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 Active Brands |
853 West Armitage Chicago, IL 60614 United States +1 773 281 8100 http://www.activeendeavors.com/ |
You'll find all the latest brands of high-performance leisure sport and outdoor clothing here. Sportswear and shoes are also in stock. Also available are designer clothes and accessories for men and women. Check the web site for the other branches in Chicago. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Alcala's Western Wear |
1733 West Chicago Avenue Chicago, IL 60622 United States +1 312 226 0152 http://www.alcalas.com/ boots@alcalas.com |
Alcala's is the place to get your hats and boots to complete your cowboy attire. Jeans, buckles, belts, perfumes and more, line the racks. And just for the record, they have more than 12,000 pairs of boots. The mainly Spanish speaking staff provides attentive service. In case you can't find what you're looking for, Alcala will specially ship it for you! So quit pondering and get your favorite piece of Stetson or Resistol. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 For the outdoors enthusiast |
6112 Grand Avenue Gurnee Mills Mall Chicago, IL 60031 United States +1 847 856 1229 / +1 800 976 6344 http://www.basspro.com |
The ultimate one-stop shop for the outdoors enthusiast is HUGE! In addition to the equipment and apparel, the store houses a trout pond, a giant aquarium, a waterfall, a shooting arcade and a restaurant. Get the idea? Tons of specialty items are available for fishers and hunters of all levels. Golf and camping sections round out the varied merchandise, and kids (and a lot of their parents) always love wandering the creatively-designed store. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get down under |
6674 North Northwest Highway Chicago, IL 60631 United States +1 773 763 1626 |
In business since 1981, owner Bernie Berry has gone a long way in offering everything conceivable for both the professional or amateur diver, including a list of packages for scuba diving at spots around the globe. The store offers group travel packages to the Caribbean and South Pacific, as well as live-aboard diving specials thatallow for diving in regions that cannot be reached from land-based operations. Tanks, sweatsuits, regulators and BCDs (buoyancy compensation devices) are available for rent. High-end equipment such as Mares-Ruby Titanium Regulators, is also available. Classes from basic open-water to instructor-level diving are offered and can be booked in conjunction with trips. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Classic department store |
1 South State Street 5th Floor Chicago, IL 60603 United States +1 312 641 7000 |
Although the building's glory has long since gone, the marvelous wrought-iron decoration on the front of Louis Sullivan's masterpiece is worth more than a cursory look. While the interior has faded into a status quo department store, the outside is elegance personified. Most of Sullivan's work remains intact, although Daniel Burnham and Co. and Holabird and Roche made later additions. These architectural firms were no slouches. Together, they created an enduring Chicago landmark. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Upscale Outlet Shopping |
650 Premium Outlets Boulevard Chicago, IL 60502 United States +1 630 585 2200 http://www.premiumoutlets.com/... |
Located conveniently just 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago, Chicago Premium Outlets offers upscale outlet shopping with an impressive collection of 120 designer and name brand outlet stores. Enjoy savings of 25% to 65% every day. Stores include Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein, Elie Tahari, Gap Outlet, J.Crew, Polo Ralph Lauren, Salvatore Ferragamo, Sony and many more. Visit their website for a complete list of stores, sales & events, hours and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Don't wait 'til next year |
959 W Addison Street Chicago, IL 60613 United States +1 630 694 8566 http://www.wrigleyvillesport.com/ needhelp@wrigleyvillesports.com |
While it does carry merchandise from all of the professional sports teams, the store's proximity to Wrigley Field means it caters to the many Cub fans who straggle in before and after the game. (For a wider selection of other team paraphernalia, visit the store's flagship Michigan Avenue location.) You find team jerseys, caps and even a selection of gloves, balls and bats. The merchandise is a great way to pay homage to your favorite player as you watch the boys of summer slug it out in the Friendly Confines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fashion with a Southwest slant |
948 North Rush Street Chicago, IL 60611 United States +1 312 944 8832 / +1 888 855 4986 http://www.chicos.com customerservice@chicos.com |
This California-based outlet is 180 stores strong. The collections include charmers such as, a Chiara Velvet Empress Wrap, made of rayon and silk, long sleeves, with wide armholes. Or try the Lumiere Hombre shirt, made of rayon and silk, with two breast pockets, and button cuffs. The shop offers a large selection of velvet items, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Yuppie sweatpants |
50 East Oak Street, No. 1E Chicago, IL 60611 United States +1 312 943 8676 / +1 800 235 9005 http://www.fitigues.com |
With clothes to emphasize the soft and sensual for working professionals, the focus here is on women's and children's selections. Try a reverse-side sanded Lycra V-neck boxy tee in metallic slate. Or, if you are wardrobing for two, slip into a stretch velvet sleeveless maternity dress with embroidered lace detail in black. The shop also offers beautiful handmade velvet bows and stylish Victorian carved glass buttons. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One of America's largest discount shopping centers |
6170 Grand Ave Chicago, IL 60031 United States +1 847 263 7500 / +1 800 937 7467 http://www.gurneemillsmall.com |
The hundreds of brand-name discount clothing, shoe, and houseware outlets make Gurnee Mills the mall of choice for Chicagoans and area visitors. Located near the Six Flags theme park in Gurnee IL, this huge indoor bargain center houses clearance shops for Spiegel, JC Penney, Saks Fifth Avenue, Lord & Taylor and many other top-of-the-line stores. The shopping center also contains a food court with a wide variety of restaurants and movie theaters. Shopping has never been this much fun. Credit cards are accepted, but may vary by the establishment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Skating supplies |
1100 North Dearborn Street Chicago, IL 60610 United States +1 312 751 2794 / +1 877 404 1593 http://www.londomondo.com sales@londomondo.com |
If rollerblading, ice skating or anything on wheels or blades is your hobby, the selection at this skate shop should tickle your fancy. Brand names include the spectacular Brian Shima Pro Model Psirus skates, and many, many others. When you buy any Throne USD Pro Model skate you get a complete Fifty/50 Pro Model Frame kit upgrade for free, a $100 value. The shop sponsors a weekly blading run on Sundays during the summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Manhattan Icon in Chicago |
111 North State Street Chicago, IL 60602 United States +1 312 781 1000 http://www.macys.com/ |
Macy's is one of America's most popular department stores, with locations in Chicago on State Street and on North Michigan Avenue. This full-service department store caters to men, women, teens, children, and the home. You can get a makeover at counters hosted by Prescriptives, Christian Dior, Clinique, Lancôme, and Estee Lauder. Young women will love the junior department's fashions by Guess, Calvin Klein, and Esprit. You can fit the whole family in casual and dress shoes at Macy's footwear salons. Don't miss the FAO Schwarz store inside! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Original State Street store |
111 North State Street Chicago, IL 60602 United States +1 312 781 1000 http://www.fields.com/common/s... |
Arguably the first major department store of its kind, Marshall Field's on State Street has stood the test of time and remained a strong presence in the Chicago market. Unlike nearby Carson Pirie and Scott, however, its outside is not aesthetically impressive except for the clock made famous by a Norman Rockwell painting. Also, unlike Carson's, the interior is something to see: The central lobby sweeps up to the roof with glass elevators, fountains gurgle, and a piano player tinkles out American standards. The Tiffany Window, one of the largest ever created, is breathtaking. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chicagoland's largest selection of Nike merchandise |
669 North Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60611 United States +1 312 642 6363 |
Test-drive Nike footwear, clothing and sports equipment on the indoor basketball half-court, watch inspirational videos featuring basketball greats like Michael Jordan and Larry Bird and learn the history of various sports through interactive displays at Niketown Chicago, where the brand's slogan, "Just Do It," takes on new meaning. The store is comprised of a multitude of rooms, each devoted to a particular sport or product category, so shoppers can streamline their searches. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Youth oriented fashions |
812 West Belmont Avenue 2nd Floor Chicago, IL 60657 United States +1 773 868 9263 http://www.ragstock.com |
Known throughout Chicago for its affordable, youth oriented fashions, this place is a must see for any twenty something on a shopping tour of the city. The atmosphere ,is funky, and the clothes are arranged warehouse style on racks throughout the large showroom. You can find branded jeans, men's button-down shirts, corduroy pants, dresses and women's retro blouses. A large selection of military and outdoor clothing is also available, most of which is imported directly from Europe. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get the gear you need |
4836 North Clark St Chicago, IL 60640 United States +1 773 275 5500 http://rainbosportsshop.com |
In business since 1956, this sports shop has been an industry leader since it first opened. Whatever type of skating is your bag; be it figure skating, inline skating or quad roller-skating; you can find what you need here. Like its namesake, the venerable Rainbo Arena, this store is synonymous with skating. It carries wheels and bearings, T-shirts, pants, shorts, belts, sharpening jigs, sharpening stones, lubes, blade tools, protective gear, blade guards, boot covers and much, much more. All of the employees here know their skates; some are skate instructors, others are nationally-ranked competitors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Anything running oriented |
3352 North Paulina Street Chicago, IL 60657 United States +1 773 868 0893 http://www.universalsole.com |
Touting itself as "Chicago's source for running," this store sells just about anything running oriented, with shoes from Adidas, Asics, Brooks, Fila, Mizuno, Nike, New Balance, Reebok and Saucony. Shoes range from $55-$140, with the average pair going for about $85. A full line of Patagonia endurance apparel, including sweats, shirts and socks, is also available, as well as a selection of outdoor gear. Runners can also find sport watches, heart monitors and other accessories, or purchase some nutrition bars. Review © 2007, Wcities |
