We're going shopping! The top shopping and eating secrets in Sydney
Hot tips provided by: Victoria Moxey
Fashionista and deluxe shopper, Victoria Moxey takes us on a whirlwind tour of Sydney's retail hotspots. Grab your credit cards, 'cause we're gonna burn up some plastic.
For more of Sydney's exquisite fashion finds and gourmet cafes, check out Urban Walkabout Sydney Fashion & Lifestyle Guides - the city's best loved roadmap to the most desirable destinations for clothing, accessories, jewellery, furniture, handmade objects d'art, and personal grooming experts. Shopoholics can click here to find out more about these uber-cool guides.
Favourite Places to Shop in: PADDINGTON
Mr Rose
31 Norfolk Street,
One of the newest stores to hit Paddington so this store will be news for even the locals. Mr Rose stocks finely tailored shirts - such as beautiful and playful tuxedo shirts with a feminine touch -- and a range of bold yet sophisticated accessories designed by local artisans that suit the modern urban woman. The label already has a cult following.
Lazybones
87 Paddington St, Paddington.
This clever collaboration of three designers based in Byron Bay, with vintage-inspired (think 1920s-1950s era) designs with a lovely sense of now. Lazybones is fast becoming an acclaimed sleepwear and bedlinen company. The clothes feature beautiful organic cottons and other natural fibres that are good for Mother Earth. There is also a range of vintage jewellery and handcrafted accessories.
Easton Pearson
18 Elizabeth Street, Paddington.
One of my favorite Australian designer labels for their stunning and unique pieces made from specially designed cloths that the team (Lydia and Pamela) create as part of their strong design ethos. The store is a must visit while in Sydney though these ladies are originally from Brisbane.
Zambesi
5 Glenmore Road, Paddington.
This iconic New Zealand label (b. 1979) recently opened a new store on Glenmore Road. The focus is on vvintage cuts and fabrics are given innovative interpretations; a gathering-up of hues, textures and weights. Disregarding obvious trends, the focus of Zambezi is to produce garments that may be worn and treasured over time.
Ocularity
200 Oxford Street, Paddington.
If you have a passion for glasses or sunglasses, Ocularity is a must - they carry the largest collection of beautifully handcrafted Lafont eyewear alongside other exclusive labels like Lindberg rimless frames and Tom Ford. This Parisian-inspired boutique is worth visiting alone!
Pablo Fanque
1 Oxford Street, Paddington.
Gallery and retail space showcasing contemporary Australian jewellery and object designers worth collecting, with new exhibitions every month.
FOOD FAVOURITES
Jackie's Cafe
122 Oxford St (Cnr Glenmore Rd)
A courtyard café that has a sushi bar on the side as well as modern café food. It is often a haven for locals wanting the best coffee fix in the area as well as the occasional celebrity.
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Favourite Places to Shop in: WOOLLAHRA
Nicola Finetti
92 Queen Street.
Elegant, beautiful, feminine designs bound to inspire from the Italian-born maestro keen to design for modern women of all ages.
Niu
66 Queen Street, Woollahra.
Recently opened! Luxury linens, cashmere blankets, and stunning home décor from C&C Milano sit alongside an exclusive selection of French and Italian designer shoes and bags.
Axel Mano
46 Ocean Street.
Love their original vintage scarf bags, must-have webbing bags and their funky Italian straw hats.
Pigott's Store
53 Ocean Street, Woollahra.
This is one of the most interesting stores in Sydney – a real treasure trove for the stylish shopper! Everything in this store is impeccably chosen for a reason: from bikinis to striking bedside tables- you won't leave empty-handed.
Attic
118 Queen Street, Woollahra.
A beautiful selection of international labels and fragrances for men and women as well as hand-selected furniture pieces that appeal to lovers of fine design.
FOOD FAVES:
Bills – Celebrity chef Bill Granger's Woollahra café is gem for famous breakfast fare as well as lunch, dinner and coffee brewed to perfection.
Favourite Places to Shop in: SURRY HILLS
The PR Store
236a Riley Street, Surry Hills.
Great British fashion labels like Future Classics amongst other exclusive labels for the fashion conscious male and female – all located in a superb warehouse style space.
Bird Textiles
380 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills.
Just opened! Luxury eco products including handprinted fabrics, original clothing designs and a range of homewares with the focus on sustainable design.
Ici et la
7 Nickson Street, Surry Hills.
Striped canvas fabrics, industrial pieces, quirky objects d'art and unique vintage objects for the home (inside and out). It's all from France.
Courtesy of the Artist
547 Bourke Street, Surry Hills.
International and local jewellery, glass and ceramic designer pieces including work by acclaimed Sydney-based artist Cesar Cueva.
Mushu
540 Crown Street, Surry Hills.
Originally designed and handmade handbags, jewellery and quirky gifts with an oriental feel alongside Australian fashion for men and women.
FOOD FAVES:
Vini
3/118 Devonshire Street, Surry Hills
Wonderful Italian food at good prices in an intimate bistro space. You can just nibble and drink to your heart's content!
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Favourite Places to Shop in: DARLINGHURST
Jason Moss
331 South Dowling Street, Darlinghurst.
Studio-based silversmith with original contemporary designs for men and women. The pieces are all designed to meet your taste and style as well as infusing the strength of Moss's designs.
Carhartt Store
Ground Level 20 Burton Street Darlinghurst
Sydney flagship store for this American label with an international following.
Footage
13C Burton Street, Darlinghurst.
This is more a fabulous sneaker gallery. In store you will find limited editions, and the best international labels including clothing, sneaker-related books and magazines, sneaker-related accessories and collectible toys.
Outre Gallery
13A Burton Street, Darlinghurst.
The place to find the latest in underground, contemporary and pop art: books, prints, magazines, collectable toys and more.
Alfies Friend Rolfe
221 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst.
Alfie's has a great selection of emerging and established Australian designer labels like Lover, Tsubi and Gstar with a more casual streetwear flare for men and women.
PICK OF THE FOOD:
The Victoria Room
Level 1, 235 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst
A charming haven and my favourite spot in Sydney for a drink and they do fabulous high tea and dinner too!
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Favourite Places to Shop in: BONDI BEACH
from St Xavier
75 Gould Street
Leading edge street fashion – from jeans to dresses - including labels like Obey and Alice McCall.
Me and Moo
Shop 5, 157 Curlewis Street.
Recently Opened! Great selection of chic labels for up-to-the-moment fashion lovers.
One Teaspoon
86 Gould Street.
The perfect blend of catwalk with beachwear, Oneteaspoon has a huge cult celebrity following including Mischa Barton and Nicole Ritchie.
Tuchuzy
90 Gould Street.
The perfect store for cutting edge fashion from here and abroad.
Funkis
23c Curlewis Street.
Specializing in Scandinavian clothes, interior design and art.
FOOD TIPS:
Verve
180 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach
This place exudes style and intimacy with its slick modern décor and relaxed beach ambience, whilst bringing tantalising and innovative tapas cuisine to the shores of Bondi.
Favourite Places to Shop in: BONDI JUNCTION / WOOLLAHRA EAST
Marnie Skillings
123 Edgecliff Road.
Independent, bohemian Australian designer known for her whimsical style with fabrics such soft silks, Italian wools and hand-loomed French lace.
No Chintz
153 Edgecliffe Road.
Beautiful fabrics and furnishings store with lots of Australian textiles for the ultimate in home decorating.
Sambag
181 Edgecliff Road.
Chic, well made and easy to wear pieces for women and kids. They have a regularly updated ranges of upmarket clothes, cashmere items and feature popular ballet flats and gorgeous leather bags.
Tessutti
332 Oxford Street .
Beautiful fabrics including the latest from famous international labels such as Armani, Chanel, Prada, MiuMiu and more.
Little Joe by Gail Elliott
181 Edgecliffe Road.
Sumptuous silks dresses and tops and fine knits designed by the former supermodel. Stock iconic jeans labels like True Religion too.
FOOD FANTASY:
The Eastern,
500 Oxford Street, Bondi Junction
A pub off the Westfield shopping centre, the art deco façade to this modern drinking hole with multiple levels and bars to choose from is all part of the appeal.
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Favourite Places to Shop in: POTTS POINT
Becker Minty
7/ 81 Macleay Street.
A haven for all things beautiful. Here you can pick up Scandinavian jewellery, homewares, exclusive clothing, linen and more.
Mon Petit Chou
115 Macleay Street
This Parisian-inspired boutique has a great selection of Australian, New Zealand and European designer pieces.
Il Papiro
87a Macleay Street.
Traditional Florentine paper house which makes writing old fashioned letters fun again.
Phoenix Music
121 Macleay Street.
If you love music, you must visit Phoenix for everything from hard-to-find re-issues, imports to collectables.
Plum Interiors
87B Macleay Street.
A great selection of objects, handbags, ceramics, fashion and more. My perfect place when buying a special gift!
FOOD TIPS:
Yellow bistro and food store
57 Macleay St
Yellow combines a licensed bistro with food store and is a very popular local eating spot. They have great gnocchi, pesto and parmesan and the desserts are spectacular. The bakery goods are hard to pass up too. I love the coconut panna cotta with fresh mango.
Favourite Places to Shop in: DOUBLE BAY
Busatti
9 Transvaal Ave
Italian Linen and homewares form the basis of Busatti, which represents an eight-generation Italian family dynasty. This is the real thing.
DuckeggBlue
16 Transvaal Ave
One of the best boutiques in Sydney bar none, which has fashionable women's clothes, accessories, lovely candles and even a few nice books.
Hatmaker
318 new South Head Road.
John Howard (not for former PM!) creates amazing one-off designs fit for a big day at the races or a special event.
Carla Zampatti
24 Bay Street
Glamorous fashion and a classic Australian brand. And don't forget to check Carla's daughter's designs as well - her label: Bianca Spender for Carla Zampatti.
Christensen Copenhagen
2 Guilfoyle Ave
Great selection of local and international labels and a worthwhile venture for any fashionista.
FOR FOODIES:
Simmone Logue
2 Cross Street
The original purveyor of modern comfort food, the Double Bay café is great for breakfast and lovely lunches to break up the shopping day. They serve Karmee coffee, delicious cakes and freshly made food.
Favourite Places to Shop in: SYDNEY CBD
Skin Deep
252 Elizabeth Street.
Custom suits, t-shirts and eccentric accessories like cuff-links that are 100%l Australian made.
The Vintage Clothing Shop
Shop 7, 80 Castlereagh Street.
The best vintage store in town – enough said.
Emma Wood
Suite 16a, L3 Dymocks Building.
Studio-based contemporary jewellery designer who specialises in handmade engagement rings and striking jewellry items for everyday wear.
Alistair Trung
Shop 28, L1, QVB.
Alistair's unique designs sit alongside a great selection of extraordinary accessories from around the world.
Rochefort
185 Elizabeth Street, GF.
Bespoke neckties, tailored shirts and suits. The fabric selection is impressive. Rochefort is a Sydney-based boutique designing silk fabrics. Famous for amazing men's neckties as well as gracing the inside of tailored suits as wonderful linings. Rochefort is also a true gentleman's outfitter, offering wonderfully tailored shirting, suiting and men's accessories.
FOOD HEAVEN: The Tea Room Level 3, QVB, George St The Tea Room (in the former grand ballroom of the QVB) is worth stopping in for the amazing experience. I find the Victorian-based interiors have such grace and style and the modern menu of food and drinks always delight the taste buds.
For more of Sydney's exquisite fashion finds and gourmet cafes, check out Urban Walkabout Sydney Fashion & Lifestyle Guides - the city's best loved roadmap to the most desirable destinations for clothing, accessories, jewellery, furniture, handmade objects d'art, and personal grooming experts. Shopoholics can click here to find out more about these uber-cool guides.
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