Born and
raised in the suburbs of Chicago, I can count on both hands the number of times
I’ve gone shopping in the city. Well,
almost a year ago, I moved to San Antonio and I keep kicking myself for never
truly having appreciated all of the amazing shopping that was at my fingertips
for most of my life. Don’t get me wrong,
San Antonio is a fabulous city, but the reality is that very few cities will
ever compare.
Have you
ever heard of the Magnificent Mile?
Michigan Ave? A native or not,
this is a Chicago staple and you’d have to be living under a rock to not know
what comes with the shopping here…..
Cartier, Salvatore Ferragamo, Hugo Boss, Tiffany & Co., just to name
a few. But aside from the obvious
choices, the most fun part of shopping in Chicago is discovering the hidden gems. That is, the independent boutiques that are
hidden all over the city. It’s inside
these stores where you can find a flavor and style all your own.
So I took to
the internet in hopes of finding something spectacular to share with you. And while this time around, I didn't have the
luxury to scour the street in person, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed with
my find. After clicking on various links
with some cute, but unworthy finds, I stumbled upon a link with the name
Sofia. Given that my name is in fact,
Sophia, I just couldn’t pass up the temptation to see what lay inside. From casual to glamorous and everything else
in between, Sofia is the perfect blend of clothing and accessories to make you
feel sexy, chic and free!
A joint
venture between siblings Ashley, Allison & Zach Zisook, Sofia started out
as a vintage showroom by appointment only.
But as the clients’ needs began to change, the siblings decided to
revamp their brand and make it a store front open to the public. They pride themselves on bringing their customers
eclectic, hand-picked pieces while showcasing the nation’s hottest designers
and emerging fresh talent.
Not wanting
to be branded by a specific fashion trend, Sofia is tailored specifically by
what the public wants. Featuring
designers such as Love Shack Fancy, Rachel Zoe and For Love & Lemons, Sofia continually
rotates their designers by hosting trunk shows and designer showcases to really
highlight season trends and a variety of styles.
The owners,
Chicago natives who have recently celebrated 4 years in business, push the
notion to their customers that everyone should “Live Lovely;” to embrace the
beauty of who you are and take chances in both life and fashion.
Sofia really
is a true gem in the fashion market so don’t miss out! Next time you are in the city… be sure to
stop in and meet the friendly staff and owners while stocking up on the hottest
looks for summer!
100 East Walton St.
Chicago, IL 60611
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