Chicago, IL.

Art Effect LTD

User Reviews of Art Effect LTD

Yelp.com Review - by Anne V.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this store. I just wish that it was a little bit more affordable for my college student budget!!!
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Kaitlin S.

4.0 of 5 stars. This place is definitely one of my favorites to peruse but tends to be a little more expensive than what I feel like spending. They do have some random pieces that are fun and not gut wrenchingly...
yelp.com - user review - 04/29/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Robyn T.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you're looking for a unique birthday, wedding, baby, bat mitzah or housewarming gift this is the place. They have a lovely assortment of clothes and gifts. High end items and more affordable...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by tricia d.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place! It has a little bit of everything--clothes, jewelry, random books and gifts, kitchen stuff, etc. It's great for finding gifts for friends or picking up something new and different...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Candice G.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this place for their unique items... specifically jewelry. I got a rockin' gold rhino necklace here for a very nominal price. They carry Me & Ro (love!) along with an infinite number of the fun...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Julia W.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of my favorite stores in the city. Easy location, right off the Armitage brown line, in Lincoln Park. They always have a wide selection of knick knacks, jewelry, decor and kitchen items to choose...
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Helena B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Easily my favorite store in Lincoln Park. Art Effect is the perfect stop for quirky gifts for coworkers & knick knacks to adorn my own home and workplace. They have a ton of smaller things:...
yelp.com - user review - 03/07/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Allie B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I wish I could do 3.5 stars. This is a great place to buy nice gifts for people. They carry a TON of stuff - kitchen, bath, baby, clothes, jewelry, etc., so you really can find something for everyone....
yelp.com - user review - 02/20/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Claire S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I could have spent all day in this store! I was on the hunt for a birthday gift for my best friend and thought to stop into Art Effect. The salesperson greeted me right away and after a few minutes...
yelp.com - user review - 02/04/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Kay S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Such a cute little shop to browse and only recently have I purchased anything from here. I love Dogeared jewelry (www.dogeared.com) and wanted to get a piece for a friend as a going away gift...only I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/06/2009
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Leigh K.

3.0 of 5 stars. Art Effect was fun to browse, but I feel like there wasn't too much stuff I would actually purchase for a friend or family member. Lots of gifty stuff, but nothing that really hopped out in my mind as...
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Crystal P.

4.0 of 5 stars. I Love this store!!! If you are ever looking for some creative gifts, they have them. I bought some items last week as presents so i won't spoil it on here but in the past I have gotten some cute...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Liz B.

4.0 of 5 stars. If you've ever been to Pylones in NY, multiply it by 4. This place has EVERYTHING, and makes it all a little bit cuter. Stationary becomes more fun, tea becomes more fancy, luggage tags become more...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Hannah Y.

3.0 of 5 stars. This store is a cute place to stop by when you're in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. While the employees are stationed at each corner of the store, making sure you don't drop or steal anything, they...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Gina L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Crap. It's so hard to pass up and so easy to spend an hour in this place!!Like many reviews have said, Art Effect is perfect for unique gift ideas when places like Crate and Barrel and the Body Shop...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by amanda g.

4.0 of 5 stars. I loved the things in here, but I thought the prices were a little high and I didn't find the staff the least bit helpful. Check out their site before you go for an idea of what they carry. One half...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by lesley s.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is one of my favorite shops in Lincoln Park -- perfect if you are in need of a gift, although you're likely to find something you want as well. It's so fun to browse through all the different...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Krista G.

1.0 of 5 stars. I used to shop here when I lived nearby. I thought they had some cute inventory. I went there this past weekend and was carrying my very small dog in a purse carrier - I WAS TOLD TO LEAVE! They...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by brittany s.

4.0 of 5 stars. I definitely love browsing in Art Effect. I'm not a big fan of all the kitscy items and gadgets, but they do have some very cute stuff if that's what you are into. They carry some Alessi, Jonathan...
yelp.com - user review - 08/24/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by sayward s.

3.0 of 5 stars. I like the store. Cute stuff. Kitchen and home gadgets galore! Quite a lot of unique gift items as well! The clothes are nothing to special...kinda boring...plain and simple...prices are about middle...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lauren G.

3.0 of 5 stars. Kitschy decor, plain (I consider it boring) clothing, some amazing jewelry.Perfect for fans of crafts, quirky gifts, hip bakers, and useless gadgets.Some of this stuff is overpriced however...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Amy L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love the fun and unique things I find in this store. Some of it is quite expensive, but some of it is quite cheap! I am thinking of going there today to pick out something fun for my ma for Mother's...
yelp.com - user review - 05/04/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Noni a.

3.0 of 5 stars. Love their kitchen/home stuff, but the clothes are kind of boring. The staff treats you like a shoplifter. I used to buy lots of hostess and birthday gifts here until I got sick of being treated like...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Kathy R.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is one of those stores where the workers eye you (and don't ask if you need help) until you start touching stuff and then it's a not-so-friendly "Can I help you with that?" Aside from the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Purnima M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Awesome, awesome store. If I was starting with an empty slate, I would love to fill my home with things almost exclusively from Art Effect. They manage to combine the quirky with the tasteful almost...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Mari K.

5.0 of 5 stars. "Cute, little post-its, and hand-knitted mittens. Outfits and candles- these things make me smitten. Kitchen accessories, gadgets and bling. These are a few of my favorite things." -sung to the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Catherine W.

4.0 of 5 stars. Love this shop. I'm not in the Lincoln Park area all that often but whenever I am, I make a point to stop in here. Such a unique layout, not too cluttered or hard to find things. And the items are...
yelp.com - user review - 03/20/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Leang E.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love all the creative items here! You can find some truly unique gifts that will make a statement. I saw some Rosanna dish sets that had beautiful pictures of different types of wine. I was so...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by shaina v.

4.0 of 5 stars. I wish I could afford to shop here!!!! Well, I can afford a few of their smaller items, but I want those dresses...They have very tasteful unique items. This is a superb place to find a gift....
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jessica L.

4.0 of 5 stars. LOTS. OF. STUFF.A cool quirky store but a bit on the pricey side. They have some clothes, lots of jewelry, art, candles, random gifts, tableware. The perfect store to head to when you need a gift for...
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Denise P.

4.0 of 5 stars. Even though I rarely buy anything when coming to this store, I can't help but browse around it at least once a month. There's something about the quirky items that you may be able to find at 10-12...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Mickey A.

3.0 of 5 stars. Great store for gift giving....or for yourself if you find yourself distracted with all the little things browsing around. It's busy on the weekends, and that kind of makes it difficult to look...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by J L.

4.0 of 5 stars. They've got a ton of cute stuff, much of it reasonably priced. (Public Service Announcement, they've got a killer jewelry sale going on right now). Runs the gamut from clothes to calendars, from...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Carrie M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Art Effect is a gift giver's paradise whether you're looking for something for a bridal shower gift to a housewarming. You're going to find it here. The store is a visual gift feast of frames, lists,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lisa M.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a unique and fun boutique with an eclectic selection of clothing, jewelry and novelty items. They almost always have really cute and fun tops by Sweet Pea and sweaters by Orla Kiely.My sole...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by mindy m.

4.0 of 5 stars. I pretty much decided to do all my holiday, wedding and birthday gift shopping here a couple of years ago. I realized I was going all over the place only to end up at Art Effect and find the perfect...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Julia W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Sweet Jesus, this store will be the death of my pocketbook.I LOVE Art Effect. It's a really wonderful spot to visit when you need a gift. I would say it's more of a girly shop, but I'm not...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Dane K.

4.0 of 5 stars. With Christmas right around the corner, it's time to start thinking about gift shopping... went in here and though I refuse to shop for Christmas gifts in November, I think I could have done my...
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Chibi Q.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love visiting this adorable shop everytime I come to Chicago! It's a great gift shop on one side with cute trinkets for the home, notecards, and jewelry. On the other side are some clothes and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/16/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by j. d.

4.0 of 5 stars. Art Effect is pretty cool.I recently stopped in on my way to the nearby Argo (yes, Argo Tea & I are officially on a first name basis now), 'cause I was looking for a new way to procrastinate during...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Amanda D.

4.0 of 5 stars. It's A Toy Store for Adults! Or so it felt...I went in Art Effect for the first time this weekend and LOVED it. I could have spent hours browsing the myriad of different things they have. I bought...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by meredith H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Art Effect is an awesome place to go, whether you have a specific purpose or just want to look at fun things. I love the aesthetic and it can feel like you are looking through someones closet or trunk...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by tristin m.

4.0 of 5 stars. What a cute store! You walk in and are surrounded by housewares in the front half and then clothing and beautiful jewelry fills the other half! It was so exciting to see that they carried jewelry...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Julie P.

3.0 of 5 stars. This store has great merchandise. I love everything they sell. So why only three stars?The merchandise is overpriced and the sales people are either intense or invisible.Not all the time, but often I...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Dana H.

5.0 of 5 stars. What a wonderful feast for your eyes...it is not to be missed. It is like a Willy Wonka factory for shopaholics! I could browse all day...this places sells everything from kitchen accessories to...
yelp.com - user review - 08/20/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jenny A.

4.0 of 5 stars. Holy impulse buys, Batman!I am incapable of walking into this store without buying at least something. The following have been ABSOLUTELY NECESSARY purchases:argyle file folderssticky notes that say...
yelp.com - user review - 07/20/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Stacey A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I want to buy every single thing in this store, even if I don't need it, which is often the case.I don't need 8 different serving platters and their corresponding knives and such. I don't need kitchen...
yelp.com - user review - 07/19/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Erin H.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went to Art Effect last week to buy cool and interesting (but also useful) gifts for my cousin and my friend, and within two minutes my hands were full of options. Everything there smells good,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Crafty K.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is probably my #1 shop when I'm looking for a gift for someone. They have a huge variety of items here...housewares, candles, lotions, great kitchen gadgets, plates, decorative bowls, odd toys,...
yelp.com - user review - 05/18/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer H.

5.0 of 5 stars. I want to move into Art Effect. I'm not kidding. They have everything I could possibly need! Beautiful jewelry, fun clothing, awesome cookbook selection, cute cards and most importantly, a section of...
yelp.com - user review - 05/13/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sharon R.

4.0 of 5 stars. A little pricey, but you can always find a nice gift within budget. I only visit when I happen to be in the neighborhood. Nice overall selection. Plenty to choose from and well rotated inventory.
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Stacy S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great one stop shop. Definitely where I turn when I have to get a gift (yes, usually last minute) and I have no idea what to buy. Very fun browsing and there is something for everyone on your...
yelp.com - user review - 04/18/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Missy M.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is a great store for gifts! They have the BEST candles (my favorite is the Votivo Red Currant- smell it, you'll love it). I also love their selection of funny toys and offbeat items. And they...
yelp.com - user review - 03/29/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by marissa d.

5.0 of 5 stars. I got a pad of paper here that is entitled "Mood Alert." You can check off how your day has been, what you need, advice for what your significant other should do to keep you happy, etc. I think if all...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Susan L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Sooooooo I MUST go to Art Effect whenever I'm within a block. I love love love going in there and looking at everything. It's full of things I want, but nothing I need. More importantly, everything...
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Kate B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm not sure what else I could say that hasn't been said in other reviews. Its a great store, with something for everyone. They have a great variety of candles, with very unique scents - plus the have...
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Andrea R.

4.0 of 5 stars. There really is no reason to shop anywhere else because you can buy absolutely anything at Art Effect. You name it and they've got it- jewelry, clothing, candles, picture frames, hanky pankies etc....
yelp.com - user review - 12/15/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Mia S.

2.0 of 5 stars. They do have a lot of fun ephemera here but it is definitely overpriced. Every little knick-knack I picked up was marked up by at least 15-20% which I know because I'm an obsessive online window...
yelp.com - user review - 12/12/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Katie R.

5.0 of 5 stars. My go to place for any extra little item needed for a party or special event. Have bought (and loved) magnets, earrings, ornaments, cards and home goods. Always a great place to go if you need a...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Natalie B.

5.0 of 5 stars. This store is very cute and has a great selection of gifts, clothes, accessories and more. I love the dishware and glasses. They are very unique. If I had unlimited funds, I would be here all the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jenny S.

3.0 of 5 stars. If I ever missed the Armitage bus after getting off the brown line, I'd duck into Art Effect to pass the time and pour over all of their cool items. They've got an awesome collection of t-shirts and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by mike l.

4.0 of 5 stars. neat store with a lot of cool stuff. I wish there was more stuff for dudes, but it's cool. I see how it is. Go and discover something.
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Elizabeth H.

4.0 of 5 stars. This store is abundant with unique and fantastic items. I don't have the luxury to shop here all the time, but when I want to treat myself, this is the place I go. I find the sales staff to be very...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Brittany C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love going and browsing this store - the clothes are cute (reasonably priced for the most part) and there are a lot of fun gift ideas (books, games, kitchen stuff, etc). Great place to stop when...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2006
Full Review »

What a great store!

I love this store. It is the best for any kind of gift. Baby gifts, stocking stuffers, birthday...really anything. I really don't think I can walk out of the store with out having a bag in my hand. Each time I...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/02/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Carrie B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Such a fun store to browse in or look for gifts for yourself or a friend... they carry a lot of cute like knick-nacks for the home, bedroom or kitchen. Also a nice selection of bath & body products...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Cassie B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Lots of different categories of things, and lots of items for each category. really, they have a huge selection. Great place for gifts. I stopped in and couldn't stay long but i will definitely be...
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Robin H.

3.0 of 5 stars. Art Effect Limited is a wonderful place that features the creations of both local and national artists. Among the many items that are available for purchase are frames, clocks, albums, minitures, as...
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Claudia R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Really fantastic store!!! I bought a patent-leather passport cover, a "101 Things to Do Before You Die" book, a Micheal Stars shirt (huge selection) and a cozy scarf. If I were to open a store and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2005
Full Review »

Pricy and small, but gorgeous by Jennifer W. at InsiderPages

Don't bring a bag into this store! It's packed to the gills with items from local and national artisans, and you're likely to bump into some of the goods (or perhaps another customer). The selection ranges...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/11/2005
Full Review »

Expensive, but fairly original boutique by Karen C. at InsiderPages

Art Effect is a great place to get a gift because the price range does vary from moderate to expensive and the items are unique and funky. The service can sometimes be bad, but for the most part it's worth a...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/10/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Diane C.

5.0 of 5 stars. This one of my favorite shops in this area of the city. As soon as you enter you are immersed in all things European. Starting with the lively French music and the many travel books scattering...
yelp.com - user review - 10/18/2005
Full Review »

Good, more unique gifts by SE G. at InsiderPages

Art Effect has a lot of great gift items - a kitcheny themed section (with dessert plates and fun cookbooks), lots of jewelry, photo frames, a baby section, and myriad other items. They also have a small but...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/13/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by S R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I always make an excuse to go here to buy someone's birthday gift, of course instead I shop for myself! There's so much packed into this boutique! I love the jewelry and accessories here the most...
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2005
Full Review »

great place for gifts by K C. at InsiderPages

This very pricey boutique is located in the heart of Lincoln Park. It features cute accessories like picture frames, candles and serving pieces as well as jelewry and bath and body stuff. They also sell...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/30/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Karen L.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is a really cute shop in Lincoln Park with many gift ideas and clothing. The clothes are a bit pricey but it is always fun to look!
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2005
Full Review »

Local and National Artists by Robin H. at InsiderPages

Art Effect offers a good selection artistic pieces like frames, clocks, albums, miniatures, and even clothes and jewelry. A portion of the products are made by nationally known crafters while others a created...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2005
Full Review »

wearable and then some

I've been a fan for over 10 years. This place is what can inspire a good dresser. Although many pieces are expensive, they are worth it. One of a kind, even created for you (if the sixe doesn't work) and...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2002
Full Review »

My favorite

I love Art Effect. I love the fact that I can run in and find a unique gift for almost any occaision and not spend more than $40. I moved away from Chicago for two years and missed "visiting" the helpful...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2002
Full Review »

Bad Effect

If you want to shop at a store that believes the customer is always wrong and be served a dosage of Lincoln Park attitude...this is your place.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/21/2002
Full Review »