Nonpareil

I’m usually not one to complain about stores, and this one definitely has the cute factor…
Recently they put up a 25% off the entire store and a «for lease» sign in the window, that’s usually an indication that the store is closing, so I thought I would get some great deals on holiday decorations.
Not only was everything 25% off, but conveniently everything was about 25% more expensive then it was the week before when I was in the store.
I get mark ups and that they want to get their money before they close, but that is ridiculous. I thought this was a cute, neighborhood boutique store, but I just felt that they were very deceitful in their tactics. Not quite a sale if you mark everything up! I won’t be buying anything for the holidays here.

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Update 12÷14÷07: Like so many small businesses in the area, Nonpareil is going out of business. It’s a shame; the owners are so nice. Items in the store are currently being sold off at 40−50% off the regular prices. (Forty if you pay with a card, 50 if you pay cash.) Good time to stock up on knick-​knacks, Vera Bradely bags, home fragrance and Christmas decorations.
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While the appeal of those hideous Vera Bradley quilted bags has long been lost on me, I must admit Nonpareil is a cute little gift boutique. It’s in Lincoln Park, so of course the prices tend to be a bit upscale, but there are deals to be found as well. Most importantly, the clerks are always super-​friendly and helpful. A great last-​minute gift shop for Christmas, Mother’s Day, etc.

Nonpareil is packed with a lot of cute gifts. It can take a while to peruse the store because items are jampacked everywhere. If you get overwhelmed, ask the salespeople because they’ll be more than happy to help you navigate the store.

This is a really cute gift store! Its the perfect place to shop for gifts because they’ve got really unique pieces, things you won’t find anywhere else.