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Chicago Place
Chicago
This mall's main claim to fame is as the home of upscale retailer Saks Fifth Avenue. The rest of the stores here are not as exclusive; in fact, the mall as a whole lacks a clear identity. You'll find a few home-decor and clothing stores here -- but the main draw is the food court on the top floor.This mall's main claim to fame is as the home
Chicago Tribune Store
Chicago
Yes, you'll find plenty of newspaper-logo T-shirts and Cubs hats here (the Tribune Company owns the team), but this shop, located on the ground floor of the newspaper offices, also has a great collection of books. You can also order reproductions of past Tribune front pages or color prints of photos from the newspaper's archives.Yes, you'll find plenty of newspaper-logo T-shirts and Cubs hats
City of Chicago Store
Chicago
Located in the Water Works Visitor Center right off Michigan Avenue, this is a convenient stop for Chicago-related souvenirs and gifts, including truly one-of-a-kind pieces of retired municipal equipment (although the parking meters I've seen for sale here might be a little hard to stuff in your suitcase).Located in the Water Works Visitor Center right off Michigan
Clever Alice
Chicago
This River North shop attracts a clientele of stylish professional women who want polished looks. While the clothes here are body-conscious (including a good selection of hard-to-find European lines), the staff takes the time to help shoppers find pieces that fit and flatter. Don't miss the store's own clothing line, Alice in Oz.This River North shop attracts a clientele of stylish professional
Donald Young Gallery
Chicago
Renowned on the contemporary-art scene since the late 1970s, Donald Young is one of Chicago's most high-profile art dealers. His very dramatic West Loop gallery is a haven for critically acclaimed artists working in video, sculpture, photography, painting, and installation, including Anne Chu, Gary Hill, Martin Puryear, Bruce Nauman, Cristina Iglesias, Robert Mangold, and Charles Ray.Renowned on the contemporary-art scene since the late 1970s, Donald
Douglas Dawson Gallery
Chicago
Offering a unique perspective to the Chicago art scene, Douglas Dawson specializes in ancient and historic ethnographic art -- everything from tribal textiles to furniture, although a principal focus is African ceramics. The gallery's spectacular loft space in the West Loop looks like a museum.Offering a unique perspective to the Chicago art scene, Douglas
Dusty Groove America
Chicago
In 1996, using a rickety old PC, Rick Wojcik and John Schauer founded an online record store at www.dustygroove.com. Since then, the operation has expanded in both cyberspace and the real world. Dusty Groove covers a lot of ground, selling soul, funk, jazz, Brazilian, lounge, Latin, and hip-hop music on new and used vinyl and CDs. For the most part, selections are either rare, imported, or both.In 1996, using a rickety old PC, Rick Wojcik and
Ethel's Chocolate Lounge
Chicago
A celebration of all things chocolate, this bright, candy-colored cafe has a distinctly feminine vibe; I have yet to see a group of guys huddling on one of the hot-pink couches. But what better way to catch up with a girlfriend than over a selection of gourmet truffles or a pot of hot chocolate? The chocolates are a tad pricy -- more than a dollar per piece -- but they run the range from espresso-flavored truffles to the "Etheltini" (a dark chocolate square spiked with vodka and dry vermouth). Ethel's also has locations inside the 900 N. Michigan Avenue mall (tel. 312/440-9747) and along the Armitage Avenue shopping strip, 819 W. Armitage Ave. (tel. 773/281-0029).A celebration of all things chocolate, this bright, candy-colored cafe
Fantasy Costumes
Chicago
Not exactly a toy store, this sprawling costume shop (covering an entire city block) is nonetheless devoted to make-believe and is just as fun. The store stocks more than a million items, including 800 styles of masks (priced $1-$200) and all the accessories and makeup needed to complete any costume. There's also a full-service wig salon here.Not exactly a toy store, this sprawling costume shop (covering
Fox & Obel
Chicago
The city's top gourmet market is a foodie paradise: from the wide selection of specialty cheeses to the mouth-watering display of desserts. Browsing the shelves is like taking a minitour through the best specialty foods from around the world (and I dare you to walk through the bakery section without buying a loaf of freshly baked bread). An easy walk to Navy Pier and the lakefront, it's a great place to pick up a picnic lunch or a bottle of wine and some chocolates to enjoy late-night in your hotel room. There's also an in-store cafe if you want to take a break while strolling around the Michigan Avenue area.The city's top gourmet market is a foodie paradise: from
Fox's
Chicago
This no-frills shop near Armitage Avenue offers designer clothing at a steep discount. The downside: Most clothing labels are cut out, so you might not know exactly which A-list name you're buying, but the last time I was here, I heard a woman telling a friend that she'd seen the same clothes in Saks, a sure sign that Fox's stays up-to-date with the fashion pulse.This no-frills shop near Armitage Avenue offers designer clothing at
G'Bani
Chicago
On the corner of Oak and State streets, this funky, European-style boutique caters to men and women unfulfilled by designs made for the masses. The owner, a former fashion buyer for several high-style stores abroad, sells upscale clothing and shoes skewed toward fit fashionistas in their 20s through their 40s. Expect high style, not comfort; towering heels are the norm here.On the corner of Oak and State streets, this funky,
G.R. N'Namdi Gallery
Chicago
George N'Namdi founded his gallery, which specializes in African-American artists, 2 decades ago in the Detroit area. His son Jumaane operates this location (there's also another in New York). Artists they've helped bring to the attention of museums and art collectors include James Vanderzee, Al Loving, Edward Clark, and Robert Colescott.George N'Namdi founded his gallery, which specializes in African-American artists,
Ghirardelli Chocolate Shop & Soda Fountain
Chicago
This Midwest outpost of the famed San Francisco chocolatier, just a half-block off the Mag Mile, gets swamped in the summer, so good thing they've got their soda-fountain assembly line down to a science. Besides the incredible hot-fudge sundaes, there's a veritable mudslide of chocolate bars, hot-cocoa drink mixes, and chocolate-covered espresso beans to tempt your sweet tooth.This Midwest outpost of the famed San Francisco chocolatier, just
Goddess & Grocer
Chicago
This upscale version of a neighborhood deli stocks everything you need for a mouthwatering lunch or dinner on the go -- from specialty sandwiches to chicken and pasta dishes to freshly baked cookies and brownies. The prepared foods are a few notches above the standard takeout spot (wild Alaskan salmon; wild mushroom risotto), and the staff can put together meals for any occasion, from a catered business lunch to a romantic evening picnic at Millennium Park. There are also good selections of wine and prepackaged snacks. The same owners run another, smaller, outpost in Bucktown, 1646 N. Damen Ave, at North Ave. (tel. 773/342-3200).This upscale version of a neighborhood deli stocks everything you
Grow
Chicago
For a look at the future of baby style, trek out to this trendy boutique in the rapidly gentrifying West Division Street neighborhood. The bright, open space showcases streamlined, ultramodern kids' furniture (such as bubble-shaped high chairs that would look right at home on The Jetsons), as well as clothing made of organic fabrics. Sure, many of the environmentally friendly products on display are out of most parents' price range, but families that have had their fill of plastic kiddy gear will have fun browsing here.For a look at the future of baby style, trek
Habit
Chicago
On the southwestern fringe of Wicker Park, oh-so-hip West Division Street is the latest destination of choice for independent-minded shoppers. This cool-but-welcoming clothing boutique is emblematic of the neighborhood, mixing edgy looks with a laid-back attitude. Come here to find one-of-a-kind pieces from emerging designers (about half of them Chicago-based); styles range from pretty, work-appropriate dresses to funky, deconstructed leather vests.On the southwestern fringe of Wicker Park, oh-so-hip West Division
House of Glunz
Chicago
Not only is this Chicago's oldest wine shop, but it's also the oldest in the Midwest, with an inventory of 1,500 wines dating back to 1811. The shop periodically cracks open a few of its vintage wines for special wine-tasting events, but not all the selections here are rare or expensive. There's a stock of modern wines from California and Europe, and the knowledgeable owners are able to steer you to the right bottle to fit your budget.Not only is this Chicago's oldest wine shop, but it's
Ikram
Chicago
Run by Ikram Goldman, a former saleswoman at well-known women's clothing store Ultimo , this shop stocks all the big names, from Alexander McQueen to Yohji Yamamoto -- and whatever else Vogue has declared "hot" for the season. Tucked among the high-priced pieces are jewelry, stationery, and decorative accessories that give the place a personal touch.Run by Ikram Goldman, a former saleswoman at well-known women's
Jay Robert's Antique Warehouse
Chicago
This mammoth River North space is within walking distance of downtown hotels, but you'll need comfortable shoes to explore all 50,000 square feet. The selection is wildly eclectic: fine furniture that includes fireplaces, stained glass, statues, tapestries, and an impressive selection of antique clocks in a variety of styles ranging from elaborate Victorian to sophisticated Art Deco.This mammoth River North space is within walking distance of
Jazz Record Mart
Chicago
This is possibly the best jazz record store in the country. For novices, the "Killers Rack" displays albums that the store's owners consider essential to any jazz collection. Besides jazz, there are bins filled with blues, Latin, and "New Music." The albums are filed alphabetically and by category (vocals, big band, and so on), and there are a couple of turntables to help you spend wisely. Jazz Record Mart also features a stage and seating for 50, where local and national artists coming through town entertain with in-store performances.This is possibly the best jazz record store in the
Kavi Gupta Gallery
Chicago
Owner Kavi Gupta is widely credited with kicking off the West Loop art scene when he developed this property as a home for new galleries. Gupta specializes in contemporary art by national and international emerging artists, so you never quite know what you're going to see here. Also worth checking out in the same building are the Carrie Secrist Gallery (tel. 312/491-0917) and Thomas McCormick Gallery (tel. 312/226-6800).Owner Kavi Gupta is widely credited with kicking off the
Kiva Day Spa
Chicago
Kiva is the city's reigning "super spa," and is named for the round ceremonial space used by Native Americans seeking to quiet, cleanse, and relax the spirit. The two-floor, 6,000-square-foot space offers spa, salon, nutrition, and apothecary services, and a nutritional-juice-and-snack bar in a setting that evokes its namesake inspiration. The round first-floor salon is equipped with a massive granite circular counter surrounded by hair-care, facial, and aromatherapy products and body massage oils.Kiva is the city's reigning "super spa," and is named
Little Strummer
Chicago
This compact store is located in the Old Town School of Folk Music, which offers music classes for children, and stocks every kind of mini-instrument imaginable, from accordions and guitars to wind chimes and music boxes. There's also a good selection of music-related games and kids' CDs.This compact store is located in the Old Town School
Lori's Designer Shoes
Chicago
Lori's looks like a local version of Payless Shoes (shoeboxes stacked on the floor and women surrounded by piles of heels and boots), but the designer names on most of those shoes prove that this is a step above your typical discount store. A mecca for the shoe-obsessed, Lori's stocks all the latest styles, at prices that average 10% to 30% below department-store rates.Lori's looks like a local version of Payless Shoes (shoeboxes
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Chicago Place
Chicago
This mall's main claim to fame is as the home of upscale retailer Saks Fifth Avenue. The rest of the stores here are not as exclusive; in fact, the mall as a whole lacks a clear identity. You'll find a few home-decor and clothing stores here -- but the main draw is the food court on the top floor.This mall's main claim to fame is as the home
Chicago Tribune Store
Chicago
Yes, you'll find plenty of newspaper-logo T-shirts and Cubs hats here (the Tribune Company owns the team), but this shop, located on the ground floor of the newspaper offices, also has a great collection of books. You can also order reproductions of past Tribune front pages or color prints of photos from the newspaper's archives.Yes, you'll find plenty of newspaper-logo T-shirts and Cubs hats
City of Chicago Store
Chicago
Located in the Water Works Visitor Center right off Michigan Avenue, this is a convenient stop for Chicago-related souvenirs and gifts, including truly one-of-a-kind pieces of retired municipal equipment (although the parking meters I've seen for sale here might be a little hard to stuff in your suitcase).Located in the Water Works Visitor Center right off Michigan
Clever Alice
Chicago
This River North shop attracts a clientele of stylish professional women who want polished looks. While the clothes here are body-conscious (including a good selection of hard-to-find European lines), the staff takes the time to help shoppers find pieces that fit and flatter. Don't miss the store's own clothing line, Alice in Oz.This River North shop attracts a clientele of stylish professional
Donald Young Gallery
Chicago
Renowned on the contemporary-art scene since the late 1970s, Donald Young is one of Chicago's most high-profile art dealers. His very dramatic West Loop gallery is a haven for critically acclaimed artists working in video, sculpture, photography, painting, and installation, including Anne Chu, Gary Hill, Martin Puryear, Bruce Nauman, Cristina Iglesias, Robert Mangold, and Charles Ray.Renowned on the contemporary-art scene since the late 1970s, Donald
Douglas Dawson Gallery
Chicago
Offering a unique perspective to the Chicago art scene, Douglas Dawson specializes in ancient and historic ethnographic art -- everything from tribal textiles to furniture, although a principal focus is African ceramics. The gallery's spectacular loft space in the West Loop looks like a museum.Offering a unique perspective to the Chicago art scene, Douglas
Dusty Groove America
Chicago
In 1996, using a rickety old PC, Rick Wojcik and John Schauer founded an online record store at www.dustygroove.com. Since then, the operation has expanded in both cyberspace and the real world. Dusty Groove covers a lot of ground, selling soul, funk, jazz, Brazilian, lounge, Latin, and hip-hop music on new and used vinyl and CDs. For the most part, selections are either rare, imported, or both.In 1996, using a rickety old PC, Rick Wojcik and
Ethel's Chocolate Lounge
Chicago
A celebration of all things chocolate, this bright, candy-colored cafe has a distinctly feminine vibe; I have yet to see a group of guys huddling on one of the hot-pink couches. But what better way to catch up with a girlfriend than over a selection of gourmet truffles or a pot of hot chocolate? The chocolates are a tad pricy -- more than a dollar per piece -- but they run the range from espresso-flavored truffles to the "Etheltini" (a dark chocolate square spiked with vodka and dry vermouth). Ethel's also has locations inside the 900 N. Michigan Avenue mall (tel. 312/440-9747) and along the Armitage Avenue shopping strip, 819 W. Armitage Ave. (tel. 773/281-0029).A celebration of all things chocolate, this bright, candy-colored cafe
Fantasy Costumes
Chicago
Not exactly a toy store, this sprawling costume shop (covering an entire city block) is nonetheless devoted to make-believe and is just as fun. The store stocks more than a million items, including 800 styles of masks (priced $1-$200) and all the accessories and makeup needed to complete any costume. There's also a full-service wig salon here.Not exactly a toy store, this sprawling costume shop (covering
Fox & Obel
Chicago
The city's top gourmet market is a foodie paradise: from the wide selection of specialty cheeses to the mouth-watering display of desserts. Browsing the shelves is like taking a minitour through the best specialty foods from around the world (and I dare you to walk through the bakery section without buying a loaf of freshly baked bread). An easy walk to Navy Pier and the lakefront, it's a great place to pick up a picnic lunch or a bottle of wine and some chocolates to enjoy late-night in your hotel room. There's also an in-store cafe if you want to take a break while strolling around the Michigan Avenue area.The city's top gourmet market is a foodie paradise: from
Fox's
Chicago
This no-frills shop near Armitage Avenue offers designer clothing at a steep discount. The downside: Most clothing labels are cut out, so you might not know exactly which A-list name you're buying, but the last time I was here, I heard a woman telling a friend that she'd seen the same clothes in Saks, a sure sign that Fox's stays up-to-date with the fashion pulse.This no-frills shop near Armitage Avenue offers designer clothing at
G'Bani
Chicago
On the corner of Oak and State streets, this funky, European-style boutique caters to men and women unfulfilled by designs made for the masses. The owner, a former fashion buyer for several high-style stores abroad, sells upscale clothing and shoes skewed toward fit fashionistas in their 20s through their 40s. Expect high style, not comfort; towering heels are the norm here.On the corner of Oak and State streets, this funky,
G.R. N'Namdi Gallery
Chicago
George N'Namdi founded his gallery, which specializes in African-American artists, 2 decades ago in the Detroit area. His son Jumaane operates this location (there's also another in New York). Artists they've helped bring to the attention of museums and art collectors include James Vanderzee, Al Loving, Edward Clark, and Robert Colescott.George N'Namdi founded his gallery, which specializes in African-American artists,
Ghirardelli Chocolate Shop & Soda Fountain
Chicago
This Midwest outpost of the famed San Francisco chocolatier, just a half-block off the Mag Mile, gets swamped in the summer, so good thing they've got their soda-fountain assembly line down to a science. Besides the incredible hot-fudge sundaes, there's a veritable mudslide of chocolate bars, hot-cocoa drink mixes, and chocolate-covered espresso beans to tempt your sweet tooth.This Midwest outpost of the famed San Francisco chocolatier, just
Goddess & Grocer
Chicago
This upscale version of a neighborhood deli stocks everything you need for a mouthwatering lunch or dinner on the go -- from specialty sandwiches to chicken and pasta dishes to freshly baked cookies and brownies. The prepared foods are a few notches above the standard takeout spot (wild Alaskan salmon; wild mushroom risotto), and the staff can put together meals for any occasion, from a catered business lunch to a romantic evening picnic at Millennium Park. There are also good selections of wine and prepackaged snacks. The same owners run another, smaller, outpost in Bucktown, 1646 N. Damen Ave, at North Ave. (tel. 773/342-3200).This upscale version of a neighborhood deli stocks everything you
Grow
Chicago
For a look at the future of baby style, trek out to this trendy boutique in the rapidly gentrifying West Division Street neighborhood. The bright, open space showcases streamlined, ultramodern kids' furniture (such as bubble-shaped high chairs that would look right at home on The Jetsons), as well as clothing made of organic fabrics. Sure, many of the environmentally friendly products on display are out of most parents' price range, but families that have had their fill of plastic kiddy gear will have fun browsing here.For a look at the future of baby style, trek
Habit
Chicago
On the southwestern fringe of Wicker Park, oh-so-hip West Division Street is the latest destination of choice for independent-minded shoppers. This cool-but-welcoming clothing boutique is emblematic of the neighborhood, mixing edgy looks with a laid-back attitude. Come here to find one-of-a-kind pieces from emerging designers (about half of them Chicago-based); styles range from pretty, work-appropriate dresses to funky, deconstructed leather vests.On the southwestern fringe of Wicker Park, oh-so-hip West Division
House of Glunz
Chicago
Not only is this Chicago's oldest wine shop, but it's also the oldest in the Midwest, with an inventory of 1,500 wines dating back to 1811. The shop periodically cracks open a few of its vintage wines for special wine-tasting events, but not all the selections here are rare or expensive. There's a stock of modern wines from California and Europe, and the knowledgeable owners are able to steer you to the right bottle to fit your budget.Not only is this Chicago's oldest wine shop, but it's
Ikram
Chicago
Run by Ikram Goldman, a former saleswoman at well-known women's clothing store Ultimo , this shop stocks all the big names, from Alexander McQueen to Yohji Yamamoto -- and whatever else Vogue has declared "hot" for the season. Tucked among the high-priced pieces are jewelry, stationery, and decorative accessories that give the place a personal touch.Run by Ikram Goldman, a former saleswoman at well-known women's
Jay Robert's Antique Warehouse
Chicago
This mammoth River North space is within walking distance of downtown hotels, but you'll need comfortable shoes to explore all 50,000 square feet. The selection is wildly eclectic: fine furniture that includes fireplaces, stained glass, statues, tapestries, and an impressive selection of antique clocks in a variety of styles ranging from elaborate Victorian to sophisticated Art Deco.This mammoth River North space is within walking distance of
Jazz Record Mart
Chicago
This is possibly the best jazz record store in the country. For novices, the "Killers Rack" displays albums that the store's owners consider essential to any jazz collection. Besides jazz, there are bins filled with blues, Latin, and "New Music." The albums are filed alphabetically and by category (vocals, big band, and so on), and there are a couple of turntables to help you spend wisely. Jazz Record Mart also features a stage and seating for 50, where local and national artists coming through town entertain with in-store performances.This is possibly the best jazz record store in the
Kavi Gupta Gallery
Chicago
Owner Kavi Gupta is widely credited with kicking off the West Loop art scene when he developed this property as a home for new galleries. Gupta specializes in contemporary art by national and international emerging artists, so you never quite know what you're going to see here. Also worth checking out in the same building are the Carrie Secrist Gallery (tel. 312/491-0917) and Thomas McCormick Gallery (tel. 312/226-6800).Owner Kavi Gupta is widely credited with kicking off the
Kiva Day Spa
Chicago
Kiva is the city's reigning "super spa," and is named for the round ceremonial space used by Native Americans seeking to quiet, cleanse, and relax the spirit. The two-floor, 6,000-square-foot space offers spa, salon, nutrition, and apothecary services, and a nutritional-juice-and-snack bar in a setting that evokes its namesake inspiration. The round first-floor salon is equipped with a massive granite circular counter surrounded by hair-care, facial, and aromatherapy products and body massage oils.Kiva is the city's reigning "super spa," and is named
Little Strummer
Chicago
This compact store is located in the Old Town School of Folk Music, which offers music classes for children, and stocks every kind of mini-instrument imaginable, from accordions and guitars to wind chimes and music boxes. There's also a good selection of music-related games and kids' CDs.This compact store is located in the Old Town School
Lori's Designer Shoes
Chicago
Lori's looks like a local version of Payless Shoes (shoeboxes stacked on the floor and women surrounded by piles of heels and boots), but the designer names on most of those shoes prove that this is a step above your typical discount store. A mecca for the shoe-obsessed, Lori's stocks all the latest styles, at prices that average 10% to 30% below department-store rates.Lori's looks like a local version of Payless Shoes (shoeboxes
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