Chapter 20: Chicago Boutique Guide

Being an avid shopper with attention to detail (my clothing line) and the finer end of the fashion spectrum I have grown accustom to a few favorite spots here in Chicago. From high-end to upscale streetwear, here is a list of a few great places to check out when in the city.

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Sir & Madame

938 N. Damen Ave
(between Walton St & Iowa St) Chicago, IL 60622

773.489.6660

This boutique specializes in the clean cut vintage-esque field. Their products include vintage glasses, casual footwear, fine denim, socks, jewelry, scarves, etc. Very great customer service, top quality products, and being a family owned business are only a few of the reasons why I continue to frequent this location. So, if you're in the wicker area stop in and say hi to Autumn, Ari, and Brian...Tell them Chaz sent you.

Autumn (1/2 Sir & Madame)

Brian (1/2 Sir & Madame)

Saint Alfred

1531 North Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

773.486.7159

Up next is another one of my favorite little spots to check out while in wicker, Saint Alfred. Here these guys are a little more streetwear oriented with the latest sneaker, tees, and toy releases. Stop by and tell them Chaz sent you.

R.S.V.P. Gallery

1753 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

773.770.6666

With it's G.O.O.D. Music roots, R.S.V.P. pretty much says it all about this boutique. With nearly everything in the shop for sale, prices range from $8 folders to $50,000 Louis Vuitton skateboards. This is your one stop shop for all things luxury. Brands include: Head Porter, BBC, Bape, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Takashi Murakami, SUPER, etc. Stop by and tell them Chaz sent you.

LDRS 1354

672 North Wells Street
Chicago, IL 60654

LDRS o LDRS, I have a more personal connection with this establishment. Yours truly interned here under Victor Lloyd back in the fall of 09 (great experience). LDRS is another boutique on the list specializing in the latest streetwear releases with brands such as: BBC, Nike, Jordan, Nudie, PRPs, etc...Make sure you go out of your way to speak to a Mr Victor Lloyd...trust me. Tell him Chaz sent you...

The Next few shops are your main stream shops:

Louis Vuitton

919 North Michigan Avenue

Chicago, IL 60611

312.944.1183

Ask for Rebecca (Manger), tell her Chaz sent you.

Flagship store inside Nordstroms

520 N Michigan Ave
(between Grand Ave & Illinois St) Chicago, IL 60611

Ask for Chad

Marc by Marc Jacobs

714 North Damen Avenue

Chicago, IL

773.276.2998

Marc Jacobs Chicago

11 E. Walton St.
(between State St & Rush St) Chicago, IL 60611

312.649.7260

1969 Gap

939 North Rush St.

Chicago, IL

Hermes Chicago

25 East Oak Street

Chicago, IL

Bloomingdales

900 North Michigan Ave

Chicago, IL

Una Mae

1528 North Milwaukee Avenue

Chicago, IL

773.276.7002