Patch Picks: 5 Area Boutiques

Sometimes you've just gotta get out of the mass retail stores that seem to carry everything under the sun, and into a specialty store. Patch found five area boutiques that are sure to please the fashionistas, vino lovers and everyone else who wants something different.

Definitely a boutique for the trendy. Sometimes it's worth the splurge to have the peace of mind knowing that when you show up for a party someone else isn't going to have on the same outfit. Smooch is located at 2731 W. Algonquin Road, Algonquin.

The name says it all—go to Funky Things to find a plethora of unique stuff. Inventory is regularly updated and there is pretty much something for everyone. Funky Things is located at 2725 W. Algonquin Road, Algonquin.

Located in the Algonquin Commons, Vino 100 is the perfect place to end a day of shopping. Although the store is a franchise, it is still a boutique for any wine lover. As its name would (somewhat) suggest, the store has 100 different wines all under $25. Vino 100 is located at 2214 S. Randall Road, Algonquin.

There's nothing more thoughtful than something that is one-of-a-kind, and that's just what Creative Occasions is—a store filled with handmade products. The store's products range from natural, handmade soaps to unusual furniture. Creative Occasions is located at 124 S. Main Street, Algonquin.

Funky Munky

Sometimes the only way to stand out from the crowd is to wear something bright and ecclectic. Funky Munky is has it all: tie-dyed everything, graphic tees and creative sunglasses. Funky Munky is located 323 N. Randall Rd, Lake in the Hills.