My boyfriend and I visited both Zaras while in Chicago, and this was the second one we tried since…read moreit was close to our hotel. I would definitely recommend this location over the other one, which felt messy and like an overpriced H&M location. The interior was slightly more upscale and less sterile. The staff were also better at this location as far as being available to check out customers in a timely manner. Our experience was solid but nothing out of the ordinary.

This Zara is located in Michigan ave along the magnificent mile, we thought would check this store…read moreout for shopping. The store was maintained well and kept clean. The collection and arrangements were perfect and very appealing. But there is no staff to assist you and zero customer service. if you like to navigate on your own and figure things out, then this place is for you. This place was also closer to being packed for a Monday noon time.

I have been to the downtown Space 519 for breakfast with my sisters on two occasions. The food is…read moreabsolutely delicious and reasonably priced for downtown and the ambience's warm and friendly. I've enjoyed going to this well designed and cozy shop with a wonderful restaurant tucked into it. Highly recommended. The service is great. It is not a huge menu but everything I've had is delicious and the mimosas - the perfect ratio to make the perfect mimosa, try it!

We needed a lunch spot near Water Tower and this turned out to be the perfect spot to dine…read more Unfortunately, my friend and I had our tweens lunching with us so we didn't get to do much shopping here...but it looks like they had some gorgeous, unique pieces. I plan on being back in the area later in the week and can't wait to check it out! As for lunch, or Sunday brunch, we started with a warm fresh baguette. I went with avocado toast for my meal, which hit the spot as it always does. I've had my share of avocado toasts in my lifetime and this was a good one. My daughter also really enjoyed her chicken flatbread. It was huge so when it first came out I thought she could have shared it with her friend, but she was super hungry and it was really tasty so she did a pretty good job eating it on her own. Service was fast and attentive and (again) my only regret is not getting to do more shopping...I'll be back!

Conveniently located in the 900 North Shops, Londo Mondo features a selection of women's clothing…read moreand accessories, as well as swimwear year-round. The space is well-lighted and easy to navigate. In addition to clothing, there is artwork from the store's owner for sale. Many of these items are Chicago scenes that lend themselves to gifting or souvenirs. The price points are reasonable, and the items are fresh and on-trend, without reading as fashion victim. Be sure to sign up for the mailing list to be notified of in-store happenings.

Since I'd only recently learned about this boutique in our neighborhood, I decided to give it a try…read morelast week. I was hesitant to approach the store at first since I was unfamiliar with the layout, but I was attracted by the cute products I saw on the display and decided to go in. I'm thankful that it did not disappoint. Immediately upon entering the store, I was greeted with a smile and a genuine hello. The staff at this store is incredibly knowledgeable about their inventory and is always happy to provide a helping hand to you. Furthermore, there is a large selection available. This enabled me to choose from a diverse choice of their products as a result. The products I purchased last week much exceeded my expectations, and I will most certainly be back next week to make additional purchases. Highly recommended to all, definitely worth a try.

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.

Love love love this store. Found it on TikTok and it was so cute. Definitely recommend to go early…read morebecause there is a long wait to check in for the hat experience. If you go just for shopping minimal wait depending how crowded the store is! It got so busy inside. Made a hat and cute accessories! Pretty pricey but if you like hats definitely a good souvenir.

(Kari's Rating 6.5/10) They will not remind you of the $.15…read morebag tax and they just put your clothes in an Aritzia bag for marketing, I literally had an additional bag with me and I didn't realize I got charged till I left the store. I know it's not a big deal, but it kind of ruined my experience. Came in on a Monday evening around 6:30, they're not many people in the store so I kind of enjoyed a little more as I am a more relaxed shopper and get more anxiety with a lot of people running around. I had to return a sweater and I went to browse a few items to use for the remaining balance of my gift card, a very nice woman help me pick out a few options that she thought we might look good with the clothes that I already had in my hand. She had also gotten me a fitting room, but I had to ask the other employees for help with the fitting as she was more on the floor sales -which is totally totally fine. Finally found a dress that I liked and checkout was fine but I live in Chicago, so I definitely should know that there is a bag tax. I just totally forgot and definitely wouldn't have taken the bag if they would have said something.

This is a smaller aritzia compared to the one on Michigan with a smaller selection, so I usually…read moreonly handle quick purchases at this one. I do appreciate that this one feels less overstimulating than the Michigan store, and the staff have all been friendly!

The major retailers is Nordstrom…read more It offers charging stations, which is convenient. 4th floor food court has lao sez chuan restaurant.

The Shops at North Bridge is basically a nice shopping mall. Like all shopping malls, they have a…read morevariety of stores to buy all of those typical things that you want or that you need. This mall also offers a food court where you can get all of that, expected, style of mall food. This is a multi-level mall. The various floors are accessible via escalator. The overall space and feeling of this mall is that it is very clear and well maintained. Nothing spectacular, just a nice place to go and shop or eat.

What colorful, artsy, unique and fun place to shop! Erin, the owner is pictured here and is the…read moreperfect host! She helps you when you need help and leave you alone when you want to browse. She took her purse to sit behind the counter so we could shop hands-free and offered us water as we explored her wide selection of Hand picked clothes and accessories for all sizes. If you are yearning for something that truly expresses yourself and are tired of the box stores, this is the place to come! Thank you, Erin, for a great time! I'm taking home fabulous new glass frames by a designer in Israel and a wonderful scarf and necklace and my friend bought a whole new outfit!

This store has always been a favorite of mine, but also felt a little "stuck" behind the times…read more This store has been around forever (think business suits of the 80s). I walked by the other day and WOW, Mary Walter got a GLOW UP! The owners (Cameron and Erin) were there and filled me in on all their upgrades lately: new paint, new floors, new layout! Now the amazing clothing matches the aesthetic! Now you look AND FEEL like the upscale store you are! Bravo guys! Your store looks incredible! (And deserves this updated review!)

The girls in there are so friendly and willing to help! I've had such great luck in this store…read morelately and they make shopping for an event fun! :)

I can't believe it's taken me so long to stop into this free standing A&O. The eclectic yet chic…read moredisplays-- to mention a sale rack featuring items 65%-75% off--are just what the doctor ordered to shake off the January doldrums. I usually hit up Bloomingdale's across the street for my fix; this location, with its spacious interiors and vast accessory and shoe sections to complement the delectable wearables, made me realize just what I was missing. As a walk down retail memory lane, Cop Copine (now in the 900 North Shops) used to be in this location. There was only one other customer in the store and the retail experience was what I appreciate the most- attentive without being overbearing. I ended up with a dress for an event in April (originally $600, marked down to $350) and a skirt and top. Unfortunately for me - maybe not so much for my pocketbook - the full skirt that I was eyeing (on full price) was not available in my size. The personalized service and nifty garment bag that folded up and over into shopping-bag proportions all contributed to my good shopping vibes. Word to the wise: the sale will be ending in a matter of days, at which time all the goods will be packed up and shipped off to the warehouse to make way for Spring 2015 goods. If you want to check out the sale goods while they still last, I suggest coming here without delay.