Chilocal

28/11/2021

This weekend shop at . Find customized soy wax candles, goat milk soap bars,
body + hair products, and much, much more with 30% off.

05/05/2021

👌 Today is the last day to order Strong Like Mom items from in time for Mother’s Day! This collection features a “strong” tee for adults, plus toddler and youth sizes, and “feel free to be you” hoodies.

👉 offer inspiring designs that let kids be themselves, explore any and all interests, and wear their character proudly. Itwas also recently featured in our blog, so check out their story on our website!

03/05/2021

Looking for something special for Mother's Day this year? Check out Mother's Day pop up at starting today 😍 shop one of a kind jewelry from made in Ravenswood, available in store and online 🤩

09/04/2021

This month is Earth Month and we are sharing how to shop with our 🌍 in mind.

Don't know where to start on your sustainable journey? Visit , Chicago’s First Zero Waste General Store.

They carry bulk refill items such as pantry items, herbs and spices, oils, soaps, detergents, bath and body products and more!

All of Eco & The Flamingo's products are ethically sourced and have either no packaging or are placed in 100% compostable or recyclable packaging.

Know any other and sustainable Chicago brands that ? Let us know in the comments below!

01/03/2021

Another wonderful small business just joined ChiLocal 😮
specializes in minimalist style maps of public transportation systems and city grids. The business was born out of the desire to create the ‘perfect’ transit map.

The owner, Jenn, works as an urban planner, so making maps quickly went from a hobby to a business. Jenn loves spreading the love for maps and minimalist design through her work! ThisCityMaps represents over 50 cities with designs of city maps, neighborhood maps, and transit maps.

05/02/2021

Shop local this Valentine's Day ❤

03/12/2020

Our Holiday Gift Guide is filled with great gift and stocking stuffer ideas from local Chicago businesses! Browse, shop, and support local Chicago businesses this holiday season: https://chilocal.com/holiday-gift-guide-gifts-under-20/

27/10/2020

With the shipping delays and all the unknowns, shopping early this holiday season will make sure you can support local shops and all your purchases arrive on time!

If you’re looking for new local Chicago shops, head to our online directory, ChiLocal.com! Many of the stores on our platform offer an exclusive discount, so we hope to make local shopping a little easier this holiday season ❤

Spread the word to shop early and local by sharing this post! 🧡

06/10/2020

Meet another amazing local Chicago business that you can already find on our platform - Wolfbait & B-girls, a female-owned and operated store in Logan Square. It's treasure trove of handmade apparel, accessories, art, and gifts, featuring over 300 local artisans.

👀Are you wondering about the meaning of their name? The name Wolfbait & B-girls is a nod to historic Chicago. The 1930’s guidebook Chicago Confidential defines Wolfbait as girls who moved to the city looking for success and how easy they were to be preyed upon; and B-girls as what they sometimes turn into. Think B-movie, B-side, bad girl, Bruiser and Brazen judy. We have chosen to take this derogatory historic terminology and reframe it as what women are capable of in business, and in life.

Next time you are in Logan Square, make sure to stop by!

01/10/2020

Like shopping at local Chicago businesses? To help you discover, shop, and support local, we’ve been in contact with local retailers, artists, and makers to create the new Fall Local Chicago Shopping Guide!
See our latest blog post to get you started and let us know what's on your shopping list in the comments below!

Fall is here! The best way to welcome a new season is with the new and exciting local business highlights.

29/09/2020

Shopping locally is a great way to support your community. If you’re looking for ideas on how to start shopping locally without going out of your way and making it a habit, read our latest blog post!

Looking for ideas on how to start shop locally without going out of your way? read this post to find out more!

29/09/2020

Hi, and welcome to ChiLocal, a local Chicago shopping platform!

We are a small team of marketers from Chicago, passionate about supporting small and local retail businesses and makers.

Why? Because that’s what we believe in.

There are many reasons why shopping local helps the community that you live in, but it also makes our lives richer. Here is the new way to shop local in Chicago.

10/09/2020

These look AMAZING!

No secret - we ♥️ chocolate and we like to travel. Single origin bars from Crow and Moss available in store.

31/07/2020

What is your favorite local business? Tag them in the comments below!

31/07/2020

Chicago’s eclectic array of neighborhood boutiques are packed with cool finds waiting to be uncovered. You can hunt for vintage treasures, locally made goods, unique finds, and so much more!

5 Chicago neighborhoods for boutique shopping. Discover Chicago’s eclectic array of neighborhood boutiques are packed with cool finds waiting to be uncovered.

31/07/2020

And where do you get your plants and herbs? 🧐 this local spot near Lincoln Square is our favorite 😍

31/07/2020

The coziest home decor and plant shop, Alapash. We visited their shop in Ravenswood and loved the atmosphere ❤

31/07/2020

Winnie Cooper Boutique in Roscoe Village offers a great selection of trendy apparel and accessories that are adorable and affordable! ❤ From dresses and separates to footwear and accessories you’ll find something new for your closet, so check out their website and visit them in person to shop their new arrivals! 🥰👉🛍

30/07/2020

Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or just something unique for yourself, Chicago’s shopping scene is home to tons of local makers crafting one-of-a-kind goods. That's why we started our platform!

Whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or just something unique for yourself, Chicago’s shopping scene is home to tons of local makers crafting one-of-a-kind…

28/07/2020

We are looking for local Chicago retail shops to join our online local business directory! It's free, check out the link in bio!

We are looking for businesses that:
🏙are owned and operated in Chicago.
🛍have a storefront or a physical location in Chicago.

19/07/2020

People want to shop locally. They really do. But a lot of the time, they choose convenience.

🛍To support and promote local Chicago businesses, we are starting a new platform to help people shop locally and to help you connect with your potential customers.

🖐 With local marketing, we can target your geographic location and help you win potential customers.

👉So, check out chilocal.com and join us as one of the first businesses listed on our platform.

⁉️Do you have any questions? Send us a DM and spread the word!

19/07/2020

Masks are not going anywhere anytime soon, so if you're looking to get a variety of masks while supporting a local business, Embellish Boutique is your place! They have a huge variety starting at just $6 😍 love the new masks we got here today ❤

08/07/2020

1,2, or 3?
For every fashion style – the unique line of Chicatolia handbags, journals, jewellery and accessories is so magical! Designed in Chicago, Chicatolia leather goods are the nest quality, hand crafted, one of a kind, eco-conscious, and fair trade friendly goods 😍 if you're in Chicago and are looking for a gift or a new high quality leather handbag, visit them at one of their Chicago locations or shop online 😃

23/05/2020

Welcome to carefully curated cuteness. 🥰🌞☺️
The Darling Shop is a woman-owned boutique gift shop with unique and thoughtful gifts for everyone! They often feature local makers, creators and artists. Shop at the Darling Shop for fashion, home goods, beauty, baby, men’s, and pop culture items, all the darling things!

23/05/2020

Meet , a creator of custom made woodworks in the Chicago area. His love for woodworking comes from being able to save, reclaim, recycle, dirty unwanted leftover wood that would have ended up hauled away to a land fill and creating something beautiful. We absolutely love these pieces and your mission, thank you for sharing, !
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# @ Chicago, Illinois

21/03/2020

Stay safe and stay supportive!
It's a weird and scary time for all of us, and as of today, it will be for at least 2 more weeks. And yet we are still so uplifted by the words of support we are seeing for small businesses and your help in continuing to spread the love and ! If you know of a way to support local businesses at this time?

02/12/2019

Looking for gifts for your kiddos this Holiday Season? You can still buy local when you buy toys! Visit , located in the heart of Lincoln Square! Founded in 1993, it has been a local favorite for many years! We are eyeing the gingerbread advent calendar and the Harry Potter legos for ourselves 😁
Tag to be featured!
@ Lincoln Square, Chicago

22/11/2019

The Andersonville Galleria () located at 5247 N Clark St. gives you the uniqueness and variety of an Indoor Art Fair and the remarkable quality of a High-end boutique. With over 100 vendors housed under one roof with 3 floors it’s no wonder they were voted “Best Place to Buy Local Wares” 2019 by

Do you want your business to be featured? Send us a DM or tag !

@ Andersonville Galleria

07/11/2019

☝️Here’s what happens when you shop local.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 More of your money is kept in your local economy
For every $100 you spend at locally owned businesses, $68 will stay in the community. What happens when you spend that same $100 at a national chain? Only $43 stays in the community.
💜 You keep your community unique
You wouldn’t want your house to look like everyone else’s. So why would you want your community to look that way?
👩‍🌾 You help create local jobs
Local businesses are better at creating higher-paying jobs. When you shop locally, you help create jobs for teachers, firemen, police officers, and many other essential professions.
🌻 You help the environment
Buying from a locally-owned business conserves energy and resources: less fuel for transportation and less packaging.
🌹You nurture community
Local business owners know you, and you know them. Studies have shown that local businesses donate to community causes at more than twice the rate of chains.
🌎 You make it a destination for tourists and locals
The more interesting and unique you community, the more we will attract new neighbors, visitors and guests. This benefits everyone. 😊Tell us, do you shop locally or choose what's most convenient and cheapest?