Mother Nature delayed spring and summer, but retailers didn’t skimp on the seasonal goods. So once again, we have expanded the Material World column and compiled our annual end-of-the-season bargain-hunter’s guide. Some sales are for a limited time only and others are while quantities last. So shoppers, get on your marks, get ready, shop!
Accessories
Small Inc., 1635 E. 55th St., 312-667-5500 or 667-5825. Through Aug. 9, the installation of watch batteries was $5, now $2.50; Hedley Roma leather watch straps that were $6.95 to $49.95, now $4.17 to $29.97; and gold and silver jewelry repairs were $12, now $8.
Activewear
Chicago Tennis & Golf Co., 1880 W. Fullerton, 312-489-2999. Through Aug. 16, women’s Goretex rainsuits that were $325, now $199; unisex Balle de Match tennis T-shirts that were $15.99, now $7.99; men’s Sun Mountain windshirts that were $67, now $51.99; men’s Sun Ice rainsuits that were $125, now $104.99; and women’s Love 40 Collection tennis apparel that was $68, now $43.99.
Children’s goods
Children’s Gift Outlet, 195 Northfield Rd., Northfield, 847-441-5975. Through Aug. 15, handmade crib quilts that were $46, now $34.50; pullback toy limousines that were $3, now $1.50; custom monogrammed three-piece melamine dinner sets that were $16, now $8; and terrycloth bibs with sleeves that were $22, now $14.99.
Eyewear
Sun King Optical, 826 W. Armitage Ave., 312-975-7867; 44 E. Chicago Ave. 312-649-9110 ; 522 W. Dempster, Evanston, 847-864-5200. While supplies last, a sunglass sale features Revo Traveller Stanford that were $135, now $69; Ray Ban Austin Max that were $140, now $69; and Giorgio Armani 633 or 627 that were $200, now $145 each.
Fabric
Finn’s Fabrics by Dyllis, 113 N. Cook St., Barrington, 847-381-5020. Through Saturday, find polka-dot linen that was $29.98, now $6 per yard; silk print collection that was $29.98 to $79.98, now $12 per yard; winter wools and tapestries that were $29.98 to $229.98, now $23.98 to $183.98; polyester prints that were $12.98 to $29.98, now $6.49 to $14.99; and a collection of Vogue patterns that were $7.98 to $20, now $2.
Weavers Upholstery Fabrics, 6435 N. Proesel Ave., Lincolnwood, 847-673-6435. Through Aug. 16, this upholstery fabrics store has tapestries that were $35, now $17.50; jacquard and wovens that were $21, now $9.95; cotton plaids and stripes that were $21.50, now $10.25; and chenilles that were $35, now $17.50.
Food and drink
Q-Zeens, 2551 N. Elston Ave., 312-227-0005. Aug. 12-16 all frozen products, including packages of mini-pizzas, petite quiche and eggrolls, that were $9.25 to $26 will be $8.32 to $23.40 during a remodeling sale.
Sam’s Wine & Spirits, 1000 W. North Ave., 312-664-4394. Aug. 17 and 18, 100,000 bottles of wine and champagne will go on sale with reductions of 30 to 70 percent. Wines include Domaine Gros Grands Echezeaux 1989 that was $69.99, now $22.99; and Zind Humbrecht Clos Windsbuhl Riesling 1992 that was $31.99, now $8.99.
Garden wares
Ziggurat Architectural Ornamentals, 1702 N. Milwaukee Ave., 312-227-6290. Through Aug. 18, vintage ironworks and fencing that was $200 to $800, now $100 to $600; decorative garden bricks that were $10 to $40, now $5 to $30; and terra cotta garden ornaments that were $75 to $400, now $50 to $300.
Gifts
American Hands, 5311 N. Clark St., 312-728-4227. Aug. 9-11, this shop which sells American crafts, has a five-piece freight train by Joe Scott that was $27.50, now $20.63; ceramic-lidded jars by Andrew MacCorkindale that were $25, now $18.75; and metal “Tavern” puzzles by Tucker-Jones that were $13, now $9.75.
Elephants, 900 N. Michigan Ave., 312-280-8500. Thursday through Sunday, animal image cotton T-shirts that were $18.50 to $35, now $9.25 to $17.50; elephant-print cotton flannel pajamas that were $29.95 to $45, now $15 to $22.50; and a selection of stuffed animals that were $8 to $120, now $4 to $60.
Eximious of London, 201 Northfield Rd., Northfield, 847-446-8171. Aug. 14-17, Limoges boxes that were $73.50 to $225, now $18 to $125; men’s silk ties that were $42.50 to $49.50, now $15 to $29.50; and children’s stuffed toys and wooden puzzles that were $23.50 to $89.50, now $5 to $35.
Gateway to Santa Fe, 115 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, 708-386-2509. Through Aug. 20, Native American tapes and CDs that were $9.98 to $14.98, now $8.98 to $13.48; Southwestern flags that were $16.95, now $15.25; incense burners that were $6.95, now $6.25; kachinas that were $125, now $112.50; and medicine bags that were $8.50, now $7.65.
The Greater Crystal Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, 427 Virginia St., Crystal Lake, 815-459-1300. Through Friday, this Chamber of Commerce is selling historic throws depicting community landmarks that were $45, now $40.
Lill Street Gallery, 1021 W. Lill St., 312-477-6185. Aug. 17-18 this gallery is having its Brats & Pots end-of-summer sale featuring Ginko pottery that was $30 to $138, now $24 to $110; Naomi Kestenbaum ceramics that were $45 to $180, now $27 to $108; and handmade Altimira lamps that were $253 to $353, now $202 to $282.
Home furnishings
The Furniture Outlet, 931 W. Irving Park Rd., Itasca, 708-875-6280. Through Sunday, this furniture outlet store has sleeper sofas that retail for $1,833, here $599.99; home theater units that retail for $2,610, here $899.99; cocktail tables that retail for $1,125, here $199.99; and lamps that retail for $420, here $69.99.
Kitchen ware
Tutti Italia, 700 N. Michigan Ave., Level 5, 312-951-0510. Through Aug. 15, find handpainted Sardegna items including: round platters that were $48 to $140, now $33.60 to $98; bowls that were $48 to $90, now $33.60 to $63; handled bowls that were $32 to $65, now $22.40 to $45.50; and pitchers that were $12 to $25, now $8.40 to $17.50.
Menswear
Tessuti, 50 E. Oak St., 312-266-4949. Through Aug. 12, Pal Zileri wool suits that were $885 to $1,150, now two for one; Pal Zileri wool and silk jackets that were $650 to $825, now two for one; Italian silk ties that were $65 to $110, now three for $100; Pancaldi silk ties that were $95, now two for $95.
Worth & Worth, 208 S. La Salle St., 312-357-9500. Through Aug. 12, handwoven straw fedoras that were $35 to $155, now $24.50 to $124; Ivy or Gatsby summer cotton and linen caps that were $30 to $37.50, now $22.50 to $28.12; and Italian silk ties that were $25, now $17.50.
Music and videos
Elite, 400 W. Dundee Rd., Suite 16, Buffalo Grove, 847-537-6688. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 18, this retailer is closing out all remaining stock of factory-sealed compact discs and audio cassette tapes.
Men’s and women’s wear
Back Room, 8 E. Chestnut St., 312-664-3295. Through Saturday, find for women: Versace red and white pant set that was $1,875, now $198; Escada yellow vested pant set that was $1,185, now $249; Laurel peach cotton pant set that was $1,285, now $249; Renee Lezard white linen suit that was $985, now $129. For men: Versace sandals that were $485, now $189 to $240; and Hugo Boss suits that were $895 to $1,100, now $345 to $545.
Khaki, 1245 Chicago Ave., Evanston, 847-869-8090. Through Aug. 17, for women: Putumayo and Carol Anderson dresses that were $44 to $140, now $35.99 to $99.99; skirts, pants by Back East and Winter Sun that were $32 to $107, now $25.99 to $72.99; men’s shirts by Royal Robbins and Woolrich that were $30 to $49, now $24.99 to $39.99; and men’s and women’s hats and accessories that were $18 to $39, now $9.99 to $24.99.
Redman’s, 1161 S. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville, 847-362-4046. Aug 15-17 for men: Terzo Uomo and Cricketeer suits that were $450 to $615, now $89.99 to $295; Cricketeer, Cliftex and W. Sewell sportcoats that were $195 to $350, now $79.99 to $99.99; walking shorts that were $30 to $45, now $12.99 or two for $25. For tall women: Pendleton wool suits sizes 8 through 20 that were $225, now $74.99
Threads, 1400 N. Milwaukee, 312-276-6411. Aug. 9-18 this resale shop has silk and cotton tops that were $5 to $10, now $2.50 to $5; Levi’s, Guess and Gap jeans that were $5 to $15, now $2.50 to $7.50; suits for men and women that were $15 to $25, now $7.50 to $12.50; and dresses that were $8 to $15, now $4 to $7.50.
Ultimately Yours Resale, 2931 N. Broadway, 312-975-1581. Through Aug. 17, this resale shop is having an anniversary sale featuring men’s suits and blazers that were $125 to $185, now $75 to $125; and women’s suits and blazers that were $65 to $250, now $35 to $150.
Shoes
Avventura, Water Tower Place, 845 N. Michigan Ave., Level 4, 312-337-3700. Through Aug. 19, Lorenzo Banfi black suede slip-ons that were $235, now $149; R. Martegani black alligator sandals that were $1,050, now $525; Noreschi beige tassel loafers that were $245, now $99; and Avventura black slip-ons that were $235, now $99.
Sidewalk sale
Long Grove Merchants sidewalk sale will be held Saturday and Sunday, when more than 100 stores and restaurants in the historic village will offer savings up to 70 percent on antiques, apparel, gifts, home furnishings, jewelry, Christmas trimmings, dolls, housewares, pet supplies and specialty foods. Call 847-634-0888.
Women’s wear
Degage, 2246 N. Clark St., 312-935-7737. Through Aug. 12, Isabel Ardee jackets that were $270, now $80; Todd Oldham satin skirts that were $152, now $40; Parallel dresses that were $161, now $50; Vivienne Tam beaded blouses that were $185, now $40; and Elizabeth Wayman floral print chiffon garden dresses that were $215, now $50.
Erik Kent, 1732 Sherman Ave., Evanston, 847-475-0050. Through Saturday, silk cardigans that were $78, now $24.
Janis, 106 E. Oak st., 312-642-9444. Through Saturday, two-piece silk gabardine suits by Barbara Bui Peris that were $1,035, now $410; cotton and silk jersey separates that were $175, now $88; and Harriet Selwyn separates that were $355 to $450, now $125 to $180.
Kiki, 121 S. Cook, Barrington, 847-382-0025. Through Aug. 17, linen and rayon dresses that were $74 to $90, now $35 to $85; and dressy and casual sweaters that were $42 to $195, now $21 to $95; and belts that were $24 to $76, now $12 to $38.
Mary Walter, 650 N. Dearborn St., 312-266-1094. Through Aug. 19, dresses by Barbara Lesser that were $144, now $69.95; leather belts that were $88, now $49.95; Sanyo raincoats that were $258, now $129.95; and dresses by Rollie and YL that were $198, now $99.95.
Sassy’s Originals, 247 E. Lake St., Bloomingdale, 708-894-1395. Aug. 8-17, After 5 dresses that were $100 to $500, now $50 to $300; sportswear that was $50 to $150, now $25 to $80; and mother-of-the-bride dresses that were $150 to $500, now $50 to $250.
Women’s and children’s
Kavi, 2211 N. Elston Ave., 312-862-5284. Wednesday and Thursday noon to 7 p.m., find women’s sportswear for summer and fall that was $25 to $80, now $5 to $40; children’s sportswear that was $12 to $45, now $5 to $25; and a “mad rack” has fashions for $5.
Toys
C. Foster Toys, 36 E. Hinsdale Ave., Hinsdale, 630-323-2550. While quantities last, Little Tikes: playgrounds that were $450, now $399.99; activity gyms that were $209, now $179.99; twin slide tunnels that were $229, now $189.99; and small pools that were $31, now $23.99.
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