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Mon, Wed-Fri 11 am - 7 pm
Sat 10 am - 6 pm
Sun 12 pm - 5 pm
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$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
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- Wheelchair Accessible:
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13 reviews for Team Blonde
13 reviews in English
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Review from Mary ann C.
Oak Park, IL
10/9/2010
Enjoyed the most fabulous massage here today! Wow! Diane really made me feel relaxed, which is a real treat since I have a busy job and even busier toddler.
Love shopping here, getting my nails done, and attending their special events!
This is a cool spot with great owners...You need to check it out! -
Review from Beth M.
Forest Park, IL
12/22/2011
Team Blonde is very cute and I can't wait to go back and make my own jewelry. I really want a cute bracelet from here. I went there for a pedicure, I got a gift card from my friend and Brittany is so nice and she was great. The place is super cute, they offer you water, tea, soda and you hop up on a soft couch and just relax while enjoying your pedicure. Definitely ask for Brittany, she was great!
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Review from Ellen M.
6/3/2008
The store isn't what I'd normally seek out, although I'd check out the handbags again. The jewelry is really cool, but crazy insane expensive.
I went for the girl's night out event a few months ago, and the beading was no less expensive if I had provided my own labor. But the event was generous - they serve a lot of nice appetizers, and the spa services were terrific. People were packed in, making it a little difficult to move around.
Still, I had the best manicure of my life - the polish looked great for a full week, which is a first for me. -
Review from Syretta H.
Waukegan, IL
8/10/2008
I said to myself about a month ago "Self, you should have yourself a nice little shindig for your birthday".....about two years ago, I threw myself a little jewelry making party at a place in Wicker Park (I have a review about it too). Well it closed, but I had a load of fun and decided to do it again....
Hence in doing a search on there Internet, I came across Team Blonde...and boy, am I glad I did! Loved it, loved it, loved it! I brought my own food and drinks and my party was downstairs in the 'lounge' area...it was almost like a living room with a kitchen. In the middle of a huge table, all the beading was put out for us to use at our leisure. I was even able to plug my iPod into the stereo and we listened to music as we chilled, ate, had spa services and made jewelry.
I didn't have any spa services, but some ladies at my party did and they were all very happy- special thanks to the nail technician who came in on a Sunday to make this happen for us!!!!
I was so impressed with Team Blonde. I left with a new necklace, earrings, my daughter made a bracelet and I bought her a separate bracelet and necklace...and I spent less than $150. My mom bought me one of the cool bags from there as a birthday gift....and my grandmother bought me a pair of sunglasses that make me look HOT!!!!! (yeah I just gave myself props!)
Special shout out to Jane and Heidi! I love places like Team Blonde and as long as they are open, I will be a lifetime customer. I could have easily spent $300 in there and the fact that no one else will have my jewelry is the best part!
Thank you Team Blonde for making my 34th birthday really special! -
Review from Christina R.
Forest Park, IL
1/31/2010
I'm not very happy with the friends who recommended I check this place out because I could easily spend my entire paycheck here.
Everything is adorable, and handmade, or made from sustainable/recycled goods and if you are looking for a gift for me I would love anything from the shop!
There is a large selection of handcrafted jewelry, including beadwork, gemstones, silver, and craftier items like Scrabble tile jewelry. They also offer some really nice personalized photo pendants. (I will be back to get a pendant of a picture of my dog!)
There is a small selections of bamboo fabric clothing and if you haven't felt bamboo fabric it is softer than cotton and very comfortable. They carry a small selection of baby clothes and super cute winter accessories. I also enjoyed their selection of handbags and small purses, as well as the recycled plastic print bags.
Lotions, candles, and a spa! Yep, they have a little salon in the back where you can get manis, pedis, facials, massages, wax/threading service etc. They have an area set up to host jewelry making parties which can also include spa services. How awesome does that sound?
They also host a girls night out each month.
It is a little pricey, jewelry starts at $30, but considering it's all unique and handcrafted, it seems worth it. -
Review from Aurore L.
12/7/2008
When I grow up I want to do something like Team Blonde does.
Seriously - these ladies are amazing. Two friends from college who left their corporate jobs to pursue their hobby - I just think it's fantastic!!!
The store is cute as hell with a nice brass ceiling (painted over though) and warm brick walls and I absolutely love the layout and presentation. You have a broad choice of jewelry, hats, scarves and handbags as well as body products and candles. I went there as part of the bridal shower organized by my "in-law girls" and I made a bracelet and had a pedicure. I don't have a clear idea of the pricing of these specific items but I thought that most of their selection was reasonably priced if you consider that they are made by exclusive designers.
I would have more mixed feelings about the actual pedicure that was not that great. It was executed by a very talkative older Ukrainian woman whom I personally found real nice but who could be a turn-off to some people - especially because of her racist comments.....
Overall a definite gem on the already nicely adorned crown of Madison Street in Forest Park!Listed in: West of Austin - Land of…
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Review from Lisa B.
Oak Park, IL
10/24/2006
This is a very cool shop. They have neat jewelry and gifty things on the main floor (street level), then downstairs there is a party room where groups of big or little girls can have a jewelry making party. Spa services are available for big girls' parties, and you can bring in your own food and drink. A nice addition to Forest Park's Madison Street renaissance.
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Review from Susi D.
Bolingbrook, IL
7/18/2008
I do love Team Blonde. It opened shortly before I moved away from the area but I just loved wandering thru (and I try to, still, when i visit) and checking out all their jewelry. I bought a necklace that I love love love and it wasn't too pricey. I do a bit of jewelry-making myself, so I always get ideas when I am in there and it makes me wanna go home and make a million things!
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Review from c d.
Oak Park, IL
12/22/2009
I am torn on the rating for Team Blonde. While I love the store, the service, and the products, I just can not get over the prices. Most items are so over priced I just can't justify buying them. I was always go int hoping to find a gift, but price is just too prohibited. For example, $90 for a hat. I could find a similar style at Kohl's for a fraction. The jewelery too, simple bracelets close over $65 and necklaces twice that. Buet yet then they have some beautiful prices for reasonable prices, like the stainless steal line and one line of beaded bracelets and necklaces. I appreciate the jewelry is handmade and unique but even still it is WAY over priced.
I have been to the spa, it is very nice. Prices are about the same as any place I would go in the city. What I liked was that you can go with a friend and actually have the pedicure together.
I recommend checking the store out, they do have some fun unique items, but be sure to bring a lot of $$. -
Review from K J.
Oak Park, IL
6/21/2010
Team Blonde has become one of my favorite boutiques for gifts and jewelry. When I need a gift 'on short notice' I usually make my way to Team Blonde.
Earring selections are my favorites. Different colors, sizes, styles, etc. Other cool handbags and gift ideas abound.
Some things can be pricey... but it's a boutique and I think it's important they remain available in the neighborhood. -
Review from Gina M.
Chicago, IL
3/25/2008
Very cute little store. I remember having a party there which as I remembered it was really fun. The clothes and jewlery are really cute, and would make a really nice gift for someone or YOU! :D
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Review from Heidi G.
Oak Park, IL
12/9/2008
THIS IS THE PERFECT PLACE FOR A MOMS NIGHT OUT!!! I have been here many times and have thrown a few moms night out parties here. It's so much more than jewlery making, you can get a massage, a manicure or a pedicure and so much more for goodness sakes and at a very reasonable price! The owners are super duper cool...we call Jayne the "post whisperer" as she will help you and your guests through the jewlery making process. Basically, you design it and they help you with the clasps/posts etc. The atmosphere is fabulous (there's a sweet dog who can charm the guests) and there are amenities such as a microwave and wet bar area for you to use! Your guests get the shop to themselves for an evening and can sign up for the services. My friends always appreciate getting a manicure/pedicure or massage on a moms night out, I know I do! The beads that they have for jewelry making are the very best and I have made wonderful meaningful presents for my mother, mother in law and sister. They put the jewelry you make in a beautiful team blonde box and then put it in a bag ready for giving. I wish this was here when I was getting married, I would have brought the whole bridal party to make their own jewlery for the wedding! What a perfect place for a bridal shower! This place is truly special, the gifts in the store are so much fun to look at..there are funky items like Rock and Roll bags with volume controls and seat belt clasps adorning them. The place is really neat with original hardwood floors and tin ceilings. The lighting is perfect, the music is soft and Jazzy. Everyone who works there ROCKS. It is simply the perfect place to go and I JUST LOVE IT! Nuff Said?!!! :) Enjoy!
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Review from Jena S.
Cook, IL
8/9/2009
Cute store, fun stuff, a little pricey but quality stuff. The ladies that own the store are great! Love it!
