From curbside pick-up to online shopping, these are the stores you love to support this year.
Best Bridal Shop (City):
Honey Bridal
5135 N Clark St.
Founded in 2017 by sisters Hallie Borden and Dana Karlov, Honey Bridal brings a fresh perspective to bridalwear.
Best Bridal Shop (Suburbs):
Bella Bleu Bridal
912 Green Bay Rd, Winnetka
This salon offers a unique collection of dresses—everything from sophisticated gowns to boho chic frocks—that modern brides will love.
Best Bookstore (City):
Women and Children First
5233 N Clark St.
A repeat winner, this Andersonville bookstore carries the newest arrivals and bestselling classics.
Best Bookstore (Suburbs):
Book Bin
1151 Church St, Northbrook
For the fourth year in a row, readers have voted that this is the best place to find that new favorite read.
Best Women’s Clothing (City):
Hazel Apparel & Gifts
1835 W Montrose Ave.
Pop in to find the perfect outfit for every occasion—stress free.
Best Women’s Clothing (Suburbs):
Payton Rose
2760 Dundee Rd., Northbrook
Payton Rose combines the very best of women’s and teens clothing and accessories in one convenient location and makes shopping a fun, personalized experience.
Best Men’s Clothing (City):
Cowboys and Astronauts
1478 W Summerdale Ave.
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A beautiful men’s lifestyle and supplies shop, they sell a curated blend of apparel, accessories, travel supplies, self-care products, home goods, gifts and more.
Best Men’s Clothing (Suburbs):
Guys & Co.
1855-B, Deerfield Rd., Highland Park
Guys & Co. will make sure all husbands, sons, and dads are dressed to the nines.
Best Consignment/Thrift Shop (City):
Buffalo Exchange
Various locations
Check out Buffalo Exchange to get some steals on pre-loved fashion items and the chance to sell some of your own pieces.
Best Consignment/Thrift Shop (Suburbs):
Village Treasure House
1460 Paddock Dr #6811, Northbrook
There’s a story behind every piece of furniture, but if you’re ready to let go of yours, put it up for consignment.
Best Eyewear (City):
Warby Parker
Various locations
Glasses can be a big commitment, so it’s important to pick the right pair. At Warby Parker, they let you try out frames at home—for free.
Best Eyewear (Suburbs):
Superior Optical
2723 Pfingsten Rd., Glenview
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Superior Optical has every type of glasses you could ever need (yes, including glasses dedicated to golfing).
Best Gifts (City):
Foursided
Various locations
Since 2001, Foursided has been the go-to place to shop for gifts—or just to treat yourself.
Best Gifts (Suburbs):
La De Da
1957 Cherry Lane, Northbrook
Bring your toughest gifting challenge to this shop and the staff won’t let you down.
Best Home Furnishing/Home Accessories (City):
Jayson Home
1885 N Clybourn Ave.
At Jayson Home, beautiful things aren’t just a passion — they’re an obsession.
Best Home Furnishing/Home Accessories (Suburbs):
Share
1177 Wilmette Ave., Wilmette
Share prides itself on being inspiring, never ordinary and always moderately priced.
Best Local Jewelry Store (City):
Rahmanim’s Imports
5 South Wabash Ave.
Not sure what to look for or where to start? Stop by Rahmanim with your questions and walk out with the perfect diamond.
Best Local Jewelry Store (Suburbs):
Christopher Duquet Fine Jewelry
1224 Chicago Avenue #102, Evanston
Whether you’re looking for a gift for yourself or a loved one, from diamonds to gold and everything in between, Christopher Duquet Fine Jewelry has everything you’re looking for.
Best Pet Store (City):
Jameson Loves Danger
5308 N Clark St.
There is nothing you can’t find for your pets at this Andersonville pet shop.
Best Pet Store (Suburbs):
Wilmette Pet Center
625 Green Bay Rd., Wilmette
If you’re looking for dog food options, check out Wilmette Pet Center’s food finder tool to help you sort foods based on formula, calories, and fiber amount.
Best Shopping Center/Mall (City):
900 North Michigan Shops
900 Michigan Ave.
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Be sure to take in the killer views while you shop.
Best Shopping Center/Mall (Suburbs):
Westfield Old Orchard
4905 Old Orchard Shopping Center, Skokie
A beautiful outdoor mall that features a variety of shops and restaurants like Anthropologie, Nordstrom, Roka Akor, and California Pizza Kitchen.
Best Home and Garden Store (City):
Gethsemane Garden Center
5739 N Clark St.
This is the place for urban gardeners. Their indoor plant selection is what Instagram dreams are made of, too.
Best Home and Garden Store (Suburbs):
Chalet Nursery
3132 Lake Ave., Wilmette
Always a reader favorite, Chalet Nursery is your one-stop-shop for everything you need for your garden, and then some.
Best Cannabis Dispensary (City):
Sunnyside
Various locations
With multiple locations, Sunnyside is like the Apple store for cannabis.
Best Cannabis Dispensary (Suburbs):
Med Men
1804 Maple Ave., Evanston
Med Men’s knowledgeable staff will help you find what you need, whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned regular.
