Copyright 2012 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 15:37:18 -0500 Wed, 16 May 2012 15:37:18 -0500 NBC Owned Television Stations http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Buzzed-on-Fashion-151056285.html Tue, 15 May 2012 17:45:57 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/Art_fashion-eva_04.jpg
Mark your calendar for a fashionable brunch in Old Town.

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]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=a1e8a7cab67be180020038191ed44d0d&p=4 a1e8a7cab67be180020038191ed44d0d ]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 17:45:57 -0500 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Juicy-couture-summer-apparel-oak-street----151052415.html Mon, 14 May 2012 11:08:05 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/bikini-car-wash722.jpg
Oak Street store gets you ready for Memorial Day.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Decades-Trunk-Show-Returns-150531285.html Wed, 09 May 2012 10:45:47 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/decadesphoto.jpg
Space519 hosts Hollywood vintage and modern designer consignment trunk show.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Grand-Opening-van-cleef-arpels-150242395.html Fri, 04 May 2012 18:09:20 -0500 The House of Van Cleef & Arpels, celebrated the official reopening of its Chicago boutique with a party at its new boutique at 933 N. Michigan Ave. More than 100 of the city's chicest residents came out to mingle with the likes of Nicolas Bos, Van Cleef & Arpels' CEO and worldwide creative director. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/168*120/cleef_10.jpg The House of Van Cleef & Arpels, celebrated the official reopening of its Chicago boutique with a party at its new boutique at 933 N. Michigan Ave. More than 100 of the city's chicest residents came out to mingle with the likes of Nicolas Bos, Van Cleef & Arpels' CEO and worldwide creative director. ]]>
High-end jeweler shows off new Michigan Avenue digs.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Nate-Burkus-Signs-With-Target-150165095.html Fri, 04 May 2012 09:52:25 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/berkus-final.jpg
Home collection scheduled to debut in October.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/bang-and-olfsun-149663805.html Tue, 01 May 2012 10:48:39 -0500 Moshpix: Bang & Olufsen invited some of the city's hottest young professionals to its new River North location to showcase some of its newest product lines. Their new "B&O Play system was on display in the store, and guests sipped on cocktails and nibbled on hors d'oeuvres while Platinum Events DJs spun the latest beats. ]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Olufsen-Francis-blurb.jpg Moshpix: Bang & Olufsen invited some of the city's hottest young professionals to its new River North location to showcase some of its newest product lines. Their new "B&O Play system was on display in the store, and guests sipped on cocktails and nibbled on hors d'oeuvres while Platinum Events DJs spun the latest beats. ]]>
River North store showcases high end audio gear to River North scenesters.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/shop-in-chicago----149559905.html Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:21:28 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/shopping-generic.jpg
Head to the Drake Hotel for a shopping extravaganza featuring local designers.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/-Company-Launches-Match-Making-Service-for-Wedding-Planning-149252505.html Fri, 27 Apr 2012 11:34:32 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/201*120/onewednewsite.jpg
OneWed.com pairs brides with vendors based on compatibility.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/How-to-Get-Kate-Middletons-Classic-Style/111289184 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:07:37 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/kate-william-kiss.jpg
It's been a year since Prince William and Kate Middleton were wed. Kate's outfits are obsessed-over and copied perhaps more than any other international celebrity. See how you can pick up some some of her style on this side of the pond.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Artist-Force-Fed-Injected-at-Cosmetics-Store-in-Protest-Against-Animal-Testing--148752575.html Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:12:09 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/AnimalTests.jpg
A 24-year-old woman was restrained and tormented in the store window display of a flagship cosmetics store in London to highlight the abuses of common animal testing practices.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Guess-Hosts-a-Party-And-Youre-invited-148574505.html Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:52:18 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/image001-7.jpg
Michigan Avenue store throws celebration with Marie Claire magazine.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Kim-Khloe-Kardashian-Take-Woodfield-Mall-148243735.html Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:53:02 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/136431675.jpg
Kardashian sisters meet and greet fans at the Schaumburg Sears store.

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Learn the latest trends in lingerie.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/FOR-WEDS----146920465.html Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:09:55 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/900shopevent35.jpg
Gear up for sweet discounts, cocktails and a VIP beauty bazaar.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/A-Sweet-as-Pie-Fashion-Fix-144716445.html Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:38:34 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/cottoncansycouture2.jpg
Get your sugar fix at a sweet-themed fashion event at Water Tower Place.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Seasonal-Specials-at-Sebastien-Grey-Clothiers-146005005.html Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:55:06 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/SouthLoopSG_Insd_1.jpg
Stock up on seersucker and linen suits for less during the month of April.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/How-Akira-Sold-a-1000-Gown-in-30-Seconds-145907435.html Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:17:16 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/176*120/grammydress.jpg
Crain's recently wrote up a story so short and tidy about why you should use social media that it's practically a fable. Akira co-founder Erikka Wang told the publication about how her boutique -- which...

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Cityblue-Boutique-Opens-Second-Store-145862565.html Tue, 03 Apr 2012 12:04:50 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/cityblue-chicago.jpg
Denim store opens new upscale store.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Luxury-Garage-Sale-142415485.html Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:40:46 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/LuxuryGarageSalehoriz25.jpg
Upscale consignment shop hosts annual sale.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Peter-Soms-Top-Spring-Trend_-Bold-Florals/145167175 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 19:33:53 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/bold+florals.jpg
The designer shows how to make the most of this eye-catching look for the season.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/bebe-Does-Bridal-142879465.html Thu, 22 Mar 2012 20:34:41 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/bebe-bridal.jpg
Bebe launches a bridal line—and it makes its debut in Chicago first.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/division-street-sale----142413175.html Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:30:36 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/175*120/shopping+bags+generic.jpg
Boutiques hold March Madness shopping sale on Division Street.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/haberdash-mens-suiting----143425586.html Wed, 21 Mar 2012 12:52:21 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/suit.jpg
Haberdash hosts custom suit event.

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The Italian designer's capsule collection for Macy's is set to debut April 17.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-Designers-Create-Custom-Totes-for-You-Cant-Fake-Fashion-142960905.html Tue, 20 Mar 2012 09:30:19 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/designer+totes.jpg
75 one-of-a-kind totes will be going on sale on eBay at 11 a.m. as part of an effort by eBay and the CFDA to raise awareness around counterfeits. Here, our top 20.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-18-Spring-Essentials-to-Wear-Right-Now-142670126.html Thu, 15 Mar 2012 17:52:01 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/spring+essentials.jpg
From explosive floral prints to dresses with collars, here are 18 spring essentials to add to your spring wardrobe.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/denim-lounge-Girls-Night-Out--Sex-Seminars-and-Cocktails-140660693.html Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:04:26 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/henry-belle-jeans.jpg
Boutique hosts sex seminars, samples and cocktails.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/christian-Louboutin-Capsule-Collection-neiman-marcus-chicago--141495913.html Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:41:41 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/christian-louboutin-722x406.jpg
Neiman Marcus gears up for a well-heeled bash.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/victorias-secret-erin-heatherton----140639093.html Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:26:52 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/175*120/heatherton_12.jpg
Hometown hottie Erin Heatherton hosts lingerie event.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Ivanka-Trump-nordstrom----141497833.html Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:30:05 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*123/IvankaFinalSpaLowRes.jpg
Businesswoman to appear at Nordstrom to tout her spring apparel an shoe collections.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/New-Ann-Taylor-Store-Hits-Michigan-Avenue--141568593.html Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:33:13 -0500 Moshpix: Ann Taylor celebrated the opening of its new concept store at 600 N Michigan Avenue with a party sponsored by CS Magazine and Step Up Women's Network. The store officially opened to the public on March 3rd, and offers a decor inspired by a modern contemporary home with white washed maple hardwood floors, crystal chandeliers and modern tufted furniture. A public grand opening party is scheduled for March 10 from 1-5 p.m., including a live DJ, refreshments, sweets, raffles, and a gift with any purchase over $100. Photos provided by Sebastien Biedron, Your Trendy Magazine.]]> http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Ann_Taylor_new_02.jpg Moshpix: Ann Taylor celebrated the opening of its new concept store at 600 N Michigan Avenue with a party sponsored by CS Magazine and Step Up Women's Network. The store officially opened to the public on March 3rd, and offers a decor inspired by a modern contemporary home with white washed maple hardwood floors, crystal chandeliers and modern tufted furniture. A public grand opening party is scheduled for March 10 from 1-5 p.m., including a live DJ, refreshments, sweets, raffles, and a gift with any purchase over $100. Photos provided by Sebastien Biedron, Your Trendy Magazine.]]>
Store unveils new digs on Michigan Avenue.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/THREAD-NATL-The-Wildest-Shoes-on-the-Fashion-Week-Runways-138948549.html Thu, 16 Feb 2012 06:50:15 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/edt-138910556.jpg
Up close and personal with the most spectacular footwear on the Fashion Week catwalks.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/900-shops-Tax-Free-Shopping-Weekend-138863589.html Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:29:40 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/175*120/shopping+bags+generic.jpg
Score 9.5 percent discount on President's Day weekend.

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The 124,000-square-foot store opens this summer.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/salon-lashe----137518188.html Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:59:17 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/eyelashessalonlashe.jpg
Salon Lashe offers long lashes without the clumps.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Cityblue-Shop-and-Save--With-Your-Valentine--138433399.html Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:48:15 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/valentines-day-couple.jpg
Visit this Old Town boutique for a couples-themed trunk show.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/blogs/inc-well/Akiras-Empire-Expands-into-Hyde-Park-Indiana-138214634.html Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:51:18 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/AKIRA_2011_04.jpg
Not all companies are taking it on the chin in this rough economy. Akira, the Chicago-based clothing boutique, has lots of plans to expand in an impressive way in the coming

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/sebastien-grey-cara----137764978.html Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:08:49 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/Sebastien_Grey_32.jpg
Sebastien Grey Clothiers launches its PerSuit Giving Program.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Lululemon-Hosts-First-Ever-Warehouse-Sale-138052158.html Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:39:43 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/175*120/lululemon+south+miami+2k.jpg
Stock up on workout gear for less.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Derrick-Rose-Unveils-New-Adidas-Sneaker-137612523.html Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:05:28 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/derrick-rose-adidas-shoe.jpg
Adizero Rose 2.5 will be Bulls guard's second-half shoe.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Hyatt-Offers-55-Blizzard-Rate-137216783.html Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:04:41 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/hyatt-regency-ohare.jpg
Cheap rooms kick in when 3 inches of snow predicted.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/sarca-balsan-elysian----137101323.html Wed, 11 Jan 2012 12:43:37 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/180*120/sarcafeast.jpg
Get a jump on spring fashions with a stylish lunch at Balsan.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Photos-Consumer-Electronics-2012-137024558.html Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:31:00 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/CES-Gadgets-P5.jpg
The International CES is the world's largest consumer technology trade show, and features more than 2,700 exhibitors.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Walgreens-To-Open-Upscale-Store-in-the-Loop-136933713.html Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:52:57 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Walgreens_flagship.jpg
The company will open a new flagship on State Street this week.

]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/video/#!/the-scene/shopping/Inside-the-New-Mega-Walgreens-Store/136976953 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:58:19 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/Walgreens_flagship_722x406_2185131785.jpg
Flagship store opens Tuesday on State Street.

]]> http://ads.pheedo.com/click.phdo?s=63333a79eea4001e50bd27966693815f&p=4 63333a79eea4001e50bd27966693815f ]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 18:58:19 -0500 http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Detox-Your-Beauty-Regime-136769273.html Fri, 06 Jan 2012 09:59:15 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/160*120/spa_treatment_generic.jpg
Get back to your glowing self with a detox mud wrap or moisture-infusing facial.

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]]> http://www.nbcchicago.com/the-scene/shopping/Oak-Brooks-Bloomingdales-Set-To-Close-136740158.html Thu, 05 Jan 2012 17:13:26 -0500 http://media.nbcchicago.com/images/213*120/bloomingdales+close.jpg
Company plans to close several locations and open up new stores.

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