1024 W. Armitage, (773)880-8061, shopsheboutique.com 
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Goods: Clothing, shoes and accessories for women. Designers: Raven, Frankie B, Ya-Ya, Grey Ant, Jill Stuart, Mint, KushCush, Thayer; shoes by Ruthie Davis. Owner: Fashionistas Nicolette Karney and Lindsay Madigan opened She after noticing it was harder to find boutiques that were fashion forward and offered a blend of comfort and style. Vibe: The cool, sleek, mostly metallic room is warmed up by background beats, TVs showing music videos and the cheerful, quick-to-help employees. Price Range: Moderate-Expensive. The Look: She is an acronym for “she has everything,” and the shop lives up to its motto. Whether you’re suiting up for a first date at the movies or a black-tie benefit, She can outfit you in perfectly crafted clothing that is on the cutting edge of style. And the fashion-loving staff is happy to help create the perfect ensemble. Shopper’s Perks: They offer in-store tailoring, and will track down and order any wardrobe piece if they don’t carry it. The Thing for Spring: She brings sleek style to the ‘burbs with the opening of a new Hinsdale location.
64 E. Walton, (312)951-5383, samanthachicago.com (No Ratings Yet)
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Goods: Clothing, lingerie, swimwear and accessories for women. Designers: Milly, Smythe, Kenneth Jay Lane, Ya-Ya, Vince and Genetic denim. Owner: Samantha Mittelman opened the California-cool boutique in an effort to infuse the Midwest with West Coast style. Vibe: Samantha channels Barbie’s dream house with a white ostrich-skin couch, slick pink chairs and shaggy pink rugs. The walls are dressed in a girly flower print and mod white lamps illuminate the space. Price Range: Expensive. The Look: Trend-driven and youthful. Beach babe by day, party girl by night. Gold Coast girl with California dreams. Shopper’s Perks: Starlets love this place, so you may just have a celebrity sighting. Also, the store’s Web site allows for online shopping. The Thing for Spring: LNA’s perfect-fit crewneck and v-neck tees, and the staff raves about the double-breasted schoolboy blazer by Smythe.
2016 W. Concord, (773)276-0905, betaboutique.com (No Ratings Yet)
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Goods: Discounted designer clothing, bags and accessories for women. Designers: The list of designers is long and always growing, with everything from Betsey Johnson to Charlotte Ronson to Ya-Ya. Owner: After building her fashion clout working in the offices of Ann Taylor in New York, Janice Moskoff moved to Chicago to avoid the daily corporate grind. Vibe: Hidden away on a side street, the shop feels like a well-kept secret you’re proud to have stumbled upon. The interior is bright, and help is outgoing without being overbearing. Price Range: Inexpensive-Moderate. The Look: Casually dressed to impress and effortlessly on top of trends. Shopper’s Perks: Sign up on the Web site to get emails on new designers and shipments, as well as info on their multitude of events.
UPDATED SEPTEMBER 2008
