LAKEVIEW — Holiday shopping in Lakeview is a cake walk.
The neighborhood is crawling with trendy gift shops and locally owned businesses. A simple stroll down Southport or an afternoon visit to North Broadway will yield everything you need this holiday.
Whether it's your boss (how about some Koval single barrel whiskey?) or your best friend (those gorgeous books from Foursided are rad), we scoured Lakeview for the perfect gifts for everyone in your life. Thank us later.
Throw Pillows from Frankie's
Who wouldn't want to cuddle up with these giant pillows? Get the cupcakes for $48, the hedgehog for $30 or a poop emoji pillow for $18 at Frankie's, 3708 N. Southport Ave.
K. Hall Studio Gift Box from U.S. Apothecary
U.S Apothecary, 3451 N. Southport Ave., has tons of gifts to choose from. Get four-for-one in this gift box for $39, which includes shea butter cream, shea butter soap, perfume and a candle.
Brynn Capella Convertible Lauren Bag from Spare Parts
A good purse is hard to find, so why not get one that can be worn six different ways? Find it at Spare Parts, 2949 North Broadway. If the $298 price is a little steep, there are lots of other options for the thrifty shopper, too.
Dresses from Taboo Tabou
These dresses from Taboo Tabou, 3228 N. Clark St., will make any girl the belle of the Christmas ball. Get them from $85-$89.
Star Wars Pop! Bobbleheads from Chicago Comics
"Star Wars" is back, baby, and your little Jedi will adore these Pop! Star Wars bobbleheads ($12.99). Find them at Chicago Comics, 3244 N. Clark St. along with dozens of others, from Harry Potter to "Frozen."
Ornate Books from Foursided
A well put-together bookshelf can be an apartment's crowning glory, so help your friend jazz it up with these gorgeously decorated classic books. Get "Anne of Green Gables" or "Heidi" for $16, or pick up "Anna Karenina" or "The Odyssey" for $22.
'Oliver the Ornament' from Candyality
Written by one of Lakeview's own, "Oliver the Ornament" is the adorable children's book about a feisty little ornament with a heart of gold. While you can get the boxed gift set that includes an Oliver of your very own for $29.95 on their website, it's also available at Candyality, 3737 N. Southport Ave., or at Roscoe Books and Little Threads in Roscoe Village.
Board Games from Chicago Comics
Board games are fun as all heck, and Chicago Comics, 3244 N. Clark St., has plenty of options, from Settlers of Catan to six expansion packs for Cards Against Humanity. With options from $8-$60, there's something for every player.
Koval Whiskey from Bar Pastoral
If there are three things hipsters love, it's exclusivity, locally-made products and whiskey. Enter: Koval's organic, single barrel whiskey. While the Koval Distillery is in Uptown, you can get their millet and four-grain whiskeys at Bar Pastoral, 2945 North Broadway for $45-56.
Old-Fashioned Glass from Persona
Whiskey-lovers know what it's like to have a bad day, and the only thing that can fix it is a stiff drink. This glass definitely measures up, and you can get it at Persona, 1347 W. Waveland Ave.
Chicago Ornaments from Foursided
Show your North Side pride all winter with a baseball ornament, ($14.25), a Cubs snowman ($9.50) or a Chicago heart ($13.50) at Foursided, 2958 N. Clark St.
Cool Chicago from Persona
Written by a Chicago guide, "Cool Chicago" has a range of hot spots captured in gorgeous photos. Get it for $22.95 at Persona, 1347 W. Waveland Ave.
Must Have Necklaces from Inkling
Who doesn't love Chicago swag? Whether a recent transplant or a lifelong Chicagoan, your pal can show love for the Windy City with Must Have necklaces found at Inkling, 2917 North Broadway, for $12. We spotted similar necklaces at Foursided and Frankie's, too.
Chicago Artwork from Art de Triumph
Walking into Art de Triumph, 2938 N. Clark St., is like a mini trip around the world. Nancie King Mertz has painted sights from Ireland to Italy, and the Chicago-based artist has captured the Windy City a dozen times over. Get a miniature Art Institute lion for $60 or smaller versions for $15. Prints start at $45 and paintings from $500.
Neighborhood Hats from Foursided
Every good Chicagoan knows how to stay warm during the winter, so why not celebrate your 'hood at the same time? Get neighborhood hats for $27 at Foursided, 2958 N. Clark St.
Sexy Candles from Waxman Candles
There's nothing sexier than the scent of, well, sexy. Get these double strength scents along with more traditional options like apple spice and wilderness for $15-$27 at Waxman Candles, 3044 N. Lincoln Ave.
SFG Multi Tool from Inkling
With 16 functions in the multi-tool or 11 in the card-sized survival tool, these SFG Utility products would make even Ron Swanson swoon. Get them for $24 and $14 at Inkling, 2917 North Broadway.
Cufflinks and Accessories from Spare Parts
Dapper cufflinks are priced around $36 at Spare Parts, 2949 North Broadway. There's also a decent selection of designs, in addition to a couple bracelets, wallets and other sharp accessories.
Cattoos from Red Balloon
Cattoos. What more needs to be said? Get 40 for $12.95 at Red Balloon, 3651 N. Southport Ave.
Cat/Dog Backpacks from The Alley
The only thing cuter than these backpacks are ones containing actual puppies and kitties. Unfortunately, no one was selling those. Get the cat pack ($52.95) or the doggie bag ($44.95) at The Alley, 3228 N. Clark St.
Dog Ties from Dog-a-holics
Don't let your pup look less than his best this Christmas. Get Huxley and Kent ties ($12.99), Chicago flag collars ($30) and Chicago Bears sweater vests ($30) at Dog-a-holics, 3657 N. Southport Ave.
Stocking Stuffer: Cats! Cats! Cats! Socks from Inkling
Let your cat-lover's inner monologue free with these cute socks from Inkling, 2917 North Broadway.
Lux Building Kits from Red Balloon
Billed as the toy block for the 21st century, Lux Blox don't come with instructions, and their nature-inspired design leaves tons of room for the imagination. Plus, they were invented in Galesburg, Illinois. Get an 88-piece set for $34 or 200 pieces for $74 at Red Balloon, 3651 N. Southport Ave.
"Be The Maker" Puppet Kit from Inkling
Not only are these Kate + Levy puppets absurdly cute, but the waste-free kit makes them fun for kids to assemble. Recommended for ages 7 and up, you can get these puppet kits for $26 at Inkling, 2917 North Broadway.
My Little Piano from Red Balloon
Your little Mozart can start composing symphonies on this cheerful red piano. Find it at Red Balloon, 3651 N. Southport Ave., for $98.50.
Stocking Stuffer: Compartes Chocolate Bars from Inkling
With flavors like doughnuts and coffee and biscotti hottie, you will have to fight the urge to wrench these Compartés Gourmet chocolate bars from your offspring's hands. Get them for $10 at Inkling, 2917 North Broadway.
Cheese Plate Kit from Bar Pastoral
If your favorite hosts bring their A-game with every party, wow them with a cheese board and accessories from Bar Pastoral, 2945 North Broadway. Start with a Brooklyn Slate cheese board ($27 or $33) and add-on cheese utensils ($10-15) and tasty morsels from around the store.
Make-Your-Own Terrarium from Inkling
Terrariums are the new pet rock, and these make-your-own kits ($18) are a great way to get in on the trend. Alternatively, there's also a DIY terrarium bar at Inkling, 2917 North Broadway, with orbs for $10-16 and add-ons like plants and sea urchins for $1.50-$12.
Booze Bottle Candles from Inkling and The Alley
Turns out, there's room for more than one candle company that recycles bottles for soy wax candles. You can find the Chicago Candle Factory [left] at The Alley, 3328 N. Clark St., for $8-$28, or get the Chicago Candle Company candles for $20-30 at Inkling, 2917 North Broadway. Rumor has it there is a Malort candle out there, but they get scooped up fast.
Michonne action figure from Chicago Comics
If your favorite fan of "The Walking Dead" doesn't already have this 10-inch Michonne figurine, there's no better gift. Find it and smaller versions of your favorite zombie slayers for $16-$30 at Chicago Comics, 3244 N. Clark St.
Christmas candles from Waxman Candles
If your pal loves candles more than Jennifer from "Scream Queens," your one-stop shop is Waxman Candles, 3044 N. Lincoln Ave. Molded holiday candles start at $7.50, but there's also Chicago-themed candles, including votives with neighborhood-specific scents (Boystown, for example, smells like buff, sexy and drakkar, while Wrigleyville is a combo of wintergreen and leather).
Flip Belt from Fleet Feet Sports
Where's the joy in running if you're constantly worried about dropping your phone or losing things from your pocket? Get your road runner the Flip Belt ($28.99) from Fleet Feet Sports, 3359 N. Southport Ave., and those worries will disappear.
