Hubbard Woods
There are just some things that need to be purchased in a big box store - electronics, computers, brand names, or outdoor equipment. But for almost everything else, there is a store in Winnetka that can meet your needs. In fact, Winnetka has 50 retail stores scattered throughout its three shopping areas: Hubbard Woods, East Elm, and West Elm.
Shopping locally has been touted for years as a way cut down on driving, keep the money and taxes in town, and discover hidden treasures that no mall could possibly have (or if it did, you'd need a sturdy pair of walking shoes, a backpack for provisions, water . . .) Here's what else it means to whittle your list down in your own town:
- Local stores are more tailored to local tastes and the small business owner is the one choosing his wares, as opposed to corporate buyers who buy for chains
- Small retail outlets are more environmentally friendly - some sell cool recycled or local craft work.
- Local stores want you to be happy with your purchase and are more likely to be helpful
Retail Shopping in Winnetka: HUBBARD WOODS
Seagrass - 895 Green Bay Road, 847-446-8444. A wonderful gift store that "offers a unique blend of home furnishing, accessories, one-of-a-kind vintage finds, and art and photography inspired by coastal themes."
Prufrock Florists - 897 Green Bay Road, 847-784-3400. Prufrock will make all the usual arrangments for your weddings, parties or funerals. But they offer much more: garden accessories, vessels, screens, window grates, and stained glass.
Creme de la Creme - 901-903 Green Bay Road. Unique gifts with several "boutiques" within the store. Includes ": irresistible children's accessories; traditional women's jackets and accessories; exquisite linens; personalized stationery items; specialty gourmet food gifts and a special holiday section. Many gifts may be personalized."
Pagoda Red - 902 Green Bay Road. Read my blog post about this lovely and serene Asian antiques, jewelry and home accessory store : Have You Ever Seen a Scholar's Garden?
E Street Denim - 908 Green Bay Road. Jeans, jeans, and more jeans, Very hip - lots of accessories too.
GAP - 925 Green Bay Road, 847-441-0561. Need I say more?
Beat Street - 930 Green Bay Road. Really cool, retro kids and tweens store - huge selection.
Material Possessions - 954 Green Bay Road. This large store nestled in the middle of the block offers 
lovely selections of home decor, jewelry, dining and bar accessories.
Randoons - 962 1/2 Green Bay Road. Two great taglines explain this store beautifully: "Wearables and Whatnots," and "A Hip Clothing, Accessory, and Gift Boutique bringing city style to the 'burbs."
Lawrence Arthur - 986 Green Bay Road, 847-446-3220. This is actually a hair salon and day spa offering massages, Reiki, and all the usual hair cuts, dyes, manicures and pedicures. But in the front, it's a retail store with unique items chosen by owner Elsa Cohen. It's not large, but it's different from what you'd find in most stores and includes jewelry, clothing, candles, watches, hats and shoes.
Artistica Italian Gallery - 990 Green Bay Road. One of my favorite places to shop for exquisite specially made Italian pottery, majolica Murano glass, and more. Read my blog about this great store: Artistica Italian Gallery. Read more at: Artistica Italian Gallery
Pierre Deux - 996 Green Bay Road. As they themselves say, "All That is French Country." Furniture, home decor, totes, bags, rugs and lighting.
Edible Arrangements - 999 Green Bay Road, 847-881-2644. There are over 1000 stores nationwide and orders may be placed online, but there is a retail outlet in Winnetka. Instead of flowers, order a fruit, chocolate, cookie concoction that assembled like a flower bouquet - for weddings, parties, congratulations, whatever!
Sawbridge Studios - 1015 Tower Court, (small storefront at 897 1/2 Green Bay) 847-441-2441. All items in the store are artisan handcrafted furniture and accessories, unique and not likely found anywhere else.
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