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  1. Annie P Paperie

    Annie P Paperie

    Celebrating contemporary paper design

    A celebration of old-world passions, this romantic corner boutique is a bounty of fine stationery, invitations, cards, wrapping papers, ribbons and unique decorations from its own designs and around the world

    Address
    243 Stirling Hwy, Claremont
    Phone
    9384 6035

  2. Aura Woman

    Aura Woman

    Comfortable & stylish fashion

    With soft minimal pieces designed for layering, this womenswear boutique focuses on style and comfort for all body shapes. The edgy Aura label is complemented by Mesop, Aura55, Gypsy 05 and Paige Premium Denim.

    Address
    Shop 2, 131 Rokeby Road, Subiaco
    Phone
    9388 1992

  3. Awfully Gorgeous

    Awfully Gorgeous

    A lifestyle boutique with personality

    A lifestyle boutique with a big personality, Awfully Gorgeous stocks fashion, Liberte and andyANDmolly jewellery designs as well as chic homewares and objects d'art from around Australia and the world.

    Address
    1/591 Beaufort St, Mt Lawley
    Phone
    08 6161 1610

  4. Beyond The Trapdoor

    Beyond The Trapdoor

    Dress your life

    Laden with peculiar accoutrements and covetable treasures, this store specialises in all things retro and rockabilly. Clothing, accessories, gifts and homewares are all here for the taking, including exclusive brands such as Stop Staring and Jessica Louise.

    Address
    18 Forrest Street, Subiaco
    Phone
    9388 6499

  5. Breathless

    Breathless

    Perth made fashion

    With an array of multi-layered textural and printed designs, Breathless makes dressing up fun. Its timeless range, including frocks, coats and skirts in silk, cotton and wool, are all designed and manufactured in Perth.

    Address
    17 Avion Way, Claremont
    Phone
    9384 6300

  6. Broken Doll

    Broken Doll

    Vintage, retro clothing & accessories

    A trove of one-off vintage and retro pieces to buy or hire, all hand-picked, laundered and restored to original glory. Broken Doll's own high-quality label offers alterations or tailored fits on any item in-store.

    Address
    9 Atwell Arcade, Fremantle
    Phone
    0438 410 859

  7. Busatti Perth

    Busatti Perth

    Italian linen, soft furnishings

    The Perth showroom of this eighth generation Italian family dynasty of fine linen artisans exemplifies luxury in its purest form. Crafting precious fabrics by the metre and luxurious essentials for the home, Busatti's offering includes a traditional range of fabrics, tablecloths, towels, runners, curtains and sofa coverings all handmade in Tuscany.

    Address
    257 Queen Victoria St, North Fremantle
    Phone
    9335 8918

  8. Calico & Ivy Mosman Park

    Calico & Ivy Mosman Park

    Fabric, yarn, handcrafted gifts

    Wall to wall collections of Liberty of London, Japanese designer prints and textual linens make Calico & Ivy a textile utopia. This wonderland of candy-hued yarns and handcrafted gift ideas will feed your creative soul.

    Address
    10 Glyde St, Mosman Park
    Phone
    9383 3794

  9. Clear Couture

    Clear Couture

    Australian designer clothing

    Characterised by elegant tailoring and rich natural fabrics, Clear's collection includes couture and ready to wear formal dresses, classic separates and bridal pieces, complemented by Bella B Wear basics and an exclusive range of Jennifer Gaye Neck Art.

    Address
    436 Fitzgerald St, North Perth
    Phone
    08 9227 5555

  10. Corner Store South Terrace

    Corner Store South Terrace

    Furniture & homewares

    Corner Store's latest space is filled with furniture, homewares and gifts with timeless vintage appeal, displayed with colour and humour. Find La Maison furniture, Orla Kiely mugs, Barbara Wiggins leathergoods, Liberty fabrics and more.

    Address
    147 South Terrace (cnr Price St), Fremantle
    Phone
    9336 3005

  11. Eldorado

    Eldorado

    Men's & women's clothing

    Beyond its bright blue doorway, you will discover an eclectic mix of quality apparel for guys and girls from local and international labels including Wesc, Carhartt, Nique, Nyne, Obey, Nobody, Kangol and Supra.

    Address
    331 Murray St, Perth
    Phone
    9481 4947

  12. Future Shelter

    Future Shelter

    Design store & manufacturing workshop

    In this light-filled studio and workshop, artist Jane King and engineer Adam Coffey meticulously craft and manufacture zestful, figurative designs for lampshades, coasters, stationery, jewellery and clothing

    Address
    56 Angove St, North Perth
    Phone
    08 9228 4832

  13. Get in the Forrest

    Get in the Forrest

    Clothing, giftware & accessories

    A wonderland of homewares and women's fashion, this tucked-away boutique features decorative ceramics, industrial furniture, objects d'art and is home to the exquisite silk collection of local WA label Queen of Everything.

    Address
    Rosanne Dowland Design Warehouse, 9 Forrest St, Subiaco
    Phone
    9388 1962

  14. Hatch

    Hatch

    Nurturing WA fashion & accessory design

    'Nurturing creativity in design' underlines this fashion, accessories and design space, which stocks more than 25 Western Australian labels including One Fell Swoop, Zhivago and Little Gracie. It also showcases works from local visual artists.

    Address
    Shop 55 Carillon City, Hay St, Perth
    Phone
    08 9226 0209

  15. Hero & Leander

    Hero & Leander

    Clothing, giftware, jewellery, homewares

    Earthen tones mix with bursts of brilliant colour in this boutique on Hampden Road. Mother and daughter duo, Lisa and Skye, pair simple, elegant homewares with an eclectic and colourful array of jewellery, toys and giftware.

    Address
    23 Hampden Rd, Nedlands
    Phone
    9386 1277

  16. Indi + Em

    Indi + Em

    Fashion and accessories

    Savvy women head to this intimate fashion and accessories boutique in the heart of the Wray Ave shopping precinct for its friendly, personalised service and diverse, affordable pieces from Wish, Ladakh, Mink Pink and Maiocchi.

    Address
    105 South Tce, Fremantle
    Phone
    9430 4999

  17. Kartique Mt Lawley

    Kartique Mt Lawley

    Furniture, jewellery & accessories

    Beautiful furniture and unusual jewellery is what Kartique has in store. Showcasing their furniture finds from all across the globe and jewellery made in W.A. but inspired by their travels, no two items are the same.

    Address
    559 Beaufort St, Mt Lawley
    Phone
    6161 7179

  18. Lilly Loves Tea

    Lilly Loves Tea

    Fashion meets tea

    This iconic, fun, girly boutique features a massive One Teaspoon collection, along with fashion favourites from Wilfox and Something Else by Natalie Wood, May, Style Stalker, Nookie, Talulah and more.

    Address
    1/62 Bayview Tce, Claremont
    Phone
    9384 1886

  19. Lisa Ho Perth

    Lisa Ho Perth

    Cool sophistication

    Lisa Ho's penchant for prints, luxurious fabrics and the feminine silhouette have led her to create a wearable world of high glamour with an urban difference. All the essentials for the chic modern woman.

    Address
    Shop H123B, Enex 100 683-703 Hay St, Perth
    Phone
    08 9322 4858

  20. Little Glamourettes

    Little Glamourettes

    Designer children's fashion

    Pretty dresses, smart blazers and delicate baby clothes abound in this mini fashionistas' wonderland dedicated to boys and girls from newborn to school age. Brands include Desigual, Axel & Hudson, Mini Shatsu and Coco & Ginger.

    Address
    Shop 26, 85 South Perth Esplanade, South Perth
    Phone
    9368 0107

  21. Love in Tokyo

    Love in Tokyo

    WA designed and made fashion

    WA's Sheree Dornan houses her eponymous label along with the in-house Love in Tokyo range of silk slip dresses, selections from Jiva, Leina Broughton, Yoshi Jones, High Tea With Mrs Woo and more in this vibrant retail space.

    Address
    61-63 High St, Fremantle
    Phone
    9433 2110

  22. Mabu

    Mabu

    European/Australian fashion accessories

    MABU clothing is refreshingly simple, concentrating on mix and match essentials, with the added flair of statement jewellery and eye-catching accessories. Find labels Banana Blue, Kondo Tricot, Ridley and Pako Litto alongside exotic pieces from abroad

    Address
    75A High St, Fremantle
    Phone
    9430 7222

  23. Mariposa Perfumery

    Mariposa Perfumery

    Luxury niche fragrance & skincare

    With a meticulous selection of niche fragrances, skincare and cosmetics, this intimate boutique evokes the heady, artisanal aromas of early 1900s Parisian chic. Find brands such as Aesop, Robert Piguet, Juliet Has a Gun and Keiko Meicheri.

    Address
    Shop 5 The Astor Arcade, Mt Lawley
    Phone
    08 9272 6867

  24. Mini Marché

    Mini Marché

    Childrenswear & accessories

    A trove of stylish clothing, accessories, gifts and toys for little ones up to age 14. Find an exclusive collection of baby and childrens clothing from Scotch & Soda, Munster and Coco and Ginger to name a few.

    Address
    47 Market St, Fremantle
    Phone
    9433 3215

  25. Mr Sparrow

    Mr Sparrow

    Gift, home and garden store

    A home, gift and garden store with a unique mix of products with a design focus. Supporting independent designers and makers from around the globe, Mr Sparrow stocks goods which are fun, beautiful and quirky, with sustainability in mind. Here you'll find the likes of hanging planters, indoor plants, gardening goods, textiles, ceramics, jewellery, Acapulco chairs, locally made finds, and vintage style bicycles.

    Address
    C3/223 Bagot Road, Subiaco
    Phone
    9381 6362

  26. Ovest

    Ovest

    Not your average gift shop

    One of the CBD's best kept secrets for quirky, affordable gifts dedicated to adults, kids and bubs, this shop is brimming with accessories, toys, skincare and homewares from the likes of Mozi, Fred, eeboo and Urban Rituelle

    Address
    Shop 3, 800 Hay St, Perth
    Phone
    08 9322 1319

  27. Paper Fusion

    Paper Fusion

    Fine stationery design

    With all manner of paper goods, from wrapping paper, stationery, decals and more you can create bespoke invitations for a special occasion or avail yourself of the expert services on offer.

    Address
    176a Scarborough Beach Rd, Mt Hawthorn
    Phone
    9443 2052

  28. Pekho: Wear + Wares

    Pekho: Wear + Wares

    Womenswear & eclectic wares

    Relaxed, effortless pieces to coordinate with your lifestyle, utilising high-quality cloth, clean lines and silhouettes for sizes 10-20. An eclectic selection of wares favours local artisans plus hand-picked treasures from beyond

    Address
    7 Wray Ave, Fremantle
    Phone
    0419 969 819

  29. Petite Couture

    Petite Couture

    Children's clothing and accessories

    Address
    8 Glyde St, Mosman Park
    Phone
    9385 0917

  30. Post Emporium

    Post Emporium

    Aurelio Costarella flagship store

    In this converted 1916 post office (flagship store of this darling WA designer), Aurelio Costarella artfully showcases current collections alongside Harry Allen objects, Fornasetti plates, Tord Boontje glassware and bizarre antiquities from around the world.

    Address
    23 View St, North Perth
    Phone
    9228 0373

  31. Ricarda Fashion Objects

    Ricarda Fashion Objects

    Avant-garde designs

    A Perth institution for international avant-garde fashion and designer homewares, Ricarda's converted warehouse curates an evolving selection including Proenza Schouler, Comme des Garcons, Isabel Marant and Maison Martin Margiela

    Address
    91 Waratah Ave, Dalkeith
    Phone
    9389 9494

  32. Rochelle Adonis

    Rochelle Adonis

    Cakes + confection

    Rochelle and her team of talented pastry chefs create memorable moments of indulgence with handcrafted cakes, confections and savouries in the Paris end of Northbridge. She also offers a unique High Tea experience - but make sure you book.

    Address
    193 Brisbane St, Northbridge
    Phone
    08 9227 0007

  33. Rohan Jewellery

    Rohan Jewellery

    Custom design and handcrafted jewellery

    A calm sanctuary on buzzing Oxford St, this crisp boudoir offers bespoke jewellery design in a relaxed atmosphere. Opened in 2007 by master jeweller Rohan Milne, be amazed by the fine craftsmanship and attentive service.

    Address
    Shop 2/162 Oxford St (opposite Luna Cinema)
    Phone
    9242 1155

  34. Room For Two

    Room For Two

    Maternity apparel

    Delivered with friendly and attentive service, Room For Two is a one-stop shop for stylish and flattering maternity apparel, no tent-like attire here. Find top maternity and breastfeeding labels, baby clothes and giftware within this charming space.

    Address
    324 Barker Road
    Phone
    9381 3746

  35. Ruck Rover General Store

    Ruck Rover General Store

    Clothing, accessories

    Filled with unique clothing and gifts, Ruck Rover is a treasure trove of pretty frocks, men's tees, baby clothes, Polaroid cameras and film, Frankie magazines and irresistable accessories for yourself and your home

    Address
    242 William St, Northbridge
    Phone
    9228 3502

  36. S2

    S2

    Australian fashion destination

    Tailored, structural pieces for women line the walls of this intriguing and ever-changing gallery space. S2's tonal collections adopt a bold, minimalist aesthetic and sit alongside like-minded directional labels, accessories and jewellery.

    Address
    26 Angove St, North Perth
    Phone
    9227 1136

  37. Scintilla Accessories & Interiors

    Scintilla Accessories & Interiors

    Statement jewellery

    Statement jewellery pieces, accessories and furniture from Paris, Madrid, Amsterdam, Zurich, Copenhagen and Schwyz are the focus at Scintillia. For lovers of distinct European chic.

    Address
    183 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco
    Phone
    9382 2950

  38. She Seldom Blushes

    She Seldom Blushes

    Garments and objects

    Home to objects and garments - new, old and new made from old. In-house jewels by She Seldom Blushes are fashioned from aging treasures and sit alongside other upcycled products and jewellery by WA designers.

    Address
    5 Atwell Arcade (off High St Mall), Fremantle
    Phone
    9430 8830

  39. Skankihoo Designs

    Skankihoo Designs

    Women's fashion

    Delight in a salon experience with bespoke couture for your next evening soiree. From vintage lace to easy-care textiles, all garments feature exceptional craftsmanship and are tailored to fit your body, your design and your personality.

    Address
    18 The Terrace, Fremantle
    Phone
    9336 5257

  40. Smallish Love

    Smallish Love

    Children's clothing & bedding

    Like the store's essence, Smallish Love is the newborn of Subiaco Square. Catering to babies and smallish humans, this delightful store stocks linen, cots, bedding and clothing, and features a handy children's play area.

    Address
    Shop 16, Subiaco Square
    Phone
    6461 6465

  41. South of the Border

    South of the Border

    Bohemian fashion & little luxuries

    Filled with colourful clothing, curious jewellery, quirky giftware, all inspired by different eras, this boutique epitomises bazaar style. Here you'll find unique delights and little luxuries from south of every border.

    Address
    101 South Tce, Fremantle
    Phone
    9433 2225

  42. Storm in a Teacup

    Storm in a Teacup

    Eclectic gifts, fashion, jewellery

    A tiny lifestyle store immortalising individual style, Storm in a Teacup assembles clothing from Queen of Everything, Ermis World, Mesop, Jimmy Jean plus unique jewels, Mor gifts, Have You Met Miss Jones homewares and Papaya art prints.

    Address
    L2, Claremont Quarter
    Phone
    9383 1113

  43. The Annex

    The Annex

    Sophisticated womenswear

    Timeless, sophisticated womenswear from Magdalena Valevska, Manning Cartell, Uscari and Dhalia; Bleulab denim, DITA eyewear & Astier di Villatte candles are meticulously displayed in this sun-filled, friendly store.

    Address
    145 Scarborough Beach Rd, Mt Hawthorn
    Phone
    9444 1450

  44. Trio

    Trio

    Fashion & fabric & furniture

    Specialising in fun fabric, fashion and collectibles, Trio brings together a whimsical assortment of colourful striped French deckchairs and espadrilles, women's fashion sourced abroad, unique haberdashery and lovingly restored antique pieces.

    Address
    34 Angove St, North Perth
    Phone
    08 9228 2373

  45. UHA Jewellery

    UHA Jewellery

    Jewellery and accessories

    Shining jewellery and accessories for playful fashionistas are all sharply displayed in this tiny boutique. Here you can find diamonte phone covers and calculators, vintage-inspired jewellery pieces and many other fun trinkets.

    Address
    Shop 15, Carillon City, 207 Murray St, Perth
    Phone
    08 9481 6668

  46. Unique Tattoos

    Unique Tattoos

    Quality style & professional consulting

    Located just off Hay St, this tiki-themed studio is renowned for expert quality workmanship and friendly service. With a 15-year history of satisfied customers, all staff are trained by owner and legendary tattoo artist Mike E.

    Address
    Suite 5, 513 Hay Street, Subiaco
    Phone
    9380 4315

  47. Varga Girl

    Varga Girl

    Clothing & accessories

    From M Missoni and Camilla and Marc to carefully selected vintage items, Varga Girl makes stunning use of their gallery-like space. Clothing is arranged in colourways and mirrored by an impressive collection of harlequin glass

    Address
    148 Oxford St, Leederville
    Phone
    9444 8990

  48. Ware Mt Lawley

    Ware Mt Lawley

    Lifestyle store with a difference

    Tucked away in the Astor Arcade, Ware has quirky gifts and homewares for anyone who has everything. Celebrating innovation, cottage industry and well made goods, find independent designer jewellery, toys, cards and more.

    Address
    Shop 3, 665 Beaufort St, Mt Lawley
    Phone
    08 9271 8338

  49. WED on beaufort

    WED on beaufort

    Wedding & event stylists, florist & café

    This impressive one-stop-shop offers everything for wedding and event styling. Check out the florist, beautician, exclusive giftware, jewellery and fabulous café all under the one roof.

    Address
    221 Beaufort St, Northbridge
    Phone
    9228 4352

  50. Wild Lily Empire

    Wild Lily Empire

    Jewellery, accessories, gifts

    Sourcing items from here and overseas, Wild Lily Empire is a trove of jewellery, accessories, homewares, gifts and more. Shop in store or online for fine, affordable pieces with a point of difference.

    Address
    3/160 Hampden Rd, Nedlands
    Phone
    9386 4160

  51. Wild Lily Empire Leederville

    Wild Lily Empire Leederville

    Jewellery, accessories, gifts

    Sourcing items from here and overseas, Wild Lily Empire is a trove of jewellery, accessories, homewares, gifts and more. Shop in store or online for fine, affordable pieces with a point of difference.

    Address
    116 Oxford St, Leederville
    Phone
    9227 7116

  52. Wild Lily Empire Northbridge

    Wild Lily Empire Northbridge

    Clothing, jewellery, accessories

    A peaceful and serene shop space, Wild Lily Empire is filled with delicate yet sophisticated gifts, accessories and homewares. A pristine and polished boutique.

    Address
    242 William St, Northbridge
    Phone
    08 9227 8084

  53. Wiliam Topp

    Wiliam Topp

    Refound, refined

    This deftly merchandised gift shop brings together contemporary, handmade and curious objects. Find evolving installations of 1970s homewares, colourful jewellery, quirky stationery, furniture, art, and toys from Australia, the world and the past.

    Address
    452 William St, Perth
    Phone
    9228 8733

  54. Willow and the Bowerbird

    Willow and the Bowerbird

    Homewares, accessories, fashion

    Oodles of natural light and fresh flowers on the counter beg you to linger in this lifestyle store with a wholesome, stylish range of fashion, accessories, tote bags, stationery, body products and kids toys.

    Address
    78 George St, East Fremantle
    Phone
    9319 8999