Fly Bird

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Ellen M.

Oak Park, IL

If buying for yourself, a place to blow discretionary funds.  If buying a gift, a wonderful choice to shop for something unusual.

I have three reasons for liking this place.  First, I don't know of any other store with such a comprehensive stock of dia de los muertos curios - very handy.  Jesus ashtrays too.  Second, the handbags are expensive and awesome.  Lastly and most importantly, every woman should own a stylish, naughty apron.  Seriously...this store carries 50s style aprons that will beckon a good spanking for the wearer.

You heard me.

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Nancy K.

Chicago, IL

Great medium sized gift shop with fun, unique and cool items.  A little of everything -- baby items, boy things, bags, bath & body, fun stuff, housewares, time, lighting, paper goods, etc.  Julia is a very cool and fun person.  

They also have an online catalogue.  "Curious items for the happy home, body and mind"

Fly Bird is highlighted in the current (03.07) Chicago Magazine as one of the best boutiques in the suburbs in the article Boutiques We Love.

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Patty V.

Franklin Park, IL

Unique gifts for  unique people !Great selection of handmade paper products, gag gifts, fun t-shirts and stuffed toys for big kids!Some very different baby items and body care items. They have Ugly Dolls aplenty-perfect for my niece!! Nice staff and very helpful!

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Paul M.

Chicago, IL

Fly Bird is one of those stores I drove or walked by for years. Each time I'd think, "Man, I really need to get there - it looks great!" I finally did, and it was: unique gifts, lots of Japanese fun and odd stuff, and creative and designy home goods. Jewelry, too.

Don't let the size of the shop fool you either - there's stuff packed in nooks and crannies here, and lots of it. I picked up a number of stocking stuffers all at totally reasonable prices. I hadn't seen any of the stuff at Fly Bird anywhere else, except perhaps Giant Robot out in SF.

And although I don't have a kid, the baby and kid stuff was fantastic.

I'll keep Fly Bird on my short list of shops for great gifts, and you should too!

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Olivia K.

Oak Park, IL

A small shop with unique interior household gadgets that are sooo cute. I love the shop and the people who work there are very nice.

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Mandy M.

Oak Park, IL

There aren't that many unique, yet stylish gift stores in Oak Park so I was thrilled when Fly-bird opened. I go there every time I need a quick gift for someone and practically always succeed in finding something. The gals who work there are beyond friendly! Overall its one of my favorite stores in all of the Chicagoland area.

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Annie S.

Oak Park, IL

Fly Bird is a really neat store. If you are looking for a cute little gift or one of a kind item you can find it here. I think everyone should go in there at least once.

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Sarah F.

Chicago, IL

Lookin for a cool, styley, slightly pricey little somethin for somebody?  This would be a good place to check out.

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Allison K.

Chicago, IL

Fly bird is a very fun, cute, and unique store.  They have cute knick knacks and cool stuff to decorate your apartment or house with.  When I have a hard time finding the perfect gift I come here, because there is always something here that will fit the personality of anyone.

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Diane C.

Oak Park, IL

Looking for a unique gift?  You'll definitely find it at Fly Bird.  The store is host to a mulditude of popculture inspired items. From their unique cookware that resembles monsters and animals to the plush UGLY Dolls, the overwhelming theme is fun. I especially like the bibs and other baby products that say stuff like, "I can't read", and advise you not to give a chicken leg to a baby. Funny!

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A.S. V.

Chicago, IL

Finally, a gift shop in Oak Park for people under 50! Fly Bird is pretty cool, with handpicked items that range from quirky novelty items to chic design. And there's a whole gaggle of Ugly Dolls for hipster friends from adults to kids.

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Lizzie S.

Oak Park, IL

Pricy, and beware the chocolate. It's often fuzzy and moldy

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