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There's a certain art to style hunting in Melbourne. Here you'll discover it's not always about keeping up with the latest trends. Locals have embraced a more independent look, influenced by the large number of independent designer boutiques found across the city and nearby neighbourhoods. Each of Melbourne's fashionable neighbourhoods boast their own distinctive style, with a sense of fun and respect for local history, culture, craft and creativity.
Collingwood & Fitzroy
Spot quirky, innovative design, see colourful street art, and hang out in cool cafés, wine and cocktail bars. Settle in at fantastic restaurants or grab a sensational quick bite.
Poodle Bar & Bistro
Bars
Poodle Bar & Bistro is a European influenced bar and restaurant located on the iconic Gertrude St in Fitzroy.It is a multi-faceted venue which includes...
Double Monk
Fashion
Step into another world and another time when you step into Double Monk, and step into the highest quality men's shoes this side of Jermyn Street.
Industry Beans
Cafes
Work up a thirst before you head to Industry Beans as there's a bumper menu of house-roasted coffee, teas and fresh juices to wet your whistle.
Bar Liberty
Bars
With a chef's hat from Good Food Guide 2020, and plenty of spirits, beers and aperitifs, this is a wine bar taking a few liberties. In a good way.
Northside Records
Music
Head northside to this purveyor of new and secondhand music for vinyl LPs, CDs, DVDs, books, DJ equipment and phonic rarities.
Kloke
Fashion
Shop contemporary clothing and accessories for men and women, with a side of brutalist architecture. Threads for today, tomorrow and beyond.
Flowers Vasette
Shopping
Located in the bustling, artistic hub of Fitzroy, Flowers Vasette is highly regarded as Melbourne’s most-loved floral destination for flower aficionados,...
Kuwaii
Fashion
Wander into Kuwaii's light, open shopfront to chat with Brunswick based designer Kristy Barber, and drape yourself in graceful, feminine clothing.
Cibi
Cafes
Indulge your inner cibi or child with quirky Japanese odds and ends, plus more grown-up arty design objects, coffee, and simple heart-warming cooking.
Lost & Found Market
Fashion
Find objects of beauty in this sub-cultural goldmine with over 40 stalls dealing in vintage furniture and clothing, eclectic art, books and bric-a-brac.
Vinyl Revival
Music
Vinyl Revival are a record and hifi store on Brunswick Street, Fitzroy, riding high on a resurgent love for vinyl and the local music store.
Obus
Fashion
Drench yourself in colour, and dresses, coats and pants, at this distillery of cutting edge fashion. In fashion's lottery, Obus is the golden ticket.
Brunswick
There's a great mix of vintage and designer wares to shop for in this multicultural neighbourhood. Kick on late into the night with live music and delicious dining options.
Mr Kitly
Shopping
Step into a wonderland of homewares, art and design celebrating artisanry and the Japanese aesthetic amid a profusion of pot plants.
Howler
Bars
Howl at the moon from the beer garden or nestle into cosy booths inside for beats, an impressive beer list and an Asian tapas-style bar menu.
Otto & Spike
Fashion
Otto & Spike is a local Brunswick-based family-owned and operated knitting mill established over 50 years. They use the finest Australian grown wools to...
The Boroughs
Art & design
Collect carefully curated design objects, textiles, ceramics, homewares, stationery, toys, gifts and accessories from Brunswick and beyond.
Tortoni Bijoux
Shopping
Tortoni Bijoux is an eclectic treasure chest of beautiful vintage and contemporary Australian designer jewellery. Store owner and curator Santina Tortoni,...
Old Palm Liquor
Restaurants
There's nothing remotely 'old' about this spot. Slip into the sleek lines of Old Palm Liquor for standout modern share plates and an encyclopaedia of natural wines.
Harlow
Fashion
Harlow - Australian made fashion for sizes 12-26.Harlow’s core belief is that every woman has the right to find fashion that reflects her personality.Designed...
Leaf and Thread
Art & design
Leaf and Thread handmade ceramic pots reflect a deep affection for the natural world and bring a sense of wellbeing and quiet enjoyment to our inside spaces...
Etta
Restaurants
A small neighbourhood bistro with big culinary cred, Etta serves up seasonal, produce-driven fare that's bound to please even the fussiest neighbours.
Dejour Jeans
Fashion
Find the perfect pair of jeans. Made onsite in Brunswick with free alterations included in the sale price, these may be the best jeans in Melbourne.
Armadale, Windsor & Prahran
These famous shopping destinations are home to collections of high end local and international labels.
Scanlan Theodore
Fashion
Be assured of a classic every time when you choose Scanlan Theodore, a much-revered label that's defined Melbourne style for almost three decades.
Licorice Pie Records
Music
Packed to the walls with new and vintage vinyl, Licorice Pie's specialty is rare and classic releases from the past 60 years. Pop in and dig around.
Design A Space Windsor
Fashion
Shop ever-changing collections of fashion and accessories from independent Australian designers at this creative retail store where designers rent space to flaunt their wares.
The Woods of Windsor
Bars
Step inside and be transported to a 1900s speakeasy with over 50 single malts on the menu, and gramophones and taxidermy aplenty.
Mister Zimi
Fashion
Add a slice of sunshine to your wardrobe and keep summer in style all year round with these bold, bright and colourful prints.
The Panton Store
Shopping
The Panton Store is a well loved boutique homewares and lifestyle store located in Prahran, Melbourne. Owned and operated by potter and retailer Shelley...
Greville Records
Music
Turn off glitzy Chapel Street and head into Greville Records to check out the collection of new and old vinyl, special editions, box sets and merch.
Tibbs And Bones
Fashion
Come and play in Tibbs And Bones rainbow world. Stocking a cute range of independent and mind-bending labels from both Australia and abroad, the store...
Ines Wine Bar
Bars
Consider yourself already seduced by Ines, a sultry European bar in Windsor brought to you by Matteo Bruno (The Meatball & Wine Bar, Hana).
Galah
Bars
Bringing southside sophistication to budgie smugglers and ‘bushtails’, Galah celebrates native bush ingredients on the plate and in the cocktail shaker.
Nique
Fashion
Ease into minimalist pieces made for creatives, by creatives, tailored for millennials who want to look professional without any pretension or fluff.
Primness
Fashion
Ease yourself into luxury with these simple garments, inspired by the relaxed Australian lifestyle. Locally produced, no two pieces are the same.
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