If you’re not finished with holiday shopping yet, there’s a great event in Chicago this Thursday featuring eco-fashion brands Frei Designs, Mohop and Mountains of the Moon. And if dresses, jackets, jewelry or shoes aren’t on your shopping list, maybe you’ll be interested in checking out eco-friendly paint or consulting services from Colori–where the event will be held. I’ll definitely be stopping in! Details are in the flyer above, or click here for more information.

A few other Chicago independent retailers I like for gifts:

Post 27, 1819 West Grand Avenue: Mid century modern furniture and home goods with a mix of new eco items and locally made artists works. I can spend hours in here, but it won’t take you long to see there are a ton of great gift options.

Green Grocer, 1402 West Grand Avenue: Buying foodstuffs or a nice bottle of wine is a great gift option when the person is hard to buy for, you’re looking for lower price points or maybe you just want something fun to add to a larger gift. Stop at Green Grocer for organic and local treats that anyone will appreciate.

Permanent Records, 1914 West Chicago Avenue: I really like the idea of supporting local music shops and Permanent is a great one. Sure, iTunes gift cards might be nice and easy and used by everyone. But there’s something great about going to a shop and listening to music, seeing the staff picks, petting the cute cat and then buying a physical cd.

Eco Scenes category: These entries share upcoming events with a focus on learning about creating more sustainable communities and lifestyles. The point is to do more than “be seen on the scene.” Engage with others, take valuable information away, and use it to make positive changes in your life and others.

1. Love Bottles – Water bottles made from recycled glass. So cute, we’ve started drinking more water just to use ours. $14-18

2. Wooden Bangles – Made by hand in Argentina and as featured in this month’s Lucky magazine. $35-54

3. The Lazy Environmentalist by Josh Dorfman – Great book for the new green consumer on your list. $14.95

4. Cardboardesign Coasters – Fun coasters made from recycled cardboard. $22

5. Soy Candles – Made locally in Naperville in yummy scents like kumquat and pomegranate. $19

6. Fauna Onesies – Organic cotton onesies with cool animal prints. $35

7. Mayu Alpaca Hats – Super warm and cozy slouchy hats. $65

8. Maggie’s Organic Tights – Every girl needs solid warm tights for winter. $23-27

9. Ruby Zaar Organic Cotton Scarves – Available in several great colors and are truly seasonless. $48

10. Cotton & Jute Slippers – Made with fair trade labor these slip ons are great for both men & women and are on sale for just $12!

11. Palma Collection Earrings – Colorful accents for any outfit made with the tagua nut. $18-28

12. Toggery Organic Cotton Tanks – Available in black, gray, red, green & blue. Great layering basics that everyone can use. $38

13. Josh Jakus Felted Eggflat – A unique take on a fruit bowl. $31-58

14. Ashley Watson Card Holder – Made from recycled leather these cardholders are great unisex gifts. $22

15. St. Kilda Do No Harm Rings – Simple & super sweet silver rings with the words ‘do no harm’ engraved. $65

And there’s more! Stop in and visit, or give us a call. We can send you images and we ship anywhere!