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.

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!

Wonderful selection of stylish hats, clothing, The Bean miniatures, etc. The owner was kind,…read morehelpful, calm, and funny. Prices are what you'd expect for the area.

Good selection of souvenirs, but everything is very expensive. $45 for a bucket hat is absolutely…read moreinsane. They have all kinds of merchandise, including bean replicas, keychains, T shirts, ball caps, and just about anything else you could want as a souvenir. Great variety and fun to browse, but be prepared for some serious sticker shock.

Love it! Was in the area and stopped in, such a friendly atmosphere with affordable vintage…read moretreasures. They have mystery bags of clothes, vinyl, jewelry and vintage "artifacts" (kind of trash but fun to discover)

It's a small shop but it's filled with whimsical knick knacks and fun physical media. It's also got…read morean eclectic perfume collection if you're into perfumes. I saw some beautiful and reasonably priced jeans and pretty tops but settled on a basic slip I'd been on the hunt for. They also had $5 bins which I missed out on since they weren't very visible. I found out after seeing them on Instagram! I'll be back to check out those bins!

The gift shop is beautiful featuring products like mine (TR Naturals) that are hand crafted and…read moremade with more natural ingredients for a healthier home and body. My favorite products on my line are the Entwined Body Butter, Peach Candle, Cleansing Candle, Peppermint Sugar Scrub, Coco Infused Lip Balm, and Baby Powder Deodorant. Come visit and say Renita sent you on Yelp and receive $5 off $30 spent with TR Naturals.

Today I was able to sit down and meet with the Owner and her staff to discuss my experience at the…read morevenue. It was very peaceful and solution focused. Kenya and her staff apologized and we are now able to move forward.

I came here for a Saturday opening and reception of Composing Color: Paintings by Alma Thomas and…read moreBeyond Boundaries: Three Decades of Contemporary Chinese Art. It was so nice to go to a reception on a Saturday afternoon instead of a week night. The setup of the place is such that the food and drinks are floor level, but no food/drinks are allowed in the gallery space. Not convenient but understandable. This was my 2nd or 3rd time in this space. There was cheese/meat/fruit in one area, sealed pieces of cake in another area, and bartenders pouring wine, beer, soda, and water. Also a special drink dedicated to Alma Thomas. I was not familiar with her work, she was big admirer of outer space. It coincided with the Artemis II lunar space trip, so that was just awesome! The other exhibit about the University of Chicago's history with Chinese art was visually arresting and thought-provoking. There was a space separate for kids to do crafts as well. the bathrooms were small but clean, and a coat rack was provided, which was quite convenient. It is not far from public transportation, and I can't speak to parking, but the campus is so nice, if you live a mile or so away, it's a nice walk.

Family Day at the Smart Museum…read more When my daughter booked our family for Family Day as what we thought was part of U Chicago's Family Day, we were quite excited. A fun crafting adventure for the weekend. We almost didn't go as we were running late. Called and they said to come, so we did. Lucky to find a parking spot next to the Smart Museum on the University of Chicago campus. Walked in to the open atrium where we saw families of preschool aged kids with their mommies and daddies weaving on paper looms. My daughters have progressed to grad school, so we were a bit surprised. The museum curator also said when she scheduled Family Day at the Smart Museum of Art, she didn't realize that was also UChicago's Family Day. What a coincidence! So....we explored the museum first for inspiration. The museum is small, but had some beautiful installations. My favorite was the sunflower quilt print. The Sunflower Quilting Bee at Arles. Rosa Parks. Sojourner Truth. Ida Wells. Mary McLeod Bethune. Harriet Tubman. Vincent Van Gogh watching strong women advocate for equality from a distance. So powerful. Then, back to the atrium to pick up paper looms and fill brown paper bags with and assortment of strands of yarn, cord, shells and cards. Not having a plan, we went to work. Creativity inspired by our love for each other. Nice to have their featured artist come check on us. No, we were not on our phones. We were weaving small works of art. A great opportunity to spend a few quality hours with my daughters away from their responsibilities as adults studying to make an impact on the world. Family Day at the Smart Museum of Art. #2700

Just to clear up what may be a misconception...this isn't some stuffy, overpriced shop in a great…read moremuseum. It IS a fun and accessible, even affordable shop in a great museum! (One of two such shops, in fact; check out the Museum Shop at the Michigan Ave entrance.) Not only are there art books, prints and related items featuring great works....there is also available a wide assortment of random items such as local-interest restaurant books, funky kitchen accessories as well as scarves and jewelry. The list doesn't end there though - and you don't have to pay to enter the shop - just hit the "Monroe entrance" of the Art Institute and you can check it out for yourself. I'd been admiring a large glass bowl, handmade in Turkey, and was delighted to discover that it was priced at $50.00. Since I'm a museum member, I'd always receive the 10% off, but this past week was double discount so it was a 20% discount. Awesome! The staff has always been considerate and helpful. My only gripe? I'd requested a bag and I was not given one. (This was on a day when I wasn't making a purchase, but I needed a bag...can't recall what was the situation.) I found the refusall a bit surprising as well as unaccommodating, so there I dock the fifth star!

I stopped in here. I thought about getting a ticket into the Art Institute, but nixed it since it…read morewas $25 and I had only 1.5 hours before closing. The last time I went there the main exhibit was so dark and morbid that I wondered if the artist was hugged as a child. I bought a pair of amber earrings for the sister and a metal soap that would remove smells from hands, such as garlic and fish. Would definitely come and buy from again.

This establishment is a great place to pick up something unique for yourself or someone you need to…read moreimpress with a thoughtful, witty, or intelligent gift. They have a great selection of unique greeting cards and Chicago related items for the home. They have inclusive branded merchandise for everyone. The store is smaller but, if you take the time to read and look at everything you may be there a while and totally enjoy it.

Fun shop to visit for any gift needs! They have art and…read morecards designed by local artists as well as items like candles, mugs, jewelry, baby clothes, and more. It's great to have a store like this in the neighborhood. The folks there are always welcoming and helpful. The interior does look a little dark from the outside, so it may not be clear whether they're open or not, so they have a big sign in front when they are.

I needed quick turn around for a baby shower and hostess gift. I received immediate and friendly…read moreand helpful service. WOW! Beautiful selection! Wrapped and out the door in minutes. Thank you, Smitten!

If you're in search of Jellycat plushies, this is the spot! There's a wider variety as the holidays…read moreare coming up!