Bella Otér is a women-owned, women-built lingerie and loungewear boutique and experiential community space in Downtown Evanston. It is founded by Kimberly Grzesek, a researcher turned entrepreneur whose work bridges psychology, design, and women’s well-being mission is to create a space where clothing, emotion, and connection meet, where women can rediscover what it feels like to be in their bodies, not just dress them. By bringing their small batch collections to Evanston, Kim is introducing Chicago’s North Shore to a new category of luxury: intimate, intentional, and rooted in emotional design.

Bella Otér is more than a boutique. It is a community hub. The space serves complimentary tea and coffee throughout the day and hosts workshops and reflective gatherings in collaboration with transformational coach Stephanie Puente, exploring themes of identity, self-expression, and what femininity means to you. In addition, Oter After Dark transforms the boutique into a warm, candlelit evening lounge open from 7 to 10PM for women to unwind, connect, and shop at their own pace, with curated beverages and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.