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.

  Fashion, Designer Clothing, Exclusives

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.

  Fashion, Designer Clothing, Worth the Drive

September 8, 2009

Knee Deep Vintage Chicago

Vintage duds from the ’40s to the ’80s knock knees with retro housewares. Pick up everything from designer to no-name (but cool) pieces for cheap.

Photo: Courtesy of Knee Deep Vintage

  Fashion, Hipster, Indie

September 8, 2009

Workshop Chicago

Ecofriendly design darling Annie Frei’s storefront is a sweet escape: Her gorgeous threads, her friends’ accessories (vintage necklaces, hand-dyed silk scarves), and Danish mod decor.

Photo: Courtesy of Annie Frei

  Fashion, Ecofriendly, Indie Designers

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.

  Fashion, Cheap, Designer Clothing