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Akris unveils first Chicago boutique

Akris is pleased to share the opening of their first-ever Chicago boutique located at 101 East Oak Street in the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood. The Swiss label announced the opening via their official LinkedIn account, highlighting the significance of this new location. The space occupies 3500 square feet and will offer the newest...

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Foot Locker enters into multi-year partnership with the Chicago Bulls

Foot Locker, Inc. has entered into a multi-year partnership with the Chicago Bulls ahead of the 2024-2025 NBA season. The move sees the footwear and sportswear retailer strengthening its position within the field of basketball through several initiatives such as community activations, fan experiences, exclusive in-store activations, and...

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Retail

Paul Stuart returns to Michigan Avenue with opening of new flagship store

Luxury menswear retailer Paul Stuart opened a new flagship store on North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, marking its return to the city's 'Magnificent Mile.' The opening sees Paul Stuart relocate its former Oak Street store to a new, 5,250 square-foot, two-storey store at 822 North Michigan Avenue. The new store features an exposed tailor shop on the...

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Lanvin to close Chicago store location

French fashion house Lanvin may be closing its beloved Chicago flagship. The store, which has been open since 2013, will be replaced by boutique store St. John. The boutique currently resides in the Gold Coast neighborhood. According to a WWD source familiar with real estate in the area, the store is going to be replaced by St. John. Lanvin and...