Our little store hopes to be so much more than a simple retailer. We found and designed a space intended for “gathering”. A place to find joy…not over-think or over-plan. A place to laugh, inspire, and connect. A place to simply be and find peace in the crazy busy of life.

Store Hosted Events

Please refer to our calendar and registrations below. You are always welcome to email us your questions at hello@shoplavie.co. 

Private Events

Interested in hosting a private event at the store (i.e. book club, girls’ night, birthday celebration, networking, or client appreciation event for your business, bridal or baby shower…maybe a party for your tween)? Email us at hello@shoplavie.co to discuss details and date(s). Space is just $15 an hour and makes for a beautiful and fun gathering!

You are invited to use our cute and cozy event space (with sink/serving counter/fridge), our store if we are closed, and front deck (weather permitting). Our event space can comfortably host 8-10, but we have hosted as many as 15-20 if you are collectively using our event space, store and front deck. Private events are generally best before 10 am (or before the store opens) or 5 pm and later (or after the store is closed). Events can be scheduled Tuesday - Friday.

You are also very welcome to bring your own food and drink, or we are happy to make some recommendations.

Store personnel are always available during your event to assist you and to keep the store open for anyone who might want to do a little shopping.

Interested in doing an activity during your private event? We would be happy to arrange for an artist or maker to host a fun craft or activity (i.e. jewelry (bracelets, necklaces, earrings), candle-making, chocolate tasting, cooking or floral arranging (during the growing season)). There would be a small fee (most typically $30 - $50 per person) for maker/artist’s time and supplies along with a minimum of 6-8 attendees (determined by individual maker/artist).  Email us at hello@shoplavie.co to coordinate.

Private Dining Experience

Indulge in an exclusive private breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner for 6 - 8 guests at La Vie Est Belle Gifts and Gather Boutique, where every meal is a thoughtfully curated experience. Enjoy a healthy, gourmet four-course menu crafted by Margie Schmid of Sprout Nutrition and Wellness Coaching, featuring seasonal, wholesome ingredients designed to nourish and delight.

Set in the warm and inviting gathering space at La Vie Est Belle, this unique dining experience is perfect for a special celebration, a wellness-inspired gathering, or simply a memorable meal with friends. Whether you're starting your morning with a nourishing breakfast, savoring a leisurely brunch, enjoying a fresh and vibrant lunch, or unwinding with a cozy dinner, let us take care of the details and the work.

Each menu is crafted with care and intention with diners, so price per person is determined by menu. For planning purposes, cost per person generally ranges between $35 - $45. This includes time spent crafting the menu, meal prep, meal presentation/serving, tableware, and clean-up.

Email us at hello@shoplavie.co to reserve your private dining experience and enjoy a meal that blends mindful nourishment, delicious flavors, and a welcoming ambiance. Perfect for friends, family or businesses.

Beverages are not provided or included at this time. We are excited to provide wine pairings in the very near future!

Store Hosted Events Just Around The Corner

Events Calendar

November 27th: Thanksgiving, Closed

November 28th: Black Friday, Closed in Lake Elmo, Open in White Bear Lake

November 29th: Small Business Saturday, Open Regular Business Hours at Both Stores

December 3rd: Holiday Centerpieces with Petal & Stick, 4 pm and 6 pm classes

December 4th: Three Wick Dough Bowl Candle Making Class with Burnt at Both Ends, 6 - 8 pm

December 6th - 13th: Elf Hunt in White Bear Lake

December 6th: Light Up Lake Elmo and Holiday Sip and Shop (with special guest "De La Crem Studio" offering Caricatures 10 am - 1 pm), White Bear Lake Winterfest, 10 am - 2 pm

December 10th: Six Essential Wines for the Holidays with So What Wine (Ashley Hausen Lohmer)

December 13th: White Bear Lake Winterfest, 10 am - 2 pm

December 16th: <Private> La Vie Team Party, 5 - 9 pm

December 18th: Sip, Shop & Wrap (Sponsored by Autumn Schinka, Thrivent Financial)

December 19th: <Private> Catie M. Fraser Team Holiday Party, 3 - 5:30 pm

December 24th - January 15th: No Store Hosted or Private Events.

January 29th: Sourdough Class with Abby and Brittany

February 5th: Galentine's Class (Likely
Painting Candles) with De La Crem Studio

February 7th: Galentine's Party - Women Celebrating Women! (Including Bailey's Bouquets)

February 12th: Cheese and Chocolate with Forage to Formage, 6 - 8 pm

February 26th: Sourdough Class with Abby and Brittany

March 5th: Mid-Century Printmaking or Painted
Mirrors/Bottles with HueRay Studios

March 7th: Lucky to Live in Lake Elmo

March 16th - March 20th: Spring Break, No Store Hosted or Private Events

April 5th: Easter, Tentative Easter Egg Hunt Promo

April 11th or 18th: Spring Fling, Clothing Blowout

April 23rd: Sourdough Class with Abby and Brittany

April 25th: Spring Cooking Class with Sprout Nutrition and Wellness, 11 am - 1 pm

April 30th: Button People Ornaments with Marlys Day, 6 - 8 pm

Late April: Daffodils

First Week/Weekend in May: Camp Odayin Mom's Retreat

May 2nd: Kentucky Derby Hats and Dresses

May 7th: Mother/Daughter Pastry Class with Morsels

May 9th: Mother's Day Snip, Sip & Shop with Petal & Stick (Tulips)

May 10th: Mother's Day

May 14th: Spring Flower Hammer Printing with HueRay Studios

May 22nd: Last Day of School

May 25th: Memorial Day

May 21st - 31st: No Store Hosted Events, Private Events Welcome

May 26th: <Private> Hold for Mada Mehndi, 11 am - 4 pm

June 4th: Summer Tote Painting Class with De La Crem Studio

June and July: Limited Store Hosted Events, Private Events Welcome

July 30th: Petal & Stick Snip and Sip

August 6th: Summer Sale Starts!

August 9th: Fall Flip

August 10th: Fall Reveal!

August 12th: You R You 6th Grade Girls Retreat - La Vie Volunteer Event (No Events or Classes)

August 17th: First Day of School

August 17th - Sept. 9th: Limited Store Events, Private Events Welcome

September 17th: Petal & Stick Snip and Sip, 6 - 8 pm

September 23rd: Fall Wooden Block String Art with HueRay Studios

September 26th: Fall Harvest Cooking Class with Sprout Nutrition and Wellness, 11 am - 1 pm

Sept. 28th - Sept. 30th: Subscriber Early Access to Fall Sale

Oct. 1st: Fall Sale, Fall Pastry Class with Morsels

October 8th: No Store Events.

October 9th: Store Closed. The Big Holiday Flip!

October 10th: Holiday Reveal

October 15th and 16th: MEA

October 22nd: Sourdough Class with Abby and Brittany

October 29th: Holiday Fabric Wrapped Trees with Marlys Day, 6 - 8 pm

November 5th: "Enjoy Art Even When You're Not Good at It" with Tree of Art (Fafa Aguilera), 6 - 8 pm

November 19th: Holiday Cookies with Morsels

November 26th: Thanksgiving

November 27th: Black Friday

November 28th: Small Business Saturday

December 3rd: Holiday Painting Project with De La Crem Studio

Please note Store Hosted Events not yet available for registration are still being planned and subject to change.