August 9, 2007

Bess & Loie Chicago

  Fulton Market, Fashion, Charmer, Designer Clothing

June 20, 2008

SheShe/Hunny Boutiques Chicago

Relocated from Barrington, the connected shops carry clothing and accessories, respectively, and favor pieces worn by celebs (J Brand jeans, Lana jewelry, Rebecca Taylor tops).

  Bucktown, 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

June 26, 2007

Ikram Chicago

Proprietor Ikram Goldman is an internationally cited expert on fashion, and it shows in her selection of designer pieces by Alexander McQueen, Halston, Lanvin, Proenza Schouler, and others.

  Near North Side, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Neighborhood Gem

April 23, 2007

Florodora Chicago

Drop by the shop’s home, the Loop’s historic Monadnock Building, to see one of the world’s first skyscrapers. Leave with a thoroughly modern Lara Miller dress, Latico bag, or Hanky Panky thong.

  The Loop, Fashion, Local Designers, Neighborhood Gem

November 16, 2006

Belle Vie Bridal Couture Chicago

Brides are waited on, ringed hand and foot, at Amanda Bonnell’s exclusive-feeling salon, where designer dresses (Reem Acra, Anne Barge, Christian Lacroix, others) bathe in the light of a crystal chandelier.

  Gold Coast, Fashion, Designer Clothing