North Shore Fashion

The North Shore Is A Sure Thing For Fashionistas

Our North Shore Fashion Report

Nicchia
Gordon Salon
Lori's Shoes
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Highland Park Fashion Week 2007 - our wrap up.

You don’t have to be a clothes horse to enjoy that feeling new fashions stir in you – as if you’re suddenly new again, or you’ve been transformed into that glam girl - or guy - you always knew you were. The North Shore has dozens and dozens of shops from which you can spend time browsing for the style that speaks to you. From fancy and frilly to prim and preppy, casual to conservative – the North Shore has it all.

For Women

If you are not afraid to wear fur, do it with gusto, by wearing a coat from Hana K, which has stores in Lake Forest and Glencoe. Kevan Hall and Liz Logie fans and find their favorite couture at The Lake Forest Shop. Need a cashmere fix? Check out another Lake Forest institution, TSE. Sans Souci, also in Lake Forest, is where you’ll find the Carlisle Collection, and where professional women can meet their wardrobe needs.

If you head to Highland Park in search of a new fashion find, and leave without something, then you just didn’t try. Indigo Clothing Della Moda’s selection is inspired by high-end contemporary trends. Bett’s has been a North Shore trendsetter for more than 30 years. Looking for a unique look? Try Sunflower, which also carries great accessories. And if you’re ready for some urban appeal, try Anthropologie. Need something neat for your feet? Try Lori’s Shoes (also with a Northfield location), where you can treat those tootsies, too. And is you just plain want some fun, try the TShirt Deli, for a custom--made tee just for you, a family member, a friend - any reason is a good reason to check them out.

Nicchia, in Glencoe, is a fabulous place to go for that custom tailored fit you’ve laways desired. And in Winnetka, shoppers know that Bobby Chi is the place for hand painted works of fashion art. For a chic boutique, try Gray’s, with another location in Lake Forest. For a more casual feel, try Jake. Sophisticated, high-end looks for active women are are the norm at Neapolitan.

Feeling collegiate? Evanston is home to American Apparel, a hip, urban-edge store with American made fashion leaning toward the casual - lots of tees and hoodies. Evanston isn’t just about college couture. The Crowded Closet has great fashion finds for consignment lovers. Teresa Marie is a great place to find a knitted work of art. If you need a new yoga outfit, try Before The Ballet on Central St.

Glenview is home to a number of European-style boutiques, including Vibrato and Suite 1224. Moms-to-be and all those in between looking for hip fashion can check out Hot Mama. And if you’re into an East Coast on-the-Cape look, try Country Classics.

For Men

Looking for a store that can help you craft a brilliant business wardrobe? Northfield’s Tom James has you covered. Their sales professionals can help you design a wardrobe that “suits” your style. Is dad in need of a new pair of jeans? Take him to E Street Denim in Highland Park, where dad and mom can strut their stuff. Anthropologie is also a fashion forward venue with styles for any occasion. Looking for a casual athletic feel? Something your wife will let you wear to dinner? Try Winnetka’s The Fell Company, or Jake.

In Wilmette, Huntley’s is another great place to go in search of a classic business wardrobe. Wilmette is also the place to treat your feet, with Birkenstock and Hanig’s. Active Endeavors in Evanston will definitely bring out the casual fashionista in a man, as will Uncle Dan’s.

Northbrook is home to Leonard’s Mens and Boyswear, a great place to start when formalwear is required.

For Kids

Lake Forest’s Pheobe and Frances, Penny’s From Heaven and Lillie Alexander are wonderful places to go when kids are in need of a fashion pit stop. Highland Park’s My Generation lets little girls shape theirs with interesting fashion finds. The Lad and Lassie Shop in Wilmette carries a wonderful line of children’s clothes, and when your kids have outgrown them, you can take them to Bearly Used for another life.

In Glenview, Amazing Gracie’s and Country Classics are a wonderful stops for casual to classic wear for boys and girls. And Strasburg Children features the finest in formal wear for children. Looking for a whimsical pair of shoes? Try Kinga in the Glen Town Center.

Girls can also party while they shop at Justice The Store for Girls, in the Glen Town Center. Let the staff here make your princess’s special day a magical one with makeup and fashion get-togethers.