Where to dig up vintage finds

The only thing you need to know to experience the joy of vintage jewelry shopping in Chicago? Go directly to The Antique and Resale Shoppe, left, 7214 N. Harlem Ave. (in an unlikely strip mall just north of Touhy Avenue), 773-631-1151; antiqueandresale.com. Introduce yourself to the lively owners, Suzanne Lazer and Jules Breen, take a deep breath, then start shopping. The jewelry selection here is mind-blowing, well-priced and brilliantly organized. And the owners are approachable and know their stuff. The store's only annual sale — 20 percent off everything — is March 20-27.

March 4, 2010