For most of the fall and spring, campus is a sea of Carolina blue. With long walks to class from South Campus in the bright, sweat-inducing North Carolina sun, it’s easy to see why the go-to outfit for many students is a pair of shorts and a UNC T-shirt. Franklin Street is home to several spirit wear shops so it can be tricky to decide where to start your Carolina apparel collection. Here’s a breakdown of all the places to get your gear:
Shrunken Head Boutique
Since 1969 Shrunken Head Boutique has provided UNC students and parents with a variety of shirts that are printed in-house. T-shirt prices range from $10 to $25 at the family-owned business. The store is celebrating its 50th anniversary in August the only way it knows how - with free T-shirts and a visit from Rameses.
Underground Printing
The walls of Underground printing are lined with UNC logos and shirts displaying “Chapel Hill vs. All Y’all.” The Michigan-based store offers T-shirts from $15 to $35, many of which are designed by the company. The store serves both students and parents, but sees many Chapel Hill residents as well.
Johnny T-Shirt: The Carolina Store
Despite the name, Johnny T-shirt offers a little of everything. Shoppers can find car flags, kitchen supplies, pillows and, of course, T-shirts. Regular-priced men’s T-shirts start at $9.99. The store also offers gear for different UNC professional schools, like Kenan-Flagler Business School and the School of Media and Journalism.
Chapel Hill Sportswear
Chapel Hill Sportswear was opened in 1989 by a former UNC athlete. The store has since made it its mission to offer at least one product for every varsity sport at UNC, recognizing the hard work of all UNC athletes. Adult T-shirts are priced at $14.99 and children's are priced at $12.99. “Anyone who comes in on any budget will find a nice deal,” said Chapel Hill Sportswear Vice President John Hudson.
