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Holiday store window displays

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for these downtown Chicago store windows.

By Kevin Aeh
Published: November 29, 2012

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Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at BHLDN on Walton St.
Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Louis Vuitton on Michigan Avenue.
Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Macy's on State Street.
Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Ralph Lauren on Michigan Avenue.
Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Sofia on Walton St.
Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Urban Outfitters on Rush St.
Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Zara on Michigan Avenue.
  • Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at BHLDN on Walton St.

    BHLDN (8 E Walton St, 312-573-2573)
    Wedding wear and accessories are a big focus of this boutique chain, but many of the dresses featured here can work for any special occasion. We’re also enjoying the homemade snowflakes hanging in the window.
    We’d break the window for
    Both of those red dresses just scream Christmas cheer, don’t you think?

    Photo: Allison Williams405.sh.ss.ws.Holiday.BHLDN.jpgChicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at BHLDN on Walton St. 158927161
  • Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Louis Vuitton on Michigan Avenue.

    Louis Vuitton (919 N Michigan Ave, 312-944-2010)
    This Mag Mile boutique never disappoints with its creative displays. The Vuitton folks aren’t going overboard this holiday season, instead focusing on a 1970s-esque vibe with muted tones and a lot of gold.
    We’d break the window for
    We have a feeling those gold, textured pants would look good on anyone.

    Photo: Allison Williams405.sh.ss.ws.Holiday.LouisVuitton.jpgChicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Louis Vuitton on Michigan Avenue.158927212
  • Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Macy's on State Street.

    Macy’s (111 N State St, 312-781-1000)
    Parading past the holiday windows at Macy’s State Street location is a holiday tradition for many Chicagoans. This year’s theme is “The Magic of Christmas” and follows the holiday traditions started when the store was called Marshall Field’s.
    We’d break the window for
    These windows sure do make us crave a meal in the Walnut Room under the huge holiday tree.

     

    Photo: Allison Williams405.sh.ss.ws.Holiday.Macys.jpgChicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Macy's on State Street.158927263
  • Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Ralph Lauren on Michigan Avenue.

    Ralph Lauren (750 N Michigan Ave, 312-280-1655)
    The Great Gatsby
    movie might’ve been pushed back until next year, but you can still get your 1920s Deco fix via this window display. We’re digging all the winter whites.
    We’d break the window for
    Nothing says elegant holiday party like a pair of elbow-length cocktail gloves.

     

    Photo: Allison Williams405.sh.ss.ws.Holiday.RalphLauren.jpgChicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Ralph Lauren on Michigan Avenue.158927314
  • Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Sofia on Walton St.

    Sofia (100 E Walton St, 312-640-0878)
    This local boutique’s new space has more of a grown-up feel to it, and the window reflects that. These mannequins are dressed to go to a sophisticated holiday party.
    We’d break the window for
    The black lace dress is perfect for an upscale family gathering.

    Photo: Allison Williams405.sh.ss.ws.Holiday.Sofia.jpgChicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Sofia on Walton St. 158927365
  • Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Urban Outfitters on Rush St.

    Urban Outfitters (935 N Rush St, 312-640-1919)
    It’s like Noah’s ark is throwing a holiday party with the cutouts of a pig, deer, birds and other animals.
    We’d break the window for
    We’ve been seeing a lot of camo pants recently. We’re okay with this trend.

     

    Photo: Allison Williams405.sh.ss.ws.Holiday.UrbanOutfitters.jpgChicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Urban Outfitters on Rush St. 158927416
  • Chicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Zara on Michigan Avenue.

    Zara (700 N Michigan Ave, 312-255-8123)
    This Spanish chain’s windows always veer on the classy side, with a subtle touch of garland in the corner.
    We’d break the window for
    See that guy on the box? We think we just found our New Year’s outfit.

     

    Photo: Allison Williams405.sh.ss.ws.Holiday.Zara.jpgChicago 11/16/12A view of the holiday window display at Zara on Michigan Avenue.158927467

BHLDN (8 E Walton St, 312-573-2573)
Wedding wear and accessories are a big focus of this boutique chain, but many of the dresses featured here can work for any special occasion. We’re also enjoying the homemade snowflakes hanging in the window.
We’d break the window for
Both of those red dresses just scream Christmas cheer, don’t you think?

Photo: Allison Williams

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