City Soles/Niche
(773) 489-2001
1566 N Damen Ave
(at Milwaukee Avenue, North Avenue)
Chicago,
IL
60622
41.9099
-87.6776
Neighborhoods: Wicker Park, West Side
Hours:
Mon-Wed, Sat 11am-8pm
Thu-Fri 11am-9pm
Sun 11am-6pm
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The Scene
Anchoring Wicker Park's busiest intersection stands a pair of shoe shops perfect for the in-vogue urban dweller. While appearing to be two distinct stores with separate entrances on different streets, Niche and City Soles actually share the same owner and overlap in space. This dual den of style is light and open, showcasing high-quality, high-end shoes. Glass counters display jewelry by local artists, and colorful, funky purses hang in the backdrop.
The Goods
Niche/City Soles has expanded beyond loyal Chicago-based customers to draw in tourists bored with Magnificent Mile shops. Owner Scott Starbucks sells footwear for both men and women, unique in selection and varied in style. Higher-end, avant-garde goods fill the Niche half, featuring European imports like Goffredo Fantini, Sebastiano Migliore and Rodolfo Zengarini. City Soles offers more familiar, lower-priced designer names such as Charles David, Kenneth Cole and BCBG.
User Reviews
JayW
June 04, 2009
Great store. Friendly knowledgeable staff and amazing shoes. Will definitely be back. It's hard to find shoes that are comfortable and cute...but this place does it.
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CS1984
April 16, 2009
This shoe shop has a lot of hot, hot shoes. Trust. You will always find something super cute here. They are, naturally, a little pricey, but you're getting quality shoes and superior design. They're "penny" sales are a must for shoe lovers!
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elkgirl
January 24, 2009
I love this store. While I can't always afford what I love, the selection is always amazing and the staff eager to help. They even have layaway!!! If you want fab shoes that are original, stop here for sure!!!
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Save Money:
For anyone who's ever dreamed of shopping all night long, keep an eye out for the twice-yearly Midnight Madness Sale.
The Extras:
Local artwork on the walls is for sale. And during Wicker Park's Around the Coyote art festival, Niche/City Soles donates dollars and offers exhibit space to selected artists.
