I was struggling to find a mother of the bride dress that fit, didn't look like something my…read moregrandmother would wear and complimented my inverted triangle shape (and appropriate). Finally, gave up after ordering/trying 8 dresses, and went to Jocelyn's, because of how awesome they were with our daughter when she was dress shopping. She did purchase her dress there. I gave them all the specifics requested by the bride in advance, and, in less than an hour, treating me like a queen, with so many beautiful dresses they picked out for me to try on, I had my dress. It was not a $200 run of the mill dress that you would blend into the crowd and soon be forgotten. My husband called it a show stopper, worth every penny just to hear him say I was stunning. Their dresses are great quality combined with one on one (I had two gals helping me) service. Photos of the big day included, and I got so many compliments on my dress. I would highly recommend that brides try Jocelyn's for their amazing service and selection as well as mom's. We all want to feel beautiful on special days/events and deserve it. Thanks again

Amazing mother daughter duo, beautiful natural lighting and dress options, our bride felt loved and…read moretaken care of - and we LOVED that they don't put you in a room, only one appointment at a time! HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Stopped here on a Saturday afternoon while in town for a visit and was met by the owner with a…read morefriendly smile. She was super outgoing and showed a genuine interest in what I was looking for. Absolutely adorable clothes and can't wait to return.

The boutique and the sneaker store combined is great! Very nice people and great deals.read more

Great customer service, free wrapping for Christmas, birthdays and all gifts…read more Easy exchanges and returns, unlike many other stores. They will also order you other sizes/colors from another store if they don't have it in stock and ship it to your house for free.

The Chanel Cosmetic counter is the place to go for helpful advice on how to enhance your face. Of…read morecourse the products are $$$, but in terms of quality, retention, and overall results you cannot beat the value. My go to person is Lisa. A sheer delight to work with giving reasonable facial tips.

On the first day of the month, have you ever heard someone say 'White rabbit'? According to…read moresuperstition, doing so gives you good luck. Well, this Iowa City gem will also give you good luck when it comes to finding gifts for friends, loved ones or yourself. It has so many locally made trinkets and treasures. There is new and old clothing. There is jewelry, accessories, mugs, candles, bath salts, cocktail infusion kits, art, cards, stickers, ornaments, coffee and more! It has something for everyone. Don't just take my word for it. My seven year old daughter, Cora, says this is where 'she finds ALLLLL her mom's favorite gifts.' (And she's not wrong.) I popped on to online shop on Small Business Saturday. I was in luck! 20% off the entire store. Score! I went and loaded my cart with Wake Up Iowa Coffee for my husband and a coworker. (If you haven't had this locally made brew-- do yourself a favor and get a bag.) I also snagged a Practical Magic Apothecary 'Holiday Cocktail' kit. I can't wait to serve it up this holiday season -- how does a mule with hibiscus, blood orange, cinnamon, cardamom and festive spices sound?! White Rabbit ships nationally ($5 flat fee!) and has free in-store pickup for you locals out there. White Rabbit, White Rabbit, White Rabbit! No matter if it is the first of the month or not, you'll feel lucky supporting this local, women-owned biz.

This place is the bee's knees. Could shop here for hours. So many cute things - clothes,…read moreaccessories, home decor, body and self care, thrifted pieces, and even some treats for your feline fam. Also, follow them on Instagram -- they often do a story shopping - meaning they post on their story, if you want it - you message them and like magic, it is yours (of course once you pay online)! They'll ship it to you or you can opt to pick up in store! So many great finds and they are considerate to limit the number of people in store, due to Covid-19. Appreciate that!

Lena, the owner, was my bridal consultant for the day. From the moment I walked in she made me feel…read moreso so special and relaxed. She knew exactly what she was doing! She gave me all the information I needed to know, walked me through the designers, and what the process would be like. She was able to identify early on what my taste was and guide me to finding the right gown. I finally tried on a gown that left me speechless and before I knew it, Lena had the veil on my head and I was in tears. Her timing was remarkable! She made me feel so beautiful and I really started to feel like a bride. I had an absolutely incredible experience here from beginning to end!!! I would highly highly recommend!!!

From the owner: unique. hip. modern. Choose The Bridal Shop as your premier…read morebridal boutique Whether you're planning an extravagant affair or a quiet elopement, your wedding dress is a representation of you. At The Bridal Shop, we work closely with each and every bride to create a personalized shopping experience. No matter what style you're looking for, we'll find the dress that suits you perfectly. Our bridal boutique specializes in the latest trends in styles, fabrics and colors. Plus, we offer modern formal wear rental options for even the most fashion-forward shoppers. If you're ready to discover the wedding dress of your dreams, visit The Bridal Shop today.

"I always say shopping is cheaper than a psychiatrist." -- said every customer of Velvet Coat…read more Jokes aside, Velvet Coat has been a fixture in the downtown district for nearly two decades. Loyal clients. High quality women's apparel and shoes. A GORGEOUS, light and bright store. And friendly, kind service. To be honest, the high price tag most of their items have is a bit out of my budget. And with over half a dozen other women's boutiques in the area, I'd probably choose to shop at any of them. BUT I appreciate what this women-owned shop brings to Iowa City. Upscale goods not offered elsewhere in the area and a pleasant shopping experience. This is one of two locations in the state of Iowa (the other is in DSM.) If you're in need of women's apparel that is unique to the area and don't mind spending a bit more for it-- come shop local at Velvet Coat. It's approachable and fashionable! And probably is cheaper than a psychiatrist.

I bought some earrings that almost immediately had problems--the finish started pealing off…read more They have a "no return" policy. Most reasonable businesses do not want to sell you a faulty product. So, I called and they indeed offered exchange/credit. No problems with that, they seemed happy to help. The pair I got instead had no issues.

Every time I come in this store, I leave feeling crummy…read more The customer service just really sucks here. I looked around for about 20 min before an employee acknowledged me (it's a pretty small store), and then she welcomed me in as if I had just walked in. Don't bother looking for anything a size 12 or higher, there's not going to be much. Which is odd, as the company promotes diversity and inclusion. Overall vibe is weird, but the clothing is a favorite of mine. I'm probably not going to come back to this particular store, and just stick to online.

I've been wearing Lululemon religiously for nearly 10 years and think they have fantastic products…read moreand excellent customer service. I typically shop online but am trying to do more local shopping. Today I had a pair of leggings to return so I made the trip down hoping to buy something else I haven't been brave enough to order online. Out of the 3 (4? ... not sure if the one was working or shopping.....) workers and no other customers, one looked up to see who walked in (the door says someone will greet you but no one was looking). After slowly paroozong through the entire store, having 2 employees walk past me without saying a word I returned my crops and left. One laughed as I tried to "pull" instead of "push" the door open on my way out. Terrible service for such an outstanding company and product. I won't be back.

Ordered clothing online after reviewing available videos and confirming biz was part of Comment…read moreSold. Ordered non sale and sale items. Most of the sale items were prior returns- wadded up and thrown into bags, then reshipped to me. One item I wouldn't even touch. 'New item', based on pricing, was defective and and badly wrinkled, also a return. I understand returns happen, but items shouldn't ship out looking like they were slept in. Also received a wrong item. I've sent multiple emails to this biz, with no reply. It's been almost two weeks. I want to return items, but can't confirm address is correct. I'd think twice before buying anything from GRACEANN Boutique.

Love this store! Everything I receive is great quality and exactly as described. Owner is super…read morehelpful at helping me find my size.

Stopped by there to look at getting some custom caps made. The young woman working there was too…read morebusy playing on the computer to even look up at us. Total waste of time as a result and very disappointed as I'll have to order elsewhere rather than purchasing at a local store front.

Skeffington's was more than accommodating for a prom suit rental with only six days notice. Lola…read morewas amazing to work with and extremely professional. She fitted my son perfectly and we had his suit within 48 hours. It was a great experience and would absolutely use them again!

Fast and painless! Great Service. Honest and answered all our questions. They knew the date of our…read moreschool's prom so no wrong dates are picked.