‘You Are Beautiful Experience’ coming to Perimeter Mall

Needing a little extra self-love in your life? The “You Are Beautiful” art installation is all over it.

The traveling experience will be making its way to Perimeter Mall this weekend. The installation is the brainchild of Chicago-based artist Matthew Hoffman. It’s an ever-evolving art piece that has three components – first, there’s the “Self-Reflection Mirror,” that’ll give you time to do just that, self-reflect. Then, there are the “Moments of Motivation” seats that have those affirmative messages we know and love. Finally, (and probably my favorite part of the installation), is the “Affirmation Wall” where guests can write a positive message for themselves or others.

This movement started out as an uplifting art experiment. Now, 20 years later, Hoffman’s “You Are Beautiful” project has grown into a global phenomenon. I am not surprised because with everything going on in the world, so many of us are looking for positive outlets. Hoffman uses his work as an “effort to remind us individually of our self-worth and encourage us to be there for each other.”

It won’t just be the exhibit that guests will be in store for at the grand opening – but an entire self-care Saturday. In addition to the grand opening of the exhibit, there will also be a free yoga class. This is the perfect time to get centered and get your stretch on. Yoga will be followed by snacks and live music; because after you’re all stretched out, you’ve got to reward yourself with a good nibble, right? If you need an extra incentive to participate in the yoga class, how about this - participants will receive a $20 Fabletics gift card! There will also be a red carpet leading to the affirmation wall. Talk about a full-on, feel-good experience!

If you want to be a part of this uplifting experience, you can be in attendance for the grand opening at Perimeter Mall, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. at the lower-level Dillard’s court. The event is free to attend and open to everyone. You can see the “You Are Beautiful” experience during regular mall hours from Aug. 13 until Sept. 7. Check out a preview below of what you’re in store for from the “You Are Beautiful” experience in St. Louis.