Olive, 10910 N. Port Washington Road, Mequon, is the only retailer in the Midwest to go purely organic, inside and out. This boutique specializes in casual and tailored organic apparel for women, men and children. Hot for fall is the organic, cotton cardigan. Future Green, 2352 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Bay View, came to birth with the idea to bring all socially responsible shopping into one special place. Check out a huge selection of fair trade, organic and natural products. At Chartreuse, 2227 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Bay View, carries men’s, women’s and children’s apparel in many eco-chic labels from across the country.

Vintage: A fashionable blast from the past

Yellow Jacket, 1237 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, is a true hipster’s heaven. You’ll find a huge selection of hot vintage fashions that span decades. Dragonfly, 1117 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, has something for everyone. A truly unique assortment of retro, vintage and modern apparel, accessories and home furnishings await your visit. Closet Classics Caffeine, 1000 E. North Ave., Milwaukee, has a huge selection of new and vintage clothing. The shop features two floors of apparel, shoes, accessories and a full-service coffee bar. It’s also a great place to fill your costume needs for Halloween.

Resale: For the true frugalista

E-Collectique, 234 E. Dekora St., Saukville, is a chic boutique that specializes in high-end couture/designer fashions, and vintage apparel and accessories. Each item at E-Collectique is hand selected by owner Mikelle Flanner. Labels include Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, Valentino and more. Seeking to sell or trade unwanted items that are still in good shape, and in good fashion? Rethreads, 2943 N. Humboldt Blvd., Milwaukee, is the perfect place to do it. Owner Beret Isaacson gets 100 percent of her inventory from her customers. Find men’s and women’s vintage and current styles from popular labels for a fraction of the price. Set in the Third Ward, Retique, 190 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, is a Goodwill boutique offering vintage and used designer fashions as well as accessories in a chic atmosphere.

Sexy Shoes: Get a leg up

Shoo, 241 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, is a great place for hard-to-find, fashionable and wearable footwear. In fact, the shop carries many lines that cannot be found anywhere else in the state. Make sure you check out the hottest look for fall: rugged, motorcycle-inspired boots from Fiorentini + Baker. These versatile, Italian leather boots for women come in either both high and short heel heights. Hip Sweet Kicks, 1690 N. Franklin Place, Milwaukee, is the perfect place for shoe freaks. Sweet Kicks specializes in brands such as Betsyville, Dolce Vita, Onitsuka Tiger and Gola. Goldi’s, 4114 N. Oakland Ave., Shorewood, has been offering the most fashion forward looks for more than 30 years. Owners Mark and Goldi have gained quite the reputation for stocking great designers at just the right price.

Fashionable Kids: Get smitten with these endearing finds

Keep your child up-to-date in all of the latest fashions with the adorably chic pieces from Sprout, 320 E. Buffalo St., Milwaukee. Look for great fall trends like mini-size fedoras (too cute) and anything plaid. B’Tween Friends, 2223 E. Capitol Drive, Shorewood, is devoted exclusively to tween and teen girls between the ages of 7 and 17. You will be smitten by this stylish boutique’s selection of sportswear, dresses and accessories from great designers like Roxy, It Denim and Free People. From a princess to an athlete, Sydney b.’s, 1350 W. Mequon Road, Mequon, has a variety of apparel to complement your child’s unique personality. Back to school collections from Mim-pi, Juicy Couture and Malina showcase must-haves for fall. Its high-end shoe selection for girls and boys is one of the best in the area. Sizes range from newborn, girls up to 14 and boys up to 8.

Party Dresses: The perfect cocktail garb

Fred, 524 N. Water St., Milwaukee, is all about the dress. Look for a huge assortment of party frocks in hot colors for fall like magenta, navy and plum. Sequins are also on the rise. Miss Ruby, 522 N. Water St., Milwaukee, is your savior from the "ugly, bridesmaid’s dress" syndrome. This alluring boutique specializes in chic bridesmaid, informal bride and special occasion dresses. It also offers accessories as well as girly gifts for the bride and her maids. I See London, 333 W. Brown Deer Road, Bayside, offers funky, casual looks from designers like Michael Stars, Vince, Autumn Cashmere, Laurie B., Sanctuary and 525 America.

Local Designers: Be unique in local creations

At Fashion Ninja, 315 N. Plankinton, Milwaukee, owner Areka Ikeler encourages Milwaukeeans to think outside the box with their garment selections this fall and embrace the alternatives. Look for fabulous "do-it-yourself" fashions that are unique and funky. Also, do not miss the boutique’s fashion show this month on Oct. 16, which will feature local designers from the area. If you are looking for an assortment of independent designers Sparrow Collective, 2224 S. Kinnickinnic Ave., Bay View, is the place to find it. Formerly Fasten Collective, Sparrow is a designer-run boutique that is home to more than 60 designers. Find one-of-a-kind pieces in apparel, accessories and more. Seeking to score some locally made threads and pick up some tips on how to primp? Then Blush, 249 N. Water St., Milwaukee, is the place for you. The boutique carries high-end beauty lines and features the famous Brow Bar. It also displays some of the most fashion-forward designers in the Milwaukee area, such as Mink by Amanda Ergen.

High-end Designers: Who says high-end fashion belongs only to the coasts?

Faye’s 1 & Faye@Play, 1505 W. Mequon Road, Mequon/18900 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield, brings sophistication and style to the area with its high-end designers. Get fabulous pieces from designers like Diane Von Furstenburg, Tory Burch and Sam Edelman that are not available anywhere else. GiGi of Mequon, 1550 W. Mequon Road, Mequon, is known for paying attention to the details. The boutique has a unique collection of bridal, special occasion, cocktail dresses and ready-to-wear from well-known designers such as Carolina Herrera and Alberta Ferretti. Valentina, 1505 W. Mequon Road, Mequon, offers Milwaukeeans the best in cutting-edge fashions. Look for fall collections from 3.1 Phillip Lim, Zac Posen and Tom Ford. And don’t miss the opening of Factory in the Third Ward, another brainchild if the fashion-minded Valentina girls.

Lingerie/Intimate Apparel: Feel great underneath it all

If you are looking for the perfectly fit bra, Allure, 1505 W. Mequon Road, Mequon/18900 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield, is the place to find it. Known for its bra-fittings, Allure offers the right shape or fit for any woman of any body type. Find your basic essentials and look for hot trends of the season like animal prints and shades of purple. At Miss Groove Intimate, 1224 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, look for all the essentials to complement your outfit in lingerie, accessories and more. The Boudoir by J. Rath line is sweet, sultry and just a little bit naughty. Local designer Rath wowed crowds at the Spectacular! Spectacular! fashion show in July and continues to grow a cult following of Milwaukeeans looking for out-of-the-ordinary lingerie and lounge wear. You can find her one-of-a-kind designs at Blush in the Third Ward.

Baby Shower Gifts: Be the friend with the best present

At Juxt Home & Baby, 1504 Underwood Ave., Wauwatosa, you can find a wide assortment of gifts and indulgences. Check out the exquisite décor pieces and cute, hard-to-find items for babies. Boutique Bebe, 2630 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, carries the ultimately chic when it comes to top designers for sizes infant through 12. Look for the luxurious Lotus Springs Collection, which features wonderfully soft and organic textures. Freckle Face, 244 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, is a great place to find unique children’s items. Freckle Face offers clothing (sizes newborn to size 8), toys, furniture, bedding and other children’s gear.

Men’s Suits: Back in black, gray and navy

At Mark Pasch Ltd., 333 W. Brown Deer Road, Bayside, you’ll find the perfect pieces to put together a high-quality, fashionable wardrobe. This boutique has a relaxed atmosphere where sports memorabilia lines the walls and satellite television keeps shoppers up-to-date with the latest in the sports world. Featured designers include Tallia, Robert Graham and Georg Roth LA. Aala Reed, 1320 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, bridges the gap between men’s traditional, business attire and contemporary looks with an edge. The laid-back atmosphere and helpful staff make shopping in the boutique a pleasure. Mark Berman & Son, 11920 N. Port Washington Road, Mequon, is a family business that carries sophisticated styles from Hickey-Freeman, Southwick, Burberry and more.

Show-Stopping Accessories: Make a statement

Urban Laundry, 7602 Harwood Ave., Wauwatosa, is the premiere boutique for unique and contemporary accessories. Find all of your fashion adornments for the season. Look for bracelet-style watches from TOKYObay in a variety of styles from shredded and studded to dressy. The boutique carries a noteworthy necklace collection by Jarmila. Shopping at Vieux Et Nouveau, 1688 N. Franklin Place, Milwaukee, is like uncovering the hidden treasures in your grandma’s attic. The boutique has an amazing assortment of classic and modern accessories that are like no other, from vintage scarves and baubles to contemporary handbags. Picardy Shoe Parlour, 11035 N. Port Washington Road, Mequon/18900 W. Bluemound Road, Brookfield, is a pioneer in fashionable footwear and accessories for Milwaukee. Find a classy, upscale selection.

Business-Chic: Blend the unexpected with the sophisticated

Aversa, 5900 N. Port Washington Road, Glendale (in Bayshore Town Center), is the ideal spot to find sophisticated apparel and accessories for women of all ages. The boutique carries contemporary collections from several international designers that cannot be found anywhere else in the area. SHOP, 1918 E. Capitol Drive, Shorewood, is the go-to place for workweek basics. Find a great variety of fashionable, everyday wear for the career woman. Look polished with the newest from liquid, Magaschoni and William Rast. Molloy’s, 333 W. Brown Deer Road, Bayside, is known for fine women’s apparel. The boutique carries options for black tie functions with designers like Badgley Mischka, Nicole Miller and Lida Baday, as well as everyday luxury.

Fall Coats/Outerwear: Outerwear packs a bold punch

If you’re looking for a variety of fabulous designs, check out Lela, 321 N. Broadway, Milwaukee. Owners Carrie Arrouet and Stephanie Sherman stock their boutique with exclusive creations. Keep an eye open for vintage-inspired pieces. It’s true "There Is Nothing Quite Like A Coat or Jacket From Andre Furs," 1505 W. Mequon Road, Mequon. Make a lifetime investment and look for timeless pieces from designers like Zuki and Olivieri. At A.J. Ugent Furs and Fashions, 8333 W. Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, you will find an extensive collection of furs, leathers, shearlings, woolens, specialty outerwear and accessories for men and women.

Figure-flattering Jeans: The most versatile pieces in your closet

Check out Detour, 1300 E. Brady St., Milwaukee, for an amazing selection of denim in the eclectic Brady Street neighborhood. Get the scoop on the latest in styles from the slouchy boyfriend to the newly popular tattered skinny jean. Flaire, 407 E. Buffalo St., Milwaukee, features fresh denim collections from two great designers: Fidelity and William Rast. Fidelity has a great variety of rises and styles from skinny to boot-cut. If you are looking for something trendier, try the William Rast line, known for unique details and bleaching. With a great selection of trendy footwear and clothes, Ma Jolie, 2583 N. Downer Ave., Milwaukee, has kept itself on the map with fashion-forward Milwaukeeans for years. Denim continues to be a huge trend for the store, but you can also find cool accessories, hot shoes and everything in between. M