American Apparel
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On West Belmont Avenue, this clothing shop brings a West Coast sensibility to the North Shore, right in one of Chicago's more colorful neighborhoods.
The bright storefront is hard to miss, stocked with contemporary fashion aimed at young shoppers who want to update their wardrobes. It fits right into Belmont's quirky, artistic feel—a block known for its oddball independent businesses, vintage finds, and general come-as-you-are atmosphere.
Gay shops like this one do more than just sell clothes; they're part of what makes LGBTQ+ neighborhoods what they are. Stopping in is a good way to support queer-friendly businesses when you're visiting. Belmont itself has been an LGBTQ+ hub in Chicago for ages, packed with bars, restaurants, and shops that welcome everyone. Even if you're just passing through, browsing the shops here gives you a real feel for the culture and you might just find something you can't get anywhere else.
The shop's easy to get to, a good stop if you're walking around. Check their website for what's currently in stock and exact hours. It's got that casual, youthful energy that makes Belmont such a fun spot for travelers looking for a piece of real Chicago.
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Very helpful with designing and with short deadlines I appreciate everyone that helped with our shirts for out event thank you guys allot 10/10 great quality too!!! Thanks Jose !!!
Thomas is just amazing, very helpful and knowledgeable about the products. We used him multiple times and never had any issues!
Lauren Murphy went above and beyond for our company. We were looking for branded apparel and coffee mugs for our team, and she provided fantastic options with quick communication throughout the process. We highly recommend American Outfitters, their quality and customer service are truly top-notch.
YES to AMERICAN OUTFITTERS!!! Bryan is awesome at following up and following THROUGH! Kind and communicative, motivating and a reliever of my STRESS! He helped me put together an order for my daughter's wedding (with less time that I wished I'd had) to have surprise family T-shirts made for the new couple and any family that wanted one... EVERYONE LOVED THE SHIRTS... me included. And I'm picky ;) Can't wait for next year's softball shirts/jerseys!
Thomas at American outfitters always does an amazing job. We have done over 15+ orders with them and it’s always the way we like it!
Alyssa is amazing at this company. I couldn't get into a school website for my daughter for sports and we never miss a sports order. However by the time I was able to get a hold of someone to order was closed. She was able to help assist me and get an order in separately. She was so awesome and I was able to order my daughter's items. She was incredibly helpful. Great company that cares
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Last updated on 4 August 2026