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Once upon a time, there was a high school senior living in the suburbs of Chicago. She had a crop of lustrous red hair. A handsome, preppy boyfriend. A quirky yet fiercely loyal best friend. A bitter and habitually unemployed father. A 1959 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. She had pretty much everything a girl could ask for. But one day, something terrible happened. The girl received two vintage prom gowns – both pink, which was felicitous because she looked especially pretty in that color – yet both equally and tragically bleh. So, what did our heroine do? Go to prom in a fusty old gown, and face ridicule from rude classmates (who were secretly jealous of how cute she was, which coincidentally is the only reason why anyone has ever been mean to you as well)? No. Skip prom altogether, which is invariably life ruining? No! She exemplified the indomitability of the human spirit and the general zeitgeist of the mid-1980s by combining the two uggo gowns into a very nice thing with polka dots, a fun lacy bodice, and I assume matching socks. Thus she went to prom with her head held high. Her bullies realized she was too pretty – in pink, no less – to continue tormenting her any longer. Her boyfriend, who had previously been reluctant to embrace a relationship with someone who hasn’t got a trust fund, realized she deserved to be treated like a human being regardless. Her best friend also had some kind of character arc, which turned out good for him. The moral of this story? It is simple: style fixes everything. If you don’t believe me, watch the movie I just synopsized for you. I believe it’s called “Sixteen Candles.” As always, I would like to thank all of Eden Prairie Lifestyle’s sponsors, without whose support we could not mail our magazine directly to our readers’ homes. I always welcome any feedback or interest anyone may have in appearing on our magazine’s pages! *Disclaimer: Most of our Style issue’s articles aren’t actually about style. This is intentional. We heard that being off theme is extremely in style this fall.

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BILL’S TOGGERY Keeping Men Looking Sharp for 95 Years ARTICLE BY BILL SCHELLER

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The year was 1931. The Empire State Building reached a world record height. “The StarSpangled Banner” became America’s national anthem. And in Shakopee, Bill Wermerskirchen defied the Great Depression to launch a men’s apparel emporium, Bill’s Toggery, that’s still thriving 95 years later.

“My grandfather went into business with just a few hundred dollars,” says Billy Wermerskirchen, third-generation owner of Bill’s Toggery. Billy, who succeeded his father Bill Jr. in 2015, recalls that the store “started out as a dry-cleaning shop, but soon began selling clothing.”

Founder Bill Wermerskirchen chose a prime location: the prominent corner that anchors the store to this day. The building had housed People’s Bank, where Charles Lindbergh – whose father was a bank director – secured the loan to buy his first airplane. Bank vaults being hard to move, this one now serves as what’s been called “the state’s safest dressing room.” From the old bank building, Bill’s Toggery has expanded along the block. Back in the 1930s – and for decades after – suits and ties were the daily uniform of men in nearly all walks of life. The culture has changed, but demand hasn’t. It’s simply shifted from everyday wear to special occasions. “We’re now an event-based business,” says Billy, “and our suit sales have never been as good as they are today.” A big part of the clientele are wedding parties, who increasingly have been getting away from traditional rentals and opting instead to purchase suits – often from the Toggery’s custom shop. “There’s a full-time tailor on our staff,” Billy points out, “just as there’s been since our early days, and we offer an extensive selection of fabrics.” Fitting all shapes, sizes, and style preferences is, of course, what custom tailoring is all about, and clients have a wide range of options. Just remember – six weeks is a recommended span from fitting to pickup. For men who choose to buy off the rack, Bill’s Toggery is home to a variety of respected brands. One line in particular has been a shop staple for more than half its history. “We’ve been carrying Hart Schaffner Marx since the 1970s,” Billy notes. Jack Victor and Giles & Jasper are among other fine lines of suits, blazers, and sport jackets in stock. Acknowledging the more relaxed modern attitude towards work apparel, Billy believes that “buying for an event and buying for business are two different things. But although the work environment has changed, people still want to look good, along with being comfortable.” What’s looking good – and comfortable – for fall 2026? Billy is following “a resurgence in knits – polos, knitwear worn under sport coats – lots of texture. We’ll be seeing shirt jackets and vests, great items for work now that people are being called back into the office. These are hybrid items that can be worn indoors and out. They’re still dressy, but comfortable.” Another popular trend is the casual sport coat – “stretchy, meant to be worn without a tie.” Also look for five-pocket dress

pants modeled after jeans, with no crease, and a narrower profile. Five-pocket style leader 34 Heritage, with denim and chino lines, is well represented at the shop. Other popular sportswear, dress, and dress casual brands at Bill’s Toggery include Johnnie-O (“we’re a signature store for them,” says Billy); Bugatchi, known for its shirts in eight-way mercerized cotton; 7Diamonds; Ballin pants; dress shirts by David Donahue; and the Swedish-inspired line created by Holebrook, favored for the windproof linings on their shirt jackets, sweaters, and vests, especially welcome as the days turn cooler. And Tommy Bahama – don’t just think summer; they have a fall line, too – has been a shop staple since 1993. Bill’s Toggery also has a long history of helping the well-dressed man put his best foot forward – literally. The shop’s footwear department is the place to go for dress and casual footwear, from brands such as Johnston & Murphy, Florsheim, Travis Mathew, and Martin Dingman. Hawaii-based OluKai is well represented, with a handsome and finely constructed line of shoes, sandals, and slippers. Like Martin Dingman, OluKai offers a selection of white-soled dress sneakers, which have become an increasingly popular option for wearing with suits as well as casual outfits. CONTINUED > S EP TEMB ER 2 0 2 6 | C I TYL I FE STYL E . C OM/E D E N P R A I R I E

Plans for a 95th birthday celebration are still in the development stage, but Billy envisions a Friday and Saturday early fall event with giveaways geared towards “giving back to our customers.” Keep an eye on the Bill’s Toggery website, BillsToggery.com, for details. Meanwhile, there’s just five years left to think about what to wear for the Bill’s Toggery centennial!

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will become part of the city’s existing Riley Creek Conservation Area. “There simply shouldn’t be anything like it. It’s an anachronism. But then, I suppose, so are we. Maybe it’s only fitting that we should have the honor of building on it. “Johnson-Reiland Builders & Remodelers was founded by my father Daniel Reiland in 1974. He’d done farm and concrete work before then, and decided to try shooting higher when he discovered I was on my way. He teamed up with his friends to build a house for his own family. Within a couple of years, he’d made himself a developer and home builder in full.

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“Dad is now retired, although not much has changed. That’s partly because he's still around. He does whatever he feels like (and only whenever he feels like it), but I wouldn’t begrudge him the same kind of retirement we all hope to enjoy someday. “We’ve also remained a family-owned business, which frees us to do things precisely the way we want to. Profitability is not our north star here at Johnson-Reiland Builders & Remodelers, and never has been. To us, the sun rises and sets on one thing and one thing only: quality. “That starts with design. As the Twin Cities’ 21st largest residential homebuilder in 2025 (according to Housing First Minnesota), we occupy a certain sweet spot: big enough to bring any vision for a dream home to life, yet still nimble enough to personalize the entire process. We don’t hide behind salespeople. Our clients all have our personal cells. Pure, unbroken communication is key to getting every last detail right. “Our clients often express surprise at the great lengths we go through to build their homes to their exact specifications. Those who do might be accustomed to working with larger corporate homebuilders, which forgo buyers’ input for the sake of expediency. It’s a sorry state of affairs when you can’t truly customize your new $1 million or higher home! “We expect transitional modern, mid-century modern, cottage, and other styles of farmhouses to be popular at Marshall Farms for reasons that don’t beg explanation. That being said, we do it all. From super traditional to ultramodern, our team of designers and craftsmen can follow any style of architecture. “And we welcome the variety. We’re intentionally avoiding building two homes with the same style or color scheme at Marshall Farms, as a matter of fact. That will preserve this one-of-a-kind tract’s unique sense of place, and make sure it’s totally unlike a neighborhood of mass-produced, cookie-cutter houses.

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Where to head on a cruise? There’s a vast realm of possibilities. Where to go for advice and planning for your voyage, and for the latest information on cruise lines, ship options, and ports of call? In the greater Twin Cities area, cruise-minded folks have long relied on travel agents Helen and Mark Rigby, founders and managers of the local Cruise Planners franchise. “The cruise industry continues to grow,” says Mark. “The post-pandemic resurgence of interest in cruising hasn’t let up.” One dynamic that drives that interest is the surge in popularity of new routes, and new destinations. CONTINUED >

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“Cruises that include Croatia are popular now,” Mark reports. “In many ways, it’s very similar to Italy. It’s generally less expensive than Italy, and its ports of call for cruise ships are actually taking some business from Italian ports.” Cruising the Croatian side of the Adriatic Sea involves a passage along the country’s rugged coast, and its over 1,200 gorgeous islands. “The major ports in Croatia are Split and Dubrovnik, especially the latter,” says Mark. Split, Croatia’s second-largest city, is famous as the site of Roman Emperor Diocletian’s retirement palace, much of which survives intact. Dubrovnik, with its old quarter sequestered within remarkably well-preserved medieval walls, has achieved a modern cachet as the location where many Game of Thrones scenes were filmed. Among other European destinations, Mark adds, are the ageless Greek islands. And many of the cruises that visit the islands now continue eastward, to sail along the scenic Turkish coast. Other perennially popular European ports include Venice – where large cruise ships are now required to dock at the mainland port of Marghera – and Barcelona, the departure point for many Mediterranean cruises. Up in the British Isles, some cruises take in golf courses along the coast of Scotland, birthplace of the sport. “Many of those courses,” he advises, have “relatively low” greens fees compared with American golf venues. Over in our Western Hemisphere, the ports of Miami on the east coast, and Long Beach on the west, continue to handle large portions of American cruise traffic. For Miami-based cruises, the Caribbean remains a major draw. Typically, Caribbean itineraries are geared towards days spent in port, and overnight travel. “But,” Mark points out, “these cruises often build in one or two daytimes spent at sea.”

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Cruise-minded folks have long relied on travel agents Helen and Mark Rigby, founders and managers of the local Cruise Planners franchise.

Cruise lines heading out of Long Beach serve popular Mexican ports such as Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta. For a longer Pacific excursion, says Mark, consider a voyage to Hawaii – “this will give you a couple of days out at sea.” Norwegian offers Hawaiian inter-island cruises, as well as voyages from Hawaii to Vancouver, and to South Pacific ports. “Alaska cruises are always popular,” Mark informs, “with routes along the Inside Passage, and outside.” Points of departure for Alaska voyages are Seattle and Vancouver. Heading southward, Celebrity caters to a cruise clientele interested in the natural diversity of the Galápagos Islands, where the main hub is Baltra Island in the center of the chain. The ultimate far southern destination, of course, is Antarctica. No Antarctic cruises sail directly from the United States – departure points, says Mark, are in Chile and Argentina, reached by air. The oceans of the world are only part of the cruising story. Rivers, according to Mark, are just as popular: “Europe is the big destination, with the Rhine and the Danube getting the most interest. Along

the Rhône, stopovers include Avignon and Lyon. And cruising on a French river often combines with a before or after stay in Paris.” Farther afield, Mark points to cruises on the Nile, based in Cairo and taking in ancient sites along Egypt’s legendary lifeline. While interest in American river cruising doesn’t match the vogue for navigating Europe’s waterways, Mark reminds domestic cruisers that there’s plenty to see along the Mississippi and Ohio. A trip from St. Paul to New Orleans, for example, can include “stops at Mark Twain’s Hannibal, Missouri; St. Louis and the Gateway Arch; Memphis and Graceland; and Civil War battlefields.” Many of Mark’s clients are cruise veterans, but he still counts many first-timers among travelers seeking his help in choosing cruise styles, durations, and destinations. What’s his advice? “Choose cabins amidships – they tend to feel more stable than those farther fore and aft. And start with shorter trips – not more than seven days.” Before long, you'll be looking forward to a month-long voyage. RigbyTravel.com

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partner, who handled the administrative side of things, could hire his replacement. That new hire would have to be paid, of course. Whatever revenue was left over could not support the family’s previous lifestyle. Neither could life insurance, because there wasn’t any. “To further compound matters, the business lacked any structure apart from its LLC. There was no keyman insurance, which could have kept operations afloat for a year and covered the departed’s buyout. Worse yet, his business partner claimed to have an interest in the business, despite there being no documents proving as much. “His survivors have now spent two and a half years in limbo. They are still waiting for the probate court’s final determination. The mother had to rent out her house and move in with family in the meantime. Her children, now young adults, have no hope of returning from college to work at the family business. And her probate bill? It has grown around nine times larger than the fee I had initially quoted for my estate planning services. It is unfortunately unavoidable now. “And it saddens me terribly. It really does. They had come to me at exactly the right moment – before all this happened – but couldn’t have known how dearly they’d wind up needing me.

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Boutique SUMMER IS NEARLY OVER. Time to hide away all your colorful clothes and start dressing like Wednesday Adams. …or is it? Eden Prairie fashionista and Bella Gina Boutique proprietor Gina Pellegrini would have you think otherwise. Don’t start dressing like the color palette from a Nine Inch Nails music video just yet, she suggests. Welcome the arrival of Libra season in a vibrant ensemble instead!

“By the time spring arrives, our customers have had it up to here with the drab,” said Gina, motioning very high. “That’s partly because they began wearing winter’s doom-and-gloom blacks and grays way too soon. I wish they’d known they could dress colorfully deep into autumn! “If you’re finally ready to pizazz up your fall wardrobe, then you’ve picked the right year to do it. Earth tones like sage, cocoa powder, and muted clay will all take center stage in 2026 – but so too will cheerful, unexpected brights. “Lime. Honeydew. Fuchsia. Royal blue. More shades of purple than I’ve ever seen before. I’ve waited years for fall colors like these. At long last! We ladies will no longer come in distant second to foliage. “You can tastefully combine any of these accents with something austere and achromatic. Even the littlest splash of color will help you hold on to a whole lot more sunshine. “We’re seeing big things from purses this fall, too – literally. The trend toward small accessories has done an about-face, bringing more generously sized handbags with it. We’re also in a resurgence of ‘70s flair: ruffles, rider belts, tiered sleeves, and, of course, bell bottoms.” Bold. Memorable. Unique. You. Bella Gina Boutique’s expertly curated fashions are all of these. They’d probably even look good on me, and I am a big, gross man. Stop by 10165 Hennepin Town Road, Suite 109 in Eden Prairie Wednesday through Saturday to shop for apparel and gifts, or visit BellaGinaBoutique.com to learn more!

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Having seen the forest for what really matters, Alex proceeded to go all in. “When I bet on myself, I commit. I dive deep,” said Alex. “I sold all but one of my semis. I took classes with Hennepin County, MnDOT, and the Knutson Alliance Program. I leaned hard on my amazing professional network. And if I had any downtime, I’d spend it studying my new greatest passion.” High School of Recording Arts. A1 Tree & Stump Removal’s second project since its establishment in September, 2023. Twenty-two trees; a big undertaking for any tree and stump removal company, let alone a nascent one. “It was also a big turning point,” noted Alex. “I’m lucky to have tackled such an ambitious project early on. The team breezed through it, really, and I used the proceeds to go all in yet again. A pickup. A trailer. A skid steer. Way more chainsaws than I originally thought we needed. We were now fully equipped! “Of course, all those tools aren’t of much use without the right hands. I took care to staff A1 Tree & Stump Removal with people who share the same

values that have carried me this far, and which I want every project to reflect. These are people who would go the extra mile for any client, and show them they genuinely matter. They’re also fully qualified to do their tough jobs. “I’ve done my best to learn this business inside and out, but no amount of study can substitute for decades of consistent, hands-on experience. That’s why I’m blessed to call Chris my foreman. He’s been in the tree care industry for 35 years, and can recommend the best course of action for any challenge confronting residential or commercial property owners.” “Proper tree care does require a great deal of skill,” added Chris. “Different species call for different trimming and pruning techniques, and only during certain times of year if they’re to stay healthy. They’re also vulnerable to different pests and diseases. By quickly determining the source and extent of its health issue, we’re able to confidently advise whether a tree can be saved or not. There’s always a solution. Whether it’s ash borer, birch bug, or oak wilt, we’ll help you choose your best path forward.”

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“We’ll also make that path convenient,” Alex continued. “Just call us. You’ll speak with Dailyn Hall, our office manager, to set up a time when Chris or I can stop by. We never provide a quote for a project we haven’t investigated firsthand. No two properties’ trees, obstacles, and safety hazards are ever alike, so we need to do our homework before helping you make an informed decision. “We’ll walk you through your project, on a day-by-day basis if needed. We’ll send you our workers’ comp and insurance information if you request it. We’ll call a day or two ahead of time to remind you of our arrival. We’ll inform your neighbors of the brief commotion we’re going to introduce to your street. We’ll give you a discount if you’re a first-time customer, first responder, veteran, or senior, or if your property is within 10 miles of our Bloomington headquarters. And once we’ve finished, and the clean-up is all taken care of? We’ll give you a gift bag – just a little something extra to show you how much we appreciate you.

“A1 Tree & Stump Removal may only be three years old, but it has already given me a lot to be grateful for. Doing right by my neighbors, and superior work that makes my community visibly prettier? That’s just the start of it. I’m creating jobs that support and feed multiple families. I’ve witnessed this business’s impact on my own flesh and blood, too. My nephew Danny Desalegne has grown into a fine young man since joining me fresh out of high school. Watching him fully embrace hard work is a matter of special personal pride to me, as I hope you might imagine. “I also hope to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs. By engaging with my community, such as by speaking at Bethel University’s Business Camp program, I get to show young people just how many opportunities they really have. Landscaping. Construction. Tree care, even if that means we’ll become competitors someday. So long as you have a whole lot of hustle and a whole lot of heart, you will make it. My dream is to turn A1 Tree & Stump Removal into the greatest proof of that!”

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When It Comes to Exteriors, Les Is More The best legacies aren't simply passed down. They're earned. When Les Jones founded Les Jones Roofing alongside his wife, Nancy, in 1981, he wasn't just building a roofing company. He was building a reputation. One project at a time, one relationship at a time, and one promise kept after another, the company became known throughout the Twin Cities for exceptional craftsmanship and doing the job right. Those values became the company's foundation. And over the years, they became something else: lessons. Long before she stepped into leadership, Leslie Jones-Vogel was learning what made the business different. She watched firsthand that success wasn't measured only by the roofs completed, but by the trust earned from every homeowner, business owner, and community served. She learned that quality is never rushed, craftsmanship is never compromised, and customers always come first. Construction and roofing have long been male-dominated fields, but Leslie has embraced the challenge with confidence, earning the respect of employees, customers, and industry partners alike. Today, she leads Les Jones Roofing with the same integrity that built the company while bringing fresh ideas, expanded capabilities, and a vision for the future. Under her leadership, the company continues to evolve while staying true to its roots.

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That commitment is why homeowners continue returning to Les Jones Roofing generation after generation. Some call after a Minnesota hailstorm. Others are restoring historic homes that require specialized expertise. Many simply want the confidence that comes from working with a team known for quality and professionalism. As that reputation grew, so did the opportunities. What began as a roofing company expanded into serving commercial buildings, churches, schools, apartment communities, and some of

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DO YOU LIKE BEER? Then you’d better sit down even more than you already have, because the state of Minnesota’s 43 (and possibly more) foremost breweries will soon assemble in the only Twin Cities suburb that is equally as nice as Eden Prairie.

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You stroll on over to the ticket booth. There you are issued 11 things of the utmost importance: a 5-ounce commemorative drinking glass that will contain as many pours as you please, and 10 wooden tokens. You are now free to mill about the tented streets and sample participating brewmasters’ finest while Badger Hill Hootenanny musicians play their hearts out. Which breweries will wow you the most? Dangerous Man of Minneapolis? Gambit Brewing of St. Paul? Under Pressure of Golden Valley? Snarky Loon, which makes the perilous journey all the way from Jenkins solely for your beer-enjoying pleasure? They’re all diamonds – but only some of them can win your coveted tokens. Give all your tokens to your only favorite. Give half to each of your top two. Spread them across 10 different breweries like you’re some kind of Johnny Tokenseed.

There is no wrong way to express your impressedness with the beers that you sample at TAP. Which breweries will receive the most, second most, and third most tokens? The respective winners of the $750, $500, and $250 cash prizes awarded at 4:45pm, of course!

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“Shakopee has a long and proud tradition of brewing,” said Michael Kerski, director of planning and development for the city. “We’re the hometown of Rahr Malting Company, which has remained family owned since its foundation here in 1847. We were also a very important destination for Twin Cities beer enthusiasts during the Prohibition, for reasons that weren’t remotely legal. “TAP does more than keep that tradition alive. It also fortifies the Minnesota microbrewery scene as a whole. Unlike regular beer festivals where tents are staffed by hired representatives, TAP is attended by actual brewery owners. They hobnob and share their knowledge with one another, as well as any of our guests who’d care to know more about their craft.

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