Shopping

If you’re anything like us, you’ve been quietly adding Mejuri pieces to your cart for years, just wishing you could try them on in person. Well, good news: Melbourne has finally caught up. 

It's intimate, it's homely, and it's ever-so-chic. Love Isabelle's first Melbourne boutique comes to life in the form of a living room. 

It’s the same thing every time: you open the wardrobe and stare at dozens and dozens of outfits, waiting for something good to manifest, like chocolate in an empty fridge. When did we buy all this crap? And why did we think maroon jeans would stand the test of time? Well lucky for us there’s a place that’s working to break the clothing-misery cycle.

New Balance lands in Melbourne Central with its huge new concept store in the old Kookaï digs.

Tucked away on Little Collins Street, e.g.etal is more art gallery than jewellery store, exhibiting exquisite contemporary jewellery from over 50 Australian and New Zealand designers.

A Brunswick institution since 1989, Dejour Jeans on Sydney Road is a denim lover's dream. This not-so-hidden gem offers Australian tailor-made jeans for $65. Yep, bespoke jeans, made to fit, for $65. That isn't a typo. 

Melbourne is no stranger to fashionable punters—after all, the city is dubbed the fashion capital for a reason. You wouldn’t be the first to be in awe of someone’s fit as they walk down Swanston Street, and you certainly wouldn’t be the last. Wondering where everyone is going? It could very well be SWOP. 

A cornerstone of the city's sartorial community, Up There Store has long stood as the preeminent destination for the burgeoning trends of Melbourne. 

Once upon a time, Arc’teryx was exclusively reserved for the weekend warriors and outdoors type as a top-end brand that would help one attack the elements. In more recent times, however, the brand has been adopted by the global streetwear community thanks to the versatility of the garms and Veilance, their fashion-forward sibling label—and now, you can find both under one roof at their new flagship Chadstone locale. 

LA steeze powerhouse, JOYRICH, has arrived in Melbourne, and they’ve set up their first location in the backblocks of Cremorne. 

Patagonia has unveiled its new flagship store in Melbourne, reviving a heritage building from 1884.

Opening the first ‘Power Store’ in the Asia Pacific and joining just a handful of other locations in the world that have them (New York, London and Detroit), Foot Locker just hit QV Melbourne.

Step into the store and you are immediately transported to a psychedelic world of purple metallic changerooms and sequin curtains, disco music bouncing out of the speakers and a fluorescent green zebra at the door to greet customers.

If you’ve ever dreamt of sauntering through London’s Dover Street Market or finding something special at Opening Ceremony, then Slow Waves needs to be your next shopping destination.  

Windsor just gained a shiny new store whose luxurious nonchalance looks right at home on Chapel Street.

There’s nothing wrong with CBD shopping, but you do tend to see the same brands again and again. And again.

Secret Sneaker Store must be one of the best-kept secrets in the entire sneaker industry. Secret. Sneaker. Store. Try saying that five times without developing a lisp, I dare you.

If northside living was a product, you’d find it on the shelves at Keoma. This place is what Fitzroy is all about.

It took a while, but Sydney-born success story, Bassike, has finally joined the Emporium flock. It’s good to see the CBD’s premier shopping destination embracing more local designers (not that we don’t love cruising Superdry and Uniqlo with the best of them).

If we were showing a Sydneysider the good places in Melbourne, we’d take them here. Brixton Pound in Seddon.

It’s hard not to get excited about suits when you’re chatting to Miles Wharton. He’s the kind of guy that makes James Bond look underdressed.

You’d never know it was here from down on Collins St. Perched up on the second level, with a view of leafy plane trees, there’s a New York-style jewellery store with a history going back to Melbourne’s gold rush days. This is the new-look Kozminsky.

Ryder may have moved, but the brand hasn’t lost its Australian accent. On the front doorstep, picked out in tiny hexagonal tiles, are two protea flowers and the word “G’day”. It’s a beautiful touch. We’re seriously considering one for the office...

Pickings & Parry is one of those stores that makes you feel 10% more manly just by standing in it. As if, with enough passive exposure, you could arm wrestle a grizzly bear and mix an Old Fashioned at the same time.

Local slow-fashion boutique Kuwaii started as an alternative to the ‘churn’ fashion model: cheap materials, low-quality labour, nothing sustainable or ethical. Founder and designer Kristy Barber wanted to change all that, so 10 years ago she started up a little boutique label (the name’s a play on kawaii, the Japanese cuteness culture).

The Australian-made, tailored silhouettes of Manning Cartell have a glorious new postcode to call home. They've sashayed their way onto the ritzy strip of High Street, Armadale. 

It’s unisex, edgy, and very farrsshuunnn—it’s Collingwood’s Spacebound Store. If you haven’t heard of this local independent label before, then are you even Melbourne? Jokes aside, Spacebound really needs to be on your list if minimalist t-shirt designs, faux suede, and monochrome detailing makes you first-world broke.

Armadale’s bustling High St has a new resident, and it’s looking classy AF. Meet The New Trend, an iconic Canadian multi-brand fashion retailer that started up back in 1992.

The Paris end of Collins St has long been home to the crème de la crème of Melbourne fashion. But that might be about to change. Flinders Ln is throwing its impeccably styled hat into the ring with its new menswear store: MASONS.

Tired of seeing the same fjallraven and Longchamp backpacks on everyone from uni students to cashed-up Toorak mums? We feel you. Finding a bag that’s actually unique (and not just spruiked as ‘unique’ by a brand’s marketing team) is actually kind of hard. Especially in an age where Instagram is making fashion increasingly generic and homogenized.  

A 60s-inspired fashion boutique inside St Paul’s Cathedral? Yep, it does exist.

Time to upgrade your plastic-fantastic Casio? We know just the place. German watch brand Kapten & Son has just opened Australia’s first ever bricks and mortar store, and—hells yes—it’s in Melbourne. Prahran to be precise, tucked down King St just opposite the Town Hall (look out for the blue anchor sign as you’re walking down Chapel).

You’ve probably seen them around: velvety soft raincoats, oozing Scandinavian sophistication and a certain you-know-you-want-me vibe. Rains coats are already stocked in boutique stores all over the world, but it’s only recently the brand has lashed out and started its own concept stores. The first two were in Denmark (Rains’ home country), then came Paris...and now Melbourne.

Local label ELK prides itself on contemporary accessories, hand-crafted leather goods, and stunning original footwear. So it should, because this is some seriously cool stuff.

Wearing glasses can be both a blessing and a curse. But that’s not the way the founders, or shall we say the visionaries, at Dresden Optics see it.

It’s official: Instagram sensation Duzenman has just opened its impeccably-styled doors on High St. This is the brand’s first bricks and mortar store—more of a leather emporium really (owner Samantha Duzenman calls it an ‘atelier’)—and they’ve picked a good spot for it. High St Armadale was made for shops like this. Exquisite boutiques that you can peruse at your leisure while waiting for a table at nearby High Society or Moby 3143. Local brands with a luxe edge.

Australia’s biggest independent luxury retailer just got a little bit fancy. Harrolds has expanded its 101 Collins St HQ in the CBD, with a salivating ground floor line-up of store-in-stores: Tom Ford, Thom Browne, and (the ink’s still dry on the contract) Stella McCartney. Plus iconic brands like Manolo Blahnik and streetwear label, Off-White. Basically the names you can’t get anywhere else in Australia. Did we mention it was fancy?

If your credit card debt is still in the ‘scary but deal-able’ phase, you probably haven’t yet discovered Harrolds, Melbourne’s addictive high-end retail outlet. Ladies should make a bee-line to their Collins St flagship store, which has just undergone a sexy revamp, including exclusive in-store partnerships with Manolo Blahnik and Stella McCartney (the only stockist in Australia, so far).

The 60s and 70s were very good to Jimi and Zoe Paul, the husband and wife team behind Bali-based label Mister Zimi. There’s a definite ‘groovy’ streak running through the brand, with playful florals and big block colours evoking a time when everyone looked effortlessly awesome and the avocado was the height of haute cuisine.

Launching way back in 2013 with the help of a wildly successful crowd funding campaign—Melbourne Watch Company has been putting together beautiful timepieces since then.

If you want to add a splash of colour and quirk to your wardrobe, look no further than the bold, eye-catching designs at Leonard St. With funky prints, cool colours and retro designs, Amanda McCarthy’s hand-drawn pieces hang in store with minimal fuss. Situated in iconic Carlow House, Leonard St. pieces hang with minimal fuss, except for an intricately framed mirror to admire the simple lines and silhouettes.

After 15 years in the wholesale business, the team at fashion and accessories label ELK have finally bitten the bullet and opened up their new flagship store right in the CBD.

Jac + Jack have recently opened its sixth boutique store in Armadale. This luxurious boutique has a relaxed modern vibe featuring marble, brass and black steel fixtures, polished concrete and Birch ply enhanced by plentiful natural light.

Locally designed in Melbourne, Nique offers high quality mens and womens clothing. The Fitzroy boutique has it’s own unique understated design. The walls have been stripped back to raw shell, steel beams have been exposed and the boutique retains it’s original shell reminiscent of classic Victorian Architecture.

Concrete Jungle is your one-stop shop for all things sneakers and streetwear, with brands from Adidas to Vans. They specialise in footwear with heaps (and we mean HEAPS) of sneakers for both men and women, but they also have a pretty decent range of street apparel and accessories as well.

If you’ve ever wondered where you could find a smart, vintage hat for the gentleman in your life, we have the answer. Fitzroy’s Smart Alec not only sells, but specialises (we're serious) in unique, classical hats for the dapper gentleman.

All you guys out there in your 20’s and 30’s are well acquainted with the struggle of finding a well-tailored suit at an affordable price. Thankfully, the 4-man crew behind the bespoke menswear lifestyle brand, Saibu no Akuma ('devil in details' in Japanese), are here to solve your problems.

Who invited this chick? Who cares, she's got stellar style... A collaboration between photographer Hugh Peachey and stylist Zoe West, Who Invited Her is a boutique fashion store reflecting a sense of the 60s and French chic. From subtle floral prints to stylish heels and intricate jewellery, ladies, Who Invited Her is a must for stocking up your wardrobe. 

Made in Melbourne denim label Denimsmith produces some of the best quality jeans in the country. Their East Brunswick factory doubles up as an awesome retail space that showcases their latest collections, maing it one of the best places to buy jeans in Melbourne, as well as one of the coolest fashion hot-spots for checking out how your clothes came to be. Whether you're investing in that life-long denim jacket or need a new pair of skinnies for day-to-day wear, Denimsmith is a top fashion go-to in Melbourne. 

If you're after some funky, wearable and stylish shoes, Lost In Seasons is well worth a visit. Stocking the full range of Rollie shoes, Lost In Seasons is in the SO:ME Space section of South Melbourne Market. There's a huge array of patterns and styles and if you're a sucker for metallics, you'll be in heaven.

Frankie's Story is a unique children's store with a strong focus on sustainable and organic materials. The designs and materials used are all top-notch and it's a fantastic place to find some stylish threads for the little one in your life.

Cordwainer and leather goods brand Wootten is a petite Prahran-based business that makes some of the best shoes in Melbourne. The styles are classic and the craftsmanship is of a world-class quality, making for a footwear or satchel investment that just keeps on giving. The customisation is seriously incredible too: Order from this amazing Melbourne fashion brand and you can choose everything down to the stitch detail of the shoe. A must for our more sartorial Listers!

Australian womenswear label Katie Hosking stocks some of the most beautiful women's seasonal fashion in its North Carlton store. With knits, shirts, trousers and accessories that suit all occasions, as well as ankle boots to die for (seriously, can we justify a pair a season?!), this is one epic Melbourne fashion find. A definite must for any fashionista!

A welcome addition to Armadale’s shopping strip, luxe women’s wear label Aje has brought a new dimension. Originally hailing from Sydney, Aje continually produces edgy pieces that inspire the feminine; think sequined skater skirts and embroidered trench coats. Aje’s Armdale store sits on High Street and is open 7 days.

Northcote fashion boutique I Dream A Highway keeps the most beautiful collection of locally made men's and women's fashion, accessories, shoes, crafts and more. You'll find stunning homewares too—think trinkets, lighting, decorative accessories...the list is endless! The perfect stop-off for gifts in Northcote.

Melbourne fashion label Obus is our go-to for beautiful accessories, clothing and shoes. Their colour palettes are always fresh for each season, and you'll fond other local goodies such as Kester Black nail polish and locally made jewellery in each store. A true slice of Melburnian creativity!

Classy, minimalist (and affordable!) watches with a twist. Melbourne watch brand The Fifth releases five new watch designs on the 5th day of every month, for five days only. The Fifth's stock is limited, so if you’re lucky enough to snag one of these gorgeous exclusive timepieces, you can rest assured as one of the lucky few. Purchase The Fifth online. 

Say hello to Melbourne’s newest accessory haven, Carlisle Accessories. Nestled in Balaclava’s Carlisle Street, this little store is home to one of Melbourne’s largest range of accessories. You’ll be able to find everything and anything from footwear, to hats, watches, jewellery and bags in this one location. Shop til you drop. 

Clog-lovers, this is the store of your dreams. In rain or shine, Funkis diligently supplies clogs of every form, shape and size for us toe-freeing fans. Influenced by Swedish fashion with (of course) an Australian twist, this high-end Aussie brand at The Strand also sells gorgeous accessories and jewellery to match your gorgeous shoes!

Beautiful, smart womenswear for every occasion, Megan Park pieces will ensure you’re effortlessly standing out at every event. One of the best homegrown Melbourne fashionbrands, everything you see on the rack is diligently handmade – there’s no such thing as mass-production at Megan Park! You’d be silly to go past this Melbourne fashion boutique on your High Street shopping spree. 

International designer Megan Park still refuses to mass-produce clothes after decades of success. Every item you pick up in their Fitzroy store is designed in-house, and worked on by the same specialist throughout production, so you know real love has gone into each and every design. One of Melbourne’s most loved labels, brand-name Megan Park offers stylish, smart casual wear for every occasion. 

Find peace, serenity and quiet inside this gorgeous international studio. Acne’s Armadale store complements their high-end ready-to-wear fashion items with modern art and architecture. Inside this stunning space you’ll find some of Melbourne’s most on-demand clothing, so if you see something you like you’d be wise to grab it quick. 

Loved around the globe, Acne is the go-to brand for statement items and true designer pieces. Combining multi-disciplines, walking into their Little Bourke Street studio is a shopping experience like no other. One of Melbourne’s biggest international brands, you’d be a fool to skip Acne if you’re after something really special. 

For essential wardrobe staples with an edge, look no further than Melbourne’s favourite boutique, Viktoria + Woods. One of the best premium brands in this city, Viktoria + Woods only uses the highest quality fabrics, making this designer store in Armadale an all-too-easy addition to everyone’s closet. Choose from their beautiful seasonal collections for seamless sports-lux fashion.   

Dudes, listen up! If you're looking for the best men's shoes in Melbourne, and don't care much for your budget, Double Monk is the perfect place to find them. The independent shoe shop specialises in the best leather shoes sourced from around the world, presented alongside accessories such as grooming products, umbrellas, socks, ties and more in its bespoke retail space. One for investment purchases that'll be with you for years to come, Double Monk is one of Melbourne's best mens boutiques that's a delight to visit—the true epitome of luxury! 

Bringing together Melbourne’s favourite international brands with their own exclusive range, Grace showcases the best of Melbourne fashion. Shop for your entire wardrobe from top to toe at one of this city’s best boutiques. Whatever your style is, Grace can provide. 

If you're not in love with Zimmermann, you're pretty much un-Australian. An icon of the Aussie fashion industry with a sexy aesthetic, Zimmermann has riden the retail waves over the years in inimitable style (and a fancy bikini). The South Yarra Zimmermann store is pocket-sized perfection—step inside to find feminine dresses galore in a great range of colours, prints and fabrics, plus easy pieces to wear every day, and those famous bikinis. A must when shopping for swimwear in Melbourne. 

If you are looking for designer womenswear in Melbourne, chances are your first stop will be Ginger & Smart on High Street, Armadale. The savvy Sydney sisters have created a name for themselves among discerning fashionistas who favour quality, ladylike but forward-thinking fashion, rather than fleeting look-at-me trends. For a races-ready frock or cocktail dress, you really needn't pass go. 

Seriously, what did we gals do before Camilla and Marc arrived on the scene? The go-to for every special occasion (hello races, weddings, meeting the in-laws), this label may be Sydney born, but the High Street Camilla and Marc store is a Melbourne shopping institution. Head to Camilla and Marc for fab frocks and beautifully tailored pieces in the most gorgeous, high quality fabrics. A label for those who like to get noticed for all the right reasons. 

Australian fashion store Incu stocks a variety of local and international brands including Karen Walker, Isabel Marant, Bassike and Alexander Wang. With both a men's and women's store adjacent to each other in Melbourne's QV Centre, it's one of the best fashion stores in Melbourne for gifts, the latest accessories and full designer looks. We can't get enough of the periodicals they keep too—a true culture hub!

Fans of bright, quirky clothing will love Bingo Betty in Kew—it's one of the best spots for shopping for women's fashion in Melbourne! Focusing on vintage inspired pieces, Bingo Betty buys only one piece per style, per store so if you have you have your eye on something you'd better snap it up QUICK! From lego print sweaters to tropi-cool dresses, you're sure to find that statement piece at Bingo Betty.

Head to Little Lost Land on Carlisle Street in Balaclava for some vintage inspired, Melbourne designed clothes. Beautiful unique pieces make up this clothing boutique. Pop by to secure yourself a real one-off.

Tucked on the upper shopping level of the Melbourne Central shopping complex, Crumpler stocks the full range of the Melbourne brand's luggage and bags, perfect for the urban adventurer. Expect colourful, durable products that are built to last—the company was founded by two bike couriers after all!

On the hunt for homewares and accessories in Malvern? Look no further than Turner & Lane on Malvern Road. This lush lifestyle mecca boasts a gorgeous array of cushions, tableware, furniture, women's accessories, men's grooming products and more. Drop in and be inspired by the #interiorsporn.

Crate Expectations is gift and homewares store, bringing a touch of class to Llaneast Street in Malvern. Drop in and get lost browsing the gorgeous selection of lifestyle products. From women's accessories, to home fragrances, table ware and soft furnishings, you'll find the perfect gift for that special someone, or yours truly.

Located on quirky Gertrude Street in Fitzroy, Handsom clothing is your one-stop-shop for women's fashion, men's fashion, leather goods, gifts and more. The clothing range is a great mix of simple shapes in bright colours and cool prints - easy to mix, match and strut the streets in. Add one of their roomy leather bags and a piece or two of statement silver jewellery and you're set! One of the coolest Melbourne shopping spots we've discovered.

Situated on the corner of Smith Street and Gertrude Street, Crumpler Fitzroy stocks an extensive range of luggage, including hard-shell suitcases, rucksacks and backpacks for the fashion-conscious. Look out for limited edition seasonal ranges if you're hoping to pick up something exclusive. 

Husk are collectors. They go far and beyond to source the most beautiful, bespoke creations that will have you flashing your credit card before you can say 'fur coat' (they sell stunning ones if you're so inclined). Embodying a unique air of sophistication tinged with earthy bohemia, Husk has the lot. From clothes, to jewellery, handcrafted homewares and little knick knacks, you'll always find the perfect gift, or a little something for yourself.

Cinderella is proof a pair of shoes can change your life, and Miss Louise – up the Paris end of Collins Street – is changing lives everyday. A shoe and accessory store that is every girl's dream, the shelves of Miss Louise are adorned with heels and handbags from the highest end labels, sourced all over the world – Alexander McQueen, Chloe, Givenchy, Jil Sander, Saint Laurent and Valentino, just to name a few. Be the belle of the ball.

Designer Marietta Marlow's ability to forsee trends and create looks that highlight feminimity make her Crossley Street boutique, Blonde Venus, a house of collector's items. Using her love of both new and vintage patterns, her clothes are all at once contemporary and timeless. At Blonde Venus, Marlow's love of craftsmanship shows right down to the perfect lines and cinched waists. A girlie girl's little slice of heaven.

Our favourite homewares and accessories store has revamped itself with the re-launch of its store across the road from its old premises in Greville Street - basically at our doorstep! The new space has been thoughtfully designed with the help of Like Butter, Billie Justie and Weekday Designs and is more charming than ever before. Expect loads of new brands, as well as the old staples including Bridget Bodenham’s ceramic vessels, oil burners from Page Thirty Three and Emily Green’s colourful jewellery.

On Brunswick Street in Fitzroy, edgy designer Alpha60 has made a name for itself. With clean lines and a sophisticated feel, Alpha60, created by brother and sister team Alex and Georgie Cleary, is a modern design dream. Stock up on monochromatic pieces with an urban edge.

A stalwart of Chapel Street, South Yarra, the organic Gorman store proves sustainable can be fun. With signature prints, knitwear and accessories, Lisa Gorman has produced a label that appeals to the Melbourne woman, catering to fashion and function.

Housed in newly opened Emporium Melbourne centre, the Gorman store takes organic to a whole new level with wood grain throughout and an easy-going nature. The label, founded in 1999, produces quirky knitwear, vintage-inspired pieces and adheres to a strict philosophy of sustainability. Every Melbourne woman's go to.

If the shoe fits, buy it in every colour at Zomp boutique on Flinders Lane, a Melbourne shopping institution. A sophisticated set up welcomes you, with minimalist colours and lines making the shoes the highlight. Stocking a range of fashion forward shoe brands and accessories, Zomp is the go-to destination for any special occasion.

If you're looking for a luxury bag or accessories on Collins Street, but don't want a big name brand stamped all over it, then Melbourne made label A-Esque is sure to tempt. Made from Italian leather and designed by ex-Mimco designer, Amanda Briskin-Rettig, A-Esque bags are both beautiful and elegant.

Unassuming from the outset, A-Esque's Chapel Street South Yarra store is inviting and classy, with clean, modern appeal. Designed for practicality and luxury, A-Esque bags make a sleek and modern style statement. Ex-Mimco designer Amanda Briskin-Rettig knows her stuff, and you'll be proud to carry one of her simply stunning leather bags.

Known for its stellar range of Australian and international designers, Oscar & Wild is a firm favourite of the eastern suburbs' most fashionable. Their Camberwell store does not disappoint, stocking cult brands as well as unique, harder-to-find labels. With such beautiful clothing, Oscar & Wild will turn the tamest of women a little bit loco.