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MICHIGANAVEMAG.COM 135 BOUTIQUES AESOP Founded in Melbourne in 1987, this renowned Australian skincare brand has brought its ultraluxe, carefully developed product lines—from facial toners and shampoo to body balm and fragrance—to the Midwest with this chic, sophisticated space in the heart of Bucktown's Damen Avenue shopping district. 1653 N. Damen Ave., 872-802- 4626; aesop.com ATHENE Inspired by the "strong yet very feminine" Greek goddess of its name, this North Shore newcomer from fashionista Ashley Quicksilver takes style cues from rock 'n' roll icons and Audrey Hepburn alike. The minimal- ist space showcases a luxe assortment of womenswear brands, from Rona Pfeiffer to Rick Owens. 837 Elm St., Winnetka, 847-441-1918; athene-shop.com BELLE VIE BRIDAL COUTURE Chicago fashion dynamo and bridal style aficionado Amanda Bonnell pres- ents the ultimate curated selection of bridal fashions, featuring exquisite gowns from the likes of J.Mendel and Valentino, plus Bonnell's own Audrey Grant line. 214 W. Erie St., 312-751- 2222; belleviebridalcouture.com BILLY REID Stock up on Southern-cool staples for men and women at the first Midwest boutique from this New York- and Alabama-based designer, the 2012 CFDA Menswear Designer of the Year, who has collaborated with brands rang- ing from Levi's and J.Crew to Neiman Marcus and K-Swiss. 845 W. Randolph St., 312-614-1503; billyreid.com BLAKE One of the city's most exquisite shop- ping destinations, this go-to from veteran style mavens Marilyn Blaszka and Dominic Marcheschi features a smart, fastidiously edited selection from top-of- the-line designers like Balenciaga, Dries van Noten, Céline, and Marni. 212 W. Chicago Ave., 312-202-0047 BURDI Trim, distinguished, and perpetually dapper, Rino Burdi is the ultimate ambassador for Gold Coast style. It's only fitting, since he practically grew up in the neighborhood while his Italian- born father, master tailor Alfonso Burdi, was establishing his boutique as the city's premier source for handmade Italian style. Decades later, designer Rino carries on the family name with flair. 58 E. Walton St., 312-642-9166; burdiclothing.com C.D. PEACOCK A Chicago jewelry institution since 1837, with three suburban shopping- center locations. Channel Grace Kelly with Mikimoto pearls, or go contemporary chic with timepieces from the likes of Gucci and Chanel. INSIDER TIP: Jewelry repair, watch service, appraisals, and custom design, too. 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie, 847-679-1837; E-140 Woodfield Mall, Schaumburg, 847-619-6560; 172 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, 630-571- 5355; cdpeacock.com DANIEL GEORGE Among Chicago's premier men's clothiers, Daniel George offers an array of custom attire, from suits and blazers to dress shirts, overcoats, and tuxedos, plus belts, shoes, cuff links, and a variety of other accessories for the sharp- dressed gentleman. 155 N. Michigan Ave., Ste. 770, 312-729-5202; danielgeorgecustomsuits.com DOLCE & GABBANA The Italian haute couture brand is one of the pinnacles of high fashion on Oak Street, with everything from vibrant footwear and showstopping gowns, jewelry, and accessories to men's suits and street fashion from Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana's latest The SOURCE: STYLE Chicago suitmaker Oxxford Clothes tailors each of its custom garments (like this recently debuted blue sharkskin suit) by hand—the only manufacturer in America to do so.