Recently opened in the Chicago Athletic Association Hotel, Madison Hall is not your typical hotel gift shop. Space519 owners Lance Lawson and Jim Wetzel designed the shop to capture the feel of a 1930s newsstand. But, this is no simple cart on the side of the street; it is a full-blown store separated into men’s […]
As you may guess from its name, Spoil Me Kidz is the perfect place to take your children for the highest-quality clothing and toys. Don’t expect cookie-cutter overalls and Lincoln logs. Their clothing comes from unique high-end brands like Desigual, a colorful line based in Barcelona, and Deux par Deux from Montreal. For playtime, find […]
Lake Forest High School alums Ray Bozic and Jeff Urso have always been close friends – and big pizza fans. In 2011, they opened their first Donati’s Pizza in a tiny Lake Forest location; with success, they expanded the business to Mundelein and Rolling Meadows. Their newest location is in Lake Bluff, Bozic’s hometown, and this […]
Started in Montreal as a subsidiary of Groupe Dynamite, Garage moved to Westfield Old Orchard in May 2015. Groupe Dynamite prides itself on its open work environment and deep understanding of their customers, which led to the success of both Garage and Dynamite, a separate subsidiary. Garage’s women’s clothing is trendy and affordable, catering to […]
This is not just any blow dry salon. Specialists at Blowdry Boutique must complete a series of master classes before they can take on clients, a requirement unique to this salon. Once trained, all specialists use only organic products in order to give customers the healthiest treatment possible. They don’t just offer blow dry services, […]
Les Néréides, a high-end jewelry brand that originated in the south of France, has opened its first U.S. store in Chicago’s Block 37 shopping center. Les Néréides’ imaginative earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, brooches and charms are made with fine materials like 18-karat gold plated brass, fresh water pearls, bohemian crystals, handmade glass and semi-precious stones. […]
When Theresa Lucas opened her original Good Grapes wine boutique in Glencoe in 2008, it was a tiny 170 square feet. In contrast, her recently opened Winnetka store is a spacious 1,200 square feet, with room for all of Lucas’ treasures plus a winekeeper that allows her to sample eight wines by the glass in […]
Chicago’s Rent the Runway brings to life every shoppers’ dream: personal stylists, champagne upon arrival, and to top it off, a selfie mirror, which allows customers to snap a photo while adorned head to toes in the latest trends. As if these assets weren’t enough, the new Gold Coast location features a lavish inventory of […]
Lucky Strike Entertainment has done it again with FTW (For the Win), which opened in early June. FTW is a 20,000-square-foot arcade-gastropub hybrid that includes more than 130 games, a six-hole miniature golf course, chef-driven food, and craft beer and cocktails in one sleek, innovative venue. The large space is filled with Steampunk decor and combines […]
With Orangetheory Fitness launching in Glenview, locals will discover fitness like never before. The cardiovascular and strength training concept is designed to motivate participants through a dynamic group setting. Participants will be encouraged by the modern studio, upbeat music, and highly-qualified trainers ready to help everyone succeed. The brainchild of physiologist Ellen Latham, Orangetheory promises inspiring […]
