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<p>Shopping in Chicago: there’s nothing like it. Whether looking for designer threads, the latest gadgets, charming antiques, or affordable bargains, the Windy City is your one-stop-shop for anything and everything.<br /> <br />They don’t call it the Magnificent Mile for nothing. Nestled between the Chicago River and Oak Street, North Michigan Avenue is world-famous for its high-end retailers and spacious department stores. Shoppers work their way from a stop at the North Face store at the John Hancock Center through The 900 Shops, Niketown, and the Apple Store.<br /> <br />If attaining bargains is your thing, head west to State Street. It only takes a few minutes to walk over to another trendy, yet thrifty, shopping area in Chicago. At nearby Filene’s Basement, shop for name-brand fashions at bargain prices! The store is so popular that it boasts two locations on State Street and Michigan Avenue. And, every winter, the windows at Macy’s are decorated to illustrate a traditional story, ranging from Christmas narratives to fairy tales, attracting viewers from all over the globe.<br /> <br />Hop on the Red Line at Grand Avenue or Lake Street and take a ride up north to Belmont Avenue in the Lake View neighborhood. The area is filled with indie-leaning retail gems like the Belmont Army Surplus store, which carries more than military apparel. It has developed into a modish shop that offers hipster clothing, vintage garments and tons of styles of tennis shoes. Steps away, Beyond the Wall showcases endless posters to decorate any room in your home. From movie posters to classic art replicas to intricately designed flags/rugs, this store gives you plenty of options for sprucing up your bare walls.<br /> <br />Feel free to give your wallet some more exercise just outside of downtown. Take I-90 West towards O’Hare/Rockford and coast on over to Woodfield Mall. Surrounded on five sides by department stores, the shopping center is filled with a wide variety of stores full of clothing, cosmetics, furniture, electronics and more. Still itching to for more goodies? Get back on I-290 East and go check out Oak Brook Center, situated about 20 minutes away. During the warmer months, take stroll through the nicely landscaped courtyards. This two-story shopping mall features familiar favorites and a few unique boutiques.<br /> <br />No matter where you shop in the Chicago area, you are sure to find everything you could need or want in both mass quantity and high quality.</p><p> </p>
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