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GAVIN Boutique Website Launch

Tuesday, September 14th, 2010

One of my favorite local boutiques isn’t exactly the easiest to get to from the city. GAVIN’s Evanston location (1939 Central Street) makes it difficult for me to shop as much as I please, so this Thursday night marks a big event for me and my retail therapy. To celebrate its soon-to-launch e-commerce website, ShopGavin.com, GAVIN will host an in-store event from 6-9pm with its friends and clients. Catch a first glimpse at the new and growing Fall 2010 selection while enjoying champagne, savories, gift bags and tours of the new website. Take advantage of 20% off the more than 50 labels the shop carries, such as Elizabeth and James, Gryphon, House of Harlow, Sass & Bide and more. If you can’t attend, be sure to check out the new site after the Thursday launch!

Read more about GAVIN here.

By Meghan Turner

Tags: Chicago Boutiques, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Shopping, GAVIN boutique
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The Weekend Fashion Lineup

Friday, July 30th, 2010

SALES

Blake Standard In-studio Sample Sale (4140 N Sheridan Road)
Blake Standard hosts its first in-studio sample sale from this Saturday through next Friday, August 6. A variety of tees and tops are only $10; dresses and hoodies for $20; and jackets, sweaters and zip-ups for just $30.

Habit Boutique Closing (1951 W Division Street)
Habit will close its doors for good this Saturday. Till then, take 15-50% off everything in the store.

Vintage Heaven Sale at Heaven Gallery (1550 N Milwaukee Avenue)
On Saturday and Sunday, stop by Heaven Gallery during Wicker Park Fest and shop some of the best local vintage sellers at one convenient location.

Isabella’s Mid-summer Sale at Isabella Fine Lingerie (840 W Armitage Avenue)
This weekend, Isabella Fine Lingerie is offering 20% off all bras and underwear in-store and online (enter code: JULY).

Lipstick Dinosaur Pop-up Accessories Shop at GAVIN Boutique (1939 Central Street – Evanston)
Lipstick Dinosaur continues its ongoing Pop-up Accessories Shop through the end of July at GAVIN in Evanston. Stop by to view the collection and take advantage of exclusive discounts.

Sarca Summer Sale (710 N Wabash Street)
Now through the end of August, stop by Sarca and take advantage of the exclusive summer sale. The Gold Coast boutique offers all summer merchandise at discounted prices starting at 40% off.

Summer Blowout Sale at Dress Up Boutique (1937 N Damen Avenue)
Now through the end of August, Dress Up Boutique invites you to shop their Summer Blowout Sale and enjoy up to 90% off new and already-marked down styles.

Sunday Brunch, Sunday Fix at Fix and the Publican (1101 and 837 W Fulton Market, respectively)
There are only two Sundays left to celebrate summer and Sundays with this special discount opportunity. Make a Sunday purchase at Fix Boutique and receive 15% off Sunday brunch at the Publican; grab Sunday brunch at the Publican and get 15% off your Sunday purchase at Fix.

Image courtesy of Blake Standard

Tags: Blake Standard, Chicago Fashion, Chicago Sales, Chicago Shopping, Dress Up Boutique, Fix Boutique, GAVIN boutique, Habit, Isabella Fine Lingerie, Lipstick Dinosaur, Sarca, Vintage Heaven
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Chicago Fashion Weekend Roundup

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

EVENTS

GAVIN Boutique and Lipstick Dinosaur Party at Vertigo Sky Lounge (2 W Erie Street)
On Friday from 6 to 9pm, GAVIN Boutique and Lipstick Dinosaur invite guests to an evening of cocktails and fashion presentations. RSVP to events@zapwater.com.

SALES

Summer Sizzle Sidewalk Sale (Between Armitage & Division and Western & Ashland)
The Wicker Park and Bucktown Sidewalk Sale is back, offering shoppers major discounts on Saturday (11am to 6pm) and Sunday (12 to 5pm). See our Mil/North/Damen and Division maps for reference.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale (Michigan Avenue, Old Orchard and Oakbrook Center locations)
Nordstrom’s famous Anniversary Sale is underway through August 2. Don’t miss this opportunity to save big on the latest fall merchandise.

Lipstick Dinosaur Pop-up Accessories Shop at GAVIN Boutique (1939 Central Street – Evanston)
Lipstick Dinosaur continues its ongoing Pop-up Accessories Shop through the end of July at GAVIN in Evanston. Stop by to view the collection and take advantage of exclusive discounts.

Kate Boggiano Warehouse Sale (2150 S Canalport, 3rd floor)
On Saturday beginning at 8am, Kate Boggiano is having an early bird sale at her studio. Take 60% off at 8am, 50% off at 10am, 40% off at 11am and 30% off at noon.

Best Habit Sale Ever at Habit (1951 W Division Street)
Now through the end of July, swing by Habit for their summer sale, which offers 15-50% off everything in the store.

Sarca Summer Sale (710 N Wabash Street)
Now through the end of August, stop by Sarca and take advantage of the exclusive summer sale. The Gold Coast boutique offers all summer merchandise at discounted prices starting at 40% off.

Sunday Brunch, Sunday Best at Fix and the Publican (1101 and 837 W Fulton Market, respectively)
Now through August 8th, celebrate summer and Sundays with this special discount opportunity. Make a Sunday purchase at Fix Boutique and receive 15% off Sunday brunch at the Publican; grab Sunday brunch at the Publican and get 15% off your Sunday purchase at Fix.

Photography by Ace Ujimori

Tags: Chicago Designers, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Shopping, Chicago Shopping Districts, Fix Boutique, GAVIN boutique, Habit Boutique, Kate Boggiano, Lipstick Dinosaur, Nordstrom, Sarca, Sidewalk Sale
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GAVIN Boutique + Lipstick Dinosaur

Sunday, July 18th, 2010

 

This Friday night (6-9pm), GAVIN Boutique and Lipstick Dinosaur team up for an unconventional fashion preview. The unlikely pair makes an interesting partnership that fuses the contemporary labels at GAVIN and the vintage treasures of Lipstick Dinosaur. The Dana Hotel rooftop bar, the Vertigo Sky Lounge (2 W Erie Street), creates a chic backdrop for a night that displays Lipstick Dinosaur’s vintage necklaces, belts, earrings, brooches, rings and bracelets against GAVIN’s summer and fall selections. Models will roam the lounge donning the fashions that also highlight Lipstick Dinosaur’s month-long pop-up shop in GAVIN. This evening, though, is a celebration of the new and old joining together for a night of complimentary cocktails and fashion eye candy.

By Meghan Turner

Image courtesy of Lipstick Dinosaur

Tags: Chicago Boutiques, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Shopping, GAVIN boutique, Lipstick Dinosaur, Vintage
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Fashion Happenings this Weekend

Friday, July 16th, 2010

SALES

Armitage/Halsted/Webster Sidewalk Sample Sale in Lincoln Park
Stop by the 14th Annual Sidewalk Sale in Lincoln Park on Saturday (10am to 5pm) and Sunday (11am to 5pm). Plenty of merchants will hold unbeatable summer sales. Be sure to print or pull up our Armitage + Halsted shopping map on your mobile device for reference!

Sarca Summer Sale at Sarca (710 N Wabash Street)
Now through the end of August, stop by Sarca and take advantage of the exclusive summer sale. The Gold Coast boutique offers all summer merchandise at discounted prices starting at 40% off.

Lipstick Dinosaur Pop-up Accessories Shop at GAVIN Boutique (1939 Central Street – Evanston)
Lipstick Dinosaur continues its ongoing Pop-up Accessories Shop through the end of July at GAVIN Boutique in Evanston. Stop by to view the collection and take advantage of exclusive discounts.

Best Habit Sale Ever at Habit (1951 W Division Street)
Now through the end of July, swing by Habit for their summer sale, which offers 15 to 50% off everything in the store.

Gem Summer Sale at Gem Jewelry Boutique (1710 N Damen Avenue)
Till Sunday, customers can take 10 to 40% off  Gem’s designer, estate and antique jewelry.

Indoor Sidewalk Sale at The Denim Lounge (43 E Oak Street)
Friday through Sunday, The Denim Lounge and Madison and Friends will hold an “Indoor Sidewalk Sale” at the Oak Street location. Most items will be 60 to 80% off. Enter discount code “sidewalk” online if you can’t make it in person.

Sunday Brunch, Sunday Best at Fix and the Publican (1101 and 837 W Fulton Market, respectively)
Now through August 8th, celebrate summer and Sundays with this special discount opportunity. Make a Sunday purchase at Fix Boutique and receive 15% off Sunday brunch at the Publican; grab Sunday brunch at the Publican and get 15% off your Sunday purchase at Fix.

Image courtesy of Armitage Halsted Webster Association

Tags: Armitage/Halsted/Webster Sidewalk Sale, Chicago Events, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Sales, Chicago Shopping, Chicago Shopping Districts, Fix Boutique, GAVIN boutique, Gem: A Jewelry Boutique, Habit, Lipstick Dinosaur, Madison and Friends, Sarca, The Denim Lounge, the Publican
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Weekend Fashion Events + Sales

Friday, July 9th, 2010

EVENTS

Damen + Division Trunk Show at SARCA (710 N Wabash Street)
On Saturday from 10am to 6pm, Sarca will host a Damen + Division Trunk Show featuring the latest collection. Meet designer Sonia Barrett and get a personal style consultation. RSVP to rsvp@shopsarca.com.

Lipstick Dinosaur Pop-Up Accessories Shop at GAVIN Boutique (1939 Central Street – Evanston)
GAVIN partners with Lipstick Dinosaur for a Pop-up Accessories Shop from this Saturday through the 31st. Lipstick Dinosaur will make a personal appearance on Saturday from 12 to 3pm.

Beyond the Garden Gate (Damen Avenue, between North and Armitage Avenues)
On Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 5pm, stroll through 11 participating stores on Damen Avenue for the Beyond the Garden Gate. Enjoy discounts on floral patterned items, plants, jewelry and more.

SALES

Queen of Hearts Sale at Lara Miller (931 W Cornelia Avenue)
Check out the famous Queen of Hearts Sale this Sunday from 12 to 6pm. Either pull a card, roll the dice, or pick your poison for a chance to win an additional discount. All merchandise will be between 30-80% off.

Sunday Brunch, Sunday Best at Fix Boutique and the Publican (1101 and 837 W Fulton Market, respectively)
Starting this Sunday through August 8th, celebrate summer and Sundays with this special discount opportunity. Make a Sunday purchase at Fix Boutique and receive 15% off Sunday brunch at the Publican; grab Sunday brunch at the Publican and get 15% off your Sunday purchase at Fix.

Elda de la Rosa Summer Sample Sale and Party (5555 N Sheridan Road)
On Friday and Saturday, save 25-75% off merchandise during the Elda de la Rosa Summer Sample Sale and Party. Meet Elda while enjoying complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. RSVP to eldadelarosa@rcn.com or call 773.769.3128.

City Soles’ Nickel Sale (2001 W North Avenue)
City Soles’ famous Nickel Sale returns on Friday. Buy one pair at regular price, get one pair for only 5 cents.

Hubba-Hubba Michael Stars Sale (3309 N Clark Street)
From Thursday through Sunday, Hubba-Hubba is offering a buy 2 get 1 free sale on all Michael Stars items.

Image courtesy of Fix Boutique

Tags: Chicago Designers, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Sales, Chicago Shopping, City Soles, Damen + Division, Elda de la Rosa, Fix Boutique, GAVIN boutique, Hubba Hubba, Lara Miller, Lipstick Dinosaur, Sarca, the Publican
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Boutique Profile: GAVIN

Wednesday, June 9th, 2010

Given the impressive selection of boutiques and stores scattered throughout Chicago, it’s hard to fathom shopping outside the city limits. Unless we need glassware or end tables from Ikea, why visit the ‘burbs, right? Well, here’s why: GAVIN boutique (1939 Central Street). Though slightly off an urbanite’s beaten path, this Evanston shop competes with some of the city’s best boutiques, making the 30-minute commute more like a fleeting joy ride.

LEFT: LNA ripped leggings ($110); Elizabeth and James “James” jacket ($395); LNA strapless bralette ($50); House of Harlow pearl shoe ($225); Janis Savitt emerald cut earring ($127); Annie Costello beaded fringe necklace ($305); and a silver disc ring from Morocco ($142). RIGHT: Rory Beca shorts ($165); Heartfelt top ($184); Allison Schiller bracelets ($120- $125); Trina Turk jewel crusted ring ($88); and Allison Schiller necklace ($295). Top Image: LEFT: Lauren Cavallo Runzel, GAVIN’s owner, in a Gryphon silver sequin top ($310). RIGHT: Elizabeth and James “Jett” jacket ($595); Wilt cropped top ($126); and Elizabeth Cole lion head earring ($105)

Lauren Cavallo Runzel, GAVIN’s founder and an ex-runway model, opened the shop earlier this year. Since then, she’s played host to shoppers from all over Chicagoland. They come for the goods, atmosphere and welcoming staff. This trifecta tugs fashion-lovers heartstrings—a very debilitating weakness—who seek more than just an amazing selection. Upon encountering the charming storefront, a thoughtfully curated window display beacons shoppers’ entry. It opens to a sleek, cozy space that not only promises the thrill of shopping but also the calm respite of relaxation. The oversized couch, cushy throw pillows, black lacquered floors, sparkly chandelier, and antler wall fixtures create an atmosphere that’s traditional, rustic and comfortable, balanced with splashes of modern glamour.

LEFT: SASS & BIDE bones top ($100); Elizabeth and James blazer ($395); Vintage1 jeans ($207); Marc Bernstein Egyptian trip wrap bracelet ($92); and Erickson Beamon earrings ($298). RIGHT: Allison Schiller gold earrings ($135); Meg McGuinness leather fanny pack ($298); Elizabeth and James sleeveless boyfriend shirt ($245); Genetic Denim “Shane” cigarette jean ($180); Elizabeth Cole gold chain bracelet ($68); JADEtribe shell bracelet ($44); Celine set of four bangles ($188); and Elizabeth Cole Virgo necklace ($78)

Part of that glamour hails from the extensive selection of contemporary labels, both well-known and up-and-coming. For such items to make their way into boutique, they must fulfill three criteria: “chic, cool, and a bit badass,” as Lauren describes GAVIN’s aesthetic. “I try to buy some old favorites, like J Brand and Alice + Olivia, plus some new designers we discover, like Agent 001. Regardless, I avoid what other stores like Barneys and Neimans sell.” This rationale gives birth to a shop that has something for everyone. With designers like Elizabeth and James, Gryphon, House of Harlow, James Perse, and SASS & BIDE on the hangers, the selection is rooted in different design sensibilities. Some are rock ‘n roll, some are girly, some are ethnic, some are glamorous. It creates an interesting mix that makes roaming the racks an addicting adventure for women of different ages and styles. “I love the refreshing atmosphere of the young and old shopping here together,” she says.

 
LEFT: Torn by Ronny Kobo Paris tee ($75); Gryphon gray cardigan ($310); Mima earrings ($148); mother of pearl ring from Morocco ($172); Allison Schiller pyrite memory bracelets ($125); and Goldsign white cutoff shorts ($150). RIGHT: Elizabeth and James sequin Tokyo top ($365); Lauren’s belt from Morocco; Goldsign “Bon Bon” pleated shorts ($180); Kain Label pocket tank ($78); silver stone ring from Morocco ($292); Allison Schiller pyrite memory bracelets ($125); JADEtribe small prayer bead bracelet ($32); and Elizabeth and James cross earrings ($105)

This atmosphere may have something to do with Lauren’s shopping excursions with her six children (the store’s actually named after her second-born daughter). She understands the importance of addressing different styles, without letting the selection or experience suffer. By using her role as a mother and background as a fashion model, she tantalizes customers with must-have fashion, an inviting space, and staff that’s more like girlfriends than sales people. It’s quite the dynamic trio even if it is outside the city. As Lauren says, “Everyone finds something they love at GAVIN.”

Written and produced by Meghan Turner
Photography by Ace Ujimori
Model: Lauren Conrades
Special thanks to Maia McGinley

Tags: Alice + Olivia, Allison Schiller, Annie Costello, Barneys, Céline, Chicago Boutiqes, Chicago Shopping, Elizabeth and James, Elizabeth Cole, Erickson Beamon, Evanston, GAVIN boutique, Goldsign jeans, Gryphon, Heartfelt, House of Harlow, J Brand, JADEtribe, James Perse, Janis Savitt, Kain Label, Lauren Cavallo Runzel, LNA, Marc Bernstein, Meg McGuinness, Mima, Rory Beca, Sass & Bide, Torn by Ronny Kobo, Trina Turk, Wilt
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