RUN!!! Worst company to work for! - Fine Jewelry Sales Associate Foundrae Employee Review

1.0
14 Jun 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Foundrae is smoke and mirrors. They pretend to be unique and diverse. This couldn't be farther form the truth.

Cons

They pay 1% commission after you have worked for 3 months & sell a certain amount. Luxury retail is all about commission, It's how you survive and make money. 1% Commission is in-line with whole sale accounting. Foundrae is greedy and very offensive that they will not pay employees a normal commission range. Luxury retail commission is typically 4 to 8%. They pay their Dallas employee 3% commission and their LA employees 2% commission. They do not allow their employees to purchase jewelry. You are only allowed to buy up to 5K in retail costs per year. You may only purchase after you had your three month review. You quickly learn that there is very little in the line for 5K retail. They do not allow you to buy gifts for your family. Essentially they do not want their employees buying FoundRae jewelry. When I approached Ruth the CEO, her response was they provide jewelry for employees to while they're working. Another excuse she gave was concern that Jewelry would be sold on The Real Real. So you're working for 1% commission with no health benefits and you're not allowed to buy jewelry. When any celebrity walks in they automatically give them a 40% discount. The culture of this company is so toxic.

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5.0
14 Nov 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Working at FoundRae feels different from other fashion or luxury jewelry companies. The team is made up of people with diverse backgrounds, creative perspectives, and real personality, it’s a breath of fresh air compared to the “basic” or overly corporate environments common in this industry. Everyone brings something unique to the table, and that individuality is celebrated, not stifled. The culture here genuinely rewards hard work, originality, and self-expression. Leadership is extremely attentive and quick to recognize effort and growth, both publicly and privately. It feels good to know the work you put in is actually seen and appreciated. There’s also a real sense of community. We do things like Halloween costume competitions, Secret Santa, happy hours, birthday celebrations, and team-building gatherings that make the office feel warm and personal. Our HR team is supportive, empathetic, and refreshingly not political — they really care about people as individuals, not numbers. Overall, the environment is collaborative, thoughtful, and full of kind, talented people who care deeply about the brand and each other.

Cons

The pace is fast, and the standard for quality is extremely high, which can impact work–life balance at times. It’s also a very in-office culture, which is great for collaboration but may not suit everyone who prefers more flexibility.

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4.0
9 Jun 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Great office culture at headquarters with monthly events, official and unofficial happy hour get-togethers, book clubs, and other activities. Coworkers are good at what they do and easy to get along with. Everyone is collaborative and kind, even if you're new.

Cons

Company has expanded rapidly and is constantly playing catch-up trying to implement standards and procedures that should have been started long ago. There is always a lot of work to do. The office is full as the company keeps hiring into new positions. It pathways can get crowded at times and there is limited remaining desk space.

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