by Dan Reeves and Carlie Sorosiak
FASHION/ WHERE TO SHOP
MALL
Standing Ovation
Crabtree Valley Mall, Raleigh
MetroBravo
The Streets at Southpoint, Durham
Honorable Mention
Cary Towne Center, Cary
Triangle Town Center & Commons, Raleigh
SHOPPING CENTER
Standing Ovation
The Commons at North Hills, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Cameron Village, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Lafayette Village, Raleigh
Brier Creek Commons, Raleigh
DEPARTMENT STORE
Standing Ovation
Belk, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Nordstrom, Durham and Charlotte
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Macy’s, Triangle-wide
H&M, Raleigh and Winston-Salem
GIFT STORE
Standing Ovation
Charlotte’s, Raleigh
MetroBravo
A Southern Season, Chapel Hill
Honorable Mention
Quintessentials, Raleigh
NOFO @ the Pig, Raleigh
MEN’S CLOTHING STORE
Standing Ovation
Nowell’s Clothing, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Varsity Men’s Wear, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Liles Clothing Studio, Raleigh
McKenzie Tribe, Raleigh
MEN’S SUITS
Standing Ovation
Brooks Brothers, Triangle-wide
Nowell’s Clothing, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Varsity Men’s Wear, Raleigh
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
JoS. A. Bank, Triangle-wide
TIES
Standing Ovation
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Nowell’s Clothing, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Brooks Brothers, Triangle-wide
Liles Clothing Studio, Raleigh
MEN’S SHOES
Standing Ovation
Nordstrom, Durham and Charlotte
MetroBravo
Belk, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Johnston & Murphy, Triangle-wide
SRI Shoe Warehouse, Raleigh
WOMEN’S CLOTHING STORE
Standing Ovation
Vermillion, Raleigh
Scout & Molly’s, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Cameron Clothing Company, Raleigh
Gena Chandler, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Fleur Boutique, Raleigh
EVENING/ COCKTAIL WEAR
Standing Ovation
Vermillion, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Fine Feathers, Chapel Hill
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Nordstrom, Durham and Charlotte
FUR COAT
Standing Ovation
Hertzberg Furs, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Serotta’s at North Hills, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Belk, Triangle-wide
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
WEDDING DRESS
Standing Ovation
Traditions by Anna, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Enchanting Moments, Fuquay-Varina
Honorable Mention
Victorian Rose Bridal, Raleigh
David’s Bridal, Raleigh and Durham
WOMEN’S CASUAL CLOTHING
Standing Ovation
Scout & Molly’s, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Cameron Clothing, Raleigh
Vermillion, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Anthropologie, Triangle-wide
DESIGNER JEANS
Standing Ovation
Uniquities, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Gena Chandler, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
Raleigh Denim, Raleigh
WOMEN’S SHOES
Standing Ovation
Main & Taylor, Raleigh and Greensboro
MetroBravo
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
Kristen’s Shoe Boutique, Cary
Honorable Mention
Nordstrom, Durham and Charlotte
HANDBAG
Standing Ovation
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Main & Taylor, Raleigh and Greensboro
Honorable Mention
Hudson Belk, Triangle-wide
Vermillion, Raleigh
LINGERIE
Standing Ovation
Victoria’s Secret, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Nordstrom, Durham and Charlotte
Honorable Mention
Belk, Triangle-wide
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
MATERNITY CLOTHING
Standing Ovation
Love in Bloom, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Lamb’s Ear, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Target, Triangle-wide
BATHING SUIT
Standing Ovation
Belk, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
H&M, Raleigh and Winston-Salem
Honorable Mention
Gena Chandler, Raleigh
KID’S CLOTHING
Standing Ovation
Lamb’s Ear, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Polka Dots, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Nordstrom, Durham and Charlotte
TWEEN’S CLOTHING
Standing Ovation
Belk, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Gap, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Nordstrom, Durham and Charlotte
OUTDOOR CLOTHING
Standing Ovation
REI, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Great Outdoor Provision Co.,
Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Dick’s Sporting Goods, Triangle-wide
CONSIGNMENT SHOP
Standing Ovation
Dress, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Revolver Consignment Shop, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Plato’s Closet, Triangle-wide
MAKE-UP SELECTION
Standing Ovation
Sephora, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Belk, Raleigh
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Nordstrom, Durham and Charlotte
For many couples, August is wedding season. And last summer’s Royal Wedding Fever taught that women love gorgeous gowns, sparkling diamonds and elegant ceremonies. (But didn’t we know that already?) Below Metro presents the Bravo winners in every woman’s blissful wedding dreams.
Every wedding starts with a ring – it tells the world that you’re in love. Metro readers say custom designed wedding rings are in vogue: your love is one of a kind, so why not your ring? Both Bailey’s Fine Jewelry and J.M. Edwards Jewelry offer custom jewelry, from three-stone settings to classic princess cut diamonds. Try a yellow, canary diamond if you really want to stand out!
What’s a wedding without the perfect dress? Showcasing traditional couture, and even eco-friendly designers, Traditions by Anna offers a vast selection of stunning gowns. Their personable bridal consultants work to ensure that you and your gown live happily-ever-after. Along with Traditions, Enchanting Moments in Fuquay-Varina offers custom-fit couture gowns sure to fulfill all your wedding desires. Still want to shop around? Victorian Rose Bridals and David’s Bridal strive to make all brides feel radiant on their special day.
The cake is the glue of a wedding – guests enjoy it, the fondant looks pretty, and the bride and groom get to stuff it in each other’s faces. Edible Art, Sugarland, and Sweet Memories all showcase delicious, scratch-made cakes that look almost too good to eat. For example, Edible Art adds faux seashells to cakes for beach weddings. With expert creative food designers, your wedding cake can be as colorful, vibrant and unique as your relationship!
DESIGNER JEWELRY
Standing Ovation
Elaine Miller Collection, Raleigh
Ora Jewelers, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, Raleigh and Rocky Mount
Honorable Mention
Hamilton Hill, Durham
ESTATE JEWELRY
Standing Ovation
Elaine Miller Collection, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Joint Venture Estate Jewelers, Cary
Honorable Mention
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, Triangle-wide
WEDDING RINGS
Standing Ovation
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
J.M. Edwards Jewelry, Cary
Honorable Mention
Reliable Loan, Raleigh
PEARLS
Standing Ovation
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Elaine Miller Collection, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
J.M. Edwards Jewelry, Cary
WATCHES
Standing Ovation
J.M. Edwards Jewelry, Cary
MetroBravo
Johnson’s Jeweler’s, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, Triangle-wide
SUNGLASSES
Standing Ovation
Sunglass Hut, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
The Spectacle, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
20/20 Eyeworks, Triangle-wide
PERFUME
Standing Ovation
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Belk, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Sephora, Raleigh
BEST PLACE TO BUY…
CLOTHES FOR YOUR DAUGHTER
Standing Ovation
Vermillion, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Fleur Boutique, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Gena Chandler, Raleigh
Palm Avenue, Raleigh
CLOTHES FOR YOUR MOTHER
Standing Ovation
Cameron Clothing Co., Raleigh
MetroBravo
Saks Fifth Avenue, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Fine Feathers, Chapel Hill
RETAIL
DRY CLEANER
Standing Ovation
Brothers Cleaners, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Medlin-Davis Cleaners, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Hilker’s Cleaners, Raleigh
Pope’s Dry Cleaners, Raleigh
TAILOR
Standing Ovation
Lee’s Tailor Shop, Crabtree Valley Mall, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Kim’s Tailor, Raleigh and Wake Forest
Honorable Mention
Duke’s Tailor, Raleigh and Cary
Shanghai Tailors, Raleigh
DRUG STORE
Standing Ovation
Walgreens, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Rite Aid, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Kerr Drug, Triangle-wide
Target, Triangle-wide
Phydeaux
Organic and all-natural foods aren’t just for humans. Now your pet can enjoy a happy, healthy, eco-friendly lifestyle! From freeze-dried sweet potato snacks to kibbles with real smoked salmon, Phydeaux has the finest assortment of reasonably-priced, gourmet food for your dog, cat, bird or small animal. This unique pet shop also features everything your pet could possibly need, including beds, toys, leashes, and even vitamin supplements and life vests. So treat your pets to the good life and take a road trip to Phydeaux! Although this shop does not sell animals, Phydeaux welcomes pets to come browse the store!
PET BOUTIQUE
Standing Ovation
Phydeaux, Raleigh and Chapel Hill
MetroBravo
Gourmutt’s Bakery, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Unleashed, Raleigh and Wilmington
BOOK STORE
Standing Ovation
Quail Ridge Books, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Barnes & Noble, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Reader’s Corner, Raleigh
WINE RETAILER
Standing Ovation
Total Wine & More, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
A Southern Season, Chapel Hill
Honorable Mention
Seaboard Wine Warehouse, Raleigh
WEDDING CAKES
Standing Ovation
Edible Art, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Sugarland, Chapel Hill, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Sweet Memories Bakery, Apex
WEDDING REGISTRY
Standing Ovation
Bailey’s Fine Jewelry, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Belk, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Quintessentials, Raleigh
Bikes
As Raleigh, Durham and Chapel continue to grow, bicycle enthusiasts are everywhere, from the downtown hipster on his rusty Schwinn 10-speed to hard core trail riders. Being green, getting healthy and avoiding high gas prices are crucial to all of us these days, and riding your bike as a mode of transportation is en vogue. Frank’s Cyclery, a “true mechanics bike shop”, received the highest number of votes. Founded in 2003, Frank’s long-standing goal is to share a passion for biking with customers while offering quality mid to high level customized bikes and expert repair service for the cycling community. Performance Bikes tied with Frank’s for best bike shop from voters looking for competitive pricing on bicycles, helmets, clothing and gear for riders of any experience level or age. Locally owned and operated for over 60 years, Flythe Cyclery is a Raleigh staple and automatic go-to for those in the community whose first “real” bike came from there. Metro readers vote for Flythe’s year after year for their hometown feel and long lasting reputation for quality.
BICYCLE SHOP
Standing Ovation
Frank’s Cyclery, Raleigh
Performance Bikes, Raleigh and Cary
MetroBravo
Trek Bicycles, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
All-Star Bikes, Raleigh and Cary
Flythe Cyclery, Raleigh
HANDBAG & SHOE REPAIR
Standing Ovation
H&H, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Man Mur, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Santana Creative, Raleigh
LINENS
Standing Ovation
Lavender and Lace, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Belk, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Bed Bath & Beyond, Triangle-wide
Macy’s, Triangle-wide
GOLF EQUIPMENT
Standing Ovation
Falls of the Neuse Golf, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Golfsmith, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Dick’s Sporting Goods, Triangle-wide
PICTURE FRAMING
Standing Ovation
Frameworks, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Flink’s, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Jerry’s Arterama, Raleigh
Michaels, Triangle-wide
PIANO
Standing Ovation
Hopper Piano, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Maus Piano & Organ Co., Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Ruggero Piano, Raleigh
STATIONERY
Standing Ovation
Taylor’s of Raleigh, Raleigh
MetroBravo
PaperBuzz, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Salutations Fine Stationery and Gifts, Chapel Hill
CHILDREN’S TOYS
Standing Ovation
Learning Express, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Target, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Toys R Us, Triangle-wide
BOAT
Standing Ovation
Chatlee Boat & Marine, Sanford
MetroBravo
West Marine, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Marine Max, Wrightsville Beach and Southport
Morehead Marine, Morehead City
HOMELIFE
FLORIST
Standing Ovation
Kelly Odom Flowers, Raleigh
North Raleigh Florist, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Fallon’s Creative Flowers, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Carlton’s Flowers, Raleigh
GARDEN CENTER/ NURSERY
Standing Ovation
Logan’s Trading Company, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Homewood Nursery & Garden Center, Raleigh
Atlantic Avenue Orchid & Garden, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Garden Supply Company, Cary
HOME MEDIA SYSTEM
Standing Ovation
Audio Advice, Raleigh and Charlotte
MetroBravo
Carolina Sound, Burlington
Honorable Mention
Look & Listen, Raleigh
PLACE TO OWN A SECOND HOME
Standing Ovation
Bald Head Island
MetroBravo
Wrightsville Beach
Honorable Mention
Blowing Rock
COASTAL DEVELOPMENT
Standing Ovation
Figure Eight Island
MetroBravo
Landfall, Wilmington
Honorable Mention
Bald Head Island
CONTEMPORARY FURNITURE
Standing Ovation
Nowell’s Contemporary and Scandinavian Furniture, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Ecko Home Furnishings, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Ambiente Modern Furniture, Raleigh
TRADITIONAL FURNITURE
Standing Ovation
Green Front Furniture, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Ethan Allen, Triangle-wide
Haverty’s, Fayetteville and Wilmington
Honorable Mention
Whitley Furniture Galleries, Zebulon
BEACH HOUSE FURNITURE
Standing Ovation
The Wicker Gallery, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Kirk Import’s, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
McQueen’s Interiors, Morehead City
BEDS
Standing Ovation
Fred’s Beds, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Green Front Furniture, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Haverty’s, Triangle-wide
KITCHEN APPLIANCES
Standing Ovation
Kitchen & Bath Galleries, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Ferguson Enterprises, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Lowe’s Home Improvement,
Triangle-wide
LAMPS
Standing Ovation
Thompson-Lynch Co., Raleigh
MetroBravo
The Shade Tree, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Pottery Barn, Triangle-wide
ANTIQUES
Standing Ovation
Acquisitions, Ltd., Raleigh
MetroBravo
Hunt & Gather, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Posh, Raleigh
ART GALLERY
Standing Ovation
ArtSource Fine Art Gallery and Framing, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Flander’s Gallery, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
The Mahler Gallery, Raleigh
CARPET
Standing Ovation
Eatmans Carpets & Interiors, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Terry’s Floor Fashion, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Brentwood Carpets & Flooring, Cary and Raleigh
ORIENTAL RUG
Standing Ovation
Capel Rug Outlet, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Green Front Interiors & Rugs, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Caravan Rugs, Raleigh
Persian Carpet Inc., Durham
HOME SECURITY SYSTEM
Standing Ovation
ADT Security Services
MetroBravo
CPI Security
Honorable Mention
Carolina Sound and Security
HEALTHCARE/WELLNESS/BEAUTY
HOSPITAL
Standing Ovation
Rex Hospital, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Duke University Medical Center, Durham
WakeMed Health & Hospitals, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill
EMERGENCY ROOM
Standing Ovation
WakeMed Health & Hospitals, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Rex Hospital, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Duke University Medical Center, Durham
BIRTHING CENTER
Standing Ovation
Rex Hospital, Raleigh
MetroBravo
WakeMed Health & Hospitals, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill
CARDIAC CENTER
Standing Ovation
Rex Hospital, Raleigh
MetroBravo
WakeMed Health & Hospitals, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Duke University Medical Center, Durham
Duke Cancer Center
The newest addition to the Duke medical complex opened its doors in February of this year. The new Cancer Center now provides doctors, patients and researchers the ability to work together in the fight against cancer. Integrated medical attention backed by teams of oncologists and researchers, enhances Duke’s reputation as one of the best medical centers in the world.
CANCER CARE CENTER
Standing Ovation
Duke University Medical Center, Durham
MetroBravo
University of North Carolina Hospitals, Chapel Hill
Honorable Mention
Rex Hospital, Raleigh
EYECARE CENTER
Standing Ovation
Eye Care Associates, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Duke Eye Center, Durham and Cary
Honorable Mention
Raleigh Eye Center, Raleigh
Triangle Eye Institute, Triangle-wide
PLASTIC SURGERY CENTER
Standing Ovation
Davis Plastic Surgery, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Duke Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, Durham
Honorable Mention
Dr. William Lambeth, Raleigh
Dr. Cynthia Gregg, Cary
VEIN CENTER
Standing Ovation
Vein Clinics of America, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Raleigh Vein & Laser Center, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Duke Vein Clinic, Durham
Carolina Vein Center, Durham
VETERINARIAN
Standing Ovation
CareFirst Animal Hospital, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Bowman Animal Hospital, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Hayes Barton Animal Hospital, Raleigh
FACIAL
Standing Ovation
Skin Sense, A Day Spa, Raleigh and Cary
MetroBravo
Synergy Spa, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
The Museum Spa, Raleigh
The Umstead Hotel & Spa, Cary
PLACE FOR MANICURE/ PEDICURE
Standing Ovation
Skin Sense, A Day Spa, Raleigh and Cary
Synergy Spa, Raleigh
MetroBravo
The Umstead Spa, Cary
Honorable Mention
Lee Spa Nails, Triangle-wide
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Standing Ovation
Sports & More Physical Therapy, Cary and Raleigh
MetroBravo
Triangle Orthopaedic Associates, Inc., Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Raleigh Orthopaedic Clinic,
Triangle-wide
Acupuncture
Exploring holistic treatments and herbal remedies for illness is now a reality in our culture. Our readers submitted the most votes for Triangle Acupuncture Clinic, a large scale healing center boasting six professional therapists each specialized in a particular ailment. Close behind in the balloting was Eastern Traditions, founded by doctor of Chinese medicine Dr. Lei Zheng. C. Daerr Reid, L.Ac., received Honorable Mention. Reid is also an active advocate for alternative medical treatments.
ACUPUNCTURIST
Standing Ovation
Triangle Acupuncture Clinic, LLC, Chapel Hill and Raleigh
MetroBravo
Dr. Lei Zheng; Eastern Traditions, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
C. Daerr Reid, LAc. MSOM, Raleigh
SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES
Standing Ovation
Magnolia Glen, Raleigh
MetroBravo
The Cypress of Raleigh, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Carolina Meadows, Chapel Hill
The Heritage of Raleigh, Raleigh
HEALTH CLUB
Standing Ovation
O2 Fitness, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
Rapid Fitness, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
YMCA, Triangle-wide
SKIN CARE PRODUCTS
Standing Ovation
Synergy Spa, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Skin Sense, A Day Spa, Raleigh and Cary
Honorable Mention
Luxe Apothecary, Raleigh
WELLNESS CENTER
Standing Ovation
Rex Wellness Center, Triangle-wide
MetroBravo
UNC Wellness Center at Meadowmont, Chapel Hill
Honorable Mention
The Center: Natural Health Specialists, Raleigh
DAY SPA
Standing Ovation
Skin Sense, A Day Spa, Raleigh and Cary
MetroBravo
Synergy Spa, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
The Umstead Spa, Cary
HAIR SALON
Standing Ovation
Douglas Carroll Salon, Raleigh
Salon Blu, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Lux Salon, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Samuel Cole Salon, Raleigh
Yoga Studio
Yoga studios often offer a bland menu of the same thing, but not Moving Mantra. Like acupuncture, Yoga is a practice we borrowed from the East that fuses effective activity and stretching motions to yield beneficial results, including meditative and spiritual value. Voters awarded Moving Mantra Yoga where the staff teaches from the traditional eight- limbed system that integrates positive attitudes towards the self and others with physical practice including asana (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques), understanding and controlling the chatter of the mind, developing concentration, cultivating relaxation and learning simple meditation techniques. Blue Lotus, winner of the Metro Bravo award, seeks to to create a community based on their desire to share. In Eastern traditions, the blue lotus represents the victory of the spirit over the senses and signifies the wisdom of knowledge. Gateway and Open Door tied for honorable mention.
YOGA STUDIO
Standing Ovation
Moving Mantra Yoga Studio, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Blue Lotus, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Open Door Yoga, Raleigh
SALON FOR SPRAY TAN
Standing Ovation
Physios Salon, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Douglas Carroll Salon, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Sun Tan City, Triangle-wide
EDUCATION
PRE-SCHOOL
Standing Ovation
Trinity Academy, Raleigh
MetroBravo
White Memorial, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
The Goddard School, Raleigh
PRIVATE LOWER SCHOOL
Standing Ovation
Ravenscroft, Raleigh
MetroBravo
St. David’s School, Raleigh
Trinity Academy, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Cary Academy, Cary
PRIVATE HIGH SCHOOL
Standing Ovation
Ravenscroft, Raleigh
Trinity Academy, Raleigh
MetroBravo
St. David’s School, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Cardinal Gibbons High School, Raleigh
Cary Academy, Cary
William Peace University
Tied with Duke University for best private college, William Peace University – a picturesque campus in the heart of Raleigh – receives this year’s Standing Ovation from Metro readers. The 154-year-old Raleigh school recently expanded from offering a two-year degree as Peace College to a four-year liberal arts and sciences college. Peace will admit men to undergraduate programs starting in the fall.
PRIVATE COLLEGE
Standing Ovation
Duke University, Durham
William Peace University, Raleigh
MetroBravo
Meredith College, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Davidson College, Davidson
PUBLIC COLLEGE
Standing Ovation
North Carolina State University, Raleigh
MetroBravo
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill
Honorable Mention
East Carolina University, Greenville
The University of North Carolina Wilmington, Wilmington
PARTY SCHOOL
Standing Ovation
East Carolina University, Greenville
MetroBravo
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill
Honorable Mention
North Carolina State University, Raleigh
AUTOMOTIVE
CAR DEALERSHIP
Standing Ovation
Johnson Lexus, Raleigh and Durham
MetroBravo
Leith Porsche, Cary
Leith Mercedes-Benz, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Fred Anderson Toyota, Raleigh
SPORTS UTILITY VEHICLE
Standing Ovation
Porsche Cayenne
BMW X5
MetroBravo
Acura MDX
Honorable Mention
Jeep Grand Cherokee
SPORTS CAR
Standing Ovation
Porsche Panamera
MetroBravo
Mercedes SLS AMG
Honorable Mention
BMW Z4
Audi R8
SEDAN
Standing Ovation
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
MetroBravo
Lexus LS
Honorable Mention
Cadillac CTS Sport
LUXURY CAR
Standing Ovation
BMW 760Li
MetroBravo
Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
Honorable Mention
Jaguar XK
HYBRID CAR
Standing Ovation
Lexus LS
MetroBravo
Porsche Cayenne
Honorable Mention
Infiniti M
DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE
Standing Ovation
Johnson Lexus, Raleigh and Durham
MetroBravo
Leith Mercedes, Triangle-wide
Honorable Mention
Thompson Cadillac, Raleigh
SERVICE STATION
Standing Ovation
Glenwood Village Exxon, Raleigh
MetroBravo
North Hills Exxon, Raleigh
Honorable Mention
Mission Valley 66, Raleigh
White-Wall Auto Repair, Raleigh