Fashion

If you ask Brisbane’s fashion elite where they got their most recent stunning piece, chances are this James Street boutique is the answer.

An inner-city Brisbane destination offering a curated selection of both emerging and internationally acclaimed brands, Laced first opened in 2006.

SWOP Clothing Exchange sells sustainably sourced vintage and preloved gear. You can find their funky shop as you wander along Boundary Street in West End. Step into their eclectic world of plants, concrete floors, tunes and a whole lot of high-quality pre-loved clothes. 

Magpie Goose is an Aboriginal-owned, ethically made label with a unique view of garments as an artistic platform to share culture through. Each statement piece is a conversation starter part of a limited collection crafted in Sydney, from bright and bold fabrics screen-printed by artisans. They promote care to Country by using 100% natural fibres that are long-lasting, but still soft on your skin and the Earth. 

Smell that? That’s the smell of passionate souls, handpicked roses and exquisite perfumes wafting from New York sensation Le Labo in Fortitude Valley. Trust us, this place will change the way you buy fragrance forever.

Always wondered if you’d make a good florist? Or maybe you just have an upcoming event you want some floral decorations for, but not the usual eye-watering price tag. Well, at Woolloongabba’s new flower market, you can channel your inner florist and create your own bouquets, decorations or arrangements, and all it takes is a little creativity and maybe a good pair of secateurs. 

Here to change the jewellery game, Sarah & Sebastian just opened their first Brisbane store the CBD—and it's their biggest to date. These are the guys behind the super fine jewellery you’ve probably seen on Insta and if you’ve been stuck on what to buy your mum/friend/girlfriend (you get it), you’ve just found it.  

Initially a travelling pop-up store, Désordre has become a go-to for party outfits that stand out—and it has just opened its first Brisbane boutique. Step into the all-pink wonderland just off James Street to find party looks from international and local designers.

When it comes to Brisbane-based activewear labels, LSKD has to be one of our favourites—you’ll find plenty of their pieces in our own gym wardrobes. Designed and developed right here in Queensland, they're headquartered just down the highway in Loganholme, but since that's a little far to go for your average shopping trip, we were stoked to hear that they were opening a new retail store at Westfield Chermside—only their third bricks and mortar store in Australia. 

As much as we love the convenience of online shopping, being able to try something on before we buy will always be the preferred option—which is why we are stoked that Sir The Label has opened a Brisbane boutique. Only the second physical location for the Australian label, the first being their flagship store in Byron, the new James Street locale fits right in to the luxe shopping and dining precinct, with a gorgeous space designed by Tamsin Johnson. 

Brisbane’s shoe lovers have had their prayers answered, with Bared Footwear finally landing in the city for IRL shopping, opening their first Queensland store in the luxe James Street precinct. Known for having the most comfortable shoes around (we’re not biased or anything), this Australian-born and raised brand has only gone up in popularity since it began. Not only that but Bared Footwear is Australia’s first B-Corp certified footwear brand that, up until now, was strictly based in Melbourne. 

The brainchild of two neighbours turned besties, Active Truth is a homegrown Brisbane activewear label that places special emphasis on diversity in every sense of the word—and they just opened their very first bricks and mortar store. Not far away from their Nundah HQ, the store has landed inside Toombul Shopping centre, stocking their range of high quality activewear for all shapes and abilities.

rebel’s newly enlarged concept store at Westfield Garden is designed for anything but a standard retail browsing session. It will take your shopping experience to a whole new ball game (literally)—you can shoot some hoops on a basketball court in the 'Home of Basketball' or kick a football around and test out your aim in the 'Home of Football. If you're more of a virtual sports fan, you can take a seat and play FIFA or MADDEN on the in-store video game console.

rebel’s new concept store at Westfield Chermside is designed for anything but a standard retail browsing session. It will take your shopping experience to a whole new ball game (literally)—you can shoot some hoops on a basketball court with a mural painted by talented local street artist, James Small.

Joining its sibling venues Cielo Rooftop Bar and La Costa Restaurant around the corner, La Velle is much more than just a wine bar. Part bottle shop, part wine club, part snack stop, it’s the perfect place to head for after-work drinks, pre-dinner drinks or even just a cheeky lunch of focaccia with a glass of rose.

Landing on Wickham Street in Fortitude Valley, Catalog Music Co. is a groovy new record store specialising in the finest pre-loved and fresh new records, and welcomes everyone from first-time record buyers to seasoned collectors. You don't even have to wait until you get home to listen to the pure sounds of good vinyl, with custom marble 1200s complete with headphones right there in-store for you to make use of.

Being that we are huge fans of The Borrowed Nursery's Gold Coast store, we were pretty stoked to hear that they were opening a new location in Brisbane, and even more excited when we discovered it was going to be located in a rustic, industrial warehouse just as Instagrammable as their GC spot. Swapping the white and peach colour palette for a forest green shed, the new space has just opened in Windsor, the first tennant to hit the 'burbs boutique Colwill Place development. 

Founded in 2013, dunkle authentic is the brainchild of Molly Dunkle, a longtime advocate for embracing natural beauty and self-care. With the help of her father, an environmental chemist, Molly spent her teendom whipping up batches of her own lip balms and make up, eventually following a career as a make up artist. Now, Molly has opened her first studio on California Lane, where she hand makes a range of feel-good makeup and skincare.

Fortitude Valley just gained a shiny new store whose luxurious nonchalance looks right at home on James Street. The Elka Collective decor breathes high-end simplicity: the layered textures, creamy beige and white accessories, wood accents, and pops of green all work together to create a relaxed but luxurious atmosphere. 

Vintage and cutting edge streetwear fans alike will want to check out this one-of-a-kind streetwear store, where you'll find Yeezys alongside old school Jordans as well as a carefully curated of range of clothing, accessories and footwear. 

If you’ve spent any time at Brisbane’s fashion markets, you’re probably familiar with Aster + Lilou. This local label has been doing upcycled and vintage fashion since before it was cool.

Tucked away in the leafy suburb of Bulimba, owner and designer Safa Itote has opened The Common Thread, one of a handful of Brisbane boutiques showcasing sustainable and ethical clothing labels.

Playful florals and big block colours are king at Mister Zimi's incredible space on James St in Fortitude Valley. Basically, prints rule at Zimi—and is no place for shy, retiring violets.

Bassike store on James St in Fortitude Valley is the iconic Aussie brand's first independent shopfront in Queensland. Housed on the ground floor of the impressive Calile hotel complex, this entire corner of Brisbane's famous shopping street has undergone a multi-million dollar face lift that now houses some of the world's best brands.

A Brisbane icon (and a regular feature in our wardrobe) Frances Hendrie, the famed organic tee designers have recently expanded their fashionable empire, welcoming Frances Hendrie Athleisure into the fold!

Attention carnivores! Have we got something juicy and delicious for you...

Noosa’s famed tex-mex and burger joint Bordertown has come to Brisbane and we are super excited (to say the least). While Bordertown on the coast is a day and night fine dining joint, the Brisbane version has been adapted for on-the-go CBD dwellers.

Carseldine Farmers & Artisan Markets located in North Brisbane, is home to premium quality and locally sourced fresh produce, gourmet foods, including award-winning jams, oils and chutneys, locally grown fruit and veg, Maleny cheeses, fresh local seafood and premium meats and artisan baked breads and pastries.

Attention chocolate lovers! Small-batch artisan confectionery shop, New Farm Confectionery, is the place of your grown-up lolly shop dreams—and they've got some big things in the works for 2018.

Stumped on what to do for your next catchup with pals, or have an upcoming special occasion that needs celebrating? Then look no further than Brush & Barrel, the super cute paint and sip concept that guarantees a good time, every time!

Need a little help adulting? Yep, don’t we all. The fact is, there’s no magic age you get to when suddenly you have everything together, including a beautifully styled house that cleans itself.

Still waiting for your acceptance letter from Hogwarts? Bide your time at Samford’s most magical shop, The Store of Requirement.

Fortitude Valley's iconic Calexico has only gone and given the boys somewhere to drop their hard-earned dollies. Enter, Calexico Man—Brisbane's hottest menswear boutique! 

Was there ever a sweeter-sounding phrase than “passive income”? Unless, of course, it’s “massive discount on designer clothes”. Well, online platform LendMyTrend is a great way to make both a sweet, sweet reality.

If your inner stationery geek revels in the smooth, blank-paged glory of a gorgeous new notebook, if organising all the pretty details of an event is your jam, or if you secretly actually love gift-wrapping, The Paper Empire might just be your personal, paper-tastic heaven on earth.

Get a taste of fresh air and get out of town at gorgeous organic farm, Peak Organics at Ivorys Rock, Ipswich.

If you haven't hopped on the Korean beauty train yet, it's time to get on board. Be transported to a futuristic, quirky world of snail mucin, sheet masks, snake venom and kitschy packaging—where you'll have the best skin of your life. Sounds great, but South Korea is just a little far away? Good news: you can skip the exxy round trip and stock up on Korean icons at online K-beauty mecca, STYLE STORY.

So you’re after some glasses, but you want them to do that fabulous mug of yours justice. Your face is unique, so why shouldn’t your glasses be too? Enter 2020 Optical: Brisbane’s optical specialist that offers the very best in eyewear from around the world.

Clearly we're not alone when we say we're a bit obsessed with all things living green, and newbie Gaythorne plant store Botanika by Kismet damn well knows it!

Reigning from the Sunshine Coast hinterland, Mas & Miek Ceramic House is a unique addition to Newstead. The creative nest is a mother/daughter duo's concept used to teach and experiment with the crafty elements of handmade ceramics.

Assembly Label on James Street, Fortitude Valley appreciates fine design and classic pieces.

Gelato Messina in South Brisbane have brought their infamous and highly addictive gelato flavours to Brisbane!

Renowned chef Ryan Squires' Esq Shop is the Brisbane providore of your foodie dreams. Bringing the detail and freshness of the infamous Esq menu to your pantry, Esq Shop will provide the discerning shopper with incredible homemade food products—small batch style!

If perusing luxury designer brands that you just can't find on the highstreet is your bag, then Harrolds is your fashion Mecca. Residing on the ground floor of gorgeous Pacific Fair on the Gold Coast, Harrolds stocks famed designers from Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga to Tom Ford and Comme Des Garçon—it's the stuff of your fashionable dreams! 

Elysian Skin and Body in Wilston is the ultimate suburban spa experience. In the cosy 'burbs of Wilston this beautiful mecca has thought of all of your essential beauty needs, and does luxury spa treatments like no one else.

Flower Haul is a fabulous online flower shop and delivery service. Not your typical florist, bunches are handpicked, fresh bunches from the flower market every morning and delieved straight to your door.

About a Boy & A Girl is your Newstead cafe-come one-stop market for everything wholefoods and health. Expect a gorgeous food market, cellar and cafe that sells fresh, wholesome food and drinks, and even natural skincare products. 

Street Lab Speciality Coffee is Fortitude Valley's answer to your coffee (and your limited edition Nike Air Jordans) cravings. 

The Little Posy Co. is Brisbane's most adorable flower delivery service. These guys put together a selection of bouquets curated daily that they'll deliver right to your loved ones door—or your door, you've earnt it—for $35 to pretty much anywhere in the city! If you're feeling fancy, they'll also whip up double posy, too! The flowers are picked fresh daily, bright and early from the flower markets. Be sure to get your order in before 12pm though, or order in advance. Better yet, snag yourself a subscription and score fresh blooms each week. Winning!

Our fave activewear brand, lululemon, have finally opened up in the Brisbane CBD. We're pretty darn excited for a number of reasons, but mostly because their tights are potentially the comfiest item of clothing... on earth! Stop by to check out the CBD store and get your toosh into gear for that whole 'new year, new you' thing. 

If you're looking to make your home pop with colour, sophistication and elegance, The Modern Furniture Store in Fortitude Valley has a stunning range of Scandinavian-designed furniture as well as beautiful homewares and accessories to add that little extra something to every corner. The kind of furniture and homewares store that you'll walk into and immediately want one of everything, The Modern stocks a range of goods from design legends Marimekko, Iittala, Architectmade and  Normann Copenhagen, which perfectly complement their simple but stunning furniture. 

Sheets on the Line is all about luxurious organic bed linen and manchester, and you can find this boutique offering in Paddington, of course. This bedding store has seen great success online and at it's Melbourne retail store and showroom, but luckily we have the chance to buy straight from the shop in Brisbane too! 

The It Kit is your passport to hassle free present buying—yes, it is possible! The It Kit's online store is your one-stop-shop for gorgeous, beautifully curated and packaged pressies for when you need the perfect gift, but have no idea where to start!

As if Newstead wasn't already cool enough, About A Boy & A Girl is a new Brisbane cafe having just opened their doors. About A Boy & A Girl is a wine cellar slash cafe slash organic grocer. AKA, it's freaking awesome. 

Fallow boutique in Fortitude Valley specialises in avante-garde fasion and homewares, but that's not all they're good at. The store transcends the retail experience as customers engage in a space that is known for its moderninity and gallery-style design. 

Flower Lovers have just opened a new location in Fortitude Valley! Brisbane’s largest fresh flower wholesaler and retailer will blow your mind with their talent of arranging blooms and fresh bunches to buy. They still provide all the same services as at the bigger Rocklea Showroom, whether you need a bunch of peonies to brighten up your home decor, or to have an awesome floral arrangement at your wedding. Go check it out!

Ballistic Beer Co. in Salisbury is the suburban brewery of your fantasies—perfect for the inner beer connoisseur in all of us. This friendly, beer-obsessed team are producing something a little different over on the southside; great-tasting beer, with a twist.

Stocked in some of Australia's most prestigious boutiques including Brisbane's Maryon's, Natasha Schweitzer has a new bricks and mortar flagship boutique on James Street for you to explore.

Self-taught jeweller Chrissa Alexion has been creating stunning pieces of jewellrey for over 12 years. Her work is inspired by the animal world (without harming the little critters!): think feathers, bone and wings. Pop into this gorgeous little shop on James Street to browse her contemporary handmade collection.

THR1VE isn’t your run of the mill lunch spot, instead serving fresh flavour bombs that are vibrant and tasty. Built on the mission to deliver real food, real fast, THR1VE is the ideal hit-and-run spot for a healthy lunch, or breakfast which they serve all day from 7am. Their inner city locations mean that you no longer have to make do with unhealthy and uninspiring lunches in the middle of your workday and can instead make your first choice, conveniently the healthiest choice. 

Brownie addicts everywhere can now get their hands on I Heart Brownies' delicious, heart-shaped goodies... IN THE CBD! No longer a schlep into Valley territory, I Heart Brownies' kiosk-style CBD store, housed in the Wintergarden, continues to facilitate our confection addictions—we're talking 12 flavours of your fave brownie flavours baked fresh on the daily—with coffee and their famous pink lemonade also making an appearance. It's heart-shaped heaven!

Ground Collective in Paddington is your one-stop shop for all things wellness, and ticks the boxes of life’s true essentials; self-care, nutrition and exercise. Offering a holistic approach to living a healthy lifestyle, the Ground Collective is comprised of a number of local businesses under one roof, including Eden Skin Clinic and Day Spa, Fire Flow Yoga, Pilates and The Common Whole Foods. Serving up delicious healthy meals and snacks in the cafe, inspiring yoga classes at Fire Flow, and stunning day spa facilities at Eden, Ground Collective is the ideal place to workout, eat, chill and beautify. 

Brisbane's favourite kitchen emporium-come-wonderland, Taste has moved from its iconic James Street location, and has set up new digs in Red Hill! Located in a beautifully renovated workers cottage (Insta snappers at the ready!), Taste's new store still showcases the very best curated homewares, products and utensils they're known for, but in addition, now also serves up coffee (courtesy of Toby's Estate), sweet treats and pastries (thanks to Jocelyn's Provisions), plus a deli where you can pick up luxury goodies for your pantry! 

Brisbane has finally landed a huuuge organic super store in Rocklea, right next to the markets, so you know it's fresh. So, expect mega-fresh organic-produce from Aussie farmers including fruit, veg, meat, milk, eggs, bread, natural cosmetics and a whole lot more. There's also a cafe, serving up (you guesed it) organic, local goodies. The aptly named Evolve Cafe does a great gourmet sandwich, and a whole heap of cold pressed juices. It's a one stop shop. 

Nestled on Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley is artisan, a hub for creativity, craft and design. This hidden gem is perfect for those looking for one-off, handmade pieces by local artists. 

Beautiful, dainty and ethereal creations await at Molten Store's new home on James Street. Expect eye-catching jewellery, on trend accessories and good vibes all round. Head to their new store this weekend to snag a gift bag with purchase from some super talented brands. You can also find Molten Store at Carindale. 

At long last, the coastal vibes of Noosa Longboards have set up shop on the not so sandy shores of East Brisbane. Stop by to browse the epic array of long boards, drop in for a coffee, surf wear and all the chill vibes. Stocking their own handcrafted line of surfboards plus a curated offering of local artisans and international brands that are so cool it hurts, it's a taste of the coast sans the traffic jams. 

North-siders prepare for a sugar rush because Lucid Sweets has opened its first IRL store in Geebung! Boasting beautiful meringue kisses as far as the eye can see, you can now get your hands on Lucid's infamous sweet treats whenever the sugary mood strikes. With a huge array of mini meringue flavours including rosewater and pistachio, raspberry and coconut, plus our personal fave, toasted coconut, Lucid Sweets is also keeping the more savoury-inclined customers content with freshly toasted bagels, croissants and sandwiches all day, everyday.

Jocelyn's Provisions in Fortitude Valley is one of Brisbane's most celebrated and beloved artisan patisseries. Their beautiful flagship store has undergone a stunning transformation and now resides down the achingly cool Ada Lane, off James Street.

Cheese enthusiasts (aka everyone) get excited! Word on the grapevine is Brisbane’s cheese game will soon be elevated to the next level, with the addition of French ex-pat Sarah Thuillet's gourmet fromagerie Emile and Solange. Emile and Solange will be gracing the Vielle Branche complex in Albion. These guys have just opened, so start planning your visit ASAP. 

Hailed as one of the best spots in Brisbane for an epic feed, Eat Street Northshore at Hamilton Wharf have been filling up the bellies of hungry Brisbane foodies every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for a while now!

Located in Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre, Pelican's Catch has the freshest seafood on the Westside. Open seven days, Pelican's Catch vends premium quality seafood, and freshly fillets their fish and shucks their oysters in store. Punters can also opt to dine in and Pelican's Catch will cook your fillet of choice to perfection. With market fresh seafood arriving daily, the fresh selection changes constantly so there's always something new to try. 

A welcome addition to the Brisbane cafe scene, Botanica Real Food have opened their second store in Teneriffe! No longer just for the hungry hoards in Red Hill, you can now get your hands on their delicious salads, healthy breakfast options, and their infamous only-slighty-sinful sweet treats from their new digs in Teneriffe!

Pack your sun hat, put petrol in your car, and set a course north for a morning at the Caloundra Street Fair. On every Sunday from 8am (earlybirds will appreciate) and cracking on until 1pm, the Caloundra Street Fair is the perfect way to spend a day up the coast, stuffifng your face with great food and spending up a storm on local gems. 

Brisbane chocolatiers, Kokopod are doing us chocoholics proud! Available in various local providores and cafes, Kokopod also have an online store, so there really is no excuse for bad-tasting chocolate in this town!

Billykart is a Brisbane fave, but now we have Billykart Provisions. It's a deli and bottle shop, in the heart of West End, that has aisles and aisles filled with the most delicious groceries we've ever had the pleasure of seeing. Yuuum. Expect freshly made salads, cakes that resemble works of art, and desserts (snickers tart, anyone?). The best part? Epic time-saving ready made dinners from our fave Brisbane dining institution. Shut up and take our money already, Billykart Provisions. 

The Red Hill Markets have found a new home as the Milton Markets on Cribb street. Get set for their launch on April 17th 2017 where you can expect to find South East Queensland's and Northern New South Wales' freshest produce. We can't wait for the gourmet food stalls, traditional foods and market provisions we loved at the Red Hill Markets to finally be back in our lives again. The markets will kick back into the swing of things every Sunday from 6am to 12pm. 

Establisted in 2007, Renee Loves Frances is one of Brisbane's most-loved designers. Located on the fabulous Oxford Street in Bulimba, pick up unique and beautiful pieces handmade in Brisbane by Renee herself.

InStitchu, a made-to-measure men's retailer, has just opened their doors in a new heritage space on Queen Street Mall. Say adios to ill-fitting suits and hola to flattering, perfect fitting get-ups with InStitchu. Drop in to get your measurements taken by the lovely staff too. 

Don't Tell Boutique in West End are responsible for keeping Brisbane's in-the-know stylish. Offering up a curated selection of on trend pieces, the ladies at Don't Tell will step your wardrobe up a notch, or get you set for your next big occasion. 

That Flower Shop has grown into a new retail experience, The Soul Pantry, located in a leafy corner of Stafford. An urban oasis of beautiful fresh flowers, exotic orchids, terrariums and plants, The Soul Pantry offers a variety of workshops as well as exotic living gifts for that special someone!

Nestled away off James Street, Living Edge’s first Brisbane design boutique provides a unique edit of authentic designs from across the globe for the home, work and everything in between. 

Walking into St. Barts in New Farm is like walking into a beachside villa in the south of France (i.e. fabulous and envy-inducing). Which makes it the best place to stock up on all the boho-chic homewares, gifts, interiors and clothes you need to make you feel like you’re constantly on holiday.

We all screamed for Lick! ice cream, and it worked: they opened their very first bricks-and-mortar store in Graceville! 

Brisbane-based food supplier, All Real Food's ethos is to make us locals love our food again! Counjouring up delicious organic, gluten-free, paleo, vegetarian options for on-the-go, All Real Food has created a menu that is designed to be good for you, while tasting great. How good!

Interiors fans will be falling all over themselves thanks to Melbourne #interiorsporn hub, Jardan Furniture, taking up residence on James Street. 

Australian eyewear designer wunderkinds, Bailey Nelson, have brought their sleek aesthetic and quality craftsmanship to Brisbane's CBD with the opening of their slick new storefront on Queen Street. Get your fix of artful and eyecatching sunglasses, reading glasses and all manner of beautiful, affordable eyewear at this inviting boutique. Peeper adornment for the win!

The Stores Grocer at West End might just be the best kept secret on Brisbane’s food scene. It’s a busy food den with an aura of abundance, neatly tucked into a stunning architectural heritage space on Montague Rd. A team of chefs gets busy each day in an open kitchen stocking a deli section with fresh in-store-made pastas, cakes, salads and spectacular sandwiches you can have on site with locally roasted Fonzie Abbott coffee in the leafy café or take home.

Tucked away in the streets of Wynnum, the coffee they're brewing at Dramanti is definitely worth the trip to the Bayside!  A combination cafe and roasting house, Dramanti Artisan Roasters allows their customers an insight into the mastery that goes into creating their brew.  

New Teneriffe bakery, Danny's Bread is an artisan organic sourdough bakery―music to the ears of every Brisbane bread lover.

Judy C has been baking all things tasty for more than 30 years. In her quaint store in Ashgrove, you'll find a plentiful selection of cheeky treats―think Rocky Road cupcakes, lemon and Cointreau Madeira cake and peanut butter Whoopie Pies. Her tried-and-tested receipes produce yummy goods that can be enjoyed in-store or ordered in for a special event. Our tip? Don't leave without having a locally-roasted cup of Wolff Coffee!  

Malt Traders is an independent bottle shop and deli in the CBD. Malt Traders is home to both small-batch beer, wine, and spirits, and a quality array of booze-friendly nibbles.