U Village Guide: 5 International Women's Day Itineraries

University Village is celebrating International Women’s Day by teaming women-owned businesses on property with local women-owned brands in the community for a special one-day-only pop up experience. The event takes place on Wednesday, March 8th at participating stores and features a unique line-up of beloved local brands.

During the event shoppers can pick up limited-edition custom candles by Noir Lux Candle Co. at Oiselle, shop eco-friendly cleaning products by L’AVANT Collective at Margaret O’Leary, sample a limited-edition batch of miso chocolate chip cookies by Yoka Miso at Hello Robin, peruse the new collection of gowns by Arkëras in the Styled Seattle suite, shop a quirky collection of hand-beaded jewelry and accessories by Anna Learns Things at Happy Lemon, experience gorgeous flowers by The Rookery at Fran’s Chocolates, and so much more!

There’s a lot to see and do on International Women’s Day at University Village, so we’ve taken the guesswork out by creating 5 distinct shopping itineraries. We encourage guests to make the most of their experience by coming early for coffee or brunch, staying for a “power lunch” with friends, or capping off the experience with dinner at one of the women-owned restaurants on-site.

The main pop-up event runs from 12 - 4 p.m. but wait- there’s more! Jenni Kayne is hosting a special happy hour featuring all-natural wines from Molly’s Bottle Shop from 4-6 p.m. Then, the party moves over to The Confectionery from 6-8 p.m. where Spark & Stone will be welding delicate permanent jewelry onto fearless fashion fans.

For The Eco-Conscious Shopper

L’AVANT Collective - High-performing, plant-based, eco-friendly cleaning products designed in beautiful refillable packaging.  *Pop-up at Margaret O’Leary

Arkëras – High-end hospital and maternity gowns designed to empower women and provide a distinct sense of self during life’s health and wellness journeys. *Pop-up at Styled Seattle

Molly’s Bottle Shop – A curated selection of all-natural wines. *Pop-up at at Jenni Kayne from 4-6 p.m. 

Noir Lux Candle Co. – Small-batch, handcrafted candles made from all-natural soy wax and clean-burning wooden wicks. *Pop-up at Oiselle

Recommended Dining Option: Ba Bar - Handcrafted cocktails and deliciously fresh Vietnamese food. The Lemongrass Rockfish is excellent! It’s served with cabbage salad, pandan rice, and a side of tomato tamarind soup.

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For The Fashion Fan

Anna Learns Things – Quirky and colorful hand-beaded jewelry and accessories. *Pop-up at Happy Lemon

Spark & Stone - Delicate, permanent jewelry welded on including bracelets, anklets, and necklaces. *Pop-up at The Confectionery from 6-8 p.m.

Arkëras – High-end hospital and maternity gowns designed to empower women and provide a distinct sense of self during life’s health and wellness journeys. *Pop-up at Styled Seattle

Recommended Dining Option: Sweet treats from Trophy Cupcakes. Female-founded, locally-owned, and always delicious.

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For The Foodie

Maddy’s Bake Shop – Seattle-based microbakery specializing in laminated pastries and squiggly floral cakes with local and seasonal ingredients. *Pop-up at Clare V. 

Bake Shop – Uptown café and bottle shop specializing in house-made baked goods and sourdough breads made from all-natural ingredients sourced from small, local farms. *Pop-up at Frankie & Jo’s

Cake for Breakfast – Single-serve, plant-based, gluten-free cheesecakes made from whole-food ingredients. *Pop-up at Ravenna Gardens

Yoka Miso – The first and only Seattle-Based Miso company specializing in high-quality, small batch miso. *Pop-up at Hello Robin

Recommended Dining Option: Rachel’s Ginger Beer - home to delicious Hawaiian-style fried chicken by Ma’Ono. The fried chicken sandwich, served on a King’s sweet bun with daikon pickles, pairs perfectly with a Moscow mule.

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For The New Mom

The Rookery – A tiny urban flower farm specializing in bouquets, seasonal arrangements, seeds, and small events. *Pop-up at Fran’s Chocolates

Little Barnacle - Small collections of earth-friendly, ethically created baby clothing made from 100% organic cotton. *Pop-up at Village Maternity

Onyx + Petal - Plant-based beauty products for men and women including skincare and haircare. *Pop-up at Parachute

Maddy’s Bake Shop – Seattle-based microbakery specializing in laminated pastries and squiggly floral cakes with local and seasonal ingredients. *Pop-up at Clare V. 

Recommended Dining Option: FrogLegs Culinary Academy - Check out their cold case for easy take-and-bake meals that are perfect for new moms and anyone else who appreciates dinner made easy.

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For The Clean Beauty Fan

Onyx + Petal - Plant-based beauty products for men and women including skincare and haircare. *Pop-up at Parachute

Noir Lux Candle Co. – Small-batch, handcrafted candles made from all-natural soy wax and clean-burning wooden wicks. *Pop-up at Oiselle

Molly’s Bottle Shop – A curated selection of all-natural wines. *Pop-up at at Jenni Kayne from 4-6 p.m. 

Recommended Dining Option: Frankie & Jo’s - Vegan and gluten-free ice cream made from house-made cashew and coconut milk, seasonal vegetables, and superfoods. Check out the current scoop shop flavors here.

Event Overview

What: University Village International Women’s Day Event

When: March 8, 2023

Where: University Village 2623 University Village St. Seattle, WA 98105 

Time: 12 - 4 p.m. 

Women-Owned Businesses

at U Village

Aritzia 

Away

Ba Bar

Brilliant Earth

Clare V. (Hosting Maddy’s Bake Shop)

Eileen Fisher

Fran’s Chocolates (Hosting The Rookery)

Frankie & Jo’s (Hosting Bake Shop)

FrogLegs

Glassybaby

Happy Lemon (Hosting Anna Learn’s Things)

Headlines Salon

Hello Robin (Hosting Yoko Miso)

Idina Bride

InSpa

Jenni Kayne (Hosting Molly’s Bottle Shop)

Margaret O’Leary (Hosting LA’VANT Collective)

Mejuri

Molly Moon

Mud Bay

Oiselle (Hosting Noir Lux Candle Co.)

Paint The Town

Parachute (Hosting Onyx + Petal)

Rachel’s Ginger Beer

Ravenna Gardens (Hosting Cake for Breakfast)

SkinSpirit

Sole Food

Something Silver

Styled Seattle (Hosting Arkëras)

The Art Study

The Confectionery (Hosting Spark & Stone)

Trophy Cupcakes

Village Maternity (Hosting Little Barnacle)

The last word….

This is a great opportunity to shop local and support a unique mix of emerging and established women-owned brands in the community! See you on March 8th at University Village!