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

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

May 12, 2008

A Pied Chicago

Trudy Robinson Foley (owner of Kickin’) expanded her reign on Roscoe Street with this intimate shoe salon, where you can score exclusives from Taryn by Taryn Rose, Hispanitas, Modern Vintage, and more.

  Roscoe Village, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Exclusives

September 4, 2007

Pivot Chicago

  West Loop, Fashion, Ecofriendly, Exclusives

January 31, 2007

Neapolitan Chicago

Make the pilgrimage to the North Shore for the boutique that’s fast established itself as designer trunk show central (J. Mendel, Lela Rose, Carolina Herrera). A new men’s department diversifies the clientele.

  Winnetka, Fashion, Designer Clothing, Exclusives

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