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My Friend Kate, previously The Pierced Ear, was located at Four Seasons Town Center in Greensboro, NC from 1973 to 2014. In the spring of 2013 the business was relocated to the New Garden Road area and became My Friend Kate. My Friend Kate specializes in ear piercing and Concept's allergy free (nickel-free) earrings.

They also sell Sterling Silver, 10 KT gold, jewelry made by local artists, handbags, fashion jewelry, scarves and a huge selection of home decor and Christian themed gifts. They also provide services in monogramming and engraving--many of their bags and purses get a FREE monogram! The owner, Kate Cunningham, is known to her friends for being a woman of inspiration and spunk.
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My Friend Kate provides one of the largests selections of Concept's Allergy Free Earrings in North Carolina! These earrings are guaranteed not to cause irritations. Doctor recommended and USA owned and operated for over 40 years! My Friend Kate has been piercing ears in the triad for over 30 years!
The entire earring is made nickel free. Nickel can cause a skin irritation in 50 % of the earring wearing population. Our earrings are made with 100% surgical steel, 24 Karat Gold, and Nickel Free Sterling Silver and 14 Karat Gold. We promise these earrings will not irritate your ears! These earrings are dermatologist tested, recommended, and proven to not cause an allergic reaction.
Reviews (14)
Jennifer C.
Jennifer C.
Dec 31, 2021
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I purchased earrings at this store as a gift for Christmas. I took off the price tag because it was a gift. The person who received them decided to return them. This business would not return these earrings with a receipt purchased 9 days prior. What business does not allow returns with a receipt less than 10 days. I will never step foot in the store again!!! Oh, and the owner made me wait 15 minutes to get some help while she took pictures with a friend.
Phyllis Kranz
Phyllis Kranz
May 30, 2021
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Katie is an amazing associate. Her goal is happy customers. I think I was a challenge trying to get my ears pierced. She is patient and compassionate. A real asset to the store
This store has some amazing merchandise and gift ideas. I think this is my new favorite store.
Rhea Jenkins
Rhea Jenkins
Mar 26, 2021
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Such a friendly store. Safe environment in regards to covid regulations. Clean, everyone with mask, clean gloves, and it was only you and staff since they go by appointment only. Loved that it is a Christian store. Great deal for what I paid for.
Annaliyah Smith
Annaliyah Smith
Feb 05, 2021
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Katie, the woman who did my helix piercing was incredibly sweet. The vibe that both the employees gave off was amazing. I felt like I could talk to them forever. My piercing experience here was phenomenal and wasn't nearly as painful as I thought it would be. Will definitely be coming back.
Julie Stone
Julie Stone
Sep 19, 2020
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Kate and Abby were wonderful with my 10-year old daughter who got her ear’s pierced. Thank you for making it a positve experience. Also, they have a great selection of earrings and beautiful gifts. We will be back soon!
Emily Happel
Emily Happel
Jun 05, 2020
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Amazing selection of Concept allergy free earrings. This is the only place I’ll buy earrings for me and my daughter. Abby pierced my daughters ears who was 6 months at the time and it was done perfectly! Kate gave me a personal shopping experience today and I left with some great things that made me very happy! Thank you Kate and Abby!
Candace Rice
Candace Rice
Feb 08, 2020
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My Friend Kate is a wonderful store. I brought my niece here to get her ears pierced and they made it quick and easy! They provided instructions and was careful with her.
Ann W.
Ann W.
Sep 28, 2019
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This little boutique is everything! From unique finds to amazing customer service, it's definitely one of my favorite places to visit. And did I mention the most amazing ear piercing experience for my granddaughter? I'll just leave it at that! Wink wink!
Marli Overstreet
Marli Overstreet
Aug 28, 2019
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We truly feel that Kate is our friend!! After a quick phone call, and an appointment time set, we got our 10 year olds ears pierced with no worries and no tears.
Our daughter was openly anxious about the whole idea, but is soooo glad that Kate (and Abby) were there for her. What a beautiful time in a young girls life!
We are so grateful that "my friend Kate" was a part of this special day!!
Amanda L.
Amanda L.
Aug 24, 2019
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Amazing! Took my 6-year old to get her ears pierced today and they were so wonderful with her. The staff was incredibly friendly and really went above and beyond with my daughter. They appeared to do that with everyone. Highly recommend!
Katie Hicks
Katie Hicks
Jul 04, 2019
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Got my ears pierced. Very pleasant experience. The owner and manager was very friendly and helpful. She put me at ease and was very professional. She explained the process and the after care. Will return to purchase my nickel free earrings.
Herlis Gomez
Herlis Gomez
Jul 17, 2018
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I took my baby to get her ears pierced and Kate did an awesome job! She was quick and very knowledgeable about the earings we picked! We went for a follow uo and she was fast too! Thank you and I totally recommend her :)
Jennifer G.
Jennifer G.
Aug 29, 2015
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More than retail therapy. Kate, herself, is a blessing to those she encounters. Her positive attitude and smile made the shopping experience that much more enjoyable! I was super impressed with the allergy free jewelry with lifetime warranties... perfect gift for Mom!
Larice W.
Larice W.
Oct 14, 2014
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My Friend Kate gift shop is just that, soon to be YOUR (best) friend Kate! This is a lovely store with all kinds of items for you and some to share too! Incredible section of scarves, handbags, cards, jewelry, earrings made locally, old fashioned silver charms for your bracelet, and let me tell you about all the college stuff! No matter your team! She has it with unique items, for example, purple and gold, Western Carolina University (go Cats!) neat picnic totes and laundry totes. Just perfect for students to bring home on break....so parents can fill them up again!
MONOGRAMMING, how