SPACE at Nordstrom: Clear closet space for this new in-store boutique launch, curated by Nordstrom Director of Creative Projects Olivia Kim. One of only four locations nationwide, the artsy shop features pieces from both emerging and advanced designers, including Simone Rocha, Isa Arfen, Creatures of the Wind and more. 55 E. Grand; Nordstrom.com/space

Gramovox’s Floating Record: Music to our ears: The Chicago-based electronics startup fuses tunes with art in its latest product, a vertically aligned record player with full-range stereo speakers. Completely funded by a Kickstarter campaign earlier this summer, the hipster-chic product is available for preorder now and ships in December. $399.99; Gramovox.com

Shaky Ground: Chicago author and Vanity Fair contributor Bethany McLean brings it home with her third book on the financial crisis. Shaky Ground: The Strange Saga of the U.S. Mortgage Giants — which hits shelves this week — explores Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the politics of housing. $12.99, Barnes & Noble locations citywide; Barnesandnoble.com

>La Perla Oak Street: Slink into the season’s sexiest Italian lingerie at La Perla’s newest digs on Oak Street. Designed by architect Roberto Baciocchi, the luxurious 1,600-square-foot space boasts an all-marble interior outfitted with silk rugs, gilded hangers and daffodil yellow velvet seats. 34 E. Oak; Laperla.com