It's always treasure hunting or adventure in shopping when you visit Artifacts. The inventory is…read morealways changing from antique from historical, vintage, Antique,, retro, to classic. You name it they probably have it or will have some time. From from toys, comics, furniture, tools, instruments of all kinds and types, jewelry, clothes.... The people who work there are friendly and knowledgeable. The prices tend to be reasonable, but occasionally I find some items to believe to be slightly overpriced. Remember prices are marked at time of the store's appraisal of the item before being placed on the floor, so it's price may not reflect current market value trends. Just keep that in mind when shopping here. All in all the over all prices are usually fair or a steal if you know your stuff and have an eye for what you're looking for.

This is a nick nack used stuff store. It's much bigger than it looks like from the outside. If I…read morewasn't leaving on a plane, there was lots of stuff i'd like here. It's got a lot of stuff and it's pretty interesting.

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!

On day thirty one, I online shopped…read more I read this great article the other day about present shopping intentionally. (Eco-Friendly, Hand-Made, Small Biz, Woman Owned... etc) It got me inspired. With Mother's Day a whopping THREE weeks away-- I figured I'd both support my local woman-owned small biz and get a gift or two to make a mom in my life feel seen, loved and appreciated. This review is for an online shopping experience at Revival. Their site is easy to use. I love the tabs...from new to sale items. Gifts for under $25 tab, too. They've got a little bit of something for everyone-- but compared to the store, selection is a bit limited. With the lovely lady in my life being 70+ and growing more fearful by the day of this pandemic-- I opted for the Cold & Flu Blend of essential oils. Practical, yet thoughtful. (Annnnnd... I may have gotten something for myself. HEY. I'm a mom, too! Revival has a WONDERFUL Free People selection.) I made my two purchases... got to the dreaded shipping options... and saw all local deliveries are free! I got my package a mere TEN HOURS after ordering it. (Even with a text informing me it had been left on my step.) Support local. Support small. Support women-owned. Support retail during this crazy time. Oh, and don't forget to spoil your momma. Shop Revival!

Selection is decent, my mom bought a pair of pants when she was in town, they ended up being too…read moreshort, not to mention they cost over $100. I went to return them two weeks later when I had time and they let me know they don't accept returns after 10 days even tho they had tags on and clearly had not been worn. The lady at the counter wasn't outwardly rude but was not at all trying to help, had no wiggle room just happy to have made a sale?On top of that they donate towards a women's clinic that performs abortions- I'd rather not send money towards murdering babies in the womb so I won't be shopping here again.

The Shop IC has a fun, quirky little shop. They have a bit of everything from clothing to home…read moredecor and a unique selection of Hawkeye fan gear!

The service here was unpleasant. The store was empty of customers, and the employee told me to…read morelower my voice, even though I was speaking at a normal level and told me he didn't want to hear people talking. It had a nice selection, but the unpleasant service made me leave the store because I felt uncomfortable with that store employee.

Every visit to Iowa city, I stop in second act and always find unique treasures…read more This visit the shop was notably more tidy and warm. Maybe they are under new ownership? Anyway I found some Mephisto shoes, a colorful tank and one of a kind belt for my son for a bargain

I believe the owner of this shop is the rudest person I have ever met. I was a consigner & customer…read moreat her shop. I asked to remove one item from sale. She yelled at me, pointed her finger at me, & when I tried to talk, she told me to be quiet & listen. I am not a kid. I was 74 at the time. I had never been treated like this before or since.

This is a great thrift store! It's clean and organized. The staff are friendly and helpful. There…read moreare fitting rooms!

Great store!! Clean and organized. Very friendly employees Nice prices. I make sure to go there…read moreevery time I go to Iowa City.

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 Savvy Boutique is a hidden gem in Iowa City. I often stop in here and there when I'm in town. I…read moreoften find designer label clothes for significantly discounted pricing and excellent condition. I've purchased several stable items in my closet, which I find hard to do at consignment stores. The prices are reasonable and product is changing frequently. They provide excellent customer service each time I've been there. As the previous reviewer wrote, there's always things the can improve on and, the store simply can't meet everyone's style or needs. I'm glad you're open and can't wait to stop by.

Odd store. Owner seemed friendly on the phone but when I went in to drop off items to consign…read morewhichever employee was working that day had an attitude and was quite unpleasant to interact with. Most of the clothes I brought in were not accepted because the tag manufacture date showed they were made 2-3 years ago, despite them being in excellent condition & classic styles from quality brands. It seems like an odd policy for a store to not accept a wool LL Bean coat because it was manufactured two years ago, but isn't above selling Lulularoe. Overall the store has a very "mature" feel, to put it politely, and whoever is curating the inventory determined to be good enough to sell seems to be very out of touch with styles desirable for anyone younger than 60 years old. Perhaps the most memorable part of this store however is how badly it reeks of the Jimmy Johns sub store next store to it. I can't imagine what the clothes smell like once you get them home! I will not be returning & would not recommend consigning or shopping here.

As a thrifter of 50+ years, I only shop at this store in Iowa City, though we have many others…read more The staff is friendly, smart, helpful, and the store is clean and organized, not to mention the wonderful assortment of items. Thank you to all who maintain this store!

Store was very clean, the gentleman at the register was very personable. Had a good selection of…read morebooks (one of my favorite places to look for them!)