Despite her A-list clientele, this in-demand, L.A.-based bridal and red carpet designer picked the Twin Cities for her second flagship boutique. Take that, New York! (Lhuillier's national retail manager lives in Minnesota.) The store features bridal, couture and ready-to-wear. By all means, help yourself to a free bottle of water. It might give you the courage to try on one of the exquisite gowns.