ABOUT

Established in 2006 in Chicago's Near West Side, Shop Small Chicago has grown into a marketplace for regional American design with our MAD for pop-up events, retail, and ecommerce.

We create shopping programs that connect shoppers to the region's best brands + products made in the USA, including our own line of apparel, hats, and accessories.

We are a woman-owned business supporting other woman-owned brands. MAD for events that connect us to our customers. MAD for making beautiful work. Together.

THANK YOU for shopping local + supporting small businesses like ours! - Chari & Tonya

Our goals

make it easy for consumers to find and shop with local brands

develop affordable platforms for artists and designers to access consumers, generate revenue, and build sustainable brands
support other woman-owned businesses
showcase the best products designed and/or manufactured in the Great Lakes region
promote USA manufacturing initiatives
create fun experiences for shoppers and vendors