Finally made it to one of the stores! I've been a fan of this jewelry line for a while now (and…read moreKristin Cavallari). The space is super cute and minimalistic--just like her pieces. Personally, I love simple jewelry, which is why I've always been drawn to this brand. It's simple and chic, yet still makes a statement.

online customer purchasing and experience is terrible. Sale earrings unsafely heavy; bracelets huge…read moreand nonadjustable. When I complained they told me to donate or gift them. They also said these features are jewelry preference issues.

I was browsing around in this neighborhood when I suddenly realized I had a very important teen…read moregirl birthday gift I needed TODAY. Not my current competency but I walked into this store and was blown away. And I'm a 30+ year retail veteran! It was not only so well curated between clothing, gifts, and holiday, but it was also perfectly merchandised. At 4 in the afternoon, this time of year, that is no small task. And there were super helpful sales help and options. After narrowing down my options, the manager, Adam Bremer, rang me up. But it didn't end there-he gift wrapped the book, like it was a far more costly gift down to ensuring the tissue was folded decently and including a gift receipt and a dog bone for her dog. It warmed this retailer's heart and I will certainly add them to my list of stores to keep an eye on.

A fun, clean, organized store to peruse. There were two stories including two separate sale…read moresections. I specifically enjoyed looking through the kitchen section and it had great selections. The bathroom was also noteworthy as it was very clean and stocked. We spent a while in here looking through all the fun decor!

I love The Fig Tree! I always make a point to visit there when I'm in the West Loop. It is a great…read moreplace for gifts! I usually grab a few things to keep on hand because they have such great crowd pleasers. I think their card selection is great. There are so many beautiful cards available. The employees are always very nice and they kindly offer gift wrapping. It is also dog friendly, so I've brought in my dog a few times and he loves getting fussed over. I would highly recommend the Fig Tree! It is one of Chicago's best gift shops, in my opinion.

The Fig Tree is a cute shop in the West Loop that I've tried to get to for some time. It's not very…read morelarge but they have a wide variety of gifts and even souvenirs. They have some great Chicago-related merchandise: Glasses, coasters, kitchen towels, and so on. I was surprised to see an area with children's items like onesies and t-shirts and some small toys. They had a lot of cards, as well as a big section of socks. A lot of snarky and irreverent items too. This shop isn't easy for me to get to--I live on the north side and so it's nowhere near my neighborhood, and the couple other times I've attempted to visit here there was no parking around, so I'm not sure I'll be able to get back anytime soon. I would recommend it though and will be back if I'm around.

I've been waiting for an Aether to open in Chicago! The store is beautiful and the staff is…read morefriendly. If you're in the west loop it's definitely a store to check out!

From the owner: The AETHERoutpost retail concept came about as a response to the currently troubled state of…read moreretail. Instead of shying away from expanding its footprint, AETHER decided to capitalize on the plethora of prime retail spaces available with this traveling and packable mobile store, that stays true to the brand's thoughtful, minimalist aesthetic. With designer Thierry Gaugain and his Paris-based partner, Odilon Guenot, AETHER created a unique retail experience that is lightweight and easily packable so that it can be transported around the country in a small van and set up in a single day. The AETHERoutpost has popped up on Manhattan's Upper East Side and in Denver, Colorado. AETHERoutpost Chicago is now open.

We chose Brilliant Earth for our wedding bands and were really excited going into the process, but…read moreunfortunately our experience was disappointing. One of the biggest issues was how impersonal everything felt. We visited the store a total of six times, and each visit felt like we were starting from scratch. There was no sense of continuity or relationship-building--no one seemed familiar with us or our previous visits, which made the experience feel very corporate and transactional rather than special. On top of that, we received conflicting information about our warranty depending on who we spoke to. This lack of consistency was frustrating and left us feeling unsure about what was actually covered. Even during pickup, there was a lack of attention to detail--we were asked if we wanted to wear the band out instead of receiving a box and bag, despite the fact that we are not yet married. It just reinforced the feeling that our situation wasn't being thoughtfully considered. For something as meaningful as wedding bands, we were hoping for a more personalized and seamless experience. Unfortunately, the lack of consistency, communication, and overall attentiveness took away from what should have been an exciting and memorable process. I'd recommend others consider whether they're looking for a more individualized experience before choosing to go this route. Maybe we just had a 5/5 experience with my engagement ring but we were so sad with our experience.

My boyfriend and I went engagement ring shopping and had the best experience! Maddie helped us out…read moreand she was the best! I highly recommend seeing her! The space is large and very clean! I got to try on many options and if there is something online that wasn't in store we can request it and go back in. Overall such a great experience!

Great products. However, online customer support is…read moreterrible and phone support is non-existent.

Outstanding! My husband LOVES the brand and was excited there was store nearby. We went with the…read moreintent of purchasing a thing or two and ended up with much more than that thanks to the fabulous customer service. Aiya, Mari, and Ike are so helpful, kind, and fun. I didn't know that the brand carried women's clothing so was over the moon excited to find out that they did AND had my size. We love the location, the easy to shop store but most of all the people that work here. We will be definitely be shopping here on a regular basis. Highly recommend!

Postcard inside monos is so cute and such a vibe. The cappuccino was on point but be prepared to…read morewait for it (it's worth it). They spin on Thursdays and Saturdays (I'm pretty sure those were the days they said to me) so if you want to catch some tunes while having coffee, this is the place for you. It is small so seating and space for a line is limited.

We were very excited to purchase the new aluminum luggage from Monos, but in very little time we…read morelearned how mediocre the luggage is. The quality and workmanship is subpar. The telescopic handle doesn't always function. It gets stuck and doesn't go all the way up. The latches on both the carry on and medium check in jam up making it unable to open. The aluminum has dents even the carry on. I got the champagne color and the coating is starting to rub off on both pieces. We went on one trip with them which is how we became aware of the disaster we had on our hands. It was the first time we had used them. Not even 48 hours and we knew they were inferior quality. We ended up purchasing the Lufthansa Luggage to replace the Monos. The Lufthansa Luggage is fantastic! No dents or any of the other issues we had with the Monos Luggage. Sadly, Lufthansa Luggage can only be purchased in few locations. Monos customer service is abysmal!!!! There really is none!!! Was never able to physical connect with a human over the phone. We were ineligible to return the luggage!!! They never accepted blame for the failures of their luggage. I strongly recommend staying away from Monos Luggage!!! Instead purchase Lufthansa Luggage, Rimowa or Away as they all stand by their products.

One of the best racks I've been to. The selection is organized, and their designer items are…read morereasonably priced. Service is friendly. Always look forward to coming to this store when I am in Chicago.

This Nordstrom Rack had a pretty good selection of inventory! I was able to pick up a few pieces…read morefor myself by Adrienne Papell and some house slippers for my hubby. The total came out to be less than what I had expected which was a nice surprise. Didn't have to wait long to pay either and change rooms were relatively empty. Although I did go on a Thursday. Parking is expensive around this area so my hubby dropped me off to shop. Also it's right next to my other favorite shop, Uniqlo! Block 37 has all the best shops and is super convenient and walkable.