The Cheeky Bean

I got a recommendation from a friend to shop at The Cheeky Bean. I went in and tried on a lot of clothing and was shocked that it fit me so well. My boyfriend was there with me and was planning on paying for some of my purchase as a gift. He asked the girl working if he could use the restroom, she told him that they didn’t have one and that he could go to another store in the shopping center to use theirs. After he left 2 women came in and one asked if she could use the restroom. The clerk said Sure, no problem let me show you where it is.
I was completely shocked, because she told us she didn’t have a restroom! When I got out of the fitting room I asked the clerk aside why she lied and refused my boyfriend from using the restroom. She said that, the manager didn’t want men to use the restroom in there, because of how they act. WHAT DOES THAT EVEN MEAN? Then she said that was her managers rule. I said that is very discriminatory and I no longer wish to purchase anything.
THAT IS COMPLETE DISCRIMINATION. If you have a bathroom either make it for employees only, or let every paying customer use it.

Such a CUTE affordable store!
I braved the Black Friday crazies and made it to The Cheeky Bean and I was so happy that it was such a calm experience. Not only did I run into a famous reality star (Jordan from The Amazing Race and Big Brother winner), I was handed a mimosa when I walked in. YES… I love to Sip N Shop.
Store is clean, open and organized well. Prices are affordable and pieces are trendy and cute. I liked that they had different items to offer and didn’t carry the same pieces that the other surrounding boutiques carried.
The only thing is that some of the items ran small on me. A large sweater didn’t fit in length on my long arms. I still bought it, though, because I couldn’t pass up the deal of 40% off… plus I’ll just layer underneath. haha! They also need more selection in scarves. Maybe they were all snatched up by the time I got there at 9:30. Who knows.
I like this store and will come here as often as my bank account allows. It’s close to home, and located close to the other stores that I like to frequent. Perfect!

I will definitely return to the Cheeky bean as they do have some really cute/​unique pieces! I was impressed with the prices for the area and overall would make this a stop when looking to find that adorable open back dress or something along those lines.
Where it fell a little short for me is that many of these items were not appropriate for someone who works in a professional setting… or even someone who is attending professional events. Unfortunately, I cannot afford to have two wardrobes — so I had to make the tough choice and pass on my finds this time. I will say the jewlery was beautiful and that would be completely fine to wear to work.
I too noticed the staff was a little unwelcoming … maybe they were just busy?

If you are looking for stylish trendy boutique pieces from local artisans and designers check out this place. Cheeky Bean stocks its store with pieces made in the USA. The sales associates are so sweet and helpful and are all impeccably dressed (like living, walking mannequins). Love the store and love that they stock the store with items made in the USA.

Stumbled into this store almost a year ago by accident and have fallen in love with the store in all aspects! Allison and Justine and staff make me feel like a VIP and are so cutting edge with style and fashion. They have transformed my confidence and closet! Prices are reasonable and clothes are one of a kind! They have the best Instagram and Facebook marketing efforts with incredible ideas of outfits! It’s my favorite store in Charlotte!

Very appropriately named… chicy (cute) clothing, reasonably priced. Incredibly cheeky staff who insisted on calling me «girl» after every sentence. The clothing is cute but I will more likely take my money elsewhere– with a more welcoming staff.
Other than that– they were pretty helpful, and very knowledgable on the clothing fits, sizing and brands.