Top shops by neighborhood
Head to these retail districts for boutique-fueled shopping
August 19, 2008
Shop Pilsen and University Village
From too-cool-for-school vintage shops to high-end designer enclaves, the boutique offerings in Pilsen and University Village are growing by the day.
Shop Division
From chocolate to trendy threads aplenty, you'll find it on this retail-packed Wicker Park strip
Shop Southport
Between the strollers and Cubs' jerseys, you'll find adorable gift shops, trendy clothing meccas and more on this Lakeview strip
Shop Wicker Park and Bucktown
From pricey designer boutiques to too-cool kids stores, this dense shopping district is no longer just a hipster haven
Shop Lincoln Park
Indie boutiques hold their own alongside chain stores in this long-time favorite of a shopping district
Shop Wells Street
For an eclectic shopping excursion, follow this street from Old Town up into Lincoln Park
Shop the West Loop
You'll find plenty of fine fashion -- plus funky sneaks, unique jewelry and Oprah, of course -- in this industrial-chic corridor
Shop Roscoe Village
This family-friendly 'hood sports a diverse cross-section of shops, from eco-friendly home goods to snazzy vintage garb
Shop Andersonville
This North Side neighborhood boasts its fair share of indie boutiques
Shop the South Loop
Plan an afternoon of shopping in these two south-side neighborhoods



