Top jewelry stores in Chicago

At this Lincoln Park boutique known for personalized jewelry, you can customize your necklaces, earrings and bracelets with choice of style, metal and gemstone. Also a great place for "day of" bridal jewelry and bridal party gifts, in addition to engagement rings, wedding bands and fine jewelry.

Recently settled into its new Jewelers Row location, Ethan Lord is well-known for its custom design services and attention to detail. Each customer can expect a private, in-depth consultation with a specialist, with all jewelry manufactured on-site.

In the market for something a little different? You're guaranteed to walk out with a one-of-a-kind piec at this vintage shop located inside the Oak Park Antique Mall. While the shop specializes in antique engagement rings and wedding bands, everybody can find something in its $3 budget section. Not into "something old"? They can also design you "something new."

No stuffy attitudes here; the father-son duo behind G.V. Jewelry will make sure you're treated like one of the family. With owner Julio's CAD design skills, they'll build you custom ring right in-house. Need repairs? No problem, they'll fix up your piece while you wait on-site, likely for less than $20.

Chances are you've seen Helen Ficalora's dainty alphabet necklaces dangling from the throats of women around town. Make a trip to this cheery, hot pink showroom to find that perfect "everyday" bracelet, pair of earrings or charm necklace, which can be custom-ordered with or without diamonds in platinum and rose, white or yellow 14-karat gold.

At this high-end jeweler in business for 86 years, expect top-notch service and a wide selection of name brands like Tacori, Ritani, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Ivanka Trump, Dana Rebecca and Ralph Lauren. If you're on the hunt for fine jewelry or high-end timepieces, Marshall Pierce is definitely your spot.

This family-owned, seven-story behemoth on Jewelers Row is the go-to for Chicago's jewelry needs, boasting two showrooms and ten private diamond viewing rooms. Whether you're in the market for an engagement ring, watch, or just looking to repair or restore your favorite piece, New York Jewelers is a great bet.

Named one of America's coolest stores by In Store Magazine, Steve Quick's Wicker Park location isn't your run-of-the-mill jewelry shop. In addition to their extensive jewelry offerings, from custom design services to estate pieces, this boutique-like studio boats rotating displays of local art, trunk shows featuring local jewelry designers, and even "Hipster Santa," who has been known to make a visit around the holidays.