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Shop Talks With Lora:

Shop Talk With Lora

Shop Talk With Lora

Monthly on-site interviews with Lora's favorite local boutique owners and designers. Helping you put a face to the brands we love. Asking fun questions to get to know the women who help me help you make your wardrobe dreams come true. :)

Shop Talk Episode 1:  Hubba-Hubba

Shop Talk Episode 1: Hubba-Hubba

In the very first episode Lora talks with Jen from Hubba-Hubba located in Wilmette. We do a deep dive into the brand Hubba-Hubba and highlight our favorite pieces currently available for winter.

Shop Talk Episode 2: Squasht

Shop Talk Episode 2: Squasht

In this episode Lora talks with Leslie from Squasht Boutique located in Ukrainian Village. We do a deep dive into the clothing brand Squasht, have a major love fest and highlight our favorite pieces currently available for Dopamine Dressing.

Shop Talk Episode 3: Londo Mondo

Shop Talk Episode 3: Londo Mondo

The third episode of 2025 is up! In this episode Lora talks with Donna from Londo Mondo a shop she has worked with for many years located on Michigan Ave. Lora and Donna explore the fun on trend clothing, and everything chic Londo Mondo has to offer. Perfect for year around vacations, and the city gal.

LORA'S FAVORITES

Our favorite local Chicago boutiques, designers, photographers, beauty and beyond.

Where to buy the perfect gift?

How to host the perfect party?

Where to get your glam on?

and of course, the quintessential...

Where to shop for the best clothing locally?

From start to finish we've rounded up our very favorite partners!

This page is dedicated to all of the amazing local brands that we have the honor of partnering with.

Tried and true brands that we adore.

Curated wardrobe with stylish outfits by Shopping Girl XOXO, personal stylist in Chicago.
Curated wardrobe with stylish outfits by Shopping Girl XOXO, personal stylist in Chicago.

Chicago Boutiques:

 

Hubba-Hubba

Londo Mondo

The LBD Etc.

Genevieve

A’Pied

The Denim Lounge

Love Charlie

Cinnamon

Chicago Designers:

Wulfka

Squasht

Sophia Reyes

Katie Farnan

Grace + Ivory

Niczka

Production Mode

Inspira

Bhav

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Chicago Accessories Designers:

Ally Shoes

Bella Colletta

Indi Pendant

Brynn Capella

Plastic Beach

Found Objects

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Local Designers Beyond Chicago:

Another Tomorrow

Vajze

Beltshazzar Jewelry

Geek Chic

Yellow Cake Shop

Caprice Decadent

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Glam:

Jwade Studio

Artistry Like BAM

Elevare MD

Emerald Lashes

Couture Nail and Waxing

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Photographers:

Lisa Kay Photography (branding)

Lisa Kathan Photography (branding)

Jookie Photography (family)​​

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Planning A Party:

A Pretty Flower - Flowers

Village Sweets - Sweet Treats

Gouda and Ganash - Charcuterie

Nerissa B.Modern Calligraphy - Customization

Alterations:

Zan Atelier

Clothing Donation:

Shop For Good Wilmette

Little Wardrobe Essentials:

Hairbands for thick hair

Jockey skimmies

Non-bra Bra

Second Hand Luxury:

Stella and Polly Thrift

Lora LaPratt holding 'XO' sign, Chicago personal stylist at Shopping Girl XOXO.
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