about us & press

About Us

About Us - Linda Pratka
founded in 2008, ilus boutique is new york's first 'luxury on lease' fashion experience.

President and Founder Linda Pratka developed the Ilus concept to respond
to the needs of Manhattan's young professional women who want to look like
a million bucks without breaking the bank. Our boutique enables stylish trendsetters to showcase the latest fashion without the hassle of dry cleaning, cluttered closets or wasted investments. Featuring established and emerging designers, Ilus offers New York's most fabulous clientele the perfect dress for any occasion.

Our entire collection of designer dresses, available to lease at a fraction of the retail price, can be selected from our boutique
or from the comfort of your own home.
Ilus' premium customer experience means flexibility and freedom for our clients.

We promise:
  • A wide selection of styles and designers
  • Less closet clutter
  • Cost-effectiveness
  • Complimentary stylist services

Please see our Contact page for location.

Press

June 25, 2009 NY1 Zagat Feature }

NY1 Zagat shopping guide highlights Ilus in video feature.

April 09, 2009 Fashionista.com }

Fashionista shares the secret of looking like a celebrity for less.

November 28, 2008 Fox News

Fox news special.

November 3, 2008 New York Magazine

Lauren Murrow features ILUS in New York Magazine's "Spend Less" issue.

September 20, 2008 Crains New York

Crains New York features Ilus as a cost effective solution to stay stylish during the recession.

September, 2008 Figaro Japan

Madame Figaro Japan reviews Ilus as an essential visit in New York.

August, 2008 Where NY

Where NY recommends Ilus to its readers for Fall fashion.

August 5, 2008 Lucky Magazine

Lucky Magazine features Ilus in September's issue.

July 26, 2008 Access Hollywood

Access "Fresh Buzz" news feature.

June 17, 2008 Women's Wear Daily

Women's Wear Daily features Ilus' novel approach to fashion.

June 16, 2008 W Magazine

The Editor's Blog features Ilus for offering luxury for lease.

June 10, 2008 Paper Magazine

Paper Magazine names Ilus as "Shop of the Week."

June 5-11, 2008 Time Out New York }

Rachel LeWinter features Ilus in the popular Time Out New York magazine.

June 4, 2008 Luxury Leasing }

ABC 7 News features a news segment
on ILUS.