BOUTIQUES
ALLSAINTS
The edgy British fashion brand returns to Chicago with a sleek new boutique in the heart of the Gold Coast.
Browse the latest collections for men and women in the trilevel shop, from handbags and bomber jackets to jeans and swimwear. 46 E. Walton
St., 312-962-0088; allsaints.com
BILLY REID
Stock up on Southern-cool staples for men and women at the first Midwest boutique from this New York- and Alabama-based designer, the 2012 CFDA Menswear Designer of the Year, who has collaborated with the likes of Levi’s, J.crew, Neiman Marcus, and K-swiss. 845 W. Randolph St., 312-614-1503; billyreid.com
BLAKE
One of the city’s most exquisite shopping destinations, this go-to from veteran style mavens Marilyn Blaszka and Dominic Marcheschi features a smart, fastidiously edited selection from top-of-the-line designers like Balenciaga, Dries van Noten, Céline, and Marni. 212 W. Chicago Ave., 312-202-0047
BURDI
Trim, distinguished, and perpetually dapper, Rino Burdi is the ultimate ambassador for Gold Coast style. It’s only fitting, since he practically grew up in the neighborhood while his Italian-born father, master tailor Alfonso Burdi, was establishing his boutique as the city’s premier source for handmade Italian style. Decades later, designer Rino carries on the family name with flair. 58 E. Walton St., 312-642-9166; burdiclothing.com
DOLCE & GABBANA
The Italian haute couture brand is one of the pinnacles of high fashion on Oak Street, with everything from vibrant footwear and showstopping gowns, jewelry, and accessories to men’s suits and street fashion from Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana’s latest collections. 68 E. Oak St., 312-255-0630; dolcegabbana.com
FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO
With 130 stores offering savings of up to 75 percent, this shopping center specializes in the international arbiters of chic, including Burberry, Prada, Allsaints, and St. John. INSIDER TIP: Purchase a Green Savings Card for $5 from the Concierge Services desk on Level 1 for additional discounts. 5220 Fashion Outlets Way, Rosemont, 847-928-7500; fashionoutlets ofchicago.com
GIORGIO ARMANI
Milan style near the Mag Mile. Explore the latest collections from this Italian fashion powerhouse at its Gold Coast headquarters, featuring filmy fabrics and loads of fringe for women and easy jackets and pants for men. 25 E. Oak St., 312-751-2244; armani.com
GRAFF DIAMONDS
Renowned gemologist and Chicago store director Eve Rogers and her team showcase some of the most brilliant baubles in the world—from diamond-and-ruby-encrusted necklaces to extraordinary timepieces—at this jewelry leader’s Gold Coast location. 103 E. Oak St., 312-604-1000; graffdiamonds.com
HALSTED EYE BOUTIQUE
Dr. Joanna Slusky offers quality comprehensive vision care, including Lasik consultations and cancer screenings, as well as contact lenses and a variety of eyeglasses from sophisticated brands like Tom Ford, Bulgari, Versace, and Chanel. 2852 N. Halsted St., 773-549-1111; visionsource-halstedeyeboutique.com
IWAN RIES
This family-owned tobacco lovers’ paradise has been a Windy City institution for 160 years. Along with a world-class selection of merchandise—including 15,000 pipes, plus cigars, lighters, pipe tobaccos, and more—the business boasts an on-site BYOB smoking lounge unique to downtown Chicago. 19 S. Wabash Ave., 312-372-1306; iwanries.com