Summer is here, and our spring cleaning has us looking at empty hangers that are ready to be filled. When creating your summer wardrobe, be sure to shop small and local first by browsing these great summer options from local boutiques. For those seeking trendy, sustainable, or unique styles, there are a variety of local shops and boutiques to explore right here in Des Moines!
Last Updated: May 2025
Marne
350 E Locust St Suite 101, Des Moines, IA 50309
Marne has some of the best summer essentials with fabrics that truly breathe. We love the tie detail on this organic cotton top and black pairs well with everything. Stop into this cute, sustainable shop in the East Village or order ahead online!
Preservation
3619 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
Polk-a-dots are always in! The print can be used as a neutral for so many styling options…and it’s mini, which makes everything cuter. As always, we love what Preservation does and stands for, so we were more than excited to see what they whipped up for summer.
Harlow & James
417 Maple St, West Des Moines, IA 50265
Harlow & James specializes in plus size and curvy fashion, offering special occasion dresses, wide-calf boots, denim, and more. This lightweight denim dress is a summer essential and packs easily for warm weather getaways.
May Eleven
350 E Locust St Suite 103, Des Moines, IA 50309
A welcome addition to the East Village, this women’s clothing store features affordable, versatile styles for various occasions. Consider their embroidered jumpsuit, which transitions easily from casual to dressed-up and would look great with both neutral or colorful accessories.
Blonde Genius
165 S Jordan Creek Pkwy Suite 165, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Everyone needs at least one pair of denim shorts in their summer rotation. These AGOLDE Indra shorts have a distressed slouchy boyfriend fit, but if they aren’t your vibe, Blonde Genius has many other denim styles to choose from.
Goldeneye
313 E 5th St #100, Des Moines, IA 50309
Graphic tees are a closet staple. Snag this cool vintage Chicago Bulls tee or head down to Goldeneye in the East Village to sort through their gems for yourself.
Leona Ruby
400 E Locust St Suite 7, Des Moines, IA 50309
Top off your looks by adding a pair of adorable sunnies to your wardrobe. Leona Ruby has a variety of sunglasses and jewelry to accessorize your summer fits.
Eden
418 E 6th St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Sun care is the most important accessory you can wear in the summertime. In addition to Supergoop!’s popular sunscreen products, look for the reef-safe, vegan Dune sun care line available at Eden.
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