Get your shopping shoes on because it's time to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the 900 Shops. On Saturday, October 18th the 900 Shops on Michigan Avenue are featuring all-day sales and specials. Paired with free food, entertainment, and music, and you've got a shopping paradise. There's so much going on that it's even ok to spill the secret to the tourists.

October 18th is a shopping day not to be missed.

 

 

Where: The 900 Shops, 900 North Michigan Avenue

When:  Saturday, October 18th, 2008, 10 AM -7 PM

 

What: In-store promotions, DJ entertainment, raffle prizes, free food sampling from Frankie's Pizza, America's Dog, King Café Gourmet and Go, and more.

 

 

We've gone ahead and chosen our favorite fall/holiday products from a few of the participating stores. Because the less time you spend searching, the more free stuff you can get!

 

 

receive a gift with any Cole Haan handbag purchase

 

 

 

20% off the entire store including sale items; Charles David gift card raffle valued at $200; Light refreshments will be served throughout the day; All buying customers will walk out with a reusable Charles David Eco tote.

 

 

receive a free 4-piece box, when you spend $30 at ethel's Chocolate Lounge ($6 value).

 

 

Special exclusive item (TBD)

 

 

Mario Tricoci will be offering sample services throughout the day including chair massages, mini-facials, pumpkin hand treatments, and makeup touch-ups ; r eceive a complimentary Custom Blended Lipstick of choice (valued at $25) when you schedule any future service.

 

 

$20 off full-price shoes; 10% off one full price item; 15% off full price item for first-time shoppers; Water and apple cider for clients; Prosecco and aperitivo served throughout store.

 

 

 

 

* * SPECIAL BONUS DEAL * *

On top of the in-store offers and more, The 900 Shops will offer a ‘900 Shops $20 Gift Card' with any purchases made on Saturday, October 18th totaling $100 or more. Customers can bring their receipts of $100 or more and redeem their gift card at the 6th Floor Concierge Desk. This offer is valid for the first 500 customers, one per customer only.

 

 

Contributor | Stephanie Niedospial

 

Stephanie has spent the past three years working with local fashion designers and retailers. She’s well-versed when it comes to Chicago fashion.

 

Stephanie also writes for Venus Zine and World of Luxury.  Her blog, ScotchandPlaid.com, highlights her passion for menswear.

 

Visit her at Guise Chic in Lincoln Park where she’ll be working on styling and sales.