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Since 1857, Chicago has been home to Iwan Ries & Co., the oldest family-owned tobacconists in the country. Now in our 5th generation of hard work and commitment to service, we are striving to ensure that …
Luxury Garage Sale is co-founded by partners Brielle Buchberg and Lindsay Segal. Childhood friends, Brielle and Lindsay always had a love of collecting; beginning with stickers and erasers, evolving to shoes and handbags. However, over the …
The sign on the door says it all- NO CD’s!! Never had ‘em!! Never Will!! Dave’s is totally devoted to vinyl. Dave’s Records carry all speeds (33,45,even 78) all formats (7”, 10”, 12” single, EP , LP) all styles (rock, jazz, soul, funk, hip hop, house, disco, reggae, blues, folk, country, vocal, soundtracks, showtunes, classical, indie/alternative and every sub-genre you can imagine). If it’s on vinyl, it’s here now or it’s passed through the doors and in to someone’s crate. On any given day, there are at least 40,000 titles to choose from. Every day new titles freshen the racks. Dave’s Records sell both new and used. You’ll find both import and domestic new vinyl. You’ll find a wide assortment of new reissued vinyl. You’ll find out of print used vinyl that you’d thought was long gone. No matter what it is, you’re likely to find it in their bins. If you come to Chicago, check them out.
Building Blocks has been providing specialty toys to Chicagoland for over a decade and although we they be a small shop they have big ideas to help you find the perfect gift for any child. They pride themselves in offering a variety of toys that encourage childhood development mentally, physically and socially.
They also hope to provide an alternative to the plastic, batteries and video games by carrying classic wooden toys, board games and puzzles. There are arts and crafts for your child’s self expression as well as toys to allow them to explore their imagination.
Comfort Me is a boutique in the Lincoln Park neighborhood in Chicago that was founded in 2011 by a mother and her two daughters. The idea for the concept of Comfort Me emerged a number of years ago from Melanie Thomas – the mother of the trio – a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose job and passion is to promote comfort, connection and health. She dreamed of a one-stop shop that could provide wonderful items of comfort for the mind and body. After several years her dream became a reality and, with the help of her daughters Alyssa and Bethany, Comfort Me boutique was born.
Lissa has quickly become Chicago’s destination clothing boutique for hard-to-find, fashion-forward pieces. Catering to a discerning shopper seeking unique product, Lissa offers a well-edited selection from the industry’s emerging designers and ‘under-the-radar’ lines. The modern and sophisticated, edgy yet refined collections span the globe, from New York and Chicago to international destinations Brazil and Sweden.
The name Wolfbait & B-girls is a nod to historic Chicago. The 1950’s guidebook Chicago Confidential defines wolfbait as girls who moved to the city looking for success, and b-girls as what they sometimes turn into. Think B-movie, B-side, bad girl, Bruiser and Brazen judy. Wolfbait is not only for the shopper, but also for the artisan.
C. Dahlstedt When Carl Dahlstedt explains that he’s trying to make each of the pieces in his eponymous shop in Wicker Park “well-made, down to the details,” he’s referring to luxe finishings like Italian zippers, cashmere-trimmed Italian wool suits for guys, and cashmere hems for girls. The Detroit-native designer launches his made-in-Chicago mens- and womenswear line, with simple silhouettes such as A-line dresses and button-downs with notable details like twisted pleating, lots of pin tucks and hidden pockets.
The Architectural Revolution’s goal is to create a store like no other right at the corner of Clark and Belmont in Chicago. With items ranging from spiritual to macabre we are dedicated to bringing you the strange and interesting, spiritual and mystical. The owner travels all over the world to bring unique items to you, our customer! He literally travels over 100,000 miles a year between visiting vendors, tradeshows, and every where else in between, worldwide.
An entire quarter of our store is dedicated just to incense and incense accessories from all around the globe.
Hubba-Hubba has built a large loyal customer base due to its unique inventory, exceptional sales team and clever promotional ideas like the birthday discount, Hubba-Hubba Loyalty Card and their fabulous Girls Night Out events.
At Hubba-Hubba customers can find items they won’t see everywhere else as well as awesome designs from Michael Stars tees & !IT Jeans, and a great jewelry selection. There is truly something for every girl!
C. Dahlstedt’s aesthetic is based on simplistic designs, with a strong focus on quality. What the collection achieves is a modern twist on timeless silhouettes, using unexpected details such as linings in cashmere and over-sized zippers, and a new take on the classic men’s button-downs. The line aims to be one of kind for Chicago, offering fine European fabrics with a Chicagoan sensibility.
Looking good while going green is easy with Em Bo, short for the Emerald Boutique. Heather George, an advocate for the environment and social causes, opened Em Bo in the Southport Corridor, and named it after a favorite emerald green dress. Em Bo offers the latest in eco-friendly clothing and accessories as well as vintage pieces, and everyday items that emphasize style while being green. The store features up and coming eco-friendly designers, green clothing items, and great vintage bags.
The legendary Alley Chicago store has become an infamous “landmark” destination for generations of the counter-culture.
The Alley Chicago through years of dedication and determination has become the Midwest’s premier one stop shop for bikers, punks, goths, rockers, and all other alternative lifestyles. The Owner, Mark Thomas, often states, “The more things change, the more they remain the same.” This holds true for our core customer base and our store philosophy. Faces change, trends change, but who we are and who our core customer is will always remain the same.
Store B vintage in Wicker Park contains some of the most sought after and luxurious vintage attire and accessories found anywhere in the city of Chicago. Since 2002, this trendy, upscale boutique has been satisfying customers with its eclectic mix of wearable fine quality vintage women’s and men’s clothing from the 1930s thru the 1970s.
Heritage Bicycles General Store was an idea, and it would have stayed that way if owner Michael Salvatore didn’t take the leap into entrepreneurship. After spending three years helping establish Bowery Lane Bicycles (BLB) in New York City with partners Sean Naughton and Patrick Benard, Michael wanted to bring these beautiful bikes to his home town, Chicago. As a fifth-generation Chicagoan, he decided to not only bring BLB’s Breukelen and Broncks line to the Windy City, but to also add Daisy, the first offering from the Heritage line.
Diego Rocha is a Brazilian born handbag designer. He began his career in the finance field in Sao Paulo before making the transition to designer. Fortunately for Diego, fashion is in his genes. His mother was …
With Gleaming white deli cases, rolls of perfectly waxed butcher paper, brightly colored stickers, and open-air wicker baskets to display our freshest selection of tees. They selected homegrown American Apparel brand shirts, and started to stock …
Lori’s hands-on, personal approach to her business and her policy that customers walk in as customers but leave as friends has held true for over 20 years. The success of Lori’s is driven by her loyal …
The brands significant focus is on creating a comfortable, inviting and hospitable atmosphere for customers. Seating is available in store with water available. During special events food and refreshments, and catering are occasionally offered. Customers who …
A little refinement never hurt any city’s image. And it’s our hope that the clothing and jewelry designers we carry will start to move the community spotlight from deep-dish and dogs to Chicago fashion – a …
We bring you Men and Women’s designer clothing in a full range of sizes (not just 0′s and 2′s). We’re known for our personal service and our great deals. Up to 90% off retail!
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an independent boutique nestled in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast brings to you an eclectic, hand-picked collection of clothing, shoes and accessories. Dedicated to showcasing collections from emerging fresh talent as well as the best …
It’s hard not to be happy at Paul Stuart. The colors adorning the perfectly tailored pieces of clothing boast colors from Easter egg pastel palettes to earthy sophisticates. Lucky for Chicagoans that they even get their …
If diamonds are a girl’s best friend and couture is her secret lover, then Oak Street is the place she frolicks to for girlfriend getaways and romantic weekends. Tucked off of Michigan Avenue, Oak Street is …
When the weather outside is frightful, don’t worry shopping can still be delightful – and on Michigan Avenue nonetheless. The Water Tower is for tourists, The 900 Shops at 900 N. Michigan Avenue is the place …
Ikram Goldman styles the most respected fashion icon of today, First Lady Michelle Obama, but styles her Chicago home in everything Elements. As a boutique owner herself, of the namesake Ikram in Chicago’s gold coast, Ikram …
There’s no sign outside, but Chicago shoppers with a hawk eye for haute fashion can’t miss Blake. The space is the most fashionably renovated post office you’ll ever see, looking more like an art gallery than …
Make your dream bag a reality at this Lincoln Park boutique where you can customize your own shoulder bag, handbag, tote, or duffel. Choose a style and your favorite fabric, put in your order and 3 …
Whether you’re vested in vintage or contemplating contemporary, George Lowell is your man. His furniture and accessories shop carries a little bit of everything, but not in a way that feels cluttered. George himself helps with …
A haven for the cigar savvy, Iwan Ries & Co is Chicago’s premier tobacconist. With over 15,000 pipes and infinite selections of cutters and cases, ashtrays, and lighter supplies, this family-owned shop is a staple for the smoking …
Toys, books, zany tights, and gifts for tots and tykes. From preemie fits to children’s size 14, Little Threads boasts a large selection.
A beautiful boutique stocked with classic, well-made clothes in the famed Wicker Park area. From well-known designers such as Chloe and Derek Lam, to Chicago’s own local talent, the selection inside Helen Yi’s loft-like space covers …
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The newest addition to Lincoln Park boutiques is all about the skin. Autrepart Nature owner and French native Julie Sanatine only sells her favorite all-natural or organic skin and cosmetic products from Europe, especially France. In …
Rarely do we ever see a beautiful garden anywhere in the city but in a park, if we’re lucky, or someone’s back yard. Not so in Lincoln Park’s Jayson Home and Garden. Unlike cookie-cutter gardening stores, …
Decollage may be a resale store, but that’s not all it is. In addition to vintage, owner and former model Kelsey Tanner O’Connor also sells high-end designer pieces, and that includes more than just clothing. Kelsey …
The Southport corridor isn’t just about clothing boutiques. String A Strand joined the neighborhood this Spring and offers a variety of beads, gems, and stones to make–as the store’s name implies–a strand of jewelry. The store …
Carhartt opened in mid-April 2011 at 1518 N. Milwaukee Avenue, launching only its third American storefront. Like the Salt Lake City and Portland locations, the iconic store features classic work wear gear popular with everyone from …
Una Mae’s Freak Boutique isn’t just about the vintage in great condition, although that’s how the store got it’s start. It also has a contemporary vibe to everything it sells, from men and women’s branded clothing, …
Step into Salvage One and step back into history. There’s four floors of treasure here, and this isn’t your grandmother’s yard sale by any means. All the salvaged antiques are organized in some sort of fashion, …
Perchance Boutique offers something special on the Southport boutique strip in Chicago.The local store carries some unique brands–like Blake Standard and Wolford, just to name a few–that shoppers won’t find elsewhere. Worried it will sell out …
Be By Baby fits right into the West Lakeview/Roscoe Village neighborhood, offering trendy clothing options for the smallest of humans. Socially aware parents, too, have a variety of parenting supplies in this high-end boutique, from baby …
Akira has locations in downtown Chicago, Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, and most recently Andersonville, among others.
Located at the border of Wicker Park and the Ukranian Village, Penelope’s is a hip boutique that celebs love to peruse when they’re in town. It’s low profile but full of sweet finds for both sexes.
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In a time when it’s hip to be old school (what with the economy and all), it’s better to preserve your classics and opt for long standing treasures in lieu of trends du jour. Alas, Chicagoans …
Perhaps the arrival of an Hermes store in Chicago means the Windy City has really made it in the fashion world. The French phenom brand is the brains behind the all-elusive Birkin bag which has a …
Goodbye to Plain Jane. Sayonara, Farewell, Au revoir! Now say hello to Sara Jane.
It was the fall of 2002 when Sara Jane opened a store bearing her own name in hopes of providing a true boutique …
Smack dab in the middle of the Gold Coast, Chicago’s hot newer boutique Sarca has women giving their plastic a work out. Like all things Chicagoan, the place has a nice bit of history, its owner, …
Pass just about any group of females on the streets of Chicago and chances are you’ll hear a variation of the following, “Why didn’t he call?” “What should I wear?” “Why didn’t I get a promotion?” …
Lester Lampert, located on Oak Street in the Gold Coast lives amongst neighbors such as Harry Winston, Hermes and Bvlgari to name a few. But yet it’s possible you’ve not heard the name before — if …
Ah! It’s just so delightful when one little boutique makes gift-giving totally effortless. Such is the case at Jonathan Adler where one visit intended to be “quick” could stretch into an easy hour and plenty of …
In need of a little polishing up? The Spa at Trump is the answer. Quickly becoming the hotspot for Chicagoans to escape for an hour, or even a day at times, its popularity can be attributed …
Two stories, one vision. Sisters Ashley Zisook and Allison Zisook Goldstein have completely different styles, but their combined range and eye for fashion makes their boutique, Sofia Vintage, the red hot store right now.
Ashley’s resume includes …
A mini-break to Italy is the goal of Fuga Salon & Spa, which is the mastermind of Italiano Antonio Favaro when he arrived in the States just two years ago with one intention: provide the people …
