September 8, 2009

Workshop Chicago

  Pilsen, Fashion, Ecofriendly, Indie Designers

December 22, 2006

Lissa on Maxwell Chicago

Brimming with hip, exclusive designer goods (Willow, Winifred Grace, Lerario Beatriz, Jarbo) and accessories, Lissa is a true diamond in the rough.

  University Village, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Exclusives

July 27, 2006

Shebang Chicago

The slip of a shop gives indie and emerging women’s accessories designers their due. Splurge on little luxuries, such as Lotus croc wallets, Alexis Bittar pearl earrings, and 49 Sq. Miles hobo bags.

  West Town, Fashion, Indie Designers, Neighborhood Gem

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

August 29, 2008

Hazel Chicago

Sweet neighborhood one-stop shop has stationery, jewelry, flowers, gifts, and more.

  Ravenswood, Fashion, Local Artists, Neighborhood Gem

December 5, 2007

Apartment Number 9 Chicago

Men’s boutique sells brand names in a sweet neighborhood setting.

  Bucktown, Fashion, Neighborhood Gem

August 9, 2007

Bess & Loie Chicago

  Fulton Market, Fashion, Charmer, Designer Clothing

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