City Soles/Niche

(773) 489-2001

1566 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60622 41.9099 -87.6776

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Neighborhoods: Wicker Park, West Side

Last updated 9.19.10

Category:

Clothing Accessories, Shoes

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What People Are Saying About City Soles/Niche

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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…

Editor's Tips

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.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. Even though some of the prices are out of my range, I was able to find fabulous, comfortable shoes that excite my wardrobe!
  2. They have hard to find brands and a really great atmosphere.
  3. It's hard to find shoes that are comfortable and cute.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. love the styles that City Soles has in stock, though the selection in my price range is fairly limited.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. great store with great shoes.
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. had the best time shopping here and can't wait to return!
service
100.0% positive
  1. Friendly knowledgeable staff and amazing shoes.
  2. The employees were really helpful and attentive.
  3. Fabulous shoes, good service
value
73.33000183105469% positive
  1. Great prices!
  2. bit pricey, but cute styles all year round,and great sales.
  3. Even though some of the prices are out of my range, I was able to find fabulous, comfortable shoes that excite my wardrobe!
  4. love the styles that City Soles has in stock, though the selection in my price range is fairly limited.
  5. The sales rack over on the Niche side is worth checking out; still, most everything is still pretty pricey.
4 Star Rating: Recommended

12/16/10

cartier jewelry

by cartier jewelry at Citysearch

Great site. This could probably have the refactoring tag added t it.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/09/10

welcome here

Contributor at Citysearch

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/04/09

Fabulous shoes, good service

by JayW at Citysearch

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.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

04/16/09

Hot shoes in the neighborhood

by CS1984 at Citysearch

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!

  • Pros: Hot selection
  • Cons: Pricey!
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/24/09

FABULOUS!!

by elkgirl at Citysearch

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!!!

  • Pros: always have a great selection
  • Cons: sometimes I can't afford...but that's my own problem!

The Details on City Soles/Niche

Place Categories:

  • comfortable shoes
  • great shoe store
  • pricey styles
  • great prices
  • excellent staff
  • really helpful employees
  • not recommend store
  • still pretty pricey most everything
  • really great atmosphere
  • awesome niche
  • good service
  • great sales
  • great help
  • absolutely love everything
  • best time shopping

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