Until about a month ago I never knew this store existed. It's been in Ely for a little while now. I…read morestopped in here with some coworkers on a Friday afternoon. Really to just browse, but I did leave with a few Christmas gifts. Very nice boutique. Well-curated with fun things from clothing and accessories to cute hostess gifts, some home decor and kitchen items. Unique things like the cactus shaped earrings and IPA beer scented soap I picked up. Prices are moderate; not any more or less than you might see at a mall. Recommend if you're in the area!

Very neat little boutique in the heart of Ely which opened in May 2016…read more On a moonlight bike ride from Cedar Rapids we noticed the lights were on in this little shop across the street from the local bar. The gentleman owner was keeping the store open after hours when he saw the large group of bike riders milling about at Odie's. Well, that garnered him at least two sales. Many small stores in small towns such as Ely look the part of someone just trying to follow their dream, with little preparation and know-how, but this shop is different. It is well decorated, with careful thought as to how merchandise should be displayed. It is not a bare bones, quickly thrown together place, ala those that are just open for the Christmas season. You know the type. They have a nice selection of clothes geared to Hawkeye fans, Cyclone fans, and bike riders as well. The clothes for cyclists are not biking clothes, rather normal shirts, etc with a cycling motif. They also had merchandise very suitable for baby showers. We made a return trip two days later to pick up a U of I jacket that my wife liked, and the woman on duty was very nice. All in all, a very nice addition to Ely.

Dulcinea has been serving the women of Iowa City for over twenty years! The shop is adorable,…read moreinside and out. Its mural has been a family photo favorite for years, so whimsical. And the inside is so bright with eclectic merchandise tastefully organized -- showcasing shirts, dresses, rompers, pants, jeans, skirts, shoes, purses and accessories... you name it! I feel you can you shop for any woman here, young or old. For instance, our last shopping trip-- both me and my mom (30 years different) found something we liked! That doesn't happen at most stores. You also can find something for any occasion, casual or formal. The brands they feature are trendy and while I feel like the price is a bit higher than I'd want to pay-- they do have sales! I have always been greeted with a smile by their staff. And can't say I have any poor experiences. Parking could be tricky, especially with school in session. I recommend walking a few blocks and parking in the Tower Parking Ramp. (First hour free!)

I absolutely adore this store! Such a sweet boutique with fantastic selection of the cutest…read moreclothing. The customer service is amazing. It's also locally owned by someone from Iowa City!! They have a sale section with great deals and also offer quality clothing at a fair price. Right on Dubuque St in the heart of downtown Iowa City, you can do a little shopping and grab some food and drinks. Highly recommend this place for trending women's fashion!

The Cete' Boutique at the Riverside Casino is a great place to shop for my wife. Every time we stay…read moreat Riverside my wife loves going in there to check out the seasonal, and most fashionable items Cete' offers. She always leaves with a couple of bags worth. The staff is really nice and is always willing to help out. Any time I have gone in there to get my wife a surprise they have always helped me pick something out and my wife always loves it. Very clean and modern. It's not very common to see such a nice Boutique in a Casino especially a Iowa Casino.

From the owner: Take a break from the ordinary and treat yourself to something truly unique. Ceté Boutique (located…read morenext to our spa, The Spa at Riverside) is pleased to offer our guests ladies' clothing, handbags, jewelry, mens' clothing and many unique beautiful gifts designed to make any person smile.

Was in town this Saturday and excited about stopping into Gotta Have It. We arrived about 4:40 pm…read moreand as we were approaching the boutique some one came out and took the Open sign down and put Closed sign on the door. If you say you're open until 5 then you need to be open! For tourists this is disappointing especially when I love stopping in when I'm in town.

Great little shop. Staff friendly and helpful. We definitely found something to buy Glad I had…read morelooked this place up.

I saw the most adorable pants in the window. HAD to have them. Took the last size small off the…read moremannequin and now I HAVE THE CUTEST PANTS! And I also have a beautiful black lace-bottom tank top. And I scored on the 20% off deal. The shop lady was super sweet and gave me ideas on what would go nicely with the pants. I came in the next day to show her the whole outfit. I looked so cute! We chatted for a few minutes and she gave me some ideas for afternoon activities in the area. I got lots of compliments all day on my new pants!

Cute little boutique, very reasonable prices and so sweet owner and people running this…read moreestablishment.

Loved the selection of clothing here! The owner travels to…read moreItaly to shop for unique things you won't find just anywhere. My sister and I spent a day in Galena shopping and this was our favorite store. It offers a wide variety of clothing to suit the tastes of most women. It had some things for younger women, but not juniors. I liked that the styles were fresh and didn't seem for just 'older' women. The woman that was working that day really knew the merchandise and was able to help us try things we ended up loving, but wouldn't have picked out on our own. Make sure you spend time in here when you shop Galena!!

I can't say enough amazing things after walking into the store. On a scheduling note, I will say…read morethey are closed Monday /Tuesday, so please take note. Now the good stuff - The owners who are sisters are super cool and explained to me their vision for their new thrift/ vintage eclectic store, which is a highly curated jack of all trades and master of ALL, at the same time!! This is a much needed store that competes with Artifacts, the second act, and every other thrift store, but has its own unique vibe that is different from all of the others in Iowa City. When you think of small business, this is it. I highly recommend giving them a look because if you're a little bored from the Iowa City thrift scene, there's a new show in town and the matinee is worth the price! Sellers also know they consign. They're still structuring their business model. So a great place to check out on the regular for now. Great time to experiment as a buyer and / or seller.

From the owner: Step into Wonderland, a curated collection of high-quality vintage & modern clothing and magical…read morewonders for the home. Every piece is thoughtfully selected to blend timeless charm with contemporary flair—perfect for those who love to stand out with style and substance. From bold color pops to minimal everyday staples, our collection is all about expressing yourself with confidence, creativity, and a nod to the past. We’re all about pieces (and things!) that make you smile. Curated finds added regularly. Books, tea & gifts! Local Art & Music Events. In store vendor Pop Ups. We hope to see you soon! Stay curious.

I love this store so much...the staff amazing, they are always there to help and so friendly. I buy…read moreall my clothes there and I love the trendy styles. Prices are great. Galena is amazing but this is the best of the best.

It's a nice shop. They have a lot of space, and a lot of lovely home decor items. I didn't really…read morespend much time in here though, as I felt a bit out of place. I wasn't acknowledged by either of the employees when I was there, though they welcomed pretty much everyone else that came in whilst I was there. Oh, well, their attitude may have saved me some money. I did happen to be in there on "splurge day", so I took one of the chocolate covered strawberries they had for customers. They were pretty good, so, thanks for that.