Hey there! I am back for Part II of #MYVIOLETVALENTINE series (click here if you missed Part I). Today, I am sharing my UNIVERSITY PLACE shopping fun and finds with the Pantone Color of the Year- Ultra Violet in mind. My daughter #outandaboutAva (aka my favorite shopping partner) and I headed back to the mall where we did most of her back to school shopping, University Place. Located in Chapel Hill, this mall is known as …”THE place for shopping, dining, entertainment & the arts, fitness & beauty.” This visit, we are on a mission to find purple purchases and Violet themed gift ideas for Valentine’s Day. Here’s what we found:
•Accessories for Girls at Glee Kids
From hair accessories, like bows and headbands to adorable (and adjustable) rings, Glee Kids had some items that I think any little girl would love for a Violet Valentine!
• Fun Gifts for Girls at The Red Hen
The Red Hen always has unique items and great prices, so I was not surprised that we found something for a Violet color themed gift. If you are making a gift basket for your kid on Valentime’s Day, fill it with little toys from The Red Hen. We left with this Girl Bat Cape because my daughter said it was going to activate her shopping powers and help with finding more #MyVioletValentine items!
• Women’s Apparel & Accessories at Dina Porter
Dina Porter is a classic boutique for shoppers interested in one of a kind quality items. Looking for a unique scarf or sweater? Dina Porter has it all! There were all shades of purple in that store and many eclectic selections, like the ultraviolet polka dot raincoat with matching tote bag!
• Food Speciality Items, Flowers & more at Southern Season
Plan to wine and dine your Valentine at home? Is your special someone a foodie? Then a gourmet gift and flowers from Southern Season would be appreciated. I absolutely love that store, especially the organization of their wine section. Surprisingly, I found lavender caramel chocolate which is going to be perfect for #myVioletValentine theme, don’t you agree?!
• Greetings and NoteCards from The Frame & Print Shop
Art galleries always catch my eye, which made me stop in The Frame & Print Shop. I found the most delightful violet Valentines Day card as well as some great Monet inspired note cards. Nothing says pure romance like a handwritten love note!
• Health & Beauty Finds from BE PURE BEAUTY
Be Pure Beauty sells natural products made of clean, non-toxic ingredients. At this store, you’ll find the best of green beauty brands that are conscious of keeping people, the planet, plants and animals safe. They sell makeup, skincare products, bath bombs and more! I found some lavender scented bath bombs and eyeshadow (color ‘Soiree’) that would make great #myVioletValentine gifts!
• Scented Candles & Fragrances from Bath & Body Works
You may be familiar with Bath & Body Works for their fragrant personal care products. You can always find flavorful indulgences, including shower gels, lotions, candles and accessories. I am a big fan of gifting candles for any occassion and for #myVioletvalentine, a lavender scented or any violet purple candle would be a great choice!
• Jewelry at Goldworks
Did you know you can create jewelry at Goldworks in North Carolina? This store specializes in custom jewelry designs, in yellow, white and rose gold, platinum, silver, Mokume gane, and much more. You will find a variety of designs from traditional to truly original and artistic designs. Visit Goldworks jewelry store and gallery to have one of the professional jewelry designers create a unique and original gift for your special Valentine. Jewelry is always a great gift idea and right now for the month of February, the gemstone is Amethyst! It’s the perfect violet hue and fits #myVioletValentine theme. Goldworks is also currently having a 50% off sale on select items you don’t want to miss.
SobeSavvy Tip: Check out this fun Galentine’s event happening TONIGHT, 2/8/18 7pm-9pm at Kidzu Children’s Museum inside UNIVERSITY PLACE.
I hope you’ve enjoyed this post as much as I did creating a fun way to be on trend this Valentine’s Day with the Pantone Color of the Year, Ultra Violet. At University Place, shopping all shades of purple was such a fun time and we found some great choices for #myVioletValentine 💜!
Leslie, Lifestyle Blogger & Founder of SobeSavvy.com and daughter, #outandaboutAva enjoy a day of shopping fun for #MYVioletValentine at University Place in Chapel Hill
UNIVERSITY PLACE
201 S. ESTES DRIVE CHAPEL HILL, NC 27514 919.945.1900
http://www.universityplacenc.com
SobeSavvy 
Excellent ideas for celebrating Valentine’s in a creative way for all ages, and still be romantic for that special someone! Looks like University Place is THAT place to shop!
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So true Sharon! Thanks for your comment.
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University Place looks like such a fun place to shop for everyone! I like how so many of these stores aren’t chains, so making a trip there is a little more unique.
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So true Kate! There are some unique finds there.
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Haha the adventures you and Ava have are so fun! I love her Girl Bat cape – that’s awesome! And oooh I need to hit up Southern Season again soon – it’s been a while since I stopped by there!
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Shopping with a cape makes everything an adventure . I want one in my size..lol. Like you, it has been a minute since I have been in Southern Season. I never leave out empty handed.
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The pic of you and your daughter are too cute. These are great gift ideas too. I can always use wine. I am not much of a jewelry person, but give me some food and I am good.
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Haha..I see food is the way to your heart. That works for me too!
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Great gift ideas! Shopping for someone on V-day can be challenging.
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True, I loke practical gifts with a theme ,creatively packaged with some thought behind it.
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You gals are so freaking cute. You found some great items, the purple polka dot situation was super cute.
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Thanks Mimi! The pirple polka dot situation was beyond my budget. I sadly had to leave that rain coat and tote behind.
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Your daughter is so cute. Great gift ideas.
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Thanks Monique!
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what great gift ideas! You had your little helpers soo cute! I hate shopping for v-day which is why I don’t lol!
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Coming up with a theme and having a helper definitely made it fun.
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You look like you had a great time with your little lady. I would definitely be all over the bath bombs store.
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Both her and I love bath bombs. Its a great gift year round!
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Galentines are becoming the new Gender reveals. I been throwing Galentines for 6 years but I am seeing more and more people celebrate it this year which is cool.
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Awesome! I love the idea of celebrating women.
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Ooh, I really like the idea of shopping with a theme. Also, it looks like the kiddo had fun too 🙂
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It was a fun challenge and a great way to teach a child about hues of color too. All purple is not created equal.
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Wonderful gift ideas! Your daughter is adorable!
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Thank you !
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I’ve never heard of Southern Season but I love their colors and the variety of their gift options. Is it a regional store?
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As far as I know it is regional and as a foodie, I enjoy that store so much! They offer cooking classes and have a restaurant too called Weathervane.
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Looks like I need to plan a trip out to the region!
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I love purple and know quite a few of my friends that would freak out at all of the purple options! lol Personally, I would have a field day in that natural products store.
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Likewise Courtney! We cant’t help to be passionate about purple!
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I like the thought of Galentines day! If you don’t have a boo, why not hang out with your girlfriends. I like the purple theme, I love the color purple as well!
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Omg I spy one of my favorite brands, NU Evolution cosmetics! I didn’t know they had a presence in NC.
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Yes! How lucky are we!
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I love that cape on Ava! So cute!
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Thanks Ashley! I wanted one😂
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