Perfume making class. It was intimate and in depth learning. There were so many scents it was…read moregreat. They also do candle making. Great space.

What a really cool experience!…read more Private session for my friend and I to create and customize a scented soy candle. Personalized attention, great explanations and assistance. After measuring and mixing we picked the perfect vessel for our candle to solidify and were handed a label to name it. We were also signed up for the perfume class. There were fifteen of us present, good energy, nice vibe. It was like a science lab of scents and we worked our magic. We were instructed to choose up to six oils to mix into a beaker. We played around with the scents until it smelled like something we wanted to wear. We were directed to shelves of pretty perfume bottles; some included with the price of the class and upgrades that were not. My pretty pink bottle was an upgrade. When we received our perfumer's alcohol, we poured into our bottles, gave a little shake and came up with a clever name for our signature scent. I was really hoping the owner would pop in. It's good to know that we can refill each perfume bottle and candle jar at a discounted price. I named my candle "Priceless" because the combined scents remind me of my travel experiences. My chosen name for my perfume is "Journey" because that's exactly where each note takes you.

Such a darling store, curated really well. Just the space itself is stunning. I love the skylight…read moreat the back. It was amazing being the first people in the door and within 15 minutes, we had trouble just navigating through the space. Mostky French or French inspired, and some cute Chicago themed things- all with a vintage vibe. Just a gorgeous, bougie shop!

P.O.S.H. was a beautiful store. Everything was curated so nicely and we loved the mix of vintage +…read morenew items. The salespeople working were welcoming. The items are on the pricier side but make great gifts.

This place is an absolute treasure trove brimming with character & whimsical decor! You'll discover…read moreunique gifts, creative finds & delightful memorabilia, all at great prices, right in the heart of the city! The complimentary gift wrapping is a nice touch & this service is available all year long! We stumbled upon this gem while wandering around & so glad we took the time to explore each piece on display! This is definitely a must-visit!

Unique boutique with something for most every female taste. Nice little gifts. Affordable. Always…read moreenjoy popping into the store. People are always friendly and helpful. Besides, I Love supporting local small businesses.

I use to get all my great nail care products from here curette and a rasp for pedicures great store…read moreon oak street!

Almost missed it. It's tucked away. I went in with high expectations from seeing all the TikTok…read morevideos and reviews and stuff and I was really disappointed. The female sales associate was less than friendly. Didn't seem excited or cared that I saw their business on social media and drove 4 hours to see it. The other guy was helpful though. I was expecting ALL travel sizes though, not regular sizes too. That's fine. It was fun to look at. I felt obligated to purchase something. I felt like it was really overpriced though. A travel sized bottle of Kérastase for $20.99? No thanks! I'll buy the full size from the company and get that for free. Also, the store is very, very, small. It was nice to see it, but I highly doubt I'd ever go back.

Probably the prettiest flower shop I've ever been to. We originally stopped to check the jellycats…read morebut stayed longer to smell the flowers and look their other items for sale like mugs, candles, and cards. They were also so very nice! Ended up getting a penguin and a graduating egg jellycat!

Excellent range of flowers and greenery at an affordable price-- staff was super helpful in putting…read morethings together. Will be back soon!

Really cool store with such a nice variety of items! Two floors. Pristine and good vibes all…read morearound. The entire staff was so friendly and helpful. Good vibes all around. I purchased Studio Ghibli postcards for my boyfriend and got myself a colorful clock. Great place for unique gifts and reasonable prices.

My friend suggested a stop here and I was kinda meh about the idea, but we'd parked in the garage…read morefor MCA so we stopped in. I'm glad she talked me into it because their store has some fantastic stuff. I loved walking around and browsing... the store is really big. I thought it was just the first floor but there's an entire second floor that's even larger. That second floor has a ton of children's stuff; books, toys, stuffed animals, art, and so on. There are also lots of books for adults, and cards, and jewelry, and t-shirts, and so many things. I bought several books for my little one, and there are some toys I think she'd like that I may pick up another time and some really cute stuffed animals as well. I'm not sure if the woman that greeted us was a docent or a paid staff member but she was so welcoming. She's the one who pointed us to the second floor that we didn't know existed and let us know they had kid stuff. Then she welcomed us back when we got downstairs, and told us about the MCA kids days and said she couldn't wait to see us again.

I popped in because I had ordered a 'baseball is better in Chicago' shirt for pickups It is the…read morewrigley bleachers on the shirt (and I am a Southsider) but the saying is true. Baseball is better in Chicago. I was greeted when I walked in and I stepped into and didn't know where to get the pickup at so I asked the greeter, but I think she was a regular employee or manager who was just watching the door since it was like 20 min til closing. and she helped me grab the item! She brought it to me in front and I didn't have to lift a finger. Very helpful experience in my book! I saw someone brought their dog in which is nice because I was looking for dog friendly places to visit with my pup. The items are pricey but they are Chicago tailored and I like that.

Looking for a unique Chicago souvenir?…read more Making a custom hat at Alice & Wonder was one of my favorite experiences during my trip! Instead of bringing home a typical souvenir, I got to create something completely personalized and unique to me. The process was fun, the staff was incredibly helpful, and there were so many options to make the hat your own. I loved leaving with not only a custom hat I'll actually wear, but also a fun memory from my trip.

This stuff is so cool! I love seeing the displays they make out of their statues. Whatever the…read moreholiday is they always have the appropriate decorations here. The staff is lowkey and lets you browse around at your leisure checking out the goods!

When I am up the proverbial creek without a paddle in Christmas shopping for the females in the…read morefamily, Dept. 56 is always a good store to visit. With the snowbabies abound, it is always easy to find something cute and fast. The prices are okay...nothing more or less than the other stores that carry their collections, but the selection is great here.

I've always had a good experience at this location; been to the Wicker Park one once or twice, but…read morethis one is easier for me to get to. I'm a big fan of the brand, and I love being able to go try out any new releases they come out with. They have candles, personal care products, home scents, but you're there for the eau de parfum (Santal 33, anyone?). Don't miss out on the city exclusive event in September (iykyk). The fragrances last ages on my skin, some of them will last until I shower the next day, coming alive for that last gasp in the steam. They're known for Santal 33, of course, but don't miss their floral offerings, too.

My husband and I discovered Le Labo a couple years ago when we had dinner downtown. The restaurant…read moreused Le Labo products for the soap in their bathroom. Post our bathroom visit, both hubby and I agreed that the hand soap was irresistible. I kid you not, both hubby and I looked ridiculous as we cupped our hands to our noses to relive the euphoric scent high. It not only smelled fabulous, but it also didn't dry the hands. Our next mission was to get in on this near flawless hand soap. Hubby could not remember the name of the brand however I managed to take a pic of it. Lo and behold, it was Le Labo. Le Labo products are high quality with a price tag to match. The last bottle we purchased was their entry level small Edition scent, sized at 237 ml. It was $37.00 online (less tax) and lasted 2 years with minimal use. This time we chose the Basil scent hand soap. We love it a ton and enjoy the fact if we ran out there is a Le Labo nearby. If seeking top-notch skin and hair care, this is the place.