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September 2023 by Nipa Khanom
The dresses are eye-catching, the price is very friendly, ? that impressed me, I enjoy coming here♥️♥️♥️
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April 2023 by Sandy Hamilton
My favorite place in Iowa city to find incredible clothes!
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March 2023 by C. Keenan
Wonder Womens clothing with a nice variety of brands and styles. Very nice and helpful staff.
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December 2020 by Jennifer A.
Velvet Coat is my favorite place to splurge in Iowa City. The staff are very friendly and inviting; sometimes "upscale" places can be intimidating but the atmosphere is unpretentious. If you want to spoil yourself or someone you love, Velvet Coat will not disappoint.
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October 2020 by Arati U.
I bought some earrings that almost immediately had problems--the finish started pealing off. They have a "no return" policy. Most reasonable businesses do not want to sell you a faulty product. So, I called and they indeed offered exchange/credit. No problems with that, they seemed happy to help. The pair I got instead had no issues.
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August 2020 by Kristine M.
Absolutely love this store and the wide selection of quality clothing and accessories they have. Has been a go to place for me to find an outfit for a special occasion or just for a night out. They always make you feel special and offer great advice for picking something that you will love.
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May 2019 by Jenni H.
"I always say shopping is cheaper than a psychiatrist." -- said every customer of Velvet Coat. Jokes aside, Velvet Coat has been a fixture in the downtown district for nearly two decades. Loyal clients. High quality women's apparel and shoes. A GORGEOUS, light and bright store. And friendly, kind service. To be honest, the high price tag most of their items have is a bit out of my budget. And with over half a dozen other women's boutiques in the area, I'd probably choose to shop at any of them. BUT I appreciate what this women-owned shop brings to Iowa City. Upscale goods not offered elsewhere in the area and a pleasant shopping experience. This is one of two locations in the state of Iowa (the other is in DSM.) If you're in need of women's apparel that is unique to the area and don't mind spending a bit more for it-- come shop local at Velvet Coat. It's approachable and fashionable! And probably is cheaper than a psychiatrist.
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January 2018 by Laura K.
I received a beautiful pair of shoes from Velvet Coat from my husband for Christmas; unfortunately, they did not fit. Also unfortunately, my husband lost the receipt. Now for the particulars. They were purchased on 12/5, I didn't receive them until 12/28 (we were out of town celebrating a late Christmas), my husband attempted to return them (they are unworn) the week of 1/15 seeking either store credit, or credit the card. He was told that the return policy is 7 days from purchase date, but, because of the holidays, they extended the return date to 12/31 - this is the case WITH or WITHOUT A RECEIPT. (This is a completely ridiculous policy, IMO). In either case, we were out of luck. They attempted to have pity on him and offered to give him store credit for the amount of the current purchase price - mind you, this new price is $100 less than his purchase price (they're awesome shoes). He decided to have one more go and look for the receipt. He couldn't find the receipt, but did print out proof of the purchase from the credit card statement. Now it's my turn to try to get this store credit. Nope. I just returned from the store where I was told that not only could I not receive store credit in the amount of the full purchase price with this new proof, but I cannot receive store credit at the current price either. Moral of the story - I will NEVER go back to this store with a ridiculous store return policy. Second moral of the story - my husband tried to buy local, but will look online next time, where the return policies are FAR more accommodating.
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January 2018 by Abby R
Always love the windows of this boutique. I can't walk by without wanting to go in. They have upscale dresses that are perfect if you have been invited to a wedding. They also have blouses that are perfect for work.