September 8, 2009

Copenhagen Cyclery Chicago

Let ’er ride, with a hip bike from the Euro experts. Sleekly designed cycles include the Danish Velorbis and the Italian Abici.

  West Town, Fashion

March 24, 2009

Mulberry & Me Chicago

Owner Jana Zacek is one fun gal: She’ll style you and pour you champagne at the same time. Sift through Mulberry’s ever-changing selection of exclusives and get spot-on advice from Zacek.

  East Village, Fashion, Cozy, Designer Clothing

November 13, 2008

Connect Chicago

Formerly known as Nau, the shop still stocks the eco-conscious brand’s entire collection (cargo pants, tanks, wrap skirts, more). Orders can be delivered within the city via bicycle; word to your mother (Earth).

  West Town, Fashion, Delivery, Ecofriendly

October 29, 2008

Eskell Chicago

Pop into this sweet boutique and find lines both vintage and new (Iro Carr, American Retro, Quail, In God We Trust). Great shoes, bags, and belts, too.

  Wicker Park, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Indie Designers

May 30, 2008

Le Dress Chicago

The dress selection at Eva and Robyn Anderson’s boutique doesn’t stop at little black. Find styles like tanks, sheaths, wraps, and more by fave designers (Milly, Shoshanna, Trina Turk) — some priced as low as $40.

  East Village, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Mom-and-Pop

May 8, 2008

Intermix Chicago

If you can drop a dime, drop it here. A well-edited selection of designer duds, bags, and jewels for the ever-fashionable.

  West Town, Fashion, Designer Clothing

September 24, 2007

Una Mae's Chicago

Shop the vintage section upstairs (shoes, tops, dresses) and hit the ground floor for new finds (Insight, L.A. Made, Tulle, Erica Weiner jewelry) with an edge.

  Wicker Park, Fashion, Indie Designers, Neighborhood Gem

August 1, 2007

Renegade Handmade Chicago

Even if you don’t know DIY from DUI, you’ll love the shop’s wares — a colorful mix of clothing, stationery, decor, and gifts created by indie crafters, both locally and nationally lauded.

  Wicker Park, Fashion, Local Designers, Neighborhood Gem

May 7, 2007

Bonnie & Clyde's Chicago

Suit yourself and your man at this fashion-forward haunt. Vivienne Westwood, Jeffrey Sebelia, Christian Siriano, Ivan Grundahl, and amazing local hat designer Samsara.

  East Village, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Indie