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1154-Lill-Studio
Chicago
Purse-a-holics and wannabe designers will find fashion heaven at this custom-handbag shop. Pick a style (which includes everything from evening purses to diaper bags), and then browse the huge selection of fabrics to create your own custom interior and exterior. Your finished creation can be picked up in a few weeks or shipped to your home. Not feeling particularly creative? There's also a selection of premade bags. Personal handbag parties can be arranged for groups of five or more.Purse-a-holics and wannabe designers will find fashion heaven at this
900-North-Michigan-Shops
Chicago
The most upscale of the Magnificent Mile's four vertical malls, 900 North Michigan (often called the Bloomingdale's building, for its most prominent tenant), avoids the tumult of Water Tower Place by appealing to a more well-heeled shopper. In addition to about 70 stores, there are a few good restaurants and a movie theater on the lower level. The Chicago outpost of Gucci (ground floor; tel. 312/664-5504) has the same hip attitude as the label's sexy clothing and much-in-demand purses. Also on the ground floor is MaxMara (tel. 312/475-9500), the Italian women's fashion house known for elegantly constructed coats and separates (some of which will cost you about as much as a flight to Italy). Other goodies worth checking out include funky European footwear at Charles David (second floor; tel. 312/944-9013), amazingly intricate French glassware at Lalique (ground floor; tel. 312/867-1787), and an eclectic selection of hats, mittens, scarves, and other accessories at Glove Me Tender (fifth floor; tel. 312/664-4022), which should be your first stop if you're caught here during an unexpected cold spell.The most upscale of the Magnificent Mile's four vertical malls,
Abraham-Lincoln-Book-Shop
Chicago
This bookstore boasts one of the country's most outstanding collections of Lincolniana, from rare and antique books about the 16th president to collectible signatures, letters, and other documents illuminating the lives of other U.S. presidents and historical figures. The shop carries new historical and academic works, too.This bookstore boasts one of the country's most outstanding collections
Alan-Koppel-Gallery
Chicago
This expansive gallery showcases modern and contemporary works of art as well as French and Italian furniture from the '20s through the '50s (in a separate area). Koppel also specializes in 20th-century photography, so if you're hankering for something by Diane Arbus, Man Ray, or Walker Evans, this is the place to look.This expansive gallery showcases modern and contemporary works of art
Aldo-Castillo-Gallery
Chicago
Aldo Castillo left his native Nicaragua in 1976, shortly after the Sandinistas began their revolution against the Somoza regime. He arrived in Chicago in 1985 and, 8 years later, appalled at the lack of attention given to Latin American art, opened his eponymous gallery in Lakeview, moving to his present River North location in 1993. Castillo continues to promote a range of work by emerging artists and established masters from Latin America, Spain, and Portugal. Aldo Castillo left his native
All-She-Wrote
Chicago
One of the many owner-operated specialty shops along Armitage Avenue, All She Wrote stocks a fun mix of cards and notepaper, all with a lighthearted, whimsical feel.One of the many owner-operated specialty shops along Armitage Avenue,
Alternatives
Chicago
This locally owned shoe-store chain offers far more than Doc Marten wannabe designs; you'll find cutting-edge styles for men and women that are more affordable than you'd find in designer boutiques.This locally owned shoe-store chain offers far more than Doc
Ann-Nathan-Gallery
Chicago
Ann Nathan, who started out as a collector, shows exciting (and sometimes outrageous) pieces in clay, wood, and metal -- along with paintings, photographs, and \"functional art\" (pieces that blur the line between furniture and sculpture). Nathan's space in the center of the River North district is one of the most beautiful in the city.Ann Nathan, who started out as a collector, shows exciting
Apartment-Number-9
Chicago
Chicago men aren't renowned for their sense of style; most get by just fine with a wardrobe of baseball hats and sports-team T-shirts. But a few stores cater to hip young dudes, and this is the most stylish of the bunch. The clothing selection is trendy but not outrageous, with a good selection from menswear designers such as John Varvatos, Nicole Farhi, and Paul Smith, among other up-and-coming names.Chicago men aren't renowned for their sense of style; most
ArchiCenter-Shop
Chicago
Stop here for the coolest gifts in town. This bright, sleek shop is part of the Chicago Architecture Foundation, so everything in stock -- including photography books, tour guides, stationery, and kids' toys -- has a definite sense of style. Whether you're in the market for a $900 reproduction of a vase from Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House or more affordable black-and-white photos of the city skyline, it's well worth a visit.Stop here for the coolest gifts in town. This bright,
Architectural-Artifacts-Inc
Chicago
Chicago has a handful of salvage specialists who cater to the design trades and retail customers seeking an unusual architectural piece for their homes. This one is the best and is well worth seeking out at its location next to the Metra train line in the far-northwest corner of the city's Lakeview neighborhood. Its brightly lit, well-organized, cavernous showroom features everything from original mantels and garden ornaments to vintage bathroom hardware and American and French Art Deco lighting fixtures. The store also has a museum on the lower level to display portions of historically significant buildings.Chicago has a handful of salvage specialists who cater to
Art-+-Science
Chicago
This Lincoln Park spot, just steps from the Armitage Avenue shopping strip, may look a little intimidating from outside, but the ambience inside is welcoming. Stylists can get as creative as you want, but most clients here are young professional women who want the same basic cut as everyone else. There's also another location in Wicker Park at 1552 N. Milwaukee Ave. (tel. 773/227-HAIR).This Lincoln Park spot, just steps from the Armitage Avenue
Art-Effect
Chicago
Classifying this wonderfully eclectic Armitage Avenue shop is no easy task (the owners refer to it as a \"modern day general store\"). It's got everything from aromatherapy oils and kitchen mixing bowls designed by cookbook author Nigella Lawson to handcrafted jewelry and gag gifts, not to mention a whole room devoted to hippie-chic women's clothing. The merchandise has a definite female slant, with a vibe that's young and irreverent rather than fussy, but the laid-back, friendly sales staff makes everyone feel welcome. The wide, unpredictable selection makes this one of my favorite browsing spots in town.Classifying this wonderfully eclectic Armitage Avenue shop is no easy
Barnes-and-Noble
Chicago
This two-level Gold Coast store comes complete with a cafe in case you get the munchies while perusing the miles of books. There's another store in Lincoln Park, at 659 W. Diversey Ave., 1 block west of Clark Street (tel. 773/871-9004), and one at 1441 W. Webster Ave., at Clybourn Avenue (tel. 773/871-3610).This two-level Gold Coast store comes complete with a cafe
Barneys-New-York
Chicago
The first Midwest outpost of Barneys has the same look and feel of the New York original: minimalist-chic decor, high-priced fashions, and a fair amount of attitude from the sales staff. That said, the store has a stellar -- if high-priced -- shoe selection, along with always-interesting home accessories and a fun-to-browse cosmetics area full of specialty beauty products. In Lincoln Park, not far from the Armitage Avenue shopping district, you'll find Barneys Co-Op, 2209-11 N. Halsted St., at Webster Street (tel. 773/248-0426), which features collections from younger, up-and-coming designers -- and lots of denim.The first Midwest outpost of Barneys has the same look
Beatnix
Chicago
This solid vintage store, good for day-to-day and dress-up items, also carries a huge selection of old tuxes. Both men's and women's apparel are available.This solid vintage store, good for day-to-day and dress-up items,
Binnys-Beverage-Depot
Chicago
This River North purveyor of fermented libations is housed in a delightfully no-frills warehouse space and offers an enormous selection of wine, beer, and spirits -- often at discounted prices. Binny's has a second, smaller location at 3000 N. Clark St. (tel. 773/935-9400).This River North purveyor of fermented libations is housed in
Bittersweet
Chicago
Run by Judy Contino, one of the city's top pastry chefs and bakers, this Lakeview cafe and shop is sought out by brides-to-be and trained palates who have a yen for gourmet cakes, cookies, tarts, and ladyfingers. The rich chocolate mousse cake, a specialty of the house, is out of this world.Run by Judy Contino, one of the city's top pastry
Bloomingdales
Chicago
Though not as large as the New York original, Chicago's Bloomingdale's appeals to stylish shoppers looking for just a bit of urban edge. The shoe department has a good range (with serious markdowns during semiannual sales), and a special section is devoted to souvenir Bloomingdale's logo merchandise.Though not as large as the New York original, Chicago's
Borders
Chicago
You couldn't ask for a better location, right across from Water Tower Place. This place is like a mini department store, with books, magazines, CDs, and computer software spread over four floors, and a cafe with a view overlooking the Mag Mile. There's also a Borders in the Loop at 150 N. State St., at Randolph Street (tel. 312/606-0750), and one in Lincoln Park at 2817 N. Clark St., at Diversey Avenue (tel. 773/935-3909).You couldn't ask for a better location, right across from
Broadway-Antique-Market
Chicago
Visiting Hollywood prop stylists and local interior designers flock here to find 20th-century antiques in near-perfect condition. In this two-level, 20,000-square-foot vintage megamart, you'll spot both pricey pieces (for example, an Arne Jacobsen egg chair) and affordable collectibles for less than $100 (Roseville pottery, Art Deco barware, Peter Max scarves).Visiting Hollywood prop stylists and local interior designers flock here
Carl-Hammer-Gallery
Chicago
A former schoolteacher and one of the most venerated dealers in Chicago, Carl Hammer touts his wares as \"contemporary art and selected historical masterworks by American and European self-taught artists\" -- but it's the \"self-taught\" part that warrants emphasis. Hammer helped pioneer the field known as \"outsider art,\" which has since become a white-hot commodity in the international art world.A former schoolteacher and one of the most venerated dealers
Catherine-Edelman-Gallery
Chicago
One of Chicago's leading galleries in contemporary photography, Catherine Edelman represents a wide range of photographers, including well-known names such as Sally Mann. Across the street, Stephen Daiter Gallery, 311 W. Superior St. (tel. 312/787-3350), also specializes in photography.One of Chicago's leading galleries in contemporary photography, Catherine Edelman
Charles-Ifergan
Chicago
Charles Ifergan, one of the city's top salons, caters to the ladies-who-lunch, and his rates, which vary according to the seniority of the stylist, are relatively high. But if you're a little daring, you can get a cut for the price of the tip on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings when junior stylists do their thing gratis -- under the watchful eye of Monsieur Ifergan (call tel. 312/640-7444 between 10am and 4pm to make an appointment for that night).Charles Ifergan, one of the city's top salons, caters to
Chasalla
Chicago
More low-key than many of its Oak Street neighbors, this cozy, minimalist boutique specializes in men's and women's clothing from designers' younger, slightly more affordable labels, including Versace's Versus, D&G, Hugo Red Label, and Cinque.More low-key than many of its Oak Street neighbors, this
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1154-Lill-Studio
Chicago
Purse-a-holics and wannabe designers will find fashion heaven at this custom-handbag shop. Pick a style (which includes everything from evening purses to diaper bags), and then browse the huge selection of fabrics to create your own custom interior and exterior. Your finished creation can be picked up in a few weeks or shipped to your home. Not feeling particularly creative? There's also a selection of premade bags. Personal handbag parties can be arranged for groups of five or more.Purse-a-holics and wannabe designers will find fashion heaven at this
900-North-Michigan-Shops
Chicago
The most upscale of the Magnificent Mile's four vertical malls, 900 North Michigan (often called the Bloomingdale's building, for its most prominent tenant), avoids the tumult of Water Tower Place by appealing to a more well-heeled shopper. In addition to about 70 stores, there are a few good restaurants and a movie theater on the lower level. The Chicago outpost of Gucci (ground floor; tel. 312/664-5504) has the same hip attitude as the label's sexy clothing and much-in-demand purses. Also on the ground floor is MaxMara (tel. 312/475-9500), the Italian women's fashion house known for elegantly constructed coats and separates (some of which will cost you about as much as a flight to Italy). Other goodies worth checking out include funky European footwear at Charles David (second floor; tel. 312/944-9013), amazingly intricate French glassware at Lalique (ground floor; tel. 312/867-1787), and an eclectic selection of hats, mittens, scarves, and other accessories at Glove Me Tender (fifth floor; tel. 312/664-4022), which should be your first stop if you're caught here during an unexpected cold spell.The most upscale of the Magnificent Mile's four vertical malls,
Abraham-Lincoln-Book-Shop
Chicago
This bookstore boasts one of the country's most outstanding collections of Lincolniana, from rare and antique books about the 16th president to collectible signatures, letters, and other documents illuminating the lives of other U.S. presidents and historical figures. The shop carries new historical and academic works, too.This bookstore boasts one of the country's most outstanding collections
Alan-Koppel-Gallery
Chicago
This expansive gallery showcases modern and contemporary works of art as well as French and Italian furniture from the '20s through the '50s (in a separate area). Koppel also specializes in 20th-century photography, so if you're hankering for something by Diane Arbus, Man Ray, or Walker Evans, this is the place to look.This expansive gallery showcases modern and contemporary works of art
Aldo-Castillo-Gallery
Chicago
Aldo Castillo left his native Nicaragua in 1976, shortly after the Sandinistas began their revolution against the Somoza regime. He arrived in Chicago in 1985 and, 8 years later, appalled at the lack of attention given to Latin American art, opened his eponymous gallery in Lakeview, moving to his present River North location in 1993. Castillo continues to promote a range of work by emerging artists and established masters from Latin America, Spain, and Portugal. Aldo Castillo left his native
All-She-Wrote
Chicago
One of the many owner-operated specialty shops along Armitage Avenue, All She Wrote stocks a fun mix of cards and notepaper, all with a lighthearted, whimsical feel.One of the many owner-operated specialty shops along Armitage Avenue,
Alternatives
Chicago
This locally owned shoe-store chain offers far more than Doc Marten wannabe designs; you'll find cutting-edge styles for men and women that are more affordable than you'd find in designer boutiques.This locally owned shoe-store chain offers far more than Doc
Ann-Nathan-Gallery
Chicago
Ann Nathan, who started out as a collector, shows exciting (and sometimes outrageous) pieces in clay, wood, and metal -- along with paintings, photographs, and \"functional art\" (pieces that blur the line between furniture and sculpture). Nathan's space in the center of the River North district is one of the most beautiful in the city.Ann Nathan, who started out as a collector, shows exciting
Apartment-Number-9
Chicago
Chicago men aren't renowned for their sense of style; most get by just fine with a wardrobe of baseball hats and sports-team T-shirts. But a few stores cater to hip young dudes, and this is the most stylish of the bunch. The clothing selection is trendy but not outrageous, with a good selection from menswear designers such as John Varvatos, Nicole Farhi, and Paul Smith, among other up-and-coming names.Chicago men aren't renowned for their sense of style; most
ArchiCenter-Shop
Chicago
Stop here for the coolest gifts in town. This bright, sleek shop is part of the Chicago Architecture Foundation, so everything in stock -- including photography books, tour guides, stationery, and kids' toys -- has a definite sense of style. Whether you're in the market for a $900 reproduction of a vase from Frank Lloyd Wright's Robie House or more affordable black-and-white photos of the city skyline, it's well worth a visit.Stop here for the coolest gifts in town. This bright,
Architectural-Artifacts-Inc
Chicago
Chicago has a handful of salvage specialists who cater to the design trades and retail customers seeking an unusual architectural piece for their homes. This one is the best and is well worth seeking out at its location next to the Metra train line in the far-northwest corner of the city's Lakeview neighborhood. Its brightly lit, well-organized, cavernous showroom features everything from original mantels and garden ornaments to vintage bathroom hardware and American and French Art Deco lighting fixtures. The store also has a museum on the lower level to display portions of historically significant buildings.Chicago has a handful of salvage specialists who cater to
Art-+-Science
Chicago
This Lincoln Park spot, just steps from the Armitage Avenue shopping strip, may look a little intimidating from outside, but the ambience inside is welcoming. Stylists can get as creative as you want, but most clients here are young professional women who want the same basic cut as everyone else. There's also another location in Wicker Park at 1552 N. Milwaukee Ave. (tel. 773/227-HAIR).This Lincoln Park spot, just steps from the Armitage Avenue
Art-Effect
Chicago
Classifying this wonderfully eclectic Armitage Avenue shop is no easy task (the owners refer to it as a \"modern day general store\"). It's got everything from aromatherapy oils and kitchen mixing bowls designed by cookbook author Nigella Lawson to handcrafted jewelry and gag gifts, not to mention a whole room devoted to hippie-chic women's clothing. The merchandise has a definite female slant, with a vibe that's young and irreverent rather than fussy, but the laid-back, friendly sales staff makes everyone feel welcome. The wide, unpredictable selection makes this one of my favorite browsing spots in town.Classifying this wonderfully eclectic Armitage Avenue shop is no easy
Barnes-and-Noble
Chicago
This two-level Gold Coast store comes complete with a cafe in case you get the munchies while perusing the miles of books. There's another store in Lincoln Park, at 659 W. Diversey Ave., 1 block west of Clark Street (tel. 773/871-9004), and one at 1441 W. Webster Ave., at Clybourn Avenue (tel. 773/871-3610).This two-level Gold Coast store comes complete with a cafe
Barneys-New-York
Chicago
The first Midwest outpost of Barneys has the same look and feel of the New York original: minimalist-chic decor, high-priced fashions, and a fair amount of attitude from the sales staff. That said, the store has a stellar -- if high-priced -- shoe selection, along with always-interesting home accessories and a fun-to-browse cosmetics area full of specialty beauty products. In Lincoln Park, not far from the Armitage Avenue shopping district, you'll find Barneys Co-Op, 2209-11 N. Halsted St., at Webster Street (tel. 773/248-0426), which features collections from younger, up-and-coming designers -- and lots of denim.The first Midwest outpost of Barneys has the same look
Beatnix
Chicago
This solid vintage store, good for day-to-day and dress-up items, also carries a huge selection of old tuxes. Both men's and women's apparel are available.This solid vintage store, good for day-to-day and dress-up items,
Binnys-Beverage-Depot
Chicago
This River North purveyor of fermented libations is housed in a delightfully no-frills warehouse space and offers an enormous selection of wine, beer, and spirits -- often at discounted prices. Binny's has a second, smaller location at 3000 N. Clark St. (tel. 773/935-9400).This River North purveyor of fermented libations is housed in
Bittersweet
Chicago
Run by Judy Contino, one of the city's top pastry chefs and bakers, this Lakeview cafe and shop is sought out by brides-to-be and trained palates who have a yen for gourmet cakes, cookies, tarts, and ladyfingers. The rich chocolate mousse cake, a specialty of the house, is out of this world.Run by Judy Contino, one of the city's top pastry
Bloomingdales
Chicago
Though not as large as the New York original, Chicago's Bloomingdale's appeals to stylish shoppers looking for just a bit of urban edge. The shoe department has a good range (with serious markdowns during semiannual sales), and a special section is devoted to souvenir Bloomingdale's logo merchandise.Though not as large as the New York original, Chicago's
Borders
Chicago
You couldn't ask for a better location, right across from Water Tower Place. This place is like a mini department store, with books, magazines, CDs, and computer software spread over four floors, and a cafe with a view overlooking the Mag Mile. There's also a Borders in the Loop at 150 N. State St., at Randolph Street (tel. 312/606-0750), and one in Lincoln Park at 2817 N. Clark St., at Diversey Avenue (tel. 773/935-3909).You couldn't ask for a better location, right across from
Broadway-Antique-Market
Chicago
Visiting Hollywood prop stylists and local interior designers flock here to find 20th-century antiques in near-perfect condition. In this two-level, 20,000-square-foot vintage megamart, you'll spot both pricey pieces (for example, an Arne Jacobsen egg chair) and affordable collectibles for less than $100 (Roseville pottery, Art Deco barware, Peter Max scarves).Visiting Hollywood prop stylists and local interior designers flock here
Carl-Hammer-Gallery
Chicago
A former schoolteacher and one of the most venerated dealers in Chicago, Carl Hammer touts his wares as \"contemporary art and selected historical masterworks by American and European self-taught artists\" -- but it's the \"self-taught\" part that warrants emphasis. Hammer helped pioneer the field known as \"outsider art,\" which has since become a white-hot commodity in the international art world.A former schoolteacher and one of the most venerated dealers
Catherine-Edelman-Gallery
Chicago
One of Chicago's leading galleries in contemporary photography, Catherine Edelman represents a wide range of photographers, including well-known names such as Sally Mann. Across the street, Stephen Daiter Gallery, 311 W. Superior St. (tel. 312/787-3350), also specializes in photography.One of Chicago's leading galleries in contemporary photography, Catherine Edelman
Charles-Ifergan
Chicago
Charles Ifergan, one of the city's top salons, caters to the ladies-who-lunch, and his rates, which vary according to the seniority of the stylist, are relatively high. But if you're a little daring, you can get a cut for the price of the tip on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings when junior stylists do their thing gratis -- under the watchful eye of Monsieur Ifergan (call tel. 312/640-7444 between 10am and 4pm to make an appointment for that night).Charles Ifergan, one of the city's top salons, caters to
Chasalla
Chicago
More low-key than many of its Oak Street neighbors, this cozy, minimalist boutique specializes in men's and women's clothing from designers' younger, slightly more affordable labels, including Versace's Versus, D&G, Hugo Red Label, and Cinque.More low-key than many of its Oak Street neighbors, this
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