I'm a long distance backpacker. I have a few things from a company called Arcteryx, and was looking…read morefor an authorized dealer. I went to their website and this shop popped up as a dealer location. I was intrigued since I hadn't heard of it before. I have to admit that when I first walked in, I thought I was in the wrong place. The front of the store isn't really outdoor gear. I lot of it is women's casual clothing. Then I started noticing things in the back. They have a pretty extensive collection of Darn Tough wool socks. Many of the styles were limited edition ones that I've never seen anywhere else. They had some other outdoorsy clothes in the back. I was impressed with the amount of Marmot items they carry. There were some outdoor gear items in a small section in the very back, but it doesn't seem to be a big part of their business. One of the items that stood out to me was the Sea to Summit Aeros inflatable travel pillow. I wish II'd had one of those for my flights to and from Hawaii earlier this year. The cost is similar to a regular travel pillow, but it's inflatable so it doesn't take up much space when you aren't using it. I asked about the Arcteryx gear. They said Arcteryx doesn't work with small shops like them anymore. It isn't their fault that they're still listed as a dealer, but I was disappointed about it. However, I expect I'll head back in a month or so when they get their winter stock in. I suspect they'll have some good winter jackets and gloves, and I really want to take a closer look at all the Darn Tough styles they had. Wool socks are so good for keeping your feet warm in the winter. And I just might pick up an Aeros pillow while I'm there, too.

Back Country started in Ames but it has been a classic cornerstone of the Beaverdale landscape…read moresince I've been alive! Every time I go in I am greeted warmly and quickly. It doesn't matter if you're just browsing or shopping with intent. The employees are intuitive! For example, just today I was looking at a table of bags, clearly doing a bit of comparing and a store clerk was there just as soon as I needed her. She even offered to check the contents of the next shipment of this bag because she could tell maybe I wasn't finding exactly what I wanted. After a quick check, she came back with the information. Though I wasn't sure which color or size I wanted, she did not pressure me into a sale. She was very pleasant and helpful. I've also been in with my big family before and let me tell you, the employees are very patient with indecisive shoppers. Not only are they patient, they're helpful. A few fun things about the store--you don't have to be a big outdoors person to appreciate the merchandise. I am certainly not found out on the trails many weekends, but there are a lot of unique and easy to wear offerings that fit perfectly into my wardrobe. Also, there's a "gear room" in the back of the store and I always have fun just perusing all of the crazy camping gear and gadgets. All in all, yes, much of their inventory might be found at big box sports stores in Des Moines, but this is a local business and that's what seals the deal for me.

When my grandma went into hospice, I knew I needed check if my suits fit me, given I was a bit…read morelighter than I had been in the past. Upon trying them on, they all made me looks like David Byrne in the Talking Heads film. Enter a trip to Henry's for a new suit. Selection is quality; you get what you pay for. Service is where they really stood out. When I explained the situation, they promised to put a rush on the tailoring in case events happened more quickly than expected. Turns out, hours later I was calling as she'd passed away, with still unclear timeline on services and when I'd need to travel to be at them. Luckily, it turns out the rush was no joke. Less than 6 hours after getting fitted for the new suit, I was picking it up from Mr. B's. Everyone there knew of my situation and was there to make sure everything turned out perfect. Fit was fantastic, and they were careful to make sure I'd considered all the accessories I needed to go with it. This service was really beyond what I could have dreamed of. Years ago, I noticed that the dress shirts I wore for work that continued to stay in my rotation and I received the most compliments on were all from Backroom/Henry's. Their service is always the best, and you truly get your money's worth. I'm in the process of rebuilding my wardrobe following my weight loss and Henry's/Mr. B will be my primary source for any categories they offer.

Amazing customer service! We used The Backroom for suits for our wedding and they have been nothing…read moreshort of incredible. They are all incredibly knowledgeable and the suits are gorgeous!

All fine and polite service....until you need to return. Read the fine print - not many stores…read morewon't accept returns anymore. You can get store credit, but many of their items are quite expensive and if you don't want anything else you may be out a good bit of money.

Any time I've been in Des Moines the last couple years, I've made it a point to stop in at…read moreFontenelle Supply Co. in the East Village area. I swear that I'm walking into a Portland Oregon shop (like Tanner or Machus) when I see the unique collection of leather goods, outdoor accessories (like Filson) and associated fashion (like waxed jeans from Red Clouds Collective of Portland). It's fun to look around and imagine the possibilities. They have their own leather shop in the back and they will do custom orders. I asked that take one of their passport holder designs and add a "flap and snap" feature to keep it all together better. That was done, mailed, and in my hands within a couple weeks.

Amazing Service ! I was in need of a suit the next day…read more Edgar worked very hard to put me in the right suit for the occasion and fit my budget. When Darrin the manager heard about my situation he immediately went to work for me. With the help of these two gentleman I was able to climb mountains I previously thought to be impossible. I can't thank Darrin and Edgar enough for their timely, courteous and over the top effort, education and erudition in professional menswear. I wear a suit differently now. I feel centered, comfortable and confident. The quality of the material and the design of the suit are world class. The sales staff nailed it. The tailor perfected the work of art. Darrin made it easy and seamless. Thank you to all of the staff at Mr B's.

The service and quality are awesome but you pay for it. It's not a slam because sometimes you just…read morehave to go top shelf and that's definitely what this place is. If you have an interview and are going for a big job you can't do an off the rack suit and this places prices are better than Von Maur. So if you're going for the good stuff this is the place. They sell ridge wallets for the same price as amazon as well.

I've walked by this place numerous times but never walked in. Saw something cool in the window and…read moredecided what the hell. This place is super cool!! Neat t-shirts, flannels, and costume jewelry. Everything from new to used. Even saw a flask that looks like sun screen, I wished I'd had at riot fest. They even have costumes for Halloween or that "who done it" mystery party you might have gotten invited to. If you're into quality inexpensive clothes give theses guys a try.

Nice store and clothing overall yes; but, stop pushing ur store card on customers that tell u no !read more

Through the years, I have purchased many items from Kohl's, and not once have I been disappointed…read more I know.....their marketing strategy is geared toward making people believe that everything they buy is a very good deal. But, in fact, they usually are!! I honestly believe that Kohl's offers everyone an outstanding value on almost all of the products they sell. Their prices on goods are both reasonable and fair, and offer solid value for price paid. All of their stores are exceptionally clean, well stocked and the merchandise is attractively displayed. And Kohl's does an excellent job of hiring. Their employees are courteous, professional, well informed , helpful and friendly! What's not to like about Kohl's? I will continue to shop at Kohl's well into the foreseeable future!

I've only heard good things about this place so far so I had to visit it. First impressions are…read morethat it's clean and well organized. For the size of the space, which isn't too big, they still had a great selection. Since we visited after the holidays they had lots of sales. Not as much furniture from what I could tell, but great amount of kitchen dinnerware and clothing! Parking lot is crazy big since it's by a few other places. Driving here was also a breeze since there were quite a few signs leading to it! I'll definitely be checking this place out again soon.

My gf and I stumbled across this thrift store yesterday as we were doing our rounds. I guess it's…read morebeen open for four months, but it hadn't shown up on our radar until now. A wide assortment of clothes and hard goods. As far as layout and in-store vibe I'd put this up as one of the nicest thrift stores in the Des Moines metro! From their web site: "About us: We wanted to create a different kind of thrift store with a premium shopping experience - one where people could count on finding a great variety of quality items in an organized, pleasant atmosphere. Thriftmart is a nonprofit store owned by Joppa. All merchandise has been donated by Joppa Partners to match our meticulous quality standards so that you'll enjoy quality finds, every time! We all know thrifting is important for sustainability. Reusing items is not only economical it also helps sustain the environment. Plus, all unsold Thriftmart merchandise goes to good causes--nothing goes to waste. What's more, every purchase helps someone experiencing homelessness to survive, find housing and rebuild their lives. Our goal is to ultimately help end homelessness in central Iowa." https://thriftmart.com/

What a cute store. If you like vintage this is for you. Sizes were pretty small (in my opinion)…read moreLoved the way it was decorated inside too.

This place is AMAZING! Boots, denim, blouses, jewelry, bags, belts, cameras, and it's small enough…read morethat it's not overwhelming. The owner is adorable and obviously has a great eye for what's worth displaying. She does buy outright and I can't wait to go through my closet and clear some space by bringing things here. Definitely check this place out!

Good selection especially fragrances. Bought many times for good value. One day I went there and…read morethey asked I do not show up here anymore. I went anyway, they don't care. Kinda dirty

Updating review since I noticed management did respond. (Prior long lines & just very chaotic) I…read morehave not been back tho. I might try again soon though.

I came here to get a navy blue suit for my best friend's wedding in a couple weeks. This location…read morewas helpful and made the process smooth for me. My buddy used his measurements for my suit and these guys made it work. They made minor adjustments and now the suit fits great! Plus, the price of the suit with a shirt and the was respectable. I've used their other location in Des Moines and have had great results for suits there as well. They are also having sales on shirts and pants so if you are looking for great style for a decent price, come here!

I needed to get a suit for a wedding. My measurements for the pants were awesome. Shirt and jacket…read morewere tailored wrong. They did what they could on the day of the wedding to make it right as best as possible.