(773) 929-6701
3012 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago,
IL
60657
41.9363
-87.6643
Neighborhoods: North Side, Lakeview
Wacky Cats
Last updated 7.23.09
What People Are Saying About Wacky Cats
The Editor
Elisa Kronish
Citysearch
The Scene – Greeting you at the entrance--and doing justice to the name--is a windowful of wackily dressed mannequins, boas in various colors, and an assortment of candles with off-center illustrations and labels, like "Coffin for Cutie," "Nautipuss" and "Madwoman." The eccentric quality follows you into the dimly lit shop, which bursts at its seams with predominantly '50s-era treasures. – – The Goods – You can tell by the faded labels that the "costumes" here are truly authentic. Your grandfather could have worn the brown knit bowling shirt, the velvet smoking jacket…
12/21/08
Amazing vintage dresses!
by kateymeyer at Citysearch
I've bought 3 formal vintage dresses from Wacky Cats. The store has a lot of variety but mainly specializes in the 50's era. Each time I've been here, Karen (the owner) always helps me in choosing the perfect dress. She's very knowledgeable in her decades of fashion and alterations. Wacky Cats also carries jewelry, 'novelty' t shirts and Men's vintage clothes.
- Pros: Great prices for unique clothes!
- Cons: Small selection of men's clothing
01/14/08
A Great Vintage Find!
by 13meows at Citysearch
I adore this shop!! If you really love vintage clothing especially 50's dresses and hand bags this is the shop for you. This girl knows vintage clothing like the back of her hand. the owner is quite knowledgeable about her era's and how the dresses should fit. She can round up any and all dresses that are in your size range in a flash kind of like a personal shopper. Which if you are short on time is a huge help. The men's selection is weak but they do also carry re pros for both the guys & girls. Not the cheapest vintage shop in town but the clothing is clean and ready to wear that day!
- Pros: DRESSES, DRESSES & MORE DRESSES
- Cons: Parking
12/08/07
Ew.
by 80sdollface at Citysearch
Dark, dingy, and just gross.
Sure theres a few decent things here and there, but in general....not the kind of place you wanna spend more than 15 minutes in.
Yellow Jacket down the street is amazing and much more 'fashionable'
- Pros: its close to yellowjacket
- Cons: dark, and dirty
The Details on Wacky Cats
Know Before You Go:
Although predominantly from the '50s and earlier, a lot of '70s apparel comes in, and goes out fast, during Halloween costume-buying season.
Category:
Vintage Clothing, Thrift Stores, Women's Clothing, Second Hand Goods
Payment Methods:
Visa, MasterCard
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