Shopping with Your Kids - Chicago with Kids - page 230

off to the right start. 1733 W. Chicago Ave. (at Wood St.). & 312/226-0152. www.alcalas.com.
Subway/El: Red Line to Sheffield.
Anthropologie Eclectic and funky clothes that appeal to the young teen set
(sorry, females only) and a mix of new and vintage home furnishings and acces-
sories that appeal to Mom make this store a delight to browse. 1120 N. State St.
& 312/255-1848. www.anthropologie.com. Subway/El: Red Line to Clark/Division.
Benetton Kids Pricey but prone to frequent sales, Benetton's children's collec-
tion is colorful and fun, with great knits—just like the grown-up version of the
store. The design is sporty rather than frilly and streamlined rather than fussy, for
kids from infant through age 12. The Shops at North Bridge, 520 N. Michigan Ave.
& 312/494-9161. Subway/El: Red Line to Grand/State.
GapKids and babyGap Classic and fun, although definitely not avant-
garde, Gap produces reliable clothes and accessories for kids. Inventory turns
quickly here, so it's easy to pick up a few things on sale. The store has five loca-
tions in Chicago. The largest store is located at 555 N. Michigan Ave., where
you'll find a large kids' and baby section on the lower level. (1) 555 N. Michigan Ave.
(at E. Ohio St.). & 312/335-1896. Subway/El: Red Line to Grand/State. (2) Water Tower Place, 835
N. Michigan Ave. & 312/255-8883. Subway/El: Red Line to Chicago/State. (3) 2108 N. Halsted
(at W. Webster St.). & 773/549-2065. Subway/El: Red Line to Sheffield. (4) 3033 N. Broadway
Ave. (at W. Wellington St.). & 773/929-4085. Subway/El: Brown Line to Diversey. (5) 3155 N. Lin-
coln Ave. (at W. Barry St.). & 773/883-9050. Subway/El: Brown Line to Wellington.
Gymboree Bright primary colors and strong patterns are the trademark of
Gymboree clothing. You'll find items here for infants up to age 7. The chain also
runs play centers (see “Indoor Playgrounds,” in chapter 8). Water Tower Place, 835
N. Michigan Ave. & 312/649-9074. www.gymboree.com. Subway/El: Red Line to Chicago/State.
Jacadi An upscale Parisian clothing company with beautiful (and pricey)
clothing for infants through age 12. Rich colors and pastels in cottons and knits
are the focus here. Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave. & 312/337-9600. www.jacadi
usa.com. Subway/El: Red Line to Chicago/State.
LMNOP Nothing ordinary about the children's clothing you'll find here, for ages
newborn to 6 years. 2574 N. Lincoln Ave. (at Sheffield Ave.). & 773/975-4055. Subway/El: Red
or Brown Line to Fullerton.
Madison and Friends When Chicago parents with a money's-no-object atti-
tude go shopping for special-occasion clothing for kids, they make a beeline for
Madison and Friends. The selection is top-of-the-line, the inventory large and
unique. You'll find baby-size leather jackets and yoga pants for toddlers. A separate
back room caters to older kids and 'tweens—with a staggering array of jeans. You
can find clothing here for kids from newborn through size 16. 940 N. Rush St. (at Oak
St.). & 312/642-6403. www.madisonandfriends.com. Subway/El: Red Line to Chicago.
Mini Me This store specializes in European-style clothing for girls from infant
through age 10 and boys up to size 4. In the mall at 900 N. Michigan Ave. & 312/988-
4011. Subway/El: Red Line to Chicago/State.
Psycho Baby The definitive sign that Bucktown is completely gentrified?
The opening of this everything-for-baby shop. The prices might cause you to
do a double take ($60 for shoes that your child will outgrow in 3 months?), but
the creative selection and fun vibe make it a great store for browsing. 2911 N.
Broadway (between Diversey Pkwy. and Belmont Ave.). & 773/665-7400. Subway/El: Brown
Line to Diversey.