Golden Gem is honestly one of my favorite spots in town! From the moment you walk in, the vibe is…read morewelcoming, fun, and full of personality. Their staff is amazing--friendly, helpful, and genuinely passionate about what they do. I recently got the chance to model some of their apparel, which was such a cool experience and made me appreciate the brand even more. Everything I've tried, from their drinks to their bites, has been consistently top-notch. The attention to detail in both the space and the products really shows. It's the kind of place where you feel special every time you visit. Whether you're shopping, grabbing a bite, or just soaking up the atmosphere, Golden Gem never disappoints. Can't wait to come back again soon!

This is my second time coming to this location. This place has a very clear identity and that's…read morewhat makes it stand out. It's not just a gift shop, it feels like a full-on brand experience built around bold, empowering, and cheeky messages. Everything from clothing to candles and accessories has that "be yourself" energy which is refreshing compared to more generic boutiques. The product selection is fun and super giftable, it feels personal and intentional which adds to the appeal. The space itself is colourful and full of personality. It's the kind of store where you end up reading everything and spending more time than you expected just browsing. Some items feel a bit pricey for what they are and once you get the vibe, the selection can start to feel a bit repetitive. Overall, it's one of the more unique shops in St Louis. Great for gifts and browsing, and definitely worth stopping by.

Love the store and the ladies who work there. Very patient and really listened. Great selection…read moreand great experience!

Read if you're thinking of going here!…read more Rude rude lady. Came here on vacation to try and find a gown for my friend and this lady (who I later find out was part owner) was not helpful. Her tone was very rude from the beginning. During the time my friend was looking at dresses, she tells her, "don't stretch the dress out." My friend was literally just holding the dress open to see how wide it was, like any normal person. As soon as my friend finished trying on a dress and decided she didn't want it, we came to the lobby to discuss where we were about to go next, and the lady comes right behind us telling us we're about to close so y'all need to leave (not in a nice or professional manner). My friend asked, "y'all close at 5 right?" The lady responds back to us by saying we operate by appt only, y'all need to leave. So now that she is giving us straight attitude. I told her to give us a second. She repeated herself again, and tells us "goodbye" in like a leave tone of voice. So they literally kicked us out to the curb. We were standing there for 1 minute when she was trying to tell us to leave. Like you can't stand in a store for a few minutes. Mind you, there was no one else there, so we weren't tying her time up or anything. I would go somewhere else for your dresses. Plus she made it super clear, they don't do alterations. She has no idea where they do alterations. She has no idea where a mall is. So yes. Stay away from here. Horrible service. Wish I could tell your her name, but she refused to answer. As I'm writing this outside (because we were waiting on our Uber), a different lady comes out and asks me if I want a business card. I said sure. She was very confrontational. I asked her if the lady inside that kicked us out was the owner. She said they both are. So I was like well y'all have a funny of treating your customers. I told her the lady informed us that this was by appointment only a store, and that we were not aware of that. But nothing on their website says by appointment only. She said, "we prefer by appt only," so I said well that's different than kicking your customer out (after your let them look for a dress) and tell your customers that your by appt only... not preferably. I told her we're from out of town and just needed find a dress last minute so we did not know that, and that's no reason to treat your customers like that. She goes on to continue arguing with me and tell me, "well the other out of town people seem to know." You see where I'm going with this?? Like who argues with there customer and talks disrespectful to them? No business I go to. I wasn't going to stand there and argue with this rude person any longer, who was clearly not apologetic for the way her business partner treated us, so I tried waking away. She kept trying to argue as I was leaving and I told her to shut up. So she walked out of her business, propped the door, and began following me like she was going to fight me. I continued to walk away with my other friends as she was threatening me. I had to tell her I was going to call the cops, and she finally backed off. This is the worst experience I've ever had. A business owner verbally disrespectful, excusing her behavior instead of apologizing for it, and then following me out on the street to fight? If that isn't enough to steer you away from here, then good luck. You'll be in for a real... experience.

Thank you for having such an fun place for full sized bodies to shop!! The shop, while small is hip…read moreand cute! We stopped in on a Sunday after brunch. (Definitely the best way to close out a relaxing day.) The co-owners were so helpful and knowledgeable and kind. This trip was an excursion with my bestie and we came away with several pieces we are both very excited about. The space boasts sizes XL-4x thrift and consignment items. As with any shop on this genre, you have to have a few minutes to cull through the racks. The effort truly paid off for us. We found several unique pieces to add to our personal wardrobes. On trips to more traditional consignment/thrift shops, it's hit or miss if we even find anything at all. We hunt through racks and racks to find anything remotely close to our sizes. And it's another thing all together to find something we want to wear. We felt the prices were reasonable for what we bought. We are looking to visiting again soon to see what other treasures we find.

I am officially obsessed with this store! My girlfriend and I were in town visiting family for the…read moreholidays and found Ethical Bodies from a TikTok. We knew we had to check it out! We love thrifting but it can be hard to find clothes that fit well at some thrift stores. This place was so incredibly welcoming and the staff hyped us up while we were trying on clothes it was so sweet! Lots of finds at great prices, we made it out with two shirts and a dress. 10/10 recommend!! Can't wait to come back next time we're in town!

Right across from crazy wraps&bowls, decided to check it out after lunch and was pleasantly…read moresurprised! The owner was the only person working there and she was extremely friendly and helpful. She pointed out a number of items I wouldn't have noticed otherwise and worked with me to find things that fit my body and my style. There is definitely a range of styles, lots of trendy and bright stuff, also some more classic things. She also carries basics like leggings, camisoles, cardigans and a cute lacy undergarment collection. Everything in the shop was 30% off for their sale at the time but she gave me even better prices for buying a few things! I am very happy with my two dresses and a summer top -- overall cost for the three items was $140 after tax.

Came here on a bachelorette and it was the perfect cute little store to stop into. Lots of funny…read morelittle things to look through. My friends bought perfumes, candles, socks and a t shirt. I had a lot of fun browsing.

This storefront is always a nice quick stop to see the cute little fixings. There is a little…read moresomething for everyone in this store and it will have you cracking a smile or laugh at the "sayings" on the merchandise. It can be a little pricey on somethings like $10 for a Keychain or $12 for one pair of socks, but I guess if you want a staple piece it is worth the money. The staff is always friendly, polite, and eager to assist you. The body sprays, candles, and mist are always nice to smell and the aromas are nicely scented. Anytime I come to the city foundry I always stop in here to see what they have. As always until next time...

Very friendly store owner! The shop is full of lots of great gift items...books, jewelry, candles,…read morekitchen items and glassware...all artfully arranged. I recommend taking a peek!

Such a cute shop. Great place to shop for that item you didn't think you needed or for that person…read moreyou wanted to get just the right item. Some items were pricey and some were not. Definitely will return!

The staff are super friendly. There's so many options no matter what you're looking for. The prices…read moreare great and I cannot wait to return!

The owner is very friendly and patient. I enjoyed shopping here for an upcoming wedding.read more

So very helpful. And I came in for last minute blouse and they rushed my alterations so I could get…read morethem the next day! Above and beyond and So kind and generous!