pm

Eldorado General Store- This neat sop is located in Corktown. It carries a variety of curated new and used items that reflect the owner's free spirit.

Holiday Hours; Monday- Friday 12 pm through 6 pm, Saturday 11 am to 7 pm and Sunday noon until 6 pm.  

City Bird/ Nest- These two little shops are located right next to each other in midtown. Each space features a unique collection of gifts items and Michigan made treasures.

Holiday Hours: Mon-Sat 11-7 Sun 11-6
Please note, they have been announcing special hours on Facebook so make sure you are following them for extra times! City Bird/ Nest 

Third Man Records- Stop by Third Man Records to pick up an album or a cool gift. You can even grab a gift card and let someone go record shopping for themselves!

Holiday Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am-7pm, Saturday: 10am-6pm and Sunday: 11pm-5pm

Blumz by JRDesigns- Blumz by JRDesigns has a lot more than flowers! They also have a huge selection of locally made gifts and holiday decor. Plus they are running a sale on a lot of their holiday items!

Holiday Hours: Click Here

Peacock Room- The Peacock Room is the coolest place to get a holiday dress or beautiful accessories. This place specializes in vintage-inspired clothing and accessories in a variety of styles and they cater to plus size ladies! They have a new second location in the Fischer Building and a new store called Yama located two doors down inside the same building! 

Holiday Hours: 11 am to 7 pm Monday through Thursday, 10 am to 7 pm Friday and Saturday and noon until 5 pm on Sunday. 

UHF Records: Music is the universal language, give the gift of music!

Holiday Hours:11 am until 8 pm Monday through Satuifay and 12 until 6 pm on Sundays

Detroit is the New Black- You can shop inside the retail location or online, either way they have some great holiday shopping guides on their website!

Holiday Hours: Mon–Sat: 12pm–7pm, Sundays 12pm–6pm

Rouge Makeup and Nail Studio- Rouge is all organic and all vegan! they offer manis, pedis, facials, skincare, makeup and way more. They also have their very own to die for sauna. This holiday season they are featuring lots of great packages that would make the perfect gift for someone who deserves to be pampered!
Holiday Hours: 10 am till 6 pm Tuesday through Friday and 19 am until 4 pm Saturday ( Follow them on Facebook to keep up to date on the daily hours as they post specials times throughout the
season)

Green Daffodil- This awesome Ferndale shop carries a variety of amazing smelling co-friendly bath & body products. We are personally obsessed with their candles. Everything in the store would make a perfect gift!

The Rust Belt Market- There are only two more weekends to visit the market before Christmas! This is one of our favorite places to shop local. They have a fancy bar where you can grab a drink before you browse through all the vendors that have set up shop in the space! Don't forget to visit Mitten Crate while you are there! 

Holiday Hours: See the graphic to the left.

Saffron- Saffron is one of our favorite local shops. They always have the coolest clothes and accessories for the free spirit on your list!

Holiday Hours: 11:30 to 6 pm Monday and Tuesday, 11:30 to 7 Wednesday through Saturday, and 12 pm until 5 on Sunday

Rail and Anchor- Looking for a cool gift? This the place to go! Plus, they will wrap it for you!

Holiday Hours: Monday through Saturday 11 am until 8 pm and 11 to 6 on Sundays

Found Sound- Give the gift of locally purchased music this holiday season!

Holiday Hours: 11 am until 8 pm Monday through Saturday and Noon until 5 pm on Sunday

Mitten Crate- Give the local gift that keep son giving! Send someone a year of cheer by signing them up for a mitten crate!  Don't forget you can also shop Mitten Crate in person at The Rustbelt Market in Ferndale!

Visit them online at here.

Lost and Found Vintage- Everyone loves finding a vintage treasure and this place is packed with them!
Holiday Hours: 11 am until 7 pm Monday through Thirsday, 11 am until 8 pm Friday and Saturday and noon until 6 pm on Sunday.

ZMC Pharmacy- This place is so much more than a pharmacy! They have amazing gifts for everyone on your list, from vintage inspired home decor to toys.

Hip's Local Guide to Last Minute Father's Day Shopping

Father's Day is right around the corner so we wanted to put together a list of great local places to pick up something special for dad before this Sunday, June 18th!

Hugh- This cool boutique in midtown caters to the classic bachelor pad style. They have a very unique curated collection of men's gifts in a variety of price points.








Downtown Detroit Bike Shop (also in Ferndale) - This bike shop has a bike for everyone from the beginner to the most advanced rider. They are also super friendly and helpful which makes bike shopping for dad a whole lot easier!

Third Wave Music- There's finally a music store in the city! Third Wave carries a wide selection of new and used instruments, and they repair the broken stuff!

Shinola- Shinola made a name for themselves by making watches that were constructed right here in Detroit, but they have expanded their brand and become a luxury line that offered lots of cool gift ideas like leather belts, journals, bicycles and more. You can check out their merchandise in person in Midtown Detroit, or cop something from their outlet store at Great Lakes Crossing, They also have a great online store that can express ship something anywhere you need it to go!



The Detroit Mercantile Company-
The DMC features a large collection of new and vintage items that are curated by owners of the shop. They have a wide selection of vintage memorabilia as well as new Michigan made items. This is the perfect place to browse around for something for inspiration. There is something for everyone in the shop so you won't go home empty handed!



NOJO Kicks-
Want to impress a sneaker lover? Take them to NOJO in Downtown Detroit. NOJO is known around the world for its unique sneaker collection. If there is a unique pair of kicks that you have had your heart set on, there is a good chance they can help you get your hands on them!

City Bird/ Nest- City Bird and Nest are located next door to each other in Midtown and they are both owned by the same set of siblings. Both stores feature a curated collection of locally made items and small gifts. There are 1,000s of handmade cards to help you correctly express your feelings and lots of cool items that celebrate living in the mitten state.






Found Sound (Ferndale)/ UHF Records (Royal Oak)-
Pick up a new or used record for dad to rock out to!

Peninsulas- This little hidden gem houses the biggest collection of Michigan merchandise that we have ever seen.  If your dad has Mitten State pride, you will find something special that celebrates Michigan!

Eldorado General Store- This cool shop on Michigan Avenue offers up vintage finds and a curated selection of locally made goods.

Henry the Hatter-This place has the perfect hat for every head. It has been a Detroit institution
intuition since 1893!

~S

Some of the Hippest Places to Shop Local this Holiday Season

The holidays are upon us and chances are you either have all of your shopping done or you haven't even started yet. Well if you still have some shopping to do, we're here to tell you about some of the hippest places to shop this holiday season while supporting local businesses!




City Bird & Nest - 460 W. Canfield
Located side by side in the heart of the Cass Corridor, these two stores offer some of the best gifts around. Whether you're looking for fun household items, handmade jewelry or Detroit apparel, these two stores have you covered!

Shinola - 441 W. Canfield
While we're at it, we might as well just cover all of the stores right there on Canfield! Shinola makes some of the best watches, bikes, and leather goods around. Their items are a little on the pricier side, but any guy or gal that finds a Shinola watch under the tree will be absolutely thrilled!

Third Man Records - 441 W. Canfield
It's located right by Shinola and it has been the talk of the town for the last few weeks! If you have someone on your list that is a fan of Jack White, you have to check this place out. Even if you hate Jack White, it's still a pretty cool place. Personally, I thought the bathroom was one of the best parts!

Willys Detroit - 441 W. Canfield
Also at 441 Canfield is Willys Detroit. They feature fashionable clothing, jewelry and some other small gift items.

Nora & HUGH - 4240 Cass Ave.
Another side by side duo, these two shops offer housewares, furniture, small gift items, and some of the coolest postcards around. Throw one in a frame and you have an great piece of art for a great price! You can also find some great gifts for men here, especially over in Hugh. They have wallets, an array of items to keep that man groomed, and great cocktail glasses.

Cass Corridog - 4240 Cass Ave. 

Don't forget your four legged friend this Christmas! Cass Corridog has you covered with everything from treats to toys! You can even bring your pup along to let him or her pick out their own gift! 

Will Leather Goods - 4120 2nd Ave.
Another newer store in Detroit with a slightly higher price tag, Will offers pretty much anything made out of leather. From footballs to handbags, this place has it! Plus it's one of the coolest looking stores in Detroit.




The Detroit Mercantile Co. - 3434 Russell St.
Clothing, quirky gifts, handmade goods, this place has pretty much everything. Plus, this weekend they will have even more than usual! December 19th and 20th the Mercantile will be hosting a shopping event, The Lodge, which features local artist and cocktails! You're bound to find something great either in the shop or in The Lodge!

Leon & Lulu - 96 W. 14 Mile Rd., Clawson
If you feel like shopping outside of the City, we've got a few ideas for you too! Leon & Lulu is at the top of that list! By far one of our favorite stores around! Small gifts, big gifts, toys, books, home decor, jewelry, clothing, furniture. Plan on being in this store for quite a while!

Scout - 508 S. Washington Ave., Royal Oak
This is my go to shop when I have to buy a gift! Amazing jewelry, great decor, and even some toys too! Plus this store and Leon & Lulu usually have a dog on site. Who doesn't want to shop with a pup?

Rail & Anchor - 502 S. Washington Ave., Royal Oak
A couple doors down, this store is tied for the title of my go to shop. Plus, it is very affordable! So many quirky gifts, more amazing jewelry, housewares, art, and some awesome old school replica prints. Great shop for guys and gals. You'll definitely find something here.

The Rust Belt Market - 22801 Woodward Ave., Ferndale
If you're looking to support a whole bunch of local businesses all at once, this is the place to go. Think of it as a small mall full of goods from local artists.

Time Travelers - 3277 12 Mile, Berkley
This is the place to shop for the nerd on your list. One of the greatest selection of comics around, new and old toys and action figures, trading cards, and all sorts of collectibles.

Saffron - 308 W. 4th Street, Royal Oak
If you want to give the gift of fashion this holiday, head to Saffron. They have amazing wears for that girl on your list, as well as great accessories!

RECORDS!!! 
Give the gift of music this year. There are so many great records store in Metro Detroit, it seemed silly to list them all separately. UHF, Peoples Records, Flipside, Hello Records, the list goes on and on. See a list of some of the best record stores around here. Or better yet, head to a show this weekend or shop online and pick up some music right from a great Detroit band!

~C