Fun new clothing boutique in Winterset, on the west side of the courthouse square. Super cute…read moretops, dresses and other items. The ladies were super friendly and helpful and are very familiar with the clothing items and their fits. The dressing room area features large, gorgeous curtains so it is quick and easy to try something on. There are also some little girls clothing and accessory items, as well as mens Jean's.

Kin in the East Village is the kind of shop you walk into and immediately slow down because there's…read moreso much to take in. The whole space feels warm and intentional soft lighting, crystals lining the staircase, art, jewelry, and the cutest little displays tucked into every corner. It's cozy without feeling cluttered, and everything feels really thoughtfully curated. I loved how it has a mix of things Including unique gifts, cards, home pieces, and little spiritual/wellness touches that make it feel a bit magical. You can tell it's one of those shops where every item was chosen with purpose, not just to fill shelves. It's also just a really calming space to be in. I found myself wandering slowly, picking things up, and actually enjoying browsing instead of rushing through. If you're walking around the East Village, this is 100% a place you have to pop into even just for the vibe. Definitely one of those spots you'll keep thinking about after you leave

Really loved visiting Kin in Des Moines. My coworkers and I had aura photos done. I've had mine in…read morethe past and it was yellow both times. On this day I had a white aura! Highly recommend the experience. Ken is such a cool store with an amazing selection of tarot, and Oracle cards. Lots of crystals, jewelry, and cool metaphysical items. The staff was really kind and helpful.

Incredible selection, funky finds for sure! The service and authenticity of their products was…read morebeyond expectations. Thrilled with what I got and always happy to go back and find more.

Everyone working here was in a bad mood…read more Also, thanks for grabbing my items and placing them behind the counter! I appreciate that you think I look like a thief.

Featuring mostly Iowa-made products for your home, office, kitchen, bathroom, pantry, or a gift,…read morethis store, located where the historic Oak Park and Highland Park neighborhoods meet on Des Moines' north side, gets it right! There is such a good vibe within, as owner Mallory is a friendly, kind person who has a lot of unique, hand-made, terrific items. She's a Story City native and a UNI grad, and she fully supports and recommends some nearby shops. I especially loved her greeting cards, candles, charcuterie boards, and cookbooks. The shop is in its fifth year and is thriving. I appreciated the fair pricing and overall quality of the products. We will add Des Moines Mercantile to our stops on future visits to Des Moines.

What a cute store! We just happened to be in the neighborhood and thought we would check it it…read more They had a variety of cool cool books to cooking utensils to cookware. They had pillows made from recycled vintage wool blankets. The cast iron cookware is amazing. There were even candles and some baby clothes and books. They had small bags of coffee from Guatemala and a few other places.

As a former employee, the store looks nothing like it used to. After Covid, none of employees were…read morecalled back to work. Two of my coworkers called to go back to work. The Funroom is not fun, Ben Nye makeup is sparse, magic tricks are few and far between, and the moral because of the owner is awful. Those who are there are somewhat disgruntled and absolutely no raises at all. I worked there 11 years and a 50 cent raise..its not stocked like it was at all..its just not fun anymore.

Omg! THE place for your dancers needs, tights, leotards, ballet , toe shoes tap shoes...you get the…read moreidea! If you need a costume for a theme party, Halloween...a Santa suit? This where you go! Locally owned so that means they know how to greet everyone who walks in the door! You can spend as little or much as you want! From wigs to full costumes or you can even rent you some great things. Nothing is beyond your imagination! You can even get a Princess crown!

Fantastic Vintage Clothing store, and costume shop! They also have Records, and other fun retro…read moredelights! This a fun place to go with friends! You can spend hours sifting through the vintage goods! The store is huge and the prices are very responsible! Compared to other cities! They will also rent you costumes! This is a go to spot for Halloween shoppers! Next time you roll through Valley Junction stop in and try something fun on!

Oh Atomic Garage... it's a shame you don't have more reviews in general... I just had to review…read moreyou. Atomic Garage is an amazing vintage clothing and vintage store in the trendy area in Des Moines... the owner/manager is super chill and a fun person who takes her vintage clothes seriously. Their selection is awesome and reasonably priced for how rare some of it is. It's definitely a great place to stop in when you're in town... and an even better place to stop in when you need a badass outfit to go to a formal event with. It's super well organized and just an overall fun store to walk around. The only reason I took a star off is because some of the stuff isn't for sale. It's only for rent... and that disappointed me. I don't live in town, so I couldn't rent the incredible options of suits/tuxedos that they sell there.

Such a lovely store! Perfect for grabbing a gift for that someone who likes to look chic but also…read morecares about the world around her! Marne is a vegan & sustainable, women's boutique. Located in a beautiful space in the East Village. Angela the owner takes the time to find brands that give a damn. And that on its own is super unique and awesome!

Heat Of Iowa is a cute store filled with many great gifts for yourself or others…read more Located on a bustling street filled with shops, this place offers a lot. Home decor, trinkets, chocolate cow patties and homemade fudge fill the room. My friend purchased a beautiful wooden cutting board in the shape of Iowa. The woman working did her job but wasn't too friendly. That's ok, it did not change our experience.

Best-in-class service! They immediately jumped at the opportunity to support our team, who were in…read moretown for a conference, with very little notice. Despite the tight timeline, they delivered adorable and highly functional snack boxes for 13 people with an impressive same-day turnaround. The boxes were thoughtfully put together and made a huge impact--truly a highlight of our team's day. Everything was executed seamlessly and with great attention to detail. We really appreciated the responsiveness, creativity, and care that went into making this happen!