Transformations by Rori

I just had to know. I had never dressed as a woman but loved to feeling of nylons. I am a newbie at this and needed to stay discreet… I gathered my courage and walked in to Transformations. I was greeted immediately by Rori, the owner, She is a very charming and disarming lady who instantly made me feel comfortable. I quietly shared my fantasy. She smiled knowingly. Before I knew it, I had a sexy black skirt, top bra, black lace thigh highs, panties, a wig, and some nice shoes. I loved how they fit and Rori was very helpful as I tried things on. For that matter, the really nice TG ladies in there doing their own shopping were ALL very friendly (Olivia, others). The pricing at the store is VERY reasonable too!
So after making my purchases, I left the store. I thought the two outfits I bought looked and felt great… but I still didn’t know. I went back the next day and asked Rori to do a makeover. I just had to know if I’d look ridiculous or just MAYBE a little bit sexy. As she began the process from her heavily mirrored salon chair, I learned she was a former stage director and makeup artist. Let me just say, she is an expert & true artist. The cost for first timers is only $ 75 and worth every penny!
This will sound immodest, but let’s just say when Rori was done, I looked HOT :)
One other thing, Rori looked me up and down and gave me my name: Andrea Kay. I loved it –and there was no charge :)
So if you’re a newbie like me, take the leap and go see Rori at Transformations. It is a great experience that could even change your life. I will be going back every time I come to Chicago!

this is such a fun store! cute clothes, and a million wigs. rori spent a ton of time finding me just the right wig, and she has two cute shop dogs. a great little find in arlington heights.

After losing my hair due to chemo I went to Transformations for my wig. It was the best experience ever. I walked out the door feeling like me again. Now fast forward more than six months later and I decided I needed to get another wig just to freshen up my look for a very special occasion. When I called and heard the store was closed due to remodeling I was so disappointed. I was going to be at a wedding and I was also a reader so I knew everyone would be looking at me. I would be seeing people I had not seen in years. I left a message and I could not believe that Rori, the owner called me back the same day. All of her merchandise is packed away while the store is being redone, but she said she would try and order a wig for me. This was taking place just a few days before Christmas! Well, I got a call on Christmas Eve that the wig arrived! I just could not believe that Rori went out of her way to make me look so good for a very special wedding. I cannot thank her enough. I wish Rori the very best and I know the remodeling will be great once it is all done. I have he’d the best experience ever!

A great place to find just the right wig. Good quality, large selection, great prices and the best part is Rori’s expertise! Don’t miss it!

Transformations is an opera diva’s dream come true. The shoes I bought some years ago still get other singers running to find out where I got them. Wigs, feather boas, accessories and help in finding the right look. Fantastic!

Ok, funny story.
About three years ago I was in Arlington Heights with a friend from out of town. She wanted to go shopping someplace unique, and I said that I’d passed this place on Arlington Heights Road that, from the window, looked like it might be a vintage shop. I suggested we check it out, so we headed there.
Once inside, I immediately noticed the big posters at the entrance. It’s been three years now, but I believe it was Liza Minneli. Or maybe Judy Garland. Or Joan Crawford? Anyway, you get the picture.
So, we started browsing. I couldn’t find anything in my size, but they did have plenty of plus-​sized gowns, almost all of them sparkling with sequins. Then I saw the selection of size 12 shoes. And the wigs. And the fake boobs. And the clerk, glancing over at us with an amused look on his face.
That’s when I realized — I am in a drag queen shop.

This is a girlie girl fantasy land. Rori has everything from formal wear to lounge wear, hair pieces/​extensions, designer shoes, costume jewelry & make-​up. She has a lot of really glamorous items– think boa’s, etc. There’s also a generous section for larger women. She is a makeup artist and does makeovers, as well. Quite popular with the TG crowd, I would imagine. Fun, fun, fun!