Jake – Jim Wetzel and Lance Lawson

Catching the eye of every Chicago tourist this summer, Jake boutique really knows how to portray Chicago in the right light. Carrying known labels such as Alexander McQueen, Helmut Lang, and Missoni, Jim and Lance also highlight emerging designers such as NYC’s 3.1 Phillip Lim and Rag & Bone, and Chicago designer (and CEC client) Jill Alberts. Carrying both menswear and womenswear, the boutique sells casual clothing with an upscale twist. Young professionals flock to Jake boutiques to find those original pieces that show they know fashion.

Equip with the right know-how, Jim and Lance together make the business the success it is. Jim’s background is in retailing and merchandising, and Lance is an attorney. Lance handles the business side, while Jim handles the retailing aspects. The two participate in many fashion-related events in Chicago, closely involved with the Mayor’s Fashion Council and often representing the Chicago boutique perspective.

Jake sells its products online at www.shopjake.com as well as in its three retail locations. They are the Gold Coast, Lakeview on Southport Ave, and on the north shore in Winnetka.

Jake in the Gold Coast:
939 Rush Street
Chicago, Il 60611
312-664-5553

www.shopjake.com