Purple Poppy is perfect place to find cute outfit that you won't be able to find anywhere else…read more Great selection of clothing, accessories and shoes! I plan to pick up several Christmas gifts here this year! Love it!

What a cute boutique clothing store!!! The staff is super friendly. Lots of close parking. Many…read morecute tops to choose from. They currently have their summer merchandise on sale as the fall items are coming in. There is good selection of IOWA/ISU/UNI items. They are also starting to carry plus size items as well. To match the cute outfits they have a large selection of fun jewelry to match.

Give is the place to go for that "special" gift and especially for men shoppers who have trouble…read morecoming up with just the right one. Suzanne and her staff are experts in customer service and have a terrific selection to chose from. Everything is gift wrapped , all you have to do is take it home and bask in the glory!

Omg, this place is great! It starts with the owner and all her staff. They are so kind and very…read morehelpful! I love going in to Give and check out the new offers as well as I will check out the website too. They have customer service down. I love to find host gifts, housewarming gifts and new home gifts at Give. They also wrap the purchase as a value added service... Such a cute place and the service is second to none... definitely a place to add to your list!

Cindy's has amazing unique stuff. Unique clothes, jewelry, shoes, handbags and other accessories…read more Every time I have (no lie) something on that I purchased there at least one person asks about were I got it because they love it. The staff are UBER friendly and ridiculously helpful! I have been there a handful of times over the years and yesterday when I was there Cindy came up to me to tell me about the necklace brand that I like. I was so impressed that she could remember what I like since it has been well over a year since I have been in. If you appreciate that level of customer service and you understand the importance of shopping local this is your place! Simply unbelievable, really!

Cindy is an angel and I highly recommend that women go check it out to add some fun, and colorful…read moreadditions to their closet!

Excellent staff. Clean facilities. Many jewelry choices. They took great care of me and gave me…read morevery clear instructions for aftercare.

Jacob pierced both my helix and conch. I had a ton of anxiety before the session, and he was kind,…read morepatient, and explained every step of the process. I've been back twice since, and wouldn't go to another place. It's clean, welcoming, and the jewelry is beautiful. I appreciate his professionalism and commitment to his clients!

Cottage by the Creek is now available Valley West Mall at the 35th street I-235 exit at the…read moresouthwest entrance. This is still a fabulous shop even though it is no longer in a cottage by the creek... my go-to place to buy home accents, wedding gifts, holiday ornaments, and gifts for girls and women. The owner is filled with creative ideas.

In a charming neighborhood, you will find Cottage by the Creek, in Des Moines, Iowa…read more It is a quaint cottage surrounded by a flower-filled yard and trees. When you open the door, you meet a perfectly delightful and friendly shop owner. There is a wonderful variety of merchandise that would please a diverse array of shoppers....jewelry, clothing, kitchen items, large assortment of beautiful French tablecloths, home decor and much more. I bought two great necklaces made from Tagua seeds from Ecuador. I just love them and have received many compliments when I wear them. They are so attractive and unique. I also purchased a gorgeous rectangular French tablecloth in blues and yellows and some cute kitchen towels. In my shopping I also acquired a stylish top with a lacy edge and a fishnet type top to go with it. The shopkeeper also has many artistic wind chimes for your patio. Mine has a metallic dragonfly and colorful beads. If you can't make it to her shop, she also has a stall at the awesome Des Moines Farmers Market every Saturday for 6 months of the year. That's another thing that you should definitely experience! What a great little shop, full of such interesting things! Wish it was in my city!

I'm shocked to see the low rating for this! I understand being frustrated when consignment only…read moretakes a few items of yours, but getting paid cash for used clothes is still more than you'd get donating. My brother and I went out of our way to shop here on our recent visit home exclusively because of this Platos' Instagram posts- we saw so many great new stocked items, quality brands and huge selection and had to go back! It had been a while since we'd been in, and let me tell you - the selection and quality of this Plato's is way better than the ones we've been to in MN. This store is so HUGE, bright and airy, and they have it organized perfectly so you know exactly where to find things. We didn't sell this time, but there was literally a line the minute they opened for folks to sell, and more kept coming. I've seen them end buying early on some days and announce it online because I'm sure they get so many interested in selling. Sellers, remember: they don't HAVE to take your clothes, and they are picky for a reason! Don't expect to make your money back on what you bought years ago and then wore a ton :) I found some great pairs of shoes: cute clogs for $12, sandals for $8, like new Nikes for $30, and a sports tank for $6. My brother found a pair of brand new Adidas for $35 and a tee for $6. I could have spent way longer there looking through the clothes but we were on a bit of a time crunch. Give yourself 1-2+ hours here to look through everything! I loved their Instagram rack of things they'd featured, and they had so many great shoes, bags, swimsuits, and sportswear that interested me. Highly recommend - and can't recommend shopping secondhand enough! Reduce fast fashion and clothing waste, give items a new life, and save yourself money :)

1st time there last weekend-didn't realize how much great stuff you can get! Definitely coming back…read moreto shop again.

Great clothes and great service and prices are so affordable ..found a lot to buy and accessorized…read moreit all at great prices too...would recommend to everyone

Good selection, but terrible customer centrism by the owner. The problem is that the owner would…read morenot honor what an associate told a customer about a returnable item. My mother-in-law is in a cast due to wrist surgery and an associate told her it was no problem to pay for the clothes and try them on at home where she could have more assistance and privacy and then just return what she didn't like or what didn't fit. She tried on the clothes that night and then brought the ones back that didn't fit or weren't what she wanted the next day by noon. The owner was NOT customer centric at all and simply recited the policy written on the receipt. While this may be a perfectly normal procedure, it is completely ridiculous when an associate specifically told her that she could return them due to the extenuating circumstances of her arm in a cast that the owner would not honor what their employee told a customer. Especially since without the associate's comment she would not have spent $200.00. Moral of the story: Expect the owner to choose policy recital over good, common business sense and quality customer service.

The Container Store sure lives up to its name! Offering a vast array of storage and organizational…read moresolutions that cater to every nook and cranny of your home or office... Whether you're decluttering your pantry, revamping your closet, or finding clever ways to organize your craft supplies, you're likely to find what you need and more. Exceptional selection, helpful and friendly staff, and well-organized and inspiring displays. A mecca for organization, but be mindful of the pricing... The Container Store is a fantastic resource for anyone serious about organizing their space. The selection is unparalleled and the staff is generally helpful. The store itself is a pleasure to browse. However, be prepared for potentially higher prices compared to other big box stores. Have a plan in mind before walking in...to avoid possibly feeling overwhelmed by the abundance of choices! Be sure to ask about their rewards program to save on future purchases!

I walked into my first Container Store years ago in the Houston Galleria area. I lived near the…read moreWalnut Creek branch for years, and since then I find an occasional urban area (like West Des Moines) that has one. I'm naturally attracted to merchandise that can be used to store stuff. At the same time, Gayle would advise that I buy less "stuff", thus minimizing any further container purchases. So here I was in West Des Moines, primarily to look for luggage at REI. And much to my pleasant surprise was this Container Store, just an easy stroll away. I wandered around for a while imagining the possibilities. I ended up with some hangers (which for some reason we always need) and a couple cool storage boxes. Sorry Gayle. :)

Shoe department is good for most events. Have too many shoes though so on a shoe buying freeze for…read morenow.

Dress shopping with mom!! Everyone's favorite activity! I was very happy with the amount of dresses…read moreto chose from. Quantity is important when two people have very different tastes. More important than quantity is the prices for a quality item. I ended up getting 3 summer dresses for less than $60. This makes my heart sing! Mom found 2 dresses as well so a long day turned into a short trip and we had plenty of time for a day drink!

Talia was super helpful and sweet. This made the experience much better! Definitely coming backread more

Classy and chic jewelry for the everyday wear! I enjoy all the pieces and even the most simple…read moreones. The color bar allows you to customize if you can't find what you want! This place feels like a little big city in Des Moines and makes for great gifts The event was tons of fun and allowed us to have one on one with the managers