New Favorite Place

The other day I went into Von’s, right off of campus, for the first time. Pretty pathetic for me being a townie and all… But I had walked by a couple of times within the last couple of days and window shopped and became quite curious. Finally I got an excuse to go in. Birthday card!




I was immediately intrigued the moment I step foot in the door. Beads hung on the walls from the floor to the ceiling. There were rows of cards, cases of jewelry, and some of the coolest things you have ever seen. There was such a variety of stuff, from candles to little figurines made in different countries. I didn’t have much time to look around but I’m pretty sure there were books, music, and movies too.




I am planning on going back soon. I want to look at the jewelry…because I love adding new, interesting pieces to my collection! A new side of my personality emerged because of going in there the other day. I know it sounds weird but it’s true. I fell in love with the cards with the old-fashioned pictures on them, the inspirational quote cards, and the incense and candles.




I have an obsession for vintage items. From glass items to anything that reminds me of Marilyn Monroe and the 50s. That is probably why Von’s is my new favorite store. They have the coolest journals, beads, and incense. They had really cool glass vases that I am probably going to Auy soon, along with a candle holder. A candle goes inside the bottom part, and the heat melts wax squares that sit in the bowl on top. The scent spreads throughout your room and smells amazing! My friend Rachel got one of these for her birthday (which is also the friend I was buying the card from Von's for). The scent of her wax was pumpkin maple pancakes. Her room smelled amazing and it was perfect for fall. Let me just say that there is no way that I am going to be able to resist buying this candle holder.




So not only does Von’s have a cool selection, the set up of the store just feels cool. It’s cozy feeling with stuff on all the walls and crammed into every nook and cranny. The store isn’t a typical square either. It has some weird rooms that are like tunnels. I’m pretty sure the books are in the basement, at least, I saw them going down the stairs.




So I think that is why this store intrigues me. It has a different selection and the set up of the store is not like your typical store. It’s a change from the ordinary. And sometimes change is good.