72 Froxs

Fresh, confident, affordable, Women's Fashion

Featuring quality Australian designed womens' fashion that's fresh, confident and affordable. Located in Crows Nest, 72 Froxs covers your wardrobe basics with friendly staff on hand to help you with style and fit.

Address

72 Willoughby Road, Crows Nest

Phone

9439 0072

Above the Clouds

Men's & women's fashion boutique

Having trouble sourcing real and original street wear among a sea of commerciality? Above the Clouds prides itself on an eclectic range of premier threads for those representing a lifestyle rather than a trend.

Address

Shop 2, 256 Crown St, Darlinghurst

Phone

9356 4404

Alfie's Store

Men's, women's and kids' fashion boutique

alfie's store carries prime local and international brands inspired by classic style and natural fabrication. Find contemporary trends and lifestyle products from Paul Smith, Fred Perry, Kate Sylvester, Whyred, Aesop, Nike, Converse and more.

Address

264 Darling Street Balmain

Phone

9555 5222

Alphaville

Unusual and modern fashion

Melbourne's Alpha60 bring unusual designs and modern, wearable pop history to this Sydney retail space, along with an aesthetic that is halfway between a museum and apothecary. Dolls heads - reminiscent of the rubble left in WW1 German toy factories - speckle the walls and ceilings of this curious and cinematic interior.

Address

Shop RG11, The Galeries Victoria, Sydney

Phone

9264 1991

Architext Bookshop

Specialist bookstore for all things architectural

Housed in the grounds of the historic Tusculum Villa, this niche bookstore is filled with local and international books and magazines on architecture and design. On Tuesday evenings the theatre hosts architectural talks open to the public.

Address

3 Manning Street, Potts Point

Phone

9356 2022

Australian Centre for Photography

Contemporary photographic art space

With an ever changing program of free exhibitions and events, Australia's longest running contemporary art space, the ACP, remains at the forefront of contemporary photo media.

Address

257 Oxford Street, Paddington

Phone

02 9332 1455

Balmain Bikes

Local bike store sales and servicing

You'll find everything you need to explore Sydney on two wheels at this store, stocking Scott and Avanti bicycles and restored motorbikes. Custom builds and a range of cycle services are complemented by essential accessories.

Address

498 Darling Street, Balmain

Phone

9555 6456

Beehive Gallery

Handmade craft, jewellery & fashion items

This small gallery offers individual retail shelf space to more than 100 local and international artists to display their handmade pieces. Find jewellery, toys, objects, fashion along with rare fabrics and paper for craft lovers.

Address

Shop 1, 441-443 King St, Newtown

Phone

9550 2515

Beijing Tong Ren Tang Chinese Medicine

Chinese medicine and ancient herbal remedies

Ancient herbal remedies, hard-to-find food supplements and alternative therapies star at this apothecary and health clinic. Its healing kudos has stood the test of time - it was founded in Beijing in 1669.

Address

Shop 1/16 Anderson Street, Chatswood

Phone

9904 6663

Bella Emporio

Women's fashion and lifestyle

Bella Emporio is a haven of beautiful products for every woman. Gorgeous seasonal fashion
including Vigorella bodywear, Stella & Minx, Italian knits, Mor body products and amazing jewellery and accessories.

Address

636 Darling Street, Rozelle

Phone

9810 2044

Blender Gallery

Music photography and Rock 'n' Roll prints

Rock n' roll is religion at Blender. This converted Paddington terrace house doubles as a cult gallery featuring iconic images of The Beatles, Bowie and Bob Dylan along with hard-to-find back issues of music bible Rolling Stone.

Address

16 Elizabeth Street, Paddington

Phone

9380 7080

Bodega Tapas Bar

Tapas restaurant and bar

With its garishly painted dining room and mouth-watering dishes, Bodega has risen meteorically to become Sydney's tapas institution. Our favourite: the sashimi Kingfish on garlic toast with cuttlefish ceviche and mojama- and share the Bodega family love.

Address

216 Commonwealth Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9212 7766

Bondi Markets

Artists, designers and craft-makers

At the famous Bondi Markets, discover Australia's best emerging designers (Susien Chong established the 'Lover' fashion label here) amongst vintage clothes, art and novelties, sunglasses, books, gifts and so much more.

Address

Bondi Beach Public School, Campbell Pde, Bondi Beach.

Phone

9315 8988

Books Kinokuniya

Sydney's largest range of books

Over 300,000 titles in English, Japanese, Chinese, French, German and Spanish, including an excellent range of manga, graphic novels, art and design, kid’s and cookbooks. Kinokuniya’s generous proportions also welcome a rotating art gallery and ambient cafe. In an age of e-books and virtual reading, it’s nice to know that real bookstores still exist.

Address

Level 2, The Galeries, Sydney

Phone

9262 7996

Bow & Arrow

Collections from around the globe

This pop-up store is all about making a statement. Eye-catching clothing and accessories for men/women come a season ahead, sourced straight from New York. Expect a regularly rotating collection of exclusive labels and one-off pieces.

Address

19 Whistler Street, Manly

Phone

8966 9640

Breathing Colours

Contemporary Australian art and jewellery

Breathing Colours is an exhibition space that showcases multi-disciplinary Australian artists fortnightly. Their adjoining shop is a remarkable resource for contemporary jewellery and unique wearable objects.

Address

446 Darling St, Balmain

Phone

9555 8543

Brett Whiteley Studio

Former workplace and home of artist

Delve into the former studio, home and exhibition space of one of Australia's most famous and important artists - Brett Whiteley. Glimpse into his private collection of inspiring sketchbooks, photographs and personal memorabilia (weekends only).

Address

2 Raper Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9225 1881

Buttons Buttons Buttons

Complete range of buttons

A retail space championing antique, vintage and new buttons made from every material imaginable. The destination for the handcrafter, would-be fashion designer or unusual collector inside all of us.

Address

25 Nurses Walk

Phone

9252 0833

Calico & Ivy Balmain

Fabric, yarn, handcrafted gifts

Wall to wall fabric collections, with everything from Liberty of London to covetable Japanese prints, accompany the sorbet selection of yarns, gift ideas and craft classes at Calico & Ivy. It's a wonderland of colour, whimsy and delight.

Address

10 Birchgrove Rd, Balmain

Phone

9555 9909

Captain Cook Cruises

Sydney Harbour Cruises and Rocket Ferries

Captain Cook Cruises takes dining to an impressive level with lunch, high tea, cocktail and dinner cruises. Explorer Sydney Harbour on the Hop On Hop Off Rocket ferries with their 24 hour Sydney Explorer Pass.

Address

No.6 Jetty Circular Quay

Phone

9206 1111

Carousel

Concept store

Sydney's forward-thinking fashion folk flock to this boutique, stocking clothes, homewares and furniture from a globetrotting array of designers. Look out for pieces from Cohen et Sabine plus the owner's brand, Oscar the Third.

Address

4/95 Gould Street, Bondi Beach

Phone

0424 325 432

Collector Store

Lifestyle, fashion and homewares emporium

Collector Store is an eclectic lifestyle store with a love of fashion and homewares. Find rare objects and one-off items sitting next to must have fashion pieces. A gallery-style approach where new deliveries become installations.

Address

473 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 7740

Crumpler The Strand

Messenger, laptop, photography bags

From humble beginnings in 1995, Crumpler began making messenger bags. Since then they've grown to produce an extensive range of travel, tech and photography bags that last. They have recently added a suite of business luggage to their range called the Dry Red (pictured).

Address

Ground Floor, The Strand Arcade, 412-414 George Street.

Phone

9222 1300

Desordre Boutique

Australian Fashion Boutique

A fashion extravaganza, Desordre stocks not only a great range of Australian labels, but also the right pick from each of these labels' current collections- find stunning pieces from Aje, Ellery, All That Remains, Fernando Frisoni, Karla Spetic, Stolen Girlfriends Club, We are Handsome, Seventh Wonderland and more.

Address

323 South Dowling Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

8065 2751

Diederic The Cat

Urban lifestyle clothing store

This one-of-a-kind men's and women's retailer is a hit with inner-city fashion fiends thanks to clothing from international labels that range from edgy to effortlessly cool. Discover dresses from hip Parisian label Sinequanone and denim from Superfine.

Address

Shop 3, 201 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst

Phone

9360 1484

Dimity Kidston

Unique handmade ceramics

Dimity Kidston's ceramics streak contemporary old-Australian across precious crockery pieces that feel like 'home.' Each piece is carved with handmade irregularities and colour variations for a pre-loved vibe to warm any household.

Address

84 William Street, Paddington

Phone

0418 428 225

Doug Up On Bourke

Industrial, commercial, rustic antiques

Haven for renovators and aesthetes, Doug Up On Bourke is one of Sydney's largest sources of industrial, commercial, rustic antiques and hard-core collectables sourced in Australia. Specialising in mid 1800's to late 1950's, their first floor warehouse space looks just like a museum. Their collection of industrial work benches, rustic kitchen tables, shipping trunks, old signs and more are nothing short of mind blowing. Wander among history and beautiful design at this radiant, family-run emporium.

Address

901 Bourke St, Waterloo

Phone

9690 0962

Down Under Jet Boat

30minute Harbour Thrill Rides!

Thrill seekers and waterlovers can spot the Opera House, Bridge and other landmarks as they zip past in the jet boat ride of a lifetime; spinning, sliding and fishtailing through Sydney Harbour. Bookings Essential.

Address

Harbour Masters Steps, located on the Rocks side of Circular Quay

Phone

1300 538 743

EDIT

Decorative furniture, homewares and fabrics

EDIT's Surry Hills emporium is brimming with an ever-changing collection of inspirational and chic furniture and fun decorative pieces. Their unique fabrics, designed by owner Sharyn Storrier Lyneham, are now sold internationally.

Address

483 Riley St, Surry Hills (within Orson & Blake store).

Phone

8399 2525

Elements I Love

An eclectic mix of antique pieces

Step into this SoHo-style warehouse store furnished with authentic antiques and quirky artisan homewares. A little bit 'wealthy eclectic aunty' and very much Parisian chic - find a personal collection of pieces to put a signature touch to your home.

Address

Shop 2/276 Devonshire Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 8884

Etelage

Bespoke jewellery, beads, workshops

Etelage, French for adornment, takes an artistic, sustainable approach to jewellery making. A marriage of vintage and contemporary, cultures and textures are embedded with a range of beads, bespoke jewellery, DIY kits & workshops

Address

431 King St, Newtown

Phone

9557 9089

Eveleigh Markets

Farmers' and artisans' market

On the first Sunday of every month the Eveleigh Artisans’ Market is held in Eveleigh’s historic Blacksmith Workshop, where local independent artists, designers and craftsmen come together to showcase and sell unique handcrafted items.

Address

243 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

Phone

9209 4735

Exhibit Interiors

Contemporary and traditional decor

Founder Mark Gower has spent years travelling the globe extensively, exercising his interest in cultural design and historical ornaments to stock Exhibit Interiors. Trends or 'looks' are not the focus; instead, what links everything together is the timeless quality that comes with all of the items available.

Address

437 Crown St, Surry Hills

Phone

9698 8027

Flight 001

The world's first travel store

Flight 001's spread of travel essentials, in-flight comforts, bags, luggage and guide books slot neatly into its fuselage style shop front. This retro modern boutique for the frequent traveller is full of practical designs

Address

Shop 6, 285A Crown St, Surry Hills

Phone

9699 1089

Follow Store

Fashion, design, art, homewares & gifts

A design concept store nestled in a heritage listed shop, Follow features a curated selection of over 50 independent designers from around Australia. A wonderland of art prints, contemporary jewellery, clothing, textiles and homewares.

Address

380 Cleveland St, Surry Hills

Phone

8068 2813

Formaggi Ocello

Cheese store

Foodies delight in Formaggi Ocello's fine selection of rare Italian, French and Australian farmhouse cheeses, plus breads, jams, mustards, cured hams, fresh seasonal fruits, cafe and wine bar. A welcome retreat from the urban street.

Address

Shop 16, 425 Bourke Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9357 7878

Fortune Abalone

Magnet for abalone connoisseurs

Piled high with every imaginable variety of the seafood delicacy, it's easy to confuse Fortune Abalone with the secret cartel of a wealthy ancient mariner. The packaging here is as exquisite as the abalone itself.

Address

Chatswood Mall, Chatswood

Phone

9412 3188

Friends of Leon

Fashion and female centric pop art gallery

Artist and curator Leon Krasenstein presents a new concept in urban galleries featuring a wonderful mix of pop imagery genres uniquely focused on fashion illustration and modern representations of the female form.

Address

82 Marlborough Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

0403 248 978

funkis Paddington

Scandinavian design, homewares, fashion

Highly edited ensemble of Scandinavian and Swedish homewares, fashion, clogs, lighting, and jewellery with a selection of European and Australian designs. Labels include Marimekko, Iittala, mud ceramics and funkis' own range.

Address

202 Oxford St, Paddington

Phone

9358 3093

Ginseng Chinese Medicine

Herbs, treatments, ancient elixirs

Ancient Chinese medicine gets a left-field makeover at this apothecary-cum-drinkery. Come for herbal drinks with mystical healing qualities and stay for the kind of acupuncture and massage treatments that give you a new lease on life.

Address

Shop 10/409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood

Phone

9419 7131

Great Dane Furniture

Danish and Scandinavian furniture

Australia's premier emporium of Scandinavian furniture, lighting and homewares. Featuring timeless classics and new production direct from Denmark, visit the showroom for inspiration

Address

613 Elizabeth St, Redfern

Phone

9699 7677

Holy Kitsch

Mexican art, gifts, jewellery, collectables

An eccentric wonderland of contemporary Mexican goodies. Find quirky prints, jewellery, sugar skulls and one-off pieces sourced ethically. Inspired by the Mexican Day of the Dead, Frida Kahlo & old school tattoo culture

Address

321 Crown St, Surry Hills

Phone

8068 2437

I Like Birds

New and vintage homewares

Combining modern interior with notes from the past, I Like Birds houses it all for simple sourcing. Step into the emporium of curios and discover everything from kitchenaelia to apothecary paraphernalia.

Address

14 William St, Paddington

Phone

9331 5501

I Ran the Wrong Way

Sustainable and ethical objects and fashion

I Ran The Wrong Way sits in a unique space furnished entirely from reclaimed fittings and fixtures. It fills itself with a carefully considered range of well-designed ethical, sustainable and local finds. Loads of interesting discoveries to be made here.

Address

378 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills

Phone

T: 9698 0698

Incu Men

Cult fashion labels

A pile up of cult fashion labels carving new highs in adornment. Find wearable magic by Lover, Lomography, Karen Walker, Rodarte, x Opening Ceremony, Romance was Born, Antipodium and Friedrich Gray.

Address

The Galeries, Shop RG 19-20 and 23-24

Phone

9283 7622 / 9266 0244

Jazz City Diner

New Orleans inspired diner

Gatsby-era cool meets American kitsch at this much-loved eatery, which serves up sophisticated versions of diner classics. Don't miss the Jamaican jerk chicken wings and pork belly burger - comfort food with a serious dash of soul.

Address

238 Crown Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

9332 2903

Kellie Maree Design

Fashion, shoes and accessories

One-of-a-kind fashion pieces from the likes of Honey and Beau, Binny, plus Charlotte Hawke star in this boutique, with new weekly additions. Browse ready-to-wear clothing, shoes and accessories as well as stunning bridal couture.

Address

9 Havelock Avenue, Coogee

Phone

T: 0427 204 900

Kido Clovelly

A one stop kids shop

From clothing and decor to furniture and accessories this store is all about kids and family time. Products are sourced locally and abroad and designed to make life fun, stylish and easy.

Address

159 Clovelly Rd, Clovelly

Phone

1300 11 KIDO(5436)

Kujin

Izakaya style teppanyaki

This bustling Teppanyaki and noodle bar brings a little bit of Western Japan to Elizabeth Bay. Watch the chefs at work and enjoy a savoury pancake stuffed with their signature grilled seafood or meat.

Address

41B Elizabeth Bay Road, Elizabeth Bay

Phone

9331 6077

Latitude

Homewares, clothing, accessories & gifts

Latitude is a Manly locals' favourite boutique lifestyle store with a broad product range inspired by the relaxed nature of beachside living. Find decorative items for the home, fashion, jewellery, accessories and sleepwear.

Address

12 Sydney Rd, Manly

Phone

9976 5623

Lita Brow & Lash Boutique

Brow Boutique

Named after owner Lita Stathis, grooming guru and renowned lash extension and brow specialist, Lita will provide you with anything and everything your eyebrows and eyelashes need for maximum enhancement.

Address

2/244 Palmer St, Darlinghurst

Phone

9332 4825

LivedIn Coogee

Homewares and lifestyle store

This host to unlikely treasures is motivated to inspire a love affair with the home. From cushions to clothing and eco friendly cleaning products, the ethic is 'simply loved.'

Address

263 Arden St, Coogee

Phone

9665 5330

Magdalena Duma

Colour, style and classic design

Magdalena Duma blends colour, style and classic design to create well cut and exquisite pieces you will love.

Address

525 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

0404 049 517

Mitchell Road Emporium

Recycled Preloved furniture & Bric-a-brac

The reformed Mitchell Road Auctions, like its new name, no longer has auctions. Customers can now purchase fixed price vintage and pre-loved furniture and bric-a-brac from various specialist stalls (featured to right). Plenty of treasures to be found.

Address

76 Mitchell Road, Alexandria

Phone

9699 7007

Monster Threads

Art for everyday

Making masterpieces of mainstream apparel, Monsterthreads brings monster status to the world's finest young illustrators, displaying their artworks across t-shirts, jewellery, homewares and stationery.

Address

251 King St, Newtown

Phone

9550 3009

Mr Rose

Style for spirited women

Discover Mr. Rose an independent label for women who crave individual style and personal service. Visit our boutique and encounter all that is beautiful in women's shirts and blouses, from tailored classic and tuxedo white shirts to feminine silk blouses in exclusive prints. Mr. Rose delivers great cuts, stunning fabrics, exquisite detailing and quirky styling all designed to make you look and feel amazing. Also home of the custom bust size shirt for the perfect silhouette (no pull or gape!).

Address

164 Edgecliff Road, Woollahra

Phone

9368 1423

Museum of Contemporary Art

Contemporary art gallery

Australia’s Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) is dedicated to exhibiting, collecting and interpreting the work of today’s artists. With spacious galleries and public spaces that embrace one of the world’s most famous locations. Experience art into the evening with extended hours every Thursday.

Address

140 George Street, The Rocks

Phone

9245 2400

Mushu Surry Hills

Bags, accessories & fusion fashion.

Mushu stocks a selection of men's and women's clothing from a range of Australian boutique labels, originally designed handbags and jewellery and fine gifts sourced globally. Each label is handpicked for its flair of creating beautiful, original and whimsical pieces.

Address

540 Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9690 2098

No Chintz Balmain

Exclusive fabrics and homewares

Textile visions come to life at No Chintz with an exclusive in-house range of stripes, prints and plain fabrics available by the metre. Cushions, fabric and craft kits are now also available for purchase on-line.

Address

499a Darling Street, Balmain

Phone

9810 0078

Nordic Fusion

Fashion, jewellery & homewares

A magnet for fashion purists, this lifestyle store showcases exceptional quality and creative gifts, homewares and fashion from Scandinavia. You'll find amazing brands such as Marimekko, Ceannis and the original Nordic Fusion clog sandals.

Address

2 Wentworth Ave, Manly

Phone

9976 6033

Outre Gallery

Pop underground art, books, curios

Contemporary international pop, street, tiki, folk, surrealism, retro and underground art share the floor at Outre with an eclectic collection of books, rare magazines, kooky designer toys and other curiosities.

Address

Shop 7/285a Crown Street, Surry Hills

Phone

Paddington Markets

Artists, designers and craft-makers

This bustling collection of market stalls that springs up each Saturday from 10am to 4pm (10-5 EDST) is a must-see tourist attraction but has been just as popular with Sydneysiders since the first stalls were set up in 1973. Many established Australian designers started here, including Lisa Ho and the talent behind Dinosaur Designs. Alongside the work of budding fashion designers you will find jewellery, homewares, gourmet foiod, ceramics, art, baby clothes, toys and knick-knacks.

Address

395 Oxford Street, Paddington

Phone

02 9331 2923

Paris Texas

Australian and international fashion

Kick in your spurs and ride down to Paris Texas in Surry Hills. The store, styled like an old-school Western saloon complete with the boot-scooting sounds of Dolly Parton stocks brands you’ll fall in love with including We Are Handsome, Shakuhachi, Nookie, Nobody Denim, Talulah, Life With Bird, Whyred, Three Over One, Found, Cameo, Backstage, Chronicles Of Never eyewear and many more.

Address

561 Bourke Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9380 9009

PJ Tours

Australia wide tours

Adventurous types can pack in plenty of Blue Mountains attractions in this unique small group tour, which takes you past Homebush Bay to the quaint shops of Leura and native animals of Featherdale Wildlife Park.

Address

31 Playfair Street

Phone

9251 0588

Pocket Bar

Quirky small bar & cocktail lounge

Cosy retro and vintage furniture, walls laden with pop art murals and a host of quirky trinkets are on display at this bar and cocktail lounge serving drinks, snacks and crepes whilst adding a touch of cool to its surrounds.

Address

13 Burton Street, Darlinghurst

Phone

9380 7002

Pop Shop

Toys, cards and amusements

The ultimate novelty store with toys, cards and amusements.

Address

330 Crown Street Surry Hills

Phone

9361 6075

Published Art

Specialist art and design bookshop

Fuelling the art, architecture and design communities, here lies an enviable stock of photography, fashion, film/video, interior design, graphic design, industrial design, landscape urban design and web design books.

Address

Shop 2/ 23-33 Mary Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

02 9280 2839

Rapture Living

Unique gifts, fashion and jewellery

An absolute treasure trove of delights, Rapture Living houses an eclectic range of jewellery, handbags, fashion, homewares, candles and toys. Open 7 days, there's a special discovery here for everyone.

Address

150 Blues Point Rd,_McMahons Point

Phone

9925 0372

Retro on Regent

Mid 20th century, industrial furniture & homewares

One of Sydney's favourite dealers of all things vintage, Patti Southern has opened a warehouse space full of handpicked mid 20th century design, both retro and industrial.

Address

68 May St, St Peters

Phone

0408 839 493

Retrospections

Vintage, retro and handmade

An eclectic corner store for original 50s and 60s homewares, vintage books, handmade toys, Australian designed accessories and all things retro, based on the idea of looking back to move forward.

Address

498a Miller Street, Cammeray

Phone

8065 4639

Reuben Hills

Surry Hills cafe

If you are obsessed with typography you’ll fall in love with Reuben Hills as soon as you see the slightly askew font that graces its signage, which hints at a different sort of inner city cafe. The deceptively small frontage gives way to a long, lean interior that stretches out towards a back alleyway. Inhabitating two levels, the ground floor is home to the cafe that serves coffees sourced from Central America and a simple but delicious menu that could have been lifted from a village diner in Honduras. The upper level is home to the coffee roasting laboratory where you can take part in coffee tastings every Friday at 10am, amongst the impressive coffee roasting equipment.

Address

61 Albion Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9211 5556

Reuze Vintage

Vintage and upcycle fashion

Reinvent, redesign, rediscover and rethink fashion at this diehard vintage boutique for bona fide style setters. A dream discovery to the individualist, this gem grants instant exclusivity with rare finds for him and her.

Address

294 Oxford St, Paddington

Phone

9360 1897

Sable and Argent

Bicycle Lifestyle & Fashion Store

Bicycles, fashion, workshop, cafe, publications and art... Sable & Argent source the very best products from around the world all linked by the two wheel bicycle movement. Relax in the Cycle Cafe, then amble through the worlds finest cycling brands.

Address

85 Bourke St, Woolloomooloo

Phone

9357 4699

Secret Dogs Business

Dog grooming & dog daycare

Watch your fellow dog owner glow green with envy after indulging your pooch in some Secret Dogs Business. Low profile, high quality grooming and day care for man's best friend. Also in North Sydney.

Address

156 Mowbray Rd, Willoughby

Phone

9967 0306

Single Origin Roasters

Boutique coffee for serious coffee lovers

Roasters of sustainably grown coffee from around the world. Serving up their outstanding espresso and delicious food from the cafe, the new Sideshow coffee bar alongside is ideal for a walk-by espresso or alternative brewing method.

Address

60 Reservoir Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

9211 0665

Small Spaces

Small space furniture & homewares

A microcosm of heart-warming design, Small Spaces showcases furnishings lovingly handpicked for small space living. Fans of Danish and Japanese design rejoice. Also find reclaimed objects, old ceramic vases & classic 60s Ercol chairs.

Address

674 Bourke St, Redfern

Phone

8399 3144

somedays

Nordic fashion house and gallery

This store combines art and fashion in a loft-style gallery. Representing Scandinavian fashion, somedays is a hidden oasis of understated cool tucked away from the circus of Sydney's retail strip.

Address

72B Fitzroy Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9331 6637

Spring Court Potts Point

French shoes

Reminiscent of a 1920s parlour, complete with Florence Broadhurst wallpaper, Spring Court's Potts Point store showcases these classic French sneakers along side Schmoove (pictured) - classically influenced shoes with a genuine edge.

Address

22 Macleay St, Potts Point

Phone

9358 4888

Stem

Iconic contemporary design home

There’s not much that you won’t find at Stem, Balmain’s go-to boutique for designer homewares and gifts. In a light and bright space, the shop brings together everything from jewellery and accessories to decorating pieces and fashion — think, bamboo and porcelain bowls from JIA, Moshi Moshi retro phone handsets, leather Corban & Blair stationary sets and colourful Mimi Lou wall stickers. The one-of-a-kind skirts and dresses from Finnish crowd Marimekko sell out fast.

Address

295 Darling Street, Balmain

Phone

9810 5222

Sur Bourke Espresso Bar

Espresso Bar

From the mismatched vintage crockery to house baked muffins, delectable homemade menus and a mounted installation of collector bicycles, Sur Bourke - French for 'On Bourke' - fuses urban French with Sydney style.

Address

266 Bourke St, Darlinghurst

Phone

8084 9376

Surry Hills Markets

Secondhand and handmade goods

Address

Cnr Crown Street and Little Collins Street, Surry Hills.

Phone

Susannah Place Museum

Early Australian working class life

Step inside original 1844 terrace houses to discover how families lived; with outdoor baths and the occasional rat plague. Stories of former tenants guide you through life in early working-class Sydney. Visit the recreated 1915 corner shop to buy goods from the era.

Address

58-64 Gloucester Street

Phone

9241 1893

Sydney Antique Centre

Antique and collectable homewares and jewellery

One of Australia's oldest and largest antique centres with an in-store cafe and exhibition space. This bustling mecca of antique furniture, homewares, jewellery and collectables truly seduces decorators and treasure hunters alike.

Address

531 South Dowling Street, Surry Hills

Phone

9361 3244

The Academy Brand

Men's fashion brand

The Academy Brand's street-savvy meets dapper-gent aesthetic is now on display at their new boutique Bondi space. A regular haunt for local lads, this shop offers an extensive range including tanks, tees, shorts, shirts, polos and jackets.

Address

2/79 Gould St, Bondi Beach

Phone

9130 6006

The British Lolly Shop

All British favourites

Nostalgia meets many a new flavour at The British Lolly Shop. The colourful array of old favourites ranges from quality toffee, chocolate, sweets, liquorice and crisps to gourmet range Yorkshire Puddings, sauces and teas direct from the UK.

Address

3/1-21 Darlinghurst Rd (Cnr Macleay),Kings Cross.

Phone

9368 1703

The Corner Shop CBD

The Corner Shop is for every cool hunter. With its eclectic mix of wait-list worthy designer collections, vintage finds and emerging Australian labels, the store is a creative sartorial platform in Sydney.

Address

The Strand, Shop 80-81, L1. Also at: 43 William St, Paddington

Phone

9221 1788

The Family Jewels CBD

Bold statement jewellery

Lead designer Kate Dagher has been creating bold and fabulous jewels for 20 years, working in sterling silver and using semi-precious gems, pearls and crystals. Also features works from exciting Australian and international designers.

Address

Shop 6, 80 Castlereagh Street, Sydney

Phone

9233 5152

The Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace

Historic six screen cinema complex

This Art-Deco dame dates back to 1935, although a recent makeover saw her fitted with state-of-the-art cinema technology. Mainstream and art-house films are screened across six auditoriums - the Orpheum comes with an original cinema organ.

Address

380 Military Road, Cremorne

Phone

9908 4344

The Little Marionette

Boutique coffee and beans

Caffeine addicts can't go past this Parisian-inspired espresso bar where a team of impeccably trained baristas in matching striped shirts turn out luscious, creamy coffees using their many boutiquely roasted blends of beans. Sink into a cushiony sofa or pick a colourful rug from the basket and join the regulars at Gladstone Park across the road.

Address

1a Booth Street, Balmain

Phone

9810 9728

The Other Side

Neighbourhood fashion store

This cosy neighbourhood shop features a global cast of Indie labels that emit specialness. Three Over One is produced with integrity, Whyred is a casually adventurous super label, and Superfine has a polished hippy edge.

Address

439 Oxford St, Paddington

Phone

9360 2224

The Rocks Discovery Museum

History of The Rocks

The Rocks Discovery Museum is a free, family-friendly museum, which tells the story of The Rocks area of Sydney from pre-European days to the present. Housed in a restored 1850s sandstone warehouse, it's home to a unique collection of images and archaeological artifacts found in The Rocks. Enjoy Friday lunchtime talks from eminent speakers, fun and educational school holiday programs and interactive exhibitions, which bring the history of the area to life.

Address

Kendall Lane (enter via Argyle Street)

Phone

9240 8680

The Rocks Markets

Weekend markets

Beautifully made jewellery, art, crafts, homewares and designer fashion thrive at this famous open-air market every Saturday and Sunday. On Fridays, feast on delicious street food at The Rocks Foodies Market.

Address

Jack Mundey Place, Playfair and George Streets

Phone

9240 8717

The Rocks Walking Tours

Quintessential Sydney Experience

Explore the history and charm of The Rocks, with Sydney's longest established walking tour company The Rocks Walking Tours. Discover treasures of The Rocks on their 90 minute daily tours.

Address

Shop 4a, Clocktower Square, Corner Argyle and Harrington Streets

Phone

9247 6678

The Sardine Room

Modern Seafood Bistro - BYO

If you have an inclination to indulge in an authentic dining intimacy only found in European backstreets, The Sardine Room lures with its kitchen energy and adorably passionate owner, Angela Heracleous. Offering a seaside cabaret alongside a hand selected wine list, the menu is verbally delivered with enthusiasm to stimulate salivation. Rendezvous here with friends to experience when flamboyance meets fish.

Address

2/31 Challis Ave, Potts Point.

Phone

9357 7444

The SMH Growers' Market

Fresh produce market

The Sydney Morning Herald Growers' Market is one of Sydney's premier fresh produce market, held in Pyrmont Bay Park (opposite The Star) on the first Saturday of each month, rain, hail or shine (except January). It features more than 70 stalls with a range of local produce directly from the grower or producer, plus the monthly Market Chef stage, hosted by Crave Sydney International Food Festival director Joanna Savill. Make a morning of it harbourside with coffee, baked goods and more.

Address

Pyrmont Bay Park, Pirrama Road, Pyrmont

Phone

1800 555 514

Tuchuzy

Iconic women's fashion store

Discover a cohesive yet unique collaboration of emerging plus premier talent from the simple ethics of Bassike to the feminine cuts of Chloe and luxury notes of Alexander Wang, this is Bondi in a boutique.

Address

Shop 11-12, 178 Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach

Phone

9365 7775

Vendome Woollahra

Jewellery watches luxuries luggage

Do you fancy a piece of the Titanic or Apollo X1, the world's smallest vault or gems to make the Crown Jewels blush? Visit Vendome Woollahra — it's a shrine to immaculately crafted pieces, bespoke style and high-end limited edition design. This one-of-a-kind retailer also plays host to Boucheron Jewellery, Swiss watches, Vertu phones and an exquisite range of accessories along with fragrances that range from intoxicating to sublime. Also located at 12 Castlereagh St, Sydney City.

Address

178 Jersey Road (Cnr Hargrave), Woollahra

Phone

02 9007 5332

Via Alley

Via Alley exists out of admiration for artists and designers who devote their brains to beautiful things. Cool objects, plastic cameras, mod cons, high fashion and independent publishing unite at this passionate gallery site

Address

The Galeries, Shop RG26A

Phone

9264 7528

Vini

Italian Restaurant

Find simple yet elegant Italian food put on the menu board daily. Choose from over 25 Italian wines available by the glass. Vini holds weekly regional dinners on Tuesdays.

Address

3/ 118 Devonshire Street (via Holt Street), Surry Hills.

Phone

02 9698 5131

Wheels & Dollbaby

High glamour with rock'n'roll attitude

World famous for its posh-punk, Parisian scruff meets old Hollywood style, this boudoir-like boutique is a hotspot for those with a penchant for high glamour laced with a rock'n'roll attitude.

Address

259 Crown Street, Darlinghurst.

Phone

02 9361 3286

Your Lucky Day

Revisited interior design

A little shop full of fabulous finds with a tight edit of recycled and retro interior pieces. Casual and friendly, it might be why Belle's Editor claimed it his 'Favourite Retro Store'. Your Lucky Day is surprisingly kind on the wallet too.

Address

72 Pitt St, Redfern

Phone

0431 186 027

ZARA

Internationally popular, ZARA re-imagines and updates pieces for the contemporary wardrobe twice every week. Australia's first ZARA flagship features a custom range that considers our climatic conditions.

Address

Westfield Sydney, Pitt St Mall.

Phone

9216 7000

Zulu Lulu

Fashion Emporium for Women

The jewel of Zulu Lulu is the friendly expertise from staff and Lulu herself who will help you navigate the $50 pieces to the $600 party gowns. Jewellery, shoes and fascinators available in her gem of a boutique.

Address

171 Blues Point Rd, McMahons Point

Phone

8920 2899