THANK YOU, Sandy, for all the care and attention you took in making sure my gown was absolutely perfect for my son's wedding! There were so many gorgeous options, but you and your staff led me to the right one. I loved my dress and received so many compliments. I also want to thank Kim and Inga. As you know, I tried on many gowns, and all of you were so patient and honest with what you thought would look best. I can't thank you enough. The dress was a hit and I felt beautiful in it! PS: The detachable shawl collar was a bonus! I kept it on for the ceremony and removed it for the reception. Loved it! read more

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Absolutely the worst customer service I've ever experienced! Drove 40 minutes in anticipation of finding a unique dress for an upcoming wedding. Received the Julia Roberts/Pretty Woman treatment from an older woman I believe to be the owner. Extremely condescending in tone, made disparaging comments regarding my physical appearance, stated my fabric preferences were inappropriate, then flat out told me that they can't help me. All of this in a matter of less than five minutes. I turned to leave and she stated that I was being rude! Note that I was not inappropriately dressed or impolite and am myself elderly. I was completely gobsmacked - why does anyone shop at this store?!?!?!?!? read more

Avenue Fashions is my absolute favorite clothing store! Sandy, the owner is amazing!-she has an incredible eye for style and always finds outfits that fit perfectly and look fantastic. Avenues is the only place I shop for my entire wardrobe. Whether it's for work, casual outings, or a special event, I'm always the best dressed! Thank you Sandy for everything you do for me. I can't recommend Avenue Fashions enough! read more

I walked in there with no idea what I was looking for, let alone what would look good on me. I was all over the board, and probably (and understandably) any salesperson's biggest nightmare. The dress was for my daughter's wedding and they knew how important it was that I felt pretty. Sandy and her staff were so patient, and after many visits and (thankfully) a lot of patience from Sandy and her staff, I tried on a dress that I knew was not for me. And I was wrong. THAT was the dress that I had been looking for. I never felt pressured to pull the trigger on a dress. In fact, they were adamant that I didn't buy a dress that I wasn't sure of. From the buying process, to the alterations and to bagging the dress up for me, the service was stellar!! I highly recommend that everyone goes there and trust these ladies to do their magic. read more

Huh. Where do I even begin?? I've never been treated so rudely during a shopping trip experience before in my life. After glancing at some online photos of the dresses in the shop, I decided to pop in with a friend and my daughter looking for a winter formal dress. When we walked in, we realized that the styles were for a more mature crowd but decided to thumb though the racks anyway. A salesperson (later, finding out she was the OWNER) came over and asked what we were looking for. When I mentioned we were shopping for my high school daughter, she immediately cut me off and said something to the effect of "how old is she?" "Oh, we don't have anything for her, these dresses are way too expensive for her" I mentioned looking at the photos online, and she responded that "it couldn't have been us, this is Avenue fashions!!!" (Totally paraphrasing for length, it was more obnoxious than that) Then proceeded to direct us to a little kids store down the street. read more

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Sandy and her crew were very helpful in selecting the most beautiful gown for my son's wedding. The dress was gorgeous and fit perfectly. The custom wrap was an additional bonus. I can't say enough about this specialty dress shop and the women who work there. I've never felt more beautiful in my life. Thank you.! read more

Last Saturday my son got married in Miami. I am handicapped so looking for something to wear was not going to be easy. First stop Avenue Fashion. When in there I looked around and saw a dress I loved. Colors were very pretty (almost like tropical winter). I use a handicap scooter and with the netting the dress would cascade out and flow over my scooter. I kept thinking about the dress for weeks. I did not have the energy to go to a bunch of stores so back I went and bought the dress. Sandy and her staff could not be nicer. Taking measurements was no easy task for them. I casually mentioned a problem I anticipated with buying shoes. She said that she will order extra fabric and glue it to any flat shoe I find, and they were absolutely beautiful. During the wedding I received so many complements about the dress. Younger girls were telling me they loved my shoes. I also bought a beautiful leather jacket there for the welcoming dinner the previous night. I can't thank Sandy enough for her help which made my son's wedding weekend so spectacular. read more

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When you are looking for a special piece Of clothing that you won't see coming and going from everybody in the neighborhood ,,go to Minouche Kim is an amazing curator of clothes. I have some very special pieces that I bought from her. Absolutely love going to this Shop.. read more

I have bought several dressy outfits at Avenue Fashions over the years. I have always been very happy with the care that Sandi who is the owner and the rest of the staff has given me. They are easy to work with and the attention to detail is terrific. I would recommend them highly if you are looking for a great store. read more

Once again, the best experience with Sandy. My daughter hates to shop and has a wedding for which she wanted a long dress. Within 20 minutes, Sandy had her in 3 that would have worked. My daughter was ecstatic. I've bought 2 mother of the bride dresses, many dresses for special occasions or synagogue and always love the outcome. My favorite place! read more

Terrible customer service!! Their website is fairly useless (the collections page is just gibberish) so I called to find out some more information about a dress a friend of mine noticed. She wouldn't give me the designer's name or the style number, telling me that she "didn't have that information" and even if she did, that "the manufacturer probably doesn't have a website." Bull.....oney. I don't live close enough to just pop in! And now that I've been thoroughly lied to, I'd never want to. read more

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Avenue Fashions is a terrific store for special occasion clothing. The selection, the advice, the helpful and attentive staff made my search easy and rewarding. Sandy and her staff went above and beyond to make sure my dresses fit perfectly. I received compliments from total strangers. I would highly recommend Avenue Fashions!! Thank you!! Thank you!! Carol G. read more

STAY AWAY! The minute I walked in, the saleswoman was rude and non-welcoming. I was turned off immediately. I caught a glimpse of the store layout...the dresses are hung in plastic bags so you cant see the selection without someone assisting you. Dresses are hung in sections by price and a small clearance rack. I felt I was in a cheap thrift shop, yet most dress prices seemed to be priced well over 1k. I took my business elsewhere and had a wonderful experience finding a special occasion dress. Read all the reviews before wasting your time here! read more

I was dreading to go shopping for a dress for an out of town wedding. Friends highly recommend this boutique. Not only was the owner soooo helpful, she knew exactly which dress would flatter me. I was on a short time frame due to my procrastination but she came through. Thank you! I left there saying to myself, "I will be back!". Everything is gorgeous in this boutique from accessories, handbags, gowns and dresses. I give this shop 5 stars. Customer service 5 stars! read more

Sandy is amazing! Her goal is to help you look your best at your special event! I was so pleased with her service ! You'll pay when you're happy and I'm happy" was her motto!! Loved my dress for my son's wedding... it was perfect!! read more

Rude, pretentious and classless establishment. Walked in asking if a dress on the mannequin was available in any other colors..I'm searching for bridesmaid dresses and wanted something blush or Champagne color.,the sales rep immediately shut me down telling me "the dress is too expensive for that.." HUH???? I didn't ask the price..I actually have NO BUDGET CAP! Maybe instead of profiling me because I'm in leggings and a t-shirt, shopping and running errands, she should've looked down at the rock on my hand to notice it cost more than her house. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY AT THIS DUMP! read more

hate this boutique! I went here to buy clothes for my daughter and son but they never assisted me! Some staffs don't even greet me when I entered. They just look at me and then nothing next. I was strolling inside, and I have many question to ask but no staffs came to me to help. I am so mad at that time. Some staffs are very rude and doesn't know how to give good service. They should hire a better staff or maybe just train them well. This kind of staff may ruin the shop's reputation. Even though they have such a nice shop, the fact that the staffs are rude are enough to give them a negative review or feed back. I really like what I saw in this shop but because felt disrespect, I just decided to move to another store. I like the interior of the shop, the quality of their products but still a "no" for me. read more

This week, we are having a party for acquaintances, so I really need to go shopping for an elegant dress that will be appropriate for our party. And to my great fortune, I came across this store while I was aimlessly scrolling through various social media websites. The majority of the responses were positive, so I decided to give it a shot. When I went there, the staff was extremely helpful and friendly to me. They have a large selection of dresses to choose from, many of which are perfect for me in terms of fit. That's why, I am having a difficult time deciding what to purchase. But the staff assisted me in making my selection, and the advice that she provided was unquestionably sound and pertinent. At the end, I decided to purchase the black dress with the simple design. It was so good. Unquestionably, I wholeheartedly endorse this! read more

We went in to look for a dress and these were the rudest salespeople I've ever met. They refused to leave the dressing room even when asked, were condescending, rude, insulting and every negative review on here is 110% true. I will never step foot in here again or give them a dollar of my business - this experience was the equivalent of bullying. Do NOT go here - I am disgusted. read more

I looked at every store Nordstroms, Macy's, Carsons, Davids Bridals, everywhere! They didn't have much. No one even would help me! I'm the Mother of the bride! I needed help and then I went to the Avenue. Inga immediately helped me choose the dress and helped me get it on . I found a gorgeous dress ! Finally a place that has beautiful dresses and helps you too! The alteration lady was as sweet as pie. This is the place to go for a gown !! Worth every penny!! read more

Sandy and her team are fabulous! I've purchased two perfect Mother of the Bride dresses for two very different weddings from her shop. In both cases, Sandy helped me select a flattering style and an appropriate customized fabric color to match the event. Both dresses were ordered to match my measurements. The alternations were top-notch and I was pleased with the customer service throughout. Sandy even gave me helpful advice on shoes and accessories. I was delighted with the end result both times: gorgeous dresses that fit me beautifully and made me feel great! read more

Last Saturday my son got married in Miami. I am handicapped so looking for something to wear was not going to be easy. First stop Avenue Fashion. When in there I looked around and saw a dress I loved. Colors were very pretty(almost like tropical winter). I use a handicap scooter and with the netting the dress would cascade out and flow over my scooter. I kept thinking about the dress for weeks. I did not have the energy to go to a bunch of stores so back I went and bought the dress. Sandy and her staff could not be nicer. Taking measurements was no easy task for them. I casually mentioned a problem I anticipated with buying shoes. She said that she will order extra fabric and glue it to any flat shoe I find, and they were absolutely beautiful. During the wedding I received so many complements about the dress. Younger girls were telling me they loved my shoes. I also bought a beautiful leather jacket there for the welcoming dinner the previous night. I can't thank Sandy enough for her help which made my son's wedding weekend so spectacular. read more

We had an almost identical experience as Chris B did 9 months ago. One of the ruder customer service experiences. We came in in casual clothing and asked about three dresses. We had to clarify we wanted three dresses several times before we were told there was nothing contemporary (which was fine but the manner in which it was delivered was not pleasant). We were then escorted to the cheapest side of the store and told that the dresses on the other end were the most expensive. They asked about our price range when we looked to the more expensive end. They presented us dresses for a much older woman and when my mother asked for something a little younger, they said that she should want to be covered up. When we spoke about not wanting a high slit, they mockingly told us that we "wanted something contemporary". They also failed to hide their incredulous looks as we described the wedding ceremony and claimed that they knew almost every venue but had never heard of ours, as if that mattered. As we were leaving, they had written us off as someone who wouldn't buy a gown. My mother had to be the one to ask for a name and phone number to call should she need more help. As a business owner, especially on the North Shore, you should not be judging people based on their appearances. Anybody could have money to buy a gown, anybody could be a powerful figure. So just be as kind and as respectful as you would be to someone coming in with designer clothing. read more

I too need to reiterate how negatively I was treated in this store. I went there 50 miles from my home in Flossmoor directed by friends who live on the north shore. My first experience was on a sale day and attention was aloof and limited. I brought my adult daughters with me yesterday looking for a mother of the groom dress. There was no one in the store. The 2 sales people were unhelpful, rude, insulting, condescending and it was, as another yelp reviewer noted, a "pretty woman" experience. I understand that some consider this a well regarded store but I, for one, will not be back. read more

I don't know if I caught them on a bad day or not, but after reading some of the reviews here, I had to write about my own experience. I'll admit that I came into the store with little make up and my tennis shoes. The owner must have immediately assumed that I didn't fit the look of her clientele. When I said I was looking for a mother of the groom dress, she made it a point to say "the less expensive ones are down here" (referring to where they were hanging). When I continued looking and stopped to look more closely at a few "further down the line", she was quick to comment that I was getting into a pricier area.......insinuating that I couldn't possibly think about one of those dresses. I really did feel like I was having a "Pretty Woman" moment.....but the bad kind when the saleswomen were rude to Julia Roberts!! Let's just say that I will NOT be back to this store and I will go spend a much higher amount someplace else! read more

Sandy and her team are absolutely the best. I needed two dresses for a family event and they worked with me to get me exactly what I was looking for. They are kind, thoughtful, and are fantastic at what they do! read more

My husband and I will be attending a grand party. So we need to wear a formal outfit to make us presentable and perfect to the theme of the party. This place was recommended by my sister. She said that they have a lot of formal outfits that we can choose. Yesterday we planned to go there. I'm amazed at how good the inside was. Some staff greeted and welcomed us. We told them what we wanted. They gave us time to choose and also she recommended some outfits that were perfect for me. The dress got my attention. It was simple dress with some design that perfect to my husband balck tuxedo and plack pants. Were perfect to each other. Were happy with the outfit that we chose. read more

My mother stopped in here by the recommendation of her friend who knows the owner. She was looking for a dress to wear for my wedding. I am absolutely appalled at how she was treated and based on other reviews, I am now not surprised. She was rudely told by the owner that "there is nothing in here for you" and was made to feel terrible about herself. She was prepared to spend money and was treated like she had none. All she was trying to do was look at her options and was insulted the entire time about how much money the gowns were. Just disgusting. I don't care if you are having an "off day" as I am in customer service myself and there are other ways to treat your customers instead of being brash and just plain insulting. We are not on Rodeo Dr. here. Take your business elsewhere as there are plenty of other small businesses that deserve your money. read more

This shop has the worst customer service! They don't even ask me after I went in the store. I drove so far just to went here and find some quality dress to wear for my friend's party and this is all I got. I was so mad to some staff because I was asking for some help yet, no one come. I need to ask so many times before someone came up to me. I was in rush so I'm very dissatisfied with how they handle their customer. My friend just recommend me to come here, that's why I really spent some time and effort just to shop here, so disappointed. The shop is nice and have many good dresses inside to choose that's why I was expecting that the service quality is good too, but I guess I'm wrong. So, I think they need to train their staff first or else find some new staff who have manners and know how to assist their customer. read more

I recently visited Avenue Fashion after a friend recommended them. I was somewhat intimidated over the idea of shopping for a gown for my sons wedding. On my first visit, a lovely woman who works at the store, gave me an introduction to how the store was organized. She asked me a few questions about what I was looking for and then asked my price range. She showed me how the dresses were organized by price point, which was very helpful. I tried on several dresses, one prettier than the next, but wasn't ready to decide. She wrote down the dresses that were my favorites. On the second visit, I worked with another woman, who was equally helpful, and Sandy the owner. I tried on the dresses that made my favorite list again. Then she asked if I would consider trying two more dresses that were styles that I had initially eliminated... a one shoulder design. The dress I chose was one of the two she suggested. It is just what I was hoping for and I am so happy she suggested it. Sandy and two of the women working there were careful to consider which size dress to order as I needed extra length. (I am 5' 10" without shoes.) My dress just came in recently, and it is in the capable hands of their alterations professional. When she was pinning the dress, I think she sensed my concern because it is large on me. I asked, "Will it be okay?" She looked up from her work and said, "No, it will not be okay, it will be PERFECT." What a perfect response to calm my fears. I look forward to trying the dress on after alterations. A big thank you to Sandy and all the lovely women who have taken such good care of me during this process. They made it fun and easy and relaxing. They were patient when I wasn't sure about my choice and they made excellent recommendation. I have been very happy thus far with my experience. read more

I disagree with the negative reviews. I like the fact that they are honest with me about what looks good on me and what size would be the best. They are pricey, but they have unusual things and the sales are good. read more

Great experience with my mom as she picked a gorgeous gown for my brother's wedding! Everyone was so helpful and kind. Heading back there again to help her find more outfits for a couple different occasions! read more

I bought my Mother of the Groom dress, and the dress for the rehearsal dinner at Avenue Fashions. They helped me select dresses that were flattering. I felt wonderful in both dresses. The tailoring was great and the personal attention was greatly appreciated. I really felt that my gown was special and made me feel special at my son's wedding. I would definitely go back and recommend them. read more

My daughter and I had visited bridal and department stores in downtown Chicago. I also looked at some stores in the North Shore area. We had a limited time and she really had not found "the dress." She wanted a dress that was unique to her. After an exhaustive search, I suggested we look at Avenue Fashions in Deerfield. I had recommendations from friends that if you needed something special, this was the place. The store is in a mall and not too large but it is stocked with inventory. My daughter told the salesperson what she wanted and she and Sandy pulled out a few dresses that were unique and beautiful. My daughter tried them on and immediately chose two. Since she lives out of town, this process had to be accomplished long distance. No problem. Sandy measured her, brought in color swatches, and ordered the dress that could be made in the color she wanted. The dress came in on time, my daughter traveled in for a fitting, some alterations were modified and she returned to a final fitting. Two fittings total, say "yes" to the dress was smooth and painless. I felt Sandy and her staff were amenable to reasonable requests and the shop fills a niche for special occasions. read more

I went in to get a gown for my son's wedding. I was a little intimidated by the whole process, and they made it all very easy. They pulled gowns for me that were one beautiful one after another. The fittings and alterations were perfect and easy to schedule. I would highly recommend this store for any formal dresses you would need. read more

I came from Cleveland, Ohio to shop for a Mother of the Groom dress at Avenue Fashions. My cousin told me I'd find exactly what I was looking for in this fabulous shop and I wasn't disappointed. Sandy and Inge worked to help me find just the right gown. After pinning down styles and budget, they proceeded to go through the selection with me and before I knew it, I had six gorgeous dresses to choose from. Expert knowledge and advice made this the easiest gown selection I've ever experienced. Sandy knows how to take care of a customer and make her feel special, a skill I really value in today's retail climate. No specialty department store can compare. When I'd finished choosing my gown, I thought I was done, but ended up finding a great outfit for the rehearsal dinner. Avenue is my go-to store for any special occasion now. I have two more sons who, I hope, will get married some day. The trip to Chicago and Avenue Fashions is more than worth it to me. I love the store and Sandy! read more

I had been looking for a mother of the groom dress that doesn't weigh you down with beading or make you like 100 years old for months! A friend mentioned avenue fashion. I found the most stunning dress for the wedding and all other wedding events. the staff is amazing! Sandy and her seamstress are both very gifted. Sandy is honest and has a great eye for the smallest of details Virginia her seamstress is kind and AMAZING!! I would recommend to anyone look for a gorgeous dress for any occassion. read more

They provide great service, honest about what you try on and They have a great selection of clothes. read more

Horrible, horrible customer service. I went into this store a few weeks ago, explained I needed a dress for my son's Bar Mitzvah, told the sales lady I did not want black and she acted as though that was the most appalling thing she had ever heard. She completely disregarded me after that and you could hear the owner in the back mocking me because I wanted a cream dress and not a black dress. Today my girlfriend went into the store to try to exchange a dress she bought from them. The alterations on the dress were horrible and she wasn't satisfied. The owner was completely belligerent, rude, called my friend selfish and told the sales lady to give her the dress and get her out of the store. There are a ton of other well established stores in the area with exceptional customer service. I will be taking my business to one of those stores. read more

Avenue Fashions has the best selection of special occasion dresses on the north shore. I searched all over for a dress for my son's wedding and was thrilled to find great choices with great service here. There are dresses at various price points, both long and short dresses of many different styles to fit any special occasion. With so many great choices and with the honest advice of Sandie and her team, you can find the right dress that helps you look the way you envision. I had a difficult time deciding on a dress and I visited the store multiple times. Sandie was patient and supportive throughout. My dress came in on time, alterations were skillfully and perfectly made, and Sandie even offered to pack my dress in my carryon bag since the wedding was out of town. I should add that the store also has a nice selection of dressy/casual clothes. I found dresses perfect for the showers and several great tops and slacks. I'll definitely shop here again and I highly recommend Avenue Fashions. read more