The inventory is ginormous! They can even order a different color/size with free shipping directly…read moreto you! My daughter and 7 friends did a group shopping trip (mom's too) they all have different body shapes, color preferences and styles, and every girl went home with their dream dress in under 2 hours. The best part, other than stress-free, the price! prices are affordable! The owner devotes so much time and attention to her business, she knows her inventory and is so helpful. She has a vast knowledge of the industry, designers, fads, and has a wide variety. You don't need to travel out of state, they are right here in Iowa! They also have a very experienced seamstress on site too! I highly recommend Dream Dress!

Wonderful selection of designer gowns. Amazing staff who goes above and beyond ro help you find rhe…read moreperfect dress

We found The Barkery in the Newbo Market downtown Cedar Rapids…read more They specialize in homemade dog and cat treats! We purchased banana peanut butter biscuits and a banana peanut butter cupcake with yogurt topping. Wrigley, our pug, absolutely loved them! We'll definitely be return customers! They also have a punch card!

From the owner: The Barkery specializes in fresh homemade gourmet dog biscuits.read more

Everything you want, not a zillion dollars…read more Um, yes please? So Catherine's-- the sister store of Champions-- is everything you want at a super high price point. It has been an ICDD staple for decades. It's posh and whatever you purchase from there you'll have for years to come! Champions however, is more approachable. It's fun and bright. There's sequins and vegan leather pieces. Multiple Iowa Hawkeye items. And OMG their shoe selection is adorbz. This shop popped up last fall in the bottom of Park@201- that sleek as you know what glass building in the Ped mall that Buzz lives in. It seems to be a permanent pop up shop in the salon, actually. It has neon lights and there's a massive smiley face on the front. I saw on their Instagram they were having a huge end of winter sale so I decided to pop online and check it out. (Their items all are sold on Catherine's website.) I scored some new jeans, sequins joggers, two tops, Iowa Fanny pack, Iowa jacket, gloves, hat and handbag for under $70. (And TBH I'm still eyeing some white combat boots...) I can't wait to peruse this approachable boutique in person! Check out Champions-- Catherine's younger, cheaper, more fun sister-- your wallet and closet will both thank you.

If pictures could smell, the fragrance would be sweet, yeasty, and soothing. It is like walking…read moreinto my grandma's house when she was making cinnamon rolls. I get here at about 5:55 on a Friday or Saturday to get my fix. I've heard they can run out before their closing time, and I don't want to take that chance! Always cinnamon rolls...but this morning, a lemon bar too. The lemon bar is fragrant and the crust is buttery perfection. After a few bites from my new favorite, I moved on to the pecan roll. Goodness gracious they are delicious. Perfectly baked bread and the caramelization and nuts are perfectly toasted. I hope to see you at 5:55 am at My Mom's Bakery!

Everything was fabulous. Good thing they're only open 2 days my body weight thanks you.read more