Just a few blocks off Lake Michigan, North Michigan Avenue is home to froufrou greats Brooks Brothers, Cartier, FAO Schwarz, Gucci, Lord & Taylor, Louis Vuitton, Neiman Marcus, Tiffany, Hermes and Versace. Amid these distinguished names, you'll find plenty of other famous, but not-so-pricey establishments, plus local kids-made-good like Bigsby and Kruthers and Crate & Barrel. But be warned that you won't be alone here, especially on weekends, when the crowds can be overwhelming.