September 8, 2009

Barneys Co-Op Chicago

Score designer labels for less dough at the fashion haven’s discount outpost. Shoes, bags, and garb overstock cost more than a pretty penny — but less than you’d spend at big mama Barneys.

  Lincoln Park, Fashion, Cheap, Designer Clothing

September 8, 2009

Chalk Chicago

Whoever says the city’s where it’s at hasn’t been to Chalk, an Evanston boutique. Hard-to-find lines (Hache, Elaine Kim, The Row for men) and better known collections (Stella McCartney, Chris Benz, Balenciaga) make this shop totally worth the trek.

  Evanston, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Worth the Drive

September 8, 2009

Fix Chicago

Sister-owned West Loop spot brims with designer duds (Vince, Mackage, Smythe, Cleobella, Dekkori, Grace Sun) for men and women.

  Near West Side, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Exclusives

April 17, 2009

Thread Lounge Chicago

The Cali-based boutique known for its killer sample sales set up permanent shop in Chicago. New merch (Ramosport raincoats, Trina Turk dresses) arrives daily and doesn’t stick around long.

  Depaul, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Party Vibe

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

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