Embellish Chicago

I love this store. The selection is just wonderful and includes a variety of price points, which is especially nice when you are holiday shopping and might want to spend certain amounts on different family members or friends.
I also appreciate the fact that they support local artists. Furthermore, the store clerk was extremely knowledgable about each of the different designers and the pieces carried in the store; she was even able to answer a couple of my more obscure, detail-​oriented questions.
I can’t end this review without mentioning how beautiful and unique the pieces are at Embellish. It’s near impossible to go gift shopping here and resist snatching up an irresistible treat for yourself. Thank you for such a wonderful experience, Embellish!

This store has some amazing chicago pieces! On top of that, the customer service was great! I was not able to make it in to the store to pick up my Chicago flag ring, so I called and they shipped it out to me so quickly! It is a great local store!
Thanks Carrie! I love my piece!

I love this store. They are attentive and unintrusive. I love their style and selection, but what’s even better than that is their customer service. I will write about two examples.
1) I asked about the different colors one of their bags came in. They didn’t have any currently in stock, but they called me back a week later when they did so I could see it in person.
2) I lost one of the beautiful earrings my husband got for me and I brought it in and they were able to send it to the designer to have a replacement earring made to match exactly.
The style and pricing are competitive and fair for the beautiful selections offered and the owner and staff truly care about your happiness and helping you find what you weren’t sure you were looking for.
I love this store.

I love this little store. Its so cute and quint. You can find something in here for every price range and its product is of great quality. I bought some earrings from here over the summer and their still beautiful! I have gotten so many compliments about them.

LOVE THIS STORE! This is my go-​to place for birthday gifts for my friends. Affordable, comfortable, cool stuff. And great salespeople.

I don’t know why it’s taken me so long to write a review for such an amazing boutique. Each piece has a story behind it and they are so cognizant of the jewelers they source from. It’s the perfect place to go, no matter what your price point, to get something special for someone. Plus, the customer service is amazing.

The accessories here are super pretty, feminine and mostly delicate-​looking pieces. The girl behind the counter was very sweet. While I was browsing, she asked me, «is it okay if I make a phone call?» I was so caught offguard, of course it is okay! It was a business-​related call, but I still thought it was super classy of her to ask me.
I tried on a pretty sterling silver ring, with a very «artisan crafted» look hammered into flower petals. At $ 62, I wasn’t quite ready to splurge on the ring. These are not cheap, mass produced accessories that you would find at Charming Charlie’s. There is a unique artistry to everything.
Embellish is definitely a spot to buy that one indulgence item for yourself or a special gift for a mom, sister, or friend. I will definitely come back when my pocketbook is a bit more padded!

Such a great place for gifts or for spoiling yourself and the price is so right! Have passed this place a million times and never noticed the gem awaiting me inside. Will definitely be back to score me some great finds!

Was in town from the burbs — Stopped in here today on a whim…
I ended up purchasing several gifts for friends — some Christmas gifts — and best of all, a couple things for myself. Worth the trip and will be back!
Unique jewelry and knits — leather bags and a nice selection of mens gifts too. All from local/​American artists.

Not only do I love this store, so do all of my employees. When I think they’ve gone to lunch, they come back with their Embellish bag of goodies. Barb the owner is delightful and helpful. Run, don’t walk!

This is such a great accessories shop. I love all of the selection they have to offer in a variety of price ranges. There are handbags, scarves, hats, necklaces, earrings, to choose from and deciding what to buy is the hardest part. The jewelry varies in style from classic pieces to things that are more unique, but I love it all and the owner is so friendly! I am so glad I discovered this store. Great place to find unique gifts or something special for yourself.

LOVE this place! All the accessories are adorable — reasonably priced — great quality — trendy — eclectic — and most are locally made!
My friends and i stumbled in this place while on vacation. The owner was very friendly — not pushy at all — didn’t talk us into anything — but answered questions when asked — and shared fun tid-​bits about the items (like who makes it and how, etc.)
Great selections — great prices — great service!

What a great little store! It’s always at the top of my list when I need to find something special to give! Barb is wonderful at what she does. She is always willing to help you pick out just the right gift. It is a great place to find something for yourself too! I could buy just about anything in this store!

Polite, courteous, welcoming staff. I’ve gone in there in sweats, clearly looking like I had very little money to spend, and they still chatted me up quite a bit.
Cute stuff– I wish I had more to spend on accessories because this stuff is great. I bought my mom a nice leather purse here for Christmas and she loves it.
Dog friendly, which I love :) Even though I don’t have a dog. I think all neighborhood storefronts should be dog friendly.

I cannot get enough of this wonderful gem of a shop.
Three things happen every time I wander in there, usually to purchase a gift. 1) The minute I walk in the door Barb (the fantastic shop owner) remembers me, 2) Barb asks about my dog, and 3) I not only find the perfect gift, I always find something for myself.
I could rave all day about Embellish… the jewelry is unique, beautiful, often handmade, often locally made, and simply cool. Whenever I wear a piece I got at Embellish I always get complements on it.
It will continue to be my go to place. Thanks to Barb.

Embellish may be my favorite store in Chicago — not just because of the wonderful bags and jewelry they carry, but especially because of the wonderful owner — Barb. She is always there with a helpful opinion and time to chat. She’s a pleasure to work with and it makes shopping here even better.
Embellish’s selection is unbeatable. They have all the best brands of bags (Ellington, Mosey, others) and beautiful jewelry. Even after I move out of the neighborhood, I won’t be moving away from Embellish. You must shop here.
PS — Cricket is pretty awesome, too. :-)

My Saturday (gym — bf’s house) routine always involves a wander into Embellish.
I’ve been drooling over wallets here for weeks and finally took the plunge today! My new, soft, buttery tan genuine leather wallet has purple flowered lining and is fifty million times better than (and half the price of) my last wallet from Nordstrom.
Embellish has a great jewelry selection and is a perfect way to shop local for gifts, especially jewelry sporting an initial or two! I was tempted to buy «K» and «B» charms but I think I will wait until next Saturday.
Leather wallets and initial charms… Embellish yourself this Spring!

Every loved one in my life wants one thing from me. One thing, and one thing only — a gift from Embellish.
Hard to believe it has been two years since I first visited this store and fell in love. Yes, two years have passed with many beautiful & unique gifts purchased = happy me, happy partner, happy friends. Needless to say, when I have visiting guests, we make a beeline for Embellish.
Store Owner Barb has exquisite taste in jewelry and handbags and has a keen eye for what will sell and who her audience is. Barb is also supportive of local Chicago artists and designers who use recycled, reclaimed and repurposed materials.
Her price points are perfect. While some items are pricier than others, Embellish is the ideal place to pick up a unique last-​minute gift that won’t kill your budget.
Why, just within the last 10 days, a-​gorgeous-​spoiled-​rotten-​redhead-​who-​shall-​remain-​unnamed-​with-​whom-​I-​have-​spent-​the-​last-​20-​years has been the recipient of:
— a rich charcoal gray clutch by Mosey
— a gray purse/​backpack by Mosey
— a modern eco-​resin ring featuring blades of real grass by dconstruct
Suffice it to say my own closet is a treasure trove of Embellish delights as my life’s philosophy in gift-​giving is simple: «one for them, one for me.»
If ever there was a reason to «shop local,» this is it.

Perfect for the woman who already has everything!
Went there looking for a smart new hat for fall travel. Had exhausted my search on Michigan Ave and in the Loop and online (Eugenia Kim). Ended up finding 5 hats I’ve never seen anywhere (all under $ 100!) and all so perfectly fashionable for oversees travel. Selected one that was perfection. I left delighted.

Every time I walk into this store I buy something. Great for my jewelry selection, bad for my bank account.
I heart this place for a few reasons:
1. It feeds my addiction to handmade, unique jewelry. Not only does Embellish offer jewelry from up-​and-​coming jewelry makers, but they are always high quality products.
2. The set-​up of the store is cozy and fun — even though the place is small, you could walk around for hours and continue to discover something you didn’t notice before.
3. There is a range of prices here, so if you’re looking for a somewhat inexpensive gift for an acquaintance or a more elaborate purchase, you’ll find it at Embellish.
This is local business at it’s best. Barb, the owner, is phenomenal and extraordinarily helpful in finding what you’re looking for. It’s also easily accessible from the brown line — so there’s really no reason not to check this place out. You’ll likely walk out with a bag in hand, but that’s definitely not a bad thing.