I decided to have a «Lincoln Park«day today and happily found this lovely boutique. Their selection of dresses is unique, and the fabrics are sublime. The sales women were very friendly and knowledgeable without being pushy. I recall they mentioned they had been working there a year, so I don’t believe they are the ones people have commented negatively about. They encouraged me to try on a few pieces I wouldn’t have picked myself. Although pricey, I feel the pieces will be a good investment. Current, but not too trendy, so I will be able to enjoy them for several years.
Ila L.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 San Francisco, CA
This is a very nice store with great clothing. All of the clothing is made by Cotelac, a Brand from France. The owner has been running the store for years and she does a nice job. I appreciate that the clothing is often machine washable, versatile and different than the usual department store labels.
Judy C.
Évaluation du lieu : 2 Chicago, IL
I agree, the customer service in this store is lacking. Really quite cold and unfriendly. C’est tres francais perhaps? The clothes are beautiful and might be worth putting up with it if you’re looking for that one lovely item to pull your wardrobe together. However, I should warn you about the wool. I bought a $ 200 gorgeous wool sweater which seized up and shrank after being washed delicately in very cold water as per the instructions. I’ve managed to re-shape it somewhat but it will never be the same. A real bummer. Should have just stuck with Banana Republic perhaps.
Mary W.
Évaluation du lieu : 1 Chicago, IL
Never have I been so offended or treated so poorly in a Chicago boutique. When out Christmas shopping with my best friend yesterday, we popped into Cotelac to find gifts for ourselves and others. The proprietor snootily peered over her newspaper and barely greeted us. When inquiring about sizing, she glanced me up and down(I am a marathon runner at 5’9″ and a size 8) and she told me that clothes from France«are very narrow» and sat back down and ignored us. Apparently unless you are a snobby waif are you allowed to seek help in this store. This store will never see my money; much happier at Bloomingdales!
B P.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
Love this shop! Beautiful clothes. Very friendly SA. Felt like I was back in Paris.
Rosemary S.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
To find a beautiful boutique store in a great neighborhood is wonderful. I’ve ‘invested’ in a few Cotelac pieces over the years. The clothes are beautifully made and the styling is very unique. My only complaint is that one saleswoman is really on the snooty side. Recently I visited the store and she made a point of telling me she has over 100 pieces. Well good for her. I’ve even considered not stopping in the store when I see her behind the counter. Someone should tell her to lighten up and learn über customer service to match the über beatiful clothes and accessories.
Anni G.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
The quintessential Lincoln Park boutique — beautiful, well-made clothes, cute vintage-y storefront, good selection. Love their selection of French designers that are hard to come by in smaller boutiques around here. Their selection is well culled and chic. I do wish they had a bit more color and daring prints in their selection; I found it to be skewed towards dark colors and neutrals the past few times I went in.
Mrs. F.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
Their selection of clothes are so lovely, but a bit on the pricey side when not marked down. Not that I have too much of a problem with that — you get what you pay for, after all. I purchased a beautiful, unique dress that is simple, not too trendy and very comfortable. I love the clean, open space and the simple interior design. It’s great to have a boutique like this in the city, where you will always find something a little different, very wearable, and very special. The only issue for me(a small issue) was that the saleswoman, an older lady, was a bit abrupt and not very responsive. I felt like she wanted to get out of there because it was closing time, putting on makeup, etc. Maybe she had a hot date!
Susan J.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
I love the calm uncluttered look of this boutique and the ever changing windows with cool layered European looks that are unique and no designer to really compare their clothes to. Now, I would love to afford a complete wardrobe here season after season. Picking up a few pieces here and there is great and completely inspiring for my personal wardrobe. The sales people are really nice and always look great wearing their own product and I always seem to say, «wow, that looks great on you». I’m proud for Chicago that this is their first store outside of Europe and hope all of the Midwestern folk embrace it!