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September 2024 by Catelin Robinson
Cute local boutique. They also have another location at the foundry
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September 2024 by SabrinaThe MidAge Witch
Fab place for everything about self love, self expression, self respect etc…. Very inspiring and very creative place indeed!!
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September 2024 by Jessica
This is a great store! Lots of cute stuff and I especially loved checking out the fragrances they have.
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June 2024 by Emily Dustman
A disconnect between the message and the medium...
Golden Gems is a store that has carved out a unique niche in the marketplace with its focus on empowerment and positivity. However, while the intent behind Golden Gems’ offerings is admirable, there are some notable drawbacks that cannot be overlooked. First off, the quality of the products does not always justify the high price tags. Additionally, the pricing of these items often feels excessive. It's hard to escape the feeling that you’re paying a premium for the empowering message rather than the product itself. This can be particularly off-putting when you realize that the same/similar items are available elsewhere at a fraction of the cost. It seems that the store is banking heavily on the emotional appeal of their messages, rather than offering tangible quality in their merchandise.
Moreover, there is a certain sense of commercialization that undercuts the genuine empowerment message Golden Gems seeks to promote – it’s as if corporate gift items have been rebranded with empowering phrases, creating a disconnect between the message and the medium. For those truly seeking empowerment, the store might be more valuable as a source of inspiration rather than a place to make substantial purchases.
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May 2024 by Nathan Radmall
Fun store, friendly staff and lots of cool shirts, stickers, and housewares!
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May 2024 by Maggie Jarvis
My go-to spot for gifts and good vibes!
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April 2024 by Hailey Hunter
literally such a cute store, amazing staff & cute products!!
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April 2024 by Amanda Kline
Fun store with clever feminist forward t-shirts, unique St Louis themed gifts, and other sorts of trinkets. The two employees were very kind and helpful.
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March 2024 by Crystal H.
Unique women-centric items. Just fun one-of-a-kind retail therapy. Attended a Yelp! event here, but I'll be back. Also, location in City Foundry and West County Center.
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February 2024 by Ana P.
Such an awesome store! A must check out while in the City Foundry Market area. Lady working the store was so lovely and friendly. GOOD ENERGY ONLY!
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January 2024 by Abigail Blue
My absolute favorite local shop ,especially during this time of year. I come every single Christmas for stocking stuffers and various gifts. The staff are so welcoming, warm, and kind. They allow you to browse on your own but are ready to help whenever you need it. A very safe space indeed. Their merchandise is so uplifting and empowering. This will be my 5th holiday season stocking up on what they have to offer and I have no plans to break that streak anytime soon :)
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December 2023 by Caitlin Freund
Beautiful store with so much variety. First purchase but many more to come!
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November 2023 by Rosemary L.
Everything about this boutique is absolutely brilliant. This hip, pink, unapologetically feminist, pro human rights (for everyone), trans-affirming, shop is more than your average boutique. Their clothing, accessories, and other home decor not only promotes their mission of empowering you to live unapologetically and take up space but also donates a portion of their monthly sales to local non profits, hosts fundraising events for causes they care about, and even hosts occasional donation drives where goods donated to partnered organizations is rewarded with discounts! The people who work here are incredibly friendly and welcoming. They are quick to help you find exactly what you're looking for (even if you're not exactly sure what that is), and even during busy events, they leave you feeling affirmed and taken care of. Did I mention I would buy one of everything if I could? Seriously, take all my money. I only wish their clothes were tiny enough for my newborn daughter so that she could wear your empowering messages as well!
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November 2023 by Beqi Blaqheart
This store is proof that even West County Mall has some cool shops in it. Golden Gems is the shizz!
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November 2023 by lori
Love this place! Got a couple t-shirts from there. They are so comfortable and they fit perfectly.