Women`s wear
931 West, 931 W. Belmont Ave., 312-549-1500. Through Jan. 15, find cotton sweaters from 525 and Nisha that were $58 to $90, now $29 to $45; wool blazers from Et Vous and Harris Wallace that were $185 to $295, now $99; short, pleated skirts were $55, now $29; Girbaud jeans were $60 to $75, now $49 to $59; Agnelli and Request jeans were $55, now $39; Tramp dresses were $75, now $39; Kenar quilted jackets were $140, now $59; off-the-shoulder cotton sweaters were $58, now $19 and shoes from Chinese Laundry and Sam & Libby were $35 to $75, now $18 to $38.
ACME Sales, 404 S. Wells St., 312-922-0096. Through Jan. 25, find: Oleg Cassini suits that were $250, now $85; Capacity two-piece outfits were $145, now $39; St. Remo dresses were $135, now $33; Lori Max dresses were $150, now $35; Alice Padrul knits were $500 to $800, now $55 to $85; two-piece sportswear outfits were $100, now $25; dresses and two-piece sets were $200 to $400, now $49 to $69; Hermes-inspired scarf jackets were $150, now $59 and separates were $75 to $150, now $10.
AGENDA, 300 W. Grand Ave., 1st fl., 312-644-3021. Through Jan. 18, find:
argyle and check separates in brown and green tones that were $150 to $170, now $55 to $85; Hermes-inspired scarf skirts and shawl sets were $170 to $220, now $60; rhinestone-accent blazers in plaid and charcoal were $220, now $80;
appliqued denim separates were $104 to $180; now $52 to $90; blue and fuchsia transitional separates were $100 to $140, now $50 to $70; selected wool jersey separates were $100 to $160, now $50 to $80; wool melton coats were $200 to $300, now $100 to $150 and appliqued pastel jackets and coordinates were $110 to $390, now $55 to $195. Check the mad rack for merchandise priced from $10 to $30.
Bagatelle Factory Direct, 70 E. Randolph St. 312-332-5544. Through Jan. 25, find: English lamb leather coats that were $995, now $399 to $499; suede dresses were $225, now $99 each or two-for-$160; wool blazers were $185, now $60 each or two-for-$100; lamb leather 3/4-length trench coats were $395, now $199; two-piece wool suits were $225, now $70; full-length leather trench coats were $495, now $299; suede shorts were $82, now $30 each or two-for-$50; leather jackets were $495 to $795, now $199 to $399; leather dressees were $495, now $150; suede blazers were $695, now $199; two-piece suede suits were $595, now $150 and biker jackets were $350 to $595, now $150 to $280.
Bellissimo, 4720 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn, 708-422-0095. Jan. 15 to 31, find Peggy Martin apparel that was $125 to $275, now $64.99 to $139.99; Caroline Rose fashions that were $128 to $238, now $64.99 to $139.99; Canvasbacks outfits were $106 to $248, now $54.99 to $124.99; Levante fashions were $108 to $248, now $54.99 to $124.99; N.R.I. separates were $218 to $268, now $109.99 to $134.99 and all accessories that were $12 to $228, now $6 to $114. Beosan Beosan Ltd., 2633 N. Halsted St., 312-296-1085. From 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday, this boutique which offers custom-made clothing and patterns and designer samples will offer all merchandise at 25 percent savings including: hand-painted Italian panne velvet jackets, coats and scarves by Chrysalis that were $150 to $800, now $112.50 to $600; hand-pieced jackets, blouses and evening-wear by Mary Ray were $125 to $800, now $93.75 to $600;
hand-woven body shawls, scarves and sashes by Cindy Oldin were $38 to $110, now $28.50 to $82.50; ”tie bags” by Marni Hils were $40, now $30; mix-and-match woolens by Soyong Lee were $200 to $650, now $150 to $487.50; hand-painted silk scarves and ensembles by Pam Relitz were $28 to $398, now $21 to $298.50; hand-painted and quilted jackets, coats and two-piece outfits by Michelle Sales $300 to $650, now $225 to $487.50; antique, unique and period jewelry by LeBouton was $14 to $75, now $10.50 to $56.25; Origami jewelry by Austin was $10 to $32, now $7.50 to $24; art, papier mache vessels, handmade and painted embellished baskets, jewelry, crocheted vests, funnel hoods and scarves by Itala were $25 to $275, now $18.75 to $206.25 and as-is or custom Walt Dyas silk, wool and cotton dresses, pants, blouses and jackets that were $131 to $287, now $98.25 to $215.25.
Blake, 2448 N. Lincoln Ave., 312-477-3364. While quantities last, find contemporary fashions by Anvers, Ghost, Dolce & Gabbana, Cheap and Chic, Chinatown, Kalinka, Dries Van Noten, Workers for Freedom, Gordon Henderson and Todd Oldham that were $55 to $1,235, now $38.50 to $617.50.
Bett`s, 678 Central Ave., Highland Park, 708-432-0338. Through Saturday, find Michael Simon sweaters that were $170, now $43; Peggy Martin dresses and jackets were $272 each, now $95; Kenar skirts, pants and jackets were $90 to $180, now $32 to $62; Platinum tops, skirts, jackets and jumpers were $70 to $172, now $25 to $60; Seattle Gear dresses were $240, now $72; Karen Perry dresses and jackets were $212 and $312, now $74 and $109 and Bagatelle leather suits were $620, now $217.
Body Electric, 857 W. Armitage Ave., 312-883-1700. Through Feb. 1, find workout wear by Dance France that was $42 to $80, now $25 to $48; leotards that were $28 to $40, now $17 to $24; We Be Bop fashions were $84, now $50;
bicycle tights were $26, now $15 and assorted sweats were $24 to $62, now $14 to $37.
Bottega Contessa, 106 E. Oak St., 312-944-0981. While quantities last, find: George Rech wool suits and coats that were $440 to $1,080, now $220 to $540; Plein Sud wool catsuits and blazers were $390 to $710, now $195 to $355; Chantal Thomass cocktail and casual apparel was $570 to $915, now $285 to $457; knitwear was $310, now $155 and Angelo Tarlazzi brocade, cocktail dresses and emsembles were $600 to $990, now $300 to $495.
Bridal Outlet, 6959 W. 111th St., Worth, 708-361-5644. Through Jan. 31, find sample designer bridal gowns, formal and informal wear that was $700 to $2,500, now $200 to $600; sample mother-of-the-bride, bridesmaid, graduation, prom and special occasion dresses that were $100 to $399, now $15 to $50 and dyeable shoes that were $35 to $48, now $10.
CMcE Outlet Store, 615 Sheridan Rd., Lake Bluff, 708-615-0735. This outlet is having its final closeout on 1991 winter samples featuring a large assortment of updated classics in cotton knit at 75 percent off retail;
regular prices were $40 to $200, now $10 to $50. Also find 100 percent cotton interlock and woven cotton fabric in fall colors and fine quality velour in vibrant colors that were $8 to $12, now $4 to $5 per yard.
CI-GNO Inc., 1650 W. Carroll Ave., 312-226-4446. This clothing manufacturing company is having a closeout on samples from all seasons including two-piece rayon and cotton suits and dresses that were $55 to $450, now $10 to $100 in sizes small to extra-large.
Classy Collection Inc., 3236 Glenview Rd., Glenview, 708-998-8899. Through Feb. 28 or while quantities last, find Tina Hagen three-piece pearl pant outfit that was $398, now $190; New Hero two-piece heavy cotton gauze pant outfit was $118, now $82.60; Yolanda three-piece, hand-painted silk skirt sets were $595, now $350; Sarah Arizona short sweaters were $54, now $43.20;
David Dart rayon pant sets were $215, now $150; Vintage button blazers were $110, now $75; Radar hand-painted boxes were $65, now $43 and Eaton bathing beauty art pieces were $250, now $150.
Clothes Minded, 3011 N. Broadway, 312-281-2555. While quantities last, find David Dart dresses and sportswear that were $49 to $118, now $29.40 to $69; cream corduroy pants were $72, now $43.20; Yle V silk blouses and silk suits were $62 to $150, now $43.40 to $105 and Sarah Arizona sweaters were $58 to $68, now $40.60 to $47.60.
Degage, 2246 N. Clark St., 312-935-7737. Through Jan. 15, find Isabel Ardee jackets that were $257, now $128.50; Zelda dresses were $256, now $128; Et Vous riding pants were $173, now $86.50; Nicole Miller suits were $450, now $225; David Dart jackets were $238, now $119 and Patricia Jones jackets were $270, now $135.
Designs by Ming/Possessions, 1543 N. Wells St., 312-644-1510. Through Jan. 15, find short jackets in stretch lace with velvet sleeves that were $165, now $95; velvet, hand-corded dress in silk and rayon was $185, now $90 and hand-beaded pocket handkerchief was $39, now $20.
Dion-Jones Ltd., Factory Outlet Store, 3226 S. Aberdeen St., 312-927-1113. Call for an appointment. Through Jan. 25, this large-size women`s clothing store has skirts and tops that were $130, now $50; trapeze rhinestone jackets were $250, now $75 and dresses were $220, now $90.
Eastern Wonders, 1312 Chicago Ave., Evanston, 708-491-1312. Through Jan. 25, find KayBee rayon shirts that were $31.99, now $22.39; Pearls rayon tops were $32.99 to $44.99, now $23.09 to $31.49; Shakti large-size outfits were $66.99, now $46.89; drawstring cotton pants were $24.99, now $19.99; Signature Silk raw silk jackets were $104.99, now $83.99 and selected rayon dresses that were $74.99, now $59.99.
Entre Nous, 21 E. Delaware St., 312-337-2919. Through January, find a Sonia Rykiel knit suit that was $285, now $150; a YSL skirt was $110, now $55; Bill Blass three-piece evening gown was $800, now $550; wool skirts and slacks were $30 to $100, now $10 to $60 and silk blouses were $20 to $85, now $10 to $40.
Hino & Malee, 50 E. Oak St., 312-664-7475. Through Jan. 30, find holiday wear chenille tunics that were $606, now $303; wool gabardine skirts, pants, jackets and dusters that were $151 to $442, now $75.50 to $221; wool jersey pants, tops and dresses were $201 to $488, now $100.50 to $244; merino wool separates were $123 to $173, now $61.50 to $86.50 and cotton quilted separates were $131 to $139, now $65.50 to $69.50.
Honey Girl, 108 N. York St., Elmhurst, 708-834-0981; 5127 Main St., Downers Grove, 708-968-3344; 25 S. Prospect St., Park Ridge, 708-823-6109; 206 E. Lincoln, DeKalb, 815-756-9529. Through Jan. 18, find apparel by Miss Erika, Liz Claiborne, Esprit, Carol Little, Karen Kane, Alfred Dunner, Guess and more including sweaters that were $21 to $56, now $11.99 to $31.99; blouses that were $17 to $49, now $9.99 to $26.99; skirts were $19 to $41, now $12.99 to $23.99; slacks were $15 to $54, now $8.99 to $30.99; jeans were $25 to $54, now $14.99 to $30.99; coordinates were $21 to $79, now $11.99 to $47.99;
designer sportswear was $47 to $193, now $26.99 to $108.99; petite fashions were $26 to $98, now $14.99 to $55.99; handbags were $10 to $49, now $4.99 to $26.99 and jewelry was $3 to $30, now 99 cents to $16.99.
IB Diffusion, Apparel Center, 350 N. Orleans St., Suite 170, 312-836-5148. Through January, find novelty sweaters from several seasons, some were $118, now $47, and tops were $98, now $39.
Jade Fashion Studios, 179 W. Washington St., Suite 335, 312-726-4392. Through Jan. 15, find apparel in cottons, blends, silks and wools such as:
blouses, that were $50 to $150, now $5 to $35; sweaters were $60 to $150, now $6 to $40; skirts were $75 to $220, now $7.50 to $50; jackets were $125 to $500, now $12.50 to $95; dresses were $90 to $325, now $9 to $70; scarves were $40 to $70, now $4 to $16; costume jewelry was $20 to $69, now $2 to $15 and slacks that were $75 to $200, now $7.50 to $50. Also find belts in leather, metals and synthetics that were $20 to $75, now $5 to $20 and hosiery that was $4.50 a pair, now 12 pairs for $36.
Lasting Impressions, 22 W. Chicago Ave., Naperville, 708-416-6226. Through Saturday, this specialty boutique has all clothing at 40 percent off and jewelry at 25 percent off including: Bellini raw silk jacquard sportswear that was $125, now $75; Jazznin and Kandaras appliqued two- and three-piece outfits were $94 to $192, now $56 to $115; Maralyce Ferree outerwear was $92 to $138, now $55 to $83; Tickets tapestry and chenille separates were $38 to $110, now $23 to $66; Sara Cavender metal mesh jewelry was $52 to $60, now $39 to $45 and semi-precious jewelry was $8 to $60, now $6 to $45.
MJ Carroll, 32 S. State St., 312-346-5163. Through Jan. 15, the entire collection of winter coats by J. Gallery and Laura Winston that were $100 to $360, now $50 to $180.
Minna Hart, 580 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, 708-446-7072. Through February or while quantities last, find Da Rue polyester blousons that were $110, now $55; Fleurette camel hair coats were $590, now $295; Junior Gallery down jackets were $160, now $80; Style 6 storm coats were $450, now $225; Ruff Hewn cotton twill slacks were $67, now $33 and Bonnie & Bill acrylic, polyester and cotton tops were $80, now $40.
The Missing Piece, 1839 W. North Ave., 312-278-7671. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Friday through Sunday , find handcrafted jewelry by local artisans such as Joan Clare Kubak that was $10 to $65, now $6 to $50; berets, caps and unisex hats by Chicagoan Zachary Ward of Zarewerk and other one-of-a-kind designs that were $35 to $80, now $15 to $60; vintage coats and blazers were $20 to $100, now $10 to $50; vintage holiday and other dresses were $20 to $70, now $10 to $40; vintage purses and other accessories were $10 to $30, now $1 to $15; costume jewelry was $10 to $30, now $5 to $20; handcrafted and designer clothing including dresses, jackets and shirts was $25 to $275, now $15 to $200 and miscellaneous Christmas items that were $10 to $100, now $3 to $75.
Nikki`s Boutique Ltd., 1855 W. Golf Rd., Schaumburg, 708-310-3223. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Through January, all after-five fashions by Jack Bryan, Kabala and Samir that were $85 to $525, now $49 to $315; career and casual wear by Stiles, Jez and Bardinella was $39 to $195, now $18 to $95 and jewelry, purses, scarves, belts and hats were $6 to $149, now $1.50 to $95.
On Impulse Boutique, 1035 Sterling Ave., Flossmoor, 708-798-7476. Through Feb. 28, find Karen Kane two- and three-piece rayon or cotton daytime outfits that were $178, now $110; two- and three-piece silk suitings from Knits by Helene were $350, now $175; Sara Arizona cotton sweaters were $68, now $34;
sweatsuits were $68 to $178, now $48 to $98; Gauzeling outfits were $134 to $250, now $78 to $175; Town & Travel blazers were $240, now $120; Michelle St. John two-piece cotton sets were $165, now $75; Sandy Starkman tops and beaded jackets were $260, now $130 and Michael Simon cotton sweaters were $175, now $50.
Pompian, 57 E. Oak St., 312-337-6604. Friday through Jan. 17, find Genny suits that were $1,500 to $2,000, now $700 to $900; Moschino coats and blazers that were $800 to $1,700, now $300 to $800 and Crisca sweaters and blazers were $200 to $800, now $100 to $350.
Pret, 1739 N. Damen Ave., 312-342-7738. Through January or while quantities last, find sweaters that were $26 to $60, now $13 to $30; dresses that were $42 to $150, now $10 to $75; wool blazers were $120 to $170, now $60 to $85; pants and skirts were $60 and $70, now $30 and $35; Pierre Cardin blouses were $54 to $58, now $26 to $29; silk scarves were $24 to $35, now all $12 and a large selection of jewelry including sterling and semi-precious items that were $6 to $75, now $3 to $35.
”Shop, Shop, Shop” from noon to 8 p.m. Jan. 16 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 17 at a Chicago designer sale conducted at Three Arts Club, 1300 N. Dearborn St., 312-944-6250. Participating designers will sell previous season, overstock, samples and one-of-a-kind pieces including: Grass Orchids hand-painted suede and leather sportswear that was $1,200 to $2,200, now $275 to $500 and coats, some fur trimmed, were $275 to $500, now $150; mother-of-the- bride dresses were $1,800 to $2,000, now $350 to $500 and hats, scarves and accessories were $120 to $250, now $40 to $100; Gianni by Jamie Louviere cotton and wool gabardine daytime separates were $70 to $300, now $25 to $125, holiday styles in satin, silk and chiffon were $150 to $600, now $50 to $250; dinner suits trimmed with lace and embroidery were $350 to $1,000, now $150 to $400; Anko appliqued jersey dresses and sportswear was $50 to $600, now $20 to $250; one-of-a-kind hand-woven coats in luxury yarns were $250 to $1,200, now $100 to $500; Christine Goldschmidt embellished boyfriend jackets were $180 to $390, now $90 to $195; jersey knit separates were $100 to $160, now $50 to $80 and wool melton unlined coats were $200 to $300, now $100 to $150; Kanae Ikai Italian stone-washed rayon fashions were $80 to $200, now $24 to $60 and Mansion`s Spring `90 linen and rayon collection was $150 to $350, now $45 to $105 and Bradley glitter and bead artist designed pins, earrings, bracelets, belts and bags were $80 to $300, now $35 to $80.
Sonia Rykiel, 106 E. Oak St., 312-951-0800. While quantities last, find:
matching crepe short swing jackets that were $1,080, now $648, camisole was $330, now $198 and classic pant was $720, now $432; wool wrap sweater jacket was $980, now $588 and matching skirt was $340, now $204 and velour quilted long jacket was $340, now $204 and matching classic pant was $170, now $102.
Studio 222, 222 W. Ontario St., 312-943-9119. Through Jan. 30, find MJ Ernst leather coats that were $650 to $1,200, now $425 to $700; MJ Ernst painted suede separates that were $125 to $750, now $30 to $375 and MJ Ernst suede belts that were $80, now $35; Renana V Designs` semi-precious stone jewelry was $40 to $80, now $15 to $40 and various beads and stones that were $1 to $10, now 50 cents to $5.
