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Browse nationally recognized department stores offering everything from apparel and jewelry to home furnishings and appliances in convenient area malls. For unique finds, the North Shore's retail shopping districts are lined with antique stores, chic designer boutiques, specialty shops and magnificent art galleries.

Abt Candy Store
1200 N. Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
(847) 544-2865
Now, visitors to Abt can get their sugar fix in between shopping for a new TV or kitchen appliances. If you’ve got a savory tooth, potato chip or pizza-flavored choc... MORE

Abt Electronics
1200 N. Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
(847) 544-2275
A family-run appliance and electronics store operating 350,000 square foot facility. Showcasing all the top brands. Virtually every brand name, high-end electronic p... MORE
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Antiques & Porcelain by G.K.
1705 Glenview Rd., Glenview
(847) 724-3059
Gunther and Gerlinde Kornmesser have a passion for antiques, which was fostered at an early age by their families and continues to this day. GK’s encyclopedic knowle... MORE

Apricot Lane in the Glen
1951 Tower Dr., Glenview
(847) 730-3423
This locally owned women’s boutique in The Glen Town Center carries a selection of clothing, accessories and gifts unique to any other location. The clothing is on-t... MORE

Art Post Gallery
984 Willow Rd, Northbrook
(847) 272-7659
Featuring the largest inventory of original art on the North Shore. Known for oil paintings, watercolors, etchings and vintage art by well-known artists from the Uni... MORE

Artem Popup Gallery
1627 Sherman Ave., Evanston
(847) 859-6150
Owned and managed by artist Sarita Kamat and talented family, Artem is a handmade artisan gallery, showcasing beautiful jewelry, art, ceramics and pottery, woodwork,... MORE

Artsy Heart
1911 Tower Rd., Glenview
(847) 730-3643
An eclectic shop of handcrafted art located at The Glen Town Center. Shop a wide variety of local artists and mediums from large paintings to jewelry to one-of-a-kin... MORE

Ayla's Originals
1511 Sherman Ave., Evanston
(847) 328-4040
When the bead shop where she purchased materials closed, this entrepreneur took a crazy chance and reopened it. The store is now a treasure trove of beads, gemstones... MORE

BlackSheep General Store
346 Park Ave., Glencoe
(847) 242-0130
A general store selling gifts, housewares, baby items, spa products, jewelry, retro t-shirts, toys, and more with a focus on local, handmade, small batch merchandise... MORE

Book Bin
1151 Church St., Northbrook
(847) 498-4999
This ageless Northbrook shop is a place where readers can, in the words of its owner, “hit the pause button on this moment.” Crisp, clean, and bright, the store feel... MORE

The Book Stall at Chestnut Court
811 Elm St., Winnetka
(847) 446-8880
A general trade book store with a reputation for trustworthy customer service and a highly popular monthly newsletter with a distribution of 8,500. Hosting many aut... MORE

Bookends and Beginnings
1620 Orrington Ave., Evanston
(224) 999-7722
Located in Bookman’s Alley in the heart of downtown Evanston, Bookends & Beginnings is a cozy independent bookstore offering new and used books, unique gifts includi... MORE

The Bottle Shop
1148 Central Ave., Wilmette
(847) 256-7777
The Bottle Shop carries more than 400 bottles of wine and huge selection of craft beer. You will find tasting bar with a lounge that has couches where you can share... MORE

Chalet Nursery
3132 Lake Ave., Wilmette
(847) 256-0561
One-stop destination for inspired landscape design, classically fresh products, curated home decor, and customer service that creates lifelong connections. Season af... MORE

Chicago Botanic Garden Gift Shop
1000 Lake Cook Rd., Glencoe
(847) 835-5440
Unique finds to delight gardeners, cooks, hosts, or personal-care enthusiasts of all ages. Collections include unique jewelry, along with the Garden’s custom collect... MORE

Children's Gift Shop
310 Happ Rd., Ste. 128, Northfield
(847) 441-5975
Carrying the classic favorites as well as the new and unusual in toys, books, science, outdoor, arts, puzzles, games, travel, personalized gifts and more for infants... MORE

Commonwealth Running
1631 Sherman Ave., Evanston
(847) 425-0089
With a mission to expand the sport of running through our local community, Commonwealth Running Company has knocked down perceived barriers for new runners who want ... MORE

Convito Cafe & Market
1515 Sheridan Rd., Wilmette
(847) 251-3654
Gourmet Food & Wine Market offers an in-depth selection of prepared foods, with some focus on Italian fare, as well as other dishes from around the world. We have fr... MORE

Cultivate Urban Rainforest & Gallery
704 Main St., Evanston
(847) 418-1289
Cultivate is a lush urban rainforest and gathering place. Offering an art gallery featuring the work of world renowned as well as local artists, exotic plants labele... MORE

Dave's Down to Earth Rock Shop
711 Main St., Evanston
(847) 866-7374
A shop and a pre-historic life museum showcasing one of the largest private rock collections on display in United States. Selling authentic fossils, colored minerals... MORE

Edward's Florist
1353 Shermer Rd., Northbrook
(847) 272-4344
Taking pride in using high-quality flowers that are in season for arrangements that are as stunningly unique as they are beautiful. Choose an artful arrangement from... MORE

Enaz for Life
309 Happ Rd., Northfield
(847) 446-5551
A women's contemporary boutique located in the heart of Northfield. This mother/daughter store caters to women “on the go” varying in every shape and size! Stocking ... MORE

Erik's Bike & Board
3801 Oakton St., Skokie
(847) 324-5134
A premier bike, snowboard and ski store retailer for all of your bike, snowboard, downhill ski, bike repair and bike fitting needs. Road, mountain, electric, kids, ... MORE

Evanston Made
1100 Florence Ave., Evanston
(847) 544-8205
A community arts organization with a mission to increase awareness and engagement with Evanston Artists through events, programming, pop-ups, and a robust online pre... MORE

Eve Alfille Gallery and Studio
623 Grove St., Evanston
(847) 869-7920
This award-winning artist and former archaeologist designs exquisite jewelry. The gallery is a frequent stop for jewelry lovers and now features an online store wher... MORE

Few Spirits
918 Chicago Ave., Evanston
(847) 920-8628
Evanston's first and only distillery, Few Spirits has been crafting award-winning whiskeys and gins since 2011. Express delivery, no hassle shipping or you can just ... MORE

Follow Your Nose
917 Chicago Ave., Evanston
(847) 866-9355
Celebrating 20 years in Evanston! Natural and organic pet foods, treats, accessories and hand-made baked goods, including cupcakes and birthday cakes for your dog! B... MORE

Gearhead Outfitters
1600 Sherman Ave., Evanston
(847) 475-7100
Equip yourself with what you need to enjoy all that the great outdoors has to offer! shop with Gearhead Outfitters for all your outdoor apparel and gear needs.... MORE

The Glen Town Center
Patriot Blvd. at Navy Blvd., Glenview
(847) 724-2025
This well-planned development offers beautiful shops and restaurant-lined streets reminiscent of a European town. A 10 screen ArcLight movie theatre complex, shops i... MORE

Glenview Coin & Collectibles
1713 Glenview Rd., Glenview
(847) 724-1075
Located in historic downtown Glenview since 1984, this family owned business buys and sells coins, jewelry, and other collectibles. Their expertise combined with tru... MORE

Good Grapes
821 Chestnut St., Winnetka
(847) 242-9800
A North Shore gem with a finely curated wine selection, artisanal charcuterie, select craft beers, and canned cocktails in a neighborhood store. Private and public w... MORE

Green Bay Cycles
999 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
(847) 446-7433
A fun, friendly, family-oriented bike shop offering experience, professionalism and level of expertise usually reserved for pro shops. Focusing on your needs, you'll... MORE

Hazel James Home
990 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
(847) 454-7556
This historic storefront houses a thoughtfully curated collection of vintage, custom, found, and crafted for your home. Offerings draw from design aesthetic -- space... MORE

Heritage Trail Mercantile
190-B Northfield Rd., Northfield
(847) 256-6208
This is a treasure hunt of a store! A wide, open “loft-like” space that is home to 42 of Chicagoland’s finest Antique & Vintage Vendors.... MORE

Historic Wagner Farm Gift Store
1510 Wagner Rd., Glenview
(847) 657-1506
While you’re visiting Historic Wagner Farm, stop by the Museum Store, located in the Heritage Center and pick up a nostalgic souvenir of your visit to Historic Wagne... MORE

Hubba-Hubba
1105 Central Ave., Wilmette
(847) 728-0272
Fixture for trendy women's clothes, new accessories, and occasional events. Your favorites, your must-haves, and your go-to pieces that you can count on to always en... MORE

Hudson Grace
339 Park Ave., Glencoe
(847) 557-0599
Hudson Grace started as the dream of co-founders Monelle Totah and Gary McNatton and was born out of their shared passion for gifting and entertaining. Their style i... MORE

Illinois Holocaust Museum
9603 Woods Dr., Skokie
(847) 967-4800
Shop a wide assortment of Judaica, jewelry, fair trade, books and DVDs, special exhibit merchandise including Ruth Bader Ginsburg items.... MORE

Inspired Indian Cooking
812 Dempster St., Evanston
(312) 535-3695
Offering easy and delicious cooking experiences with spice kits for iconic Indian dishes and live, virtual cooking classes. Shop in-person or on-line, they ship nati... MORE

Junior League of Evanston-North Shore Thrift House
920 Chicago Ave., Evanston
(847) 328-5778
Whether you’re a bargain-hunter, a student on a budget, or someone who likes to shop for treasures, you’ll find constantly changing merchandise of great finds at Thr... MORE

Kilwins
1724 Sherman Ave., Evanston
(847) 868-8739
Old-fashioned confectionery store selling chocolates, ice cream, handmade sweets & gift baskets.... MORE

Knightsbridge Wine Shoppe
824 Sunset Ridge Rd, Northbrook
(847) 498-9300
A leader in the Chicagoland area for sought after wine and other rare offerings. Offers personal and knowledgeable service to navigate the broad selection. Happy to... MORE

Lincolnwood Town Center
3333 W Touhy Ave., Lincolnwood
(847) 674-1219
The Lincolnwood Town Center is a beautifully designed and fully enclosed mall that features bright lights and marble floors for a comfortable environment and friendl... MORE

Lori's Designer Shoes
311 Happ Rd., Northfield
(847) 446-3818
A shoe lovers dream come true! This one-of-a-kind find is stocked with thousands of shoes, boots, bags, accessories, and apparel. Hundreds of high-end women's shoe s... MORE

Macushla Brewing Co.
1516 E. Lake Ave., Glenview
(847) 730-5199
Local family-owned brewery produces a wide range of beers. From lagers, blondes, IPAs and stouts, there is something for everyone. Dedicated to good atmosphere and g... MORE

Madison Grace
612 Davis St., Evanston
(847) 868-8467
Located in Downtown Evanston, Madison Grace helps women of all ages look and feel their best. A shopping destination for women’s contemporary fashion with a chic and... MORE

Material Possessions
954 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
(847) 446-8840
Specializing in thought-provoking pieces designed to ignite the imagination, stir the soul and make a statement are aplenty here. There are articles of whimsy too. ... MORE

Mattie M.
990 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
(847) 784-8701
This North Shore clothing boutique offers many upscale choices in designer sportswear, dresses and accessories. Looks range from contemporary to classic allowing you... MORE

Maya Papaya & Tony Macarony
1901 Central St.,, Evanston
(847) 866-6292
A fun Evanston children's boutique, sharing cool clothes and gifts for kids 0 to 12. You’ll find pretty girl’s dresses, boys and girls coats, shoes and loungewear, ... MORE

Maze Home

735 Elm St., Winnetka
(847) 441-1115
A natural extension of owner Cindy Galvin’s interior design business – Bardes Interiors – the store provides a loft-like environment for sharing her exte... MORE

Morning Glory Flower Shop
1822 Glenview Rd., Glenview
(847) 729-2070
A full service, every occasion florist. Creating beautiful fresh flower arrangements as well as blooming plants and European gardens.... MORE

NiceLena & Friends
1235 Chicago Ave., Evanston
(847) 859-6699
Check out this creative, bold store selling a wide range of gifts and collectibles. You will find mugs, candles, prints, stickers, do-it-yourself kits, and a wide se... MORE

Nordstrom
4937 Old Orchard Ctr., Skokie
(847) 677-2121
An unerring eye for what's next in fashion. A relentless drive to exceed expectations. For more than 100 years, Nordstrom has worked to deliver the best possible sho... MORE

North Shore Exchange Glencoe
372 Hazel Ave., Glencoe
(847) 835-0026
Award-winning luxury charitable resale shop for women and the home. North Shore Exchange donates 100% of its profits to charity and has made $3.7 million in donation... MORE

Northbrook Court
2171 Northbrook Court, Northbrook
(847) 498-8161
Shop the brands you love at the only indoor shopping center on the North Shore. Featuring shopping, dining, and an AMC movie theater complex. Located in the heart of... MORE

Notice Accessories for Living
2112 Central St., Evanston
(847) 905-0947
Notice is a constantly changing selection of comfy, cute clothing and accessories with a touch of quirk. The shop also includes a carefully curated collection of bab... MORE

Peachtree Place
303 Happ Rd., Northfield
(847) 441-7585
A Northfield treasure, specializing in wonderful gifts and home accessories. The store has grown from its original two rooms to eleven rooms filled with lamps, pri... MORE

Peckish Pig
623 Howard St., Evanston
(847) 491-6778
Evanston’s first brewery! Your source for craft beer, specialty cocktails to-go at this brewpub on the edge of where Chicago meets Evanston. Peckish Pig typically ha... MORE

Penzeys Spices
1615 Sherman Ave., Evanston
(224) 347-4802
A cook’s dream come true in this spice store where you will find a vast selection of Penzeys brand spices, trial bags, gift boxes, gadgets bottles and more.... MORE

Plaza del Lago
1515 Sheridan Rd., Wilmette
(847) 251-0362
A robust mix of on-trend and classic retailers, one-of-a-kind boutiques, distinctive restaurants, grocery, and services all beautifully bundled in a Spanish-style co... MORE

Randoons
962 1/2 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka
(847) 784-1890
A hip clothing, accessory and gift boutique bringing city style to the 'burbs. A couture cafe inspired by all things sweet and funky. We carry many small artist line... MORE

REI
888 Willow Rd., Northbrook
(847) 480-1938
Life outdoors is a life well-lived. REI knows firsthand the importance of quality outdoor gear, and stand behind all of their products with a 100% lifetime satisfact... MORE

Saville Flowers & Gifts
1712 Sherman Ave., Evanston
(847) 864-0632
A forth-generation family owned business, serving the North Shore and beyond. From everyday wrapped bouquets to large scale events and weddings, Saville Flowers prov... MORE

Secret Treasures
605 Dempster St., Evanston
(847) 866-6889
Most of the items date from the 1920s to 1950s and you might even find a 1950s Radio Flyer Wagon or an original 1940s military issued Hamilton watch. It’s always an ... MORE

Sketchbook Brewing Company
4901 W. Main St., Skokie
(847) 584-2337
Craft beer lovers rejoice! Sketchbook Brewing Co., founded six years ago in Evanston, has opened a taproom in Skokie! Grab your howlers, growlers or a 6 pack to go o... MORE

Spice House
1941 Central St., Evanston
(847) 328-3711
Family owned since 1957, these merchants offer the highest quality, hand-selected and hand-prepared spices and herbs at far below grocery store prices. Featuring han... MORE

Squeezebox Books and Music
743 Main St., Evanston
(847) 943-9309
A boutique style, thematically based used book and music store, browsable and ever changing, Squeezebox carries all shapes, sizes and curious categories of books and... MORE

Starved Rock Cabinets
1170 N. Milwaukee Ave., Glenview
(815) 255-8760
It all starts with wood, of course—and all of our wood is responsibly and sustainably sourced. It ends with custom cabinetry that meets your needs and your tastes. O... MORE

Stella
2116 Central St., Evanston
(847) 864-5565
A chic and funky boutique filled with one-of-a-kind treasures where you slowly browse around in a warm, relaxing atmosphere. Situated on lively Central Street in Eva... MORE

Swantiques
8020 Lawndale Ave., Skokie
(847) 951-8263
Swantiques offers an ever-changing selection of vintage furniture, lighting, art, textiles, and decorative objects. Our offerings range from antique to post-modern, ... MORE

Temperance Beer Co.
2000 Dempster St., Evanston
(847) 864-1000
A hometown favorite,Temperance Beer Co., is a taproom pouring house beers, offering growlers to go. Great gift options for those that want to gift something with a l... MORE

Ten Ninety Brewing Company
1025 Waukegan Rd., Glenview
(224) 432-5472
Pick up that unique holiday gift for beer- loving friends, family or yourself. Stock up on your favorite craft beer. Cans and growlers to go. Call or order online at... MORE

Ten Thousand Villages
915 Chicago Ave., Evanston
(847) 733-8258
This fair trade retail phenomenon was founded by visionary entrepreneur Edna Ruth Byler in 1946. It has grown into a global network of social entrepreneurs working ... MORE

The Alchemists Wife
1810 Central Ave., Evanston
(224) 714-0351
Handmade soaps, body care, home fragrance, natural cleaning supplies and laundry, candles, bespoke fragrances for men and women. Men's shaving, skin and body care, r... MORE

The Flower Shop in Glencoe
693 Vernon Ave., Glencoe
(847) 835-5390
Unique boutique gift shop and floral studio with a love of all things pretty. Offering everyday, weekly, monthly florals, seasonal planting subscriptions, orchids, ... MORE

Twisted Trunk
1828 Johns Drive, Glenview
(224) 616-3258
Unique consignment store, specializing in higher end pre-owned items. Also carry new items from various designers. Featuring anything from basic furniture to unique ... MORE

Valentina
341 Park Ave., Glencoe
(847) 786-3346
Women’s clothing, jewelry, accessories, gifts for the home. Valentina is a modern and contemporary, unique boutique.... MORE

The Village Treasure House
1460 Paddock Dr., Northbrook
(847) 832-1030
A non-profit consignment home store featuring upscale and vintage furniture and home décor. A convenient resource for those in need of selling or donating home furn... MORE

Vogue Fabrics
618 Hartrey Ave., Evanston
(847) 864-1270
Enabling fabriholics since 1945, Vogue Fabrics is a mecca for sewing enthusiasts around the globe. Specializing in fashion fabrics, you will also find bridal, home d... MORE

Westfield Old Orchard
4999 Old Orchard Ctr., Skokie
(847) 673-6800
One of the Midwest's most celebrated shopping centers. With over 140 specialty stores such as Apple, J.Crew, Lululemon, Zara, Crate and Barrel and showcasing retail ... MORE

Wheel and Sprocket
1027 Davis St., Evanston
(847) 864-7660
A Top 100 bicycle shop serving all cyclists. Selling the top brands of bikes, parts, and accessories. Offering repair and maintenance of all brands and bicycle fitti... MORE

Wheeling Town Center
375 W. Dundee Rd., Wheeling
(847) 613-1739
With nearly a dozen restaurants, stores and CMX Movie Theatre, direct access to Metra, the Wheeling Town Center is the place to work and play!... MORE

Wild Child
657 Vernon Ave., Glencoe
(847) 835-3400
A family-owned specialty toy store for kids from infancy to 15 years old. Carrying unique toys, games, crafts, jewelry and apparel.... MORE

Wine Goddess
702 Main St., Evanston
(847) 475-9463
A fresh, felicitous take on the grape and its noblest derivative: Wine! An Evanston-based wine bar and retailer of craft wine, beer, and spirits.... MORE
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