The Fig Tree

Love, love, love, this store. Everything about it is perfect. The owner is a fabulous buyer. She has everything you need for gifts and for yourself. Love her Ella B hand –poured pure soy candles. I’m currently burning the West Loop scent. Best selection of greeting cards in Chicago. Can’t wait for the Mercury sunglasses to arrive. Great customer service. Need I say more?

Love this place! This is my go to place for cards and gifts (including gifts for myself). The owner is usually there and is super friendly. Thanks for making the west loop the best loop, Fig Tree!

I felt compelled to write a «Yelp» review after my second try with this place. First time was a couple years ago, rude service. I usually don’t return to unfriendly businesses, but I was pressed for time while back in town for family engagements and it was within walking distance from my hotel so I decided to give The Fig Tree a second chance. I walked in to get some graduation gifts. Bad idea! A dark haired woman, (may have been the same woman that was rude the first go around) was sitting behind a counter, not only did she not bother to greet me but had a very strange, disturbing and unfriendly look on her face as she stared at me. She obviously didn’t want to be there OR help anyone. I felt the most unwelcome vibe, it was extremely bizarre. I took a quick look around and left. Who knew one could feel uncomfortable while shopping for gifts and cards? Let me save you some time, don’t go there, all they offer are unfriendly, strange, rude service and mediocre gifts. There won’t be a third visit next time I’m in Chicago.
** PS** I took my business a few doors down where they have great customer service and fantastic gifts.

Met the owner while walking down Madison and checked out the shop. First, the shop is really awesome and will be my #1 stop for all those gifts for unique gifts that us guys struggle to get for people (I’m particularly ‘gift’ stunted). Second, the owner– incredibly nice lady with a great personality. She has a passion for the West Loop neighborhood. Thanks for opening up your store and it was great meeting you!

So very happy to have found this place! Perfect for unique and memorable gifts, cards, books & wrapping.
I love how the shop is structured in easy to understand sections — there’s something for everyone! Items are reasonably priced and good quality. I have always had a great experience in here.
Good music + dogs welcome = bonus ambiance!
I’ll continue to support this adorable shop and recommend to anyone in the market for an awesome gift for someone they love.
Shop local!

I absolutely love this boutiquey store! The card section is bar none, the knickknacks are amazing, they have a children’s section with little clothes, headbands, toys and books, a wedding section, the jewelry is dainty and adorable and even have your staple Chicago postcards, candles, etc. every time I’ve been in the store in greeted and the owner and employees are so kind! If you are looking for cute stuff or a great cars you have to stop in here!

The Fig Tree is a little gift store that offers wedding items, baby & child clothing and accessories, greeting cards, and jewelry. Since this place was noted as a stationery store, I thought that they would carry a nice selection of unique cards and such. However, I was a little disappointed that most of their items were heavily focused on items for babies and tots. Service was also not so friendly, and after a brief few minutes of looking through their collection, I moved on! T_​_​_​T
+items geared/​heavily-​focused on babies & tots
+not-​so-​friendly service T_​_​_​T

I’ve been in here a couple of times, mostly for cards.
I always find something really cute and perfect for the occasion.
They don’t have a lot of little gifts for my taste but their card selection is really great! A little pricey but definitely worth the smiles!
They do have a few cute little knick knacks and worth a stop to check out if you need a quirky little detail!

Long overdue update:
After a less-​than-​stellar first experience, will definitely give The Fig Tree another chance. Ann reached out to make things right, which I really respect. Very cool assortment of games and lots of cool, unique gift ideas.

So cute! I bought stocking stuffers, as well as a hostess gift for an upcoming holiday party. Fantastic find in the West Loop!

Excellent place to go for random gift shopping! I didn’t need anything particular and ended up finding 3 perfect holiday gift items plus wonderful candles and great cards — and could have done more damage but I wanted to pace myself! Wonderful range of stuff — and once you get to the register, you will find a few more things that you just have to have — thanks for making shopping so easy, I’ll be back!

This is my go to place for hostess and thank you gifts. They have a cute selection, and there are constantly new things. They also have a good selection of children’s books, and cute Chicago onesies for gender reveal parties. We have also found some super cute hair bows there on occasion (I struggle to find cute ones in the store). They also have a great selection of cards. I’m glad to have a place like this in the West Loop!

Fig Tree is my go to for gifts — for others and myself! Great candle selection and seasonal items. Really great, different card selection too — plus free gift wrap! Just ask the owner for hot items or tell her a little about the person you are buying for and you will end up with the perfect gift!

I loveloveLOVE this place. I’m pretty sure I am in here once a week because from birthdays, to showers, to weddings to just because, this place has what you need. I never give a birthday present anymore without a little something from The Fig Tree. Also, the owner Ann is VERY kind, she donates to support local animal rescues and truly has a heart of gold!

Adorable little shop in the West Loop. It is perfect for picking up a last minute birthday card or wedding gift. The cards for all occasions are beautifully designed and cheaper than most Papyrus stores. Letterpress, screen print and foil décor for everyone! Also, stop by Cone Gourmet right up the street for some delightful Cookie Dough ice cream!

Best gifts for ANY occasion or any recipient! You will go in for 1 item and leave with 4. Supercute stuff!

What a great local boutique! Stumbled upon it today and spent a long time pouring over all the great stuff they have in store. Their baby stuff is particularly strong (cute, unique clothes, funny Democrat and Republican frames, toys, etc), but they also have a great variety of just gifts in general. High quality, unique items at decent prices. I bought gifts for three people in one trip! Definitely need to make my way back there very soon.

I love this place! I always find the perfect gifts and the BEST cards! Cute baby gift, housewarming stuff, fun things for your home… Anything!
Trust me, if you need a quick cute gift, you’ll find it there. And something for yourself whether you like it or not!
Great staff also. Always helps me find what I need!

I have read all reviews for this place and I agree with Hannah: «No greetings, when you enter». I felt extremely unwelcome, when I stepped into this store. It looks cozy, but I usually expects from the boutiques like this to feel more like at home and less like at the store.
I wanted to buy a very cute dress for my daughter. I asked one of the women over the counter, if thighs will actually fit 24 months old girl. (The size was 24 months, but thighs seemed to be too short), and she said: «I have no idea, all kids are different». HOW SMART! I know, they are. I want to ask, will those thighs fit an average two year old girl. After I decided to buy this dress, I also asked for a pair of mittens. They gave me one, but the size on them was «infant». I asked are they sure those mittens will fit my daughter? And again they told me: «Well, you know, all children are different. But one of our customer bought them for her two year old boy and they were perfectly fine». So I bought them, and they are too small… All together mittens and dress costed me 70 bucks. Way too expensive for being too small. (Actually, thighs are ok!)
Not to mention — they did not even once smile to me.
WON’T GO TO THIS PLACE again!

Well, taking this Unilocal Shops Local pledge is infinitely easy when you’ve got super shopper spots like The Fig Tree around. Love, love, love.
Since I’ve received many gifts from this West Loop boutique (the telltale silver bags with maroon ribbons give the boy away, always) I figured I’d check it out for some serious gifting…
The mission: A birthday gift for my lovely mother.
The goods: A set of the softest cotton pajamas. Blue with pink flowers, sort of a vintage feel. Gift bag. Card. Magnet. All for under $ 60. Hurrah! The verdict is out on whether she’ll like them, but I would put money on «yes, pajamas!»
They have a nice little smattering of accessories, and a lot of kiddo gifts! Fantastic stationary, cards, thank you notes, knick knacks and an array of grand giftable items.
Xmas shopping? Birthday shopping? Baby shopping? Stop in, very worth it and the shop gals are super friendly and helpful.
*street parking relatively easy. (meters)