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

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

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 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

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

February 16, 2007

Habit Chicago

Props to owner/designer Lindsey Boland for discovering indie up-and-comers who eventually hit it big (Abigail Glaum-Lathbury, Lara Miller). Stock changes frequently.

  Wicker Park, Fashion, Indie Designers, Local Designers

November 28, 2006

P.45 Chicago

At more than ten years old, the Bucktown retail pioneer still generates enough buzz to power an electrical compound. Considering a selection that includes 3.1 Phillip Lim skirts, Dallin Chase dresses, and Kézha Hatier necklaces, it’s no wonder.

  Wicker Park, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Exclusives

August 16, 2006

Ouest Chicago

Designers include Sonia Rykiel, Barbara Bui, Phillip Lim, and Rozae Nichols. An on-site tailor makes everything easier.

  Wicker Park, Fashion, Designer Clothing

May 8, 2006

Tangerine Chicago

  Bucktown, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Neighborhood Gem