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Unique Finds for Holiday Gifts

Ready? Set? Gift! Gearing up for the holidays, you can dress to impress and score the perfect present for anyone on your giving list. North Shore shops brim with all the latest trends and quality classics in clothing, household goods, self-care goodies, and playful trinkets. See where you can discover the Endless Shopportunity delights that await you on the North Shore.
 

BlackSheep General Store, Glencoe
BlackSheep General Store, Glencoe

Gorgeous Home Goods and Goodies
Local legend Chalet Nursery (Wilmette) has been delivering curated home decor and garden-focused products — along with their inspired landscape design — for 100+ years. Take a whiff of their exquisitely fragranced Holiday Classic Candle from Nest to activate all the jolly spirits! For an astonishing range of treats, keep BlackSheep General Store (Glencoe) on your list of must-visit shops. Artem Pop Up Gallery (Evanston) trades in the handcrafted work of talented local artisans. Among all the jewelry, woodwork, fiber arts, photography, and more, you’ll find one-of-a-kind ceramics to enhance any home and dinner table.
 

Maze Home, Winnetka
Maze Home, Winnetka

Great Gifts Abound
Explore the beautiful Maze Home (Winnetka) with its extensive, elegant collection of lamps, occasional tables, and unique accessories from the Paris markets and across the globe. Among the barware, decorative pillows, and clocks, the cutting boards that can be personalized with a family recipe are a sure winner. The inventive team at Squeezebox Books & Music (Evanston) have stocked their corner shop with a slew of books and puzzles, along with LPs, 45s, and CDs, to tickle from the latest novels to the tastiest cookbooks, classic rock to the latest Brazilian beats.
 

The Wild Child, Glencoe
The Wild Child, Glencoe & Wilmette

Cross all the Names Off Your List
Wild Child
(Glencoe & Wilmette) carries unique toys, games, crafts, jewelry, and apparel for small fry from infancy to 15 years old. The latest rage is the Toniebox, the new audio system for children. Pop a “Tonie” on and let the audio adventure begin. Eponymous Eve Alfille Gallery and Studio (Evanston) sells exquisite jewelry by the award-winning artist and former archaeologist. Her latest Weather Report collection charms with freshwater pearls, moonstones, and precious gems.
 

“Stella
Stella Boutique, Evanston

Women’s Fashion Finds
Bringing city style to the 'burbs, Randoon’s (Winnetka) is a hip clothing, accessory, and gift boutique/couture café where this season’s cozy cardigans pair nicely with embroidered jeans. Fall fashion with a purpose is bursting at Hubba-Hubba (Wilmette), too. The local fixture for trendy women's clothes and accessories has darling ski-friendly sweaters, hats, and scarves. Browse around Stella Boutique (Evanston), a chic, funky hotspot filled with an eclectic mix of clothing, jewelry, handbags, accessories, home accoutrements, and gifts. The adorable teddy bear sherpa shacket and handmade, faux-sherpa slippers go great with the plush sherpa throw all to keep you cute and toasty.
 

“Madison
Madison Grace, Evanston

For the Fashion Forward
Madison Grace (Evanston) shines with a relaxed, approachable take on women’s fashion. Check out the popular Houndstooth Shacket or Ultrasoft Mockneck Sweater, or customize your gift for a special someone with a spa day collection starring a salt soak and vegan lip balm. Drop into Payton Rose (Northbrook) where the stylish women’s wear shop offers pretty blouses and flares, snappy hoodies and joggers.
 

“North Shore Exchange
North Shore Exchange, Skokie

Resale Shops and Antique Treasures
The unique consignment store Twisted Trunk (Glenview) specializes in higher-end, pre-owned items, plus new goodies from various designers. Spruce up the homestead for parties and houseguests with decorative lamps, occasional tables, and holiday items. 
 

“Secret
Secret Treasures Antiques and Collectibles, Evansaton

More Marvelous Vintage Gems
Need a host/hostess gift? Secret Treasures Antiques and Collectibles (Evanston) journeys to Midcentury chic and back again with an awesome selection. This antiques emporium brims with housewares and collectibles revealing vintage treasures, glassware, oddities, and ornaments. A consignment paradise, Village Treasure House (Northbrook) is a real “find” with upscale and vintage furniture and home décor, like crystal stemware, silver serving trays, and Christmas specialties that are bound to be your new favorite every holiday season.
 

Westfield Old Orchard, Skokie
Westfield Old Orchard, Skokie

Shopping Center Chic
Strolling and shopping in one convenient location is the perfect way to merge your quest for food, fashion, and entertainment while juggling your holiday to-do list. With 100+ stores including Nordstrom and Williams Sonoma to explore, Westfield Old Orchard (Skokie) will keep you coming back to discover new stores, too. Get to know Vuori for performance apparel, Alo Yoga sporting studio-to-street clothes, and Amour Vert with a sustainable mission for their California comfy/Parisian flare ware — just to name a few. Visit with the jolly man himself at the magical Santa’s Trolley Holiday Experience this season.
 

Crate & Barrel, Northbrook Court, Northbrook
Crate & Barrel, Northbrook Court, Northbrook

Brands Bonanza
Northbrook Court
(Northbrook) is the mecca for your fave brands where you can see what’s new at Apple Store, lululemon, and more. Crate & Barrel always wins with must-have’s like the joyfully-designed Smeg kettles that will give you (or your giftee) the perfect pour every time. With pretty European town charm The Glen Town Center (Glenview) flaunts a lovely range of shops including fashionista staples like Apricot Lane Boutique to Notice: Accessories for Living. Remember Dick’s Sporting Goods has a great selection for kids and teens with sweatshirts, hoodies, and all the shoe brands from Crocs to Jordans to keep them moving and looking good!
 

“Lincolnwood
Lincolnwood Town Center, Lincolnwood

Treats from Tip to Toe
Happy shopping hub Lincolnwood Town Center (Lincolnwood) is a beautifully designed and fully-enclosed mall for an all-weather, family-friendly indoor atmosphere. Home to 80+ retailers, you’ll find a store for every style, like Old Navy, Kohl’s, Express, Victoria’s Secret, and more for everything from cute and cozy stocking stuffers to exquisite fine jewelry. You can even outfit the whole house at The RoomPlace, with stunning accents like geometric area rugs to add some magic. For a shopping recess, head to the upper level where little ones can play and explore in the Children's Play Area before you take time out for a manicure from one the nail salons.

 

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