Reader’s Choice

Tangerine

Yes, its higher price points will make a big dent in the average paycheck, but I know of no better place to find something attractive and wearable than this long-running Wicker Park boutique. The looks tend toward what I call “urban girly-girl”—feminine, but with a touch of knowing chic to dilute the sweetness. I’ve heard complaints that the sales staff can be overenthusiastic, but I’ve never felt pressured to buy anything I didn’t really want—and I’d rather deal with that than icy condescension any day.  1719 N. Damen, 773-772-0505, chicagotangerine.com. —Heather Kenny

Readers’ Choice

Akira

1837 W. North, 773-489-0818, and 2357 N. Clark, 773-404-5826, akirachicago.com.

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