urban walkabout sydney shopping

an insider's shopping guide to Sydney's fashion, design and food culture

Analu

Analu

Luxury Italian linen and fabrics

Italy's finest luxury linen and other selected interior products and accessories - as well as a bespoke service for your home and boat.

Showroom 6, 9 Danks Street, Waterloo.
8399 0860

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Beautiful on the Inside

Beautiful on the Inside

Objects, gifts, furniture: Pieces with Soul

Everything is hand picked in this design/lifestyle store that will always inspire. Offering home accessories, furniture, lighting, fashion and personal accessories- all by local and international designers, this space is a destination for design lovers.

Shop 45/322 Bourke Street, Surry Hills.
02 9360 7733

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Becker Minty

Becker Minty

Art, ornamentation, fashion, furnishings

Unique pieces sourced globally fill this eclectic lifestyle store. Discover the finest of objects and bibelots, ornamentation for your body and your home. Ceramics, Antiques, Jewellery, Paintings, Lighting and more.

7/ 81 Macleay Street (via Manning St) Potts Point
02 8356 9999

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Boxx

Boxx

Homeware designs, gifts, furniture

A simplistic approach to opulence has led to a meticulously sourced showcase of chic utilitarian objects, fashion and gifts. In house design includes a range of modern, funky homewares and other intriguing products.

49-51 Flinders Street, Surry Hills.
02 9380 8990

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Busatti

Busatti

Leading luxury Italian linen homewears

Established in 1842, Busatti represents an eight generation Italian family dynasty crafting hand made fabrics presented by the metre and used to create exquisite pieces for the home. Devoted clientele include Miuccia Prada, Valentino & Giorgio Armani.

9 Transvaal Avenue, Double Bay
02 9363 4318

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Cambodia House

Cambodia House

Global homewares and gifts

A non-profit business presenting a vibrant selection of authentic Cambodian products. Traditional hand-loomed Khmer silks transformed into exotic homewares. Cushions, bedspreads, handbags and a range of exquisite giftware.

Shop 3, 128 Queen St (via Spicer St), Woollahra
02 9332 1101

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Chee Soon & Fitzgerald

Chee Soon & Fitzgerald

International & Australian designed home furnishings

Acclaimed designer homewares, expert interior advice and an Aladdin's Cave filled with colours and textures in home furnishings, wallpapers and over a hundred exquisite fabric samples from greats such as Marimekko and Jim Thompson.

387 Crown Street, Surry Hills.
02 9360 1031

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circa_c20

Twentieth century glass and ceramics

Stunning array of 20th-century collectable design in impeccable condition with a focus on ceramics and glass. Venetian, Swedish and Finnish glass, art deco ceramics and a host of other dazzling displays.

78a Campbell Street, Surry Hills.
02 9212 2557

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cloth

cloth

Contemporary textiles for the home

cloth has been producing sustainable contemporary screenprinted textiles by hand since 1995. Its small team led by Julie Paterson creates high quality fabrics for upholstery, homewares, art and clothing with an earthy, relaxed Australian feel.

Shop 1, 35 Buckingham Street, Surry Hills.
02 9699 2266

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Cotton Love

Cotton Love

Affordable European chic for the home

European chic for the home, this range of gorgeous pieces for the bathroom, bedroom and table pairs Belgian influences with an oriental twist. Don't miss Cotton Love signature Hamptons-style beach towels.

164 Edgecliff Road, Woollahra
9387 3149

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Dinosaur Designs CBD

Dinosaur Designs CBD

Resin jewellery and homewares

A veritable treasure chest of vivid resin homewares and jewellery, Dinosaur Design's handcrafted products suit passionate lifestyles. With a fiercely loyal following, they are one of the most successful design stories in Australia.

Shop 77, The Strand, 412 George Street.
02 9223 2953

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Funkis Bondi

Funkis Bondi

Specializing in Scandinavian design and style

Highly edited ensemble of new and vintage Scandinavian and Swedish homewares, textiles, lighting, glassware, clothing and jewellery with a selection of European and Australian designs. Labels such as Marimekko, Iittala, Hogans and Boda Nova.

23C Curlewis Street, Bondi Beach.
T: 9130 6445

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Funkis Swedish Forms

Funkis Swedish Forms

Representing unique Scandinavian design

Highly edited ensemble of new and vintage Scandinavian and Swedish homewares, textiles, lighting, glassware, clothing and jewellery with a selection of European and Australian designs. Labels such as Marimekko, Iittala, Hogans and Boda Nova.

Shop 619, GF, The Strand, 412 George Street.
9221 9370

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Garden Life

Garden Life

Progressive landscape design and garden retail

A tranquil oasis celebrating unique and natural products for inside and out; specially chosen for their flair and style. This progressive landscape design company offers everything from simple gifts to complete garden overhauls.

373 Liverpool Street.
9332 1199

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Genevieve Lethu

Genevieve Lethu

Elegant French home living

This beautifully crafted French brand provides everything from the kitchen to the table, heralding an elegant yet functional design ethos and a mandate for inspired cooking, sleek entertaining and joyful living.

53 Queen St, Woollahra.
9327 8307

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Ici et La

Ici et La

Furniture, fabrics and accessories from France

Vibrant striped canvas deckchairs, 19th-century garden furniture and a multitude of upholstery fabrics - old and new - highlight this enchanting store with a distinct French flavour. Check out the industrial pieces and quirky objets d'art.

7 Nickson Street & 588 Bourke St, Surry Hills
02 8399 1173/ 02 9699 4266

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ke-zu

ke-zu

High quality residential and contract furniture

Suite 201, 61 Marlborough Street
1300 724 174

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Koskela Design

Koskela Design

Australian modern furniture, crafts, homewares

Covering 400 sq metres of the first floor in a grand old woolstore, Koskela's showroom is filled with superb furniture, homewares and inspiring objects created by Australian emerging and established artists, designers and craftspeople.

Level 1, 91 Campbell Street, Surry Hills.
02 9280 0999

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Lanterne

Lanterne

Homewares, gifts and décor store

A glorious decor and gift shop brimming with exotic, Eastern and modern lovelies, from Mongolian hand-painted cabinets to French Diptyque candles, Mor Australia body products and lush leather handbags.

330 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst
02 9380 7172

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le bonbon

le bonbon

Stylish stationery and party supplies

A delicious sweet offering of stationery, gifts and party goodies, this boutique French inspired store overflows with divine stationery, unique invitations and a stunning collection of banners, candles, plates and gifts. Special Offer: 10% discount on our extensive range of personalised stationery.

144 Edgecliff Road, Woollahra
9369 3067

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Les Indiennes de Provence

Les Indiennes de Provence

Uniqe fabric & products from the south of France

A sensory feast of colour and texture, this wonderful homewares store takes you to the exotic heart of southern France. Here you'll find Indian and Persian-inspired textiles with intricate patterns, Limoges porcelain and elegant bags.

Shop 24-36, L2, QVB, 455 George Street.
02 9261 4340

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Macleay on Manning

Macleay on Manning

Homewears, lifestyle, gifts, furniture, accessories, art

Fashion, lifestyle and design unite in a range of Australian and imported designer homewares, gifts, candles, costume jewellery, lighting, babywear, cards and much more. Brands such as Missoni, Acqua di Parma, Kartell, Fornasetti and Sonia Rykiel.

Shop 1, 85 Macleay Street, Potts Point
02 9331 4100

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My Island Home

My Island Home

Homewares, Mens & Womens Resort Wear

With this unique collection of exotic-island inspired homewares and tableware, shells and coral, fashion and accessories, the beauty of a tropical paradise is right here. Delivery and online shopping available.

5 Transvaal Avenue, Double Bay
02 9362 8760

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No Chintz

No Chintz

Fabric and furnishings store

Find your perfect fabric in a boutique store flowing with soft cottons and linens, fine muslins, rich upholsteries and exclusive trims. Also stocks a unique collection of divine cushions and textile homewares. Special Offer: 10% discount on stock fabrics

153 Edgecliff Road, Woollahra
9386 4800

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Ondene

Ondene

Global fusion homewares, cashmere, furniture

Enter this temple of serene, eclectic homeliness and you'll never want to leave. Warm hues and natural, organic shapes characterise a rich collection of furniture, homewares, cashmere and unique objets d'art.

12 Transvaal Avenue, Double Bay
02 9362 1734

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Orson & Blake

Orson & Blake

Contemporary furniture, homeware showroom and cafe

This Sydney lifestyle pioneer's Surry Hills store astounds the senses with the latest must-have designs in lounge, dining, bedroom, home office and outdoor furniture as well as lighting and decorative accessories.

483 Riley St, Surry Hills.
8399 2525

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Orson & Blake Woollahra

Orson & Blake Woollahra

Hand-picked international designerwares & fashion

This Sydney lifestyle pioneer's two Woollahra stores astound the senses with the latest in fashion for women as well as must-have homewares, furniture and designer objects from around the world.

83-85 Queen Street, Woollahra
02 9326 1155

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Pigott's Store

Pigott's Store

A treasure trove of unique pieces

From bikinis to bedside tables, Pigott's Store assembles a vast range of luxurious things for the curious, stylish young individual. Discover striking lampshades, vases, sensuous Cath Collins fragrances and candles, and striking furniture pieces.

53 Ocean Street, Woollahra
02 9362 8119

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Plane Tree Farm

Plane Tree Farm

Luxury bed linen and homewares

Jeni Cross's beautiful store on leafy Transvaal Avenue showcases exquisite classic bed linen made from the highest quality Egyptian Cotton alongside soft, luxurious cashmere blankets, bath towels and imported toiletries.

15B Transvaal Avenue, Double Bay
02 9328 1276

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planet commonwealth

planet commonwealth

Contemporary Australian hardwood furniture

A sophisticated showcase of sustainably grown solid Australian hardwood furniture with a full design service by Ross Longmuir and a selection of finely crafted Australian homewares with a ceramics and textile focus.

114 Commonwealth Street.
9211 5959

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planet on crown

planet on crown

Australian finely crafted homeware & furniture

-This store is closing on Nov 27th, 2008 and moving to: Planet Commonwealth 114 Commonwealth Street. T: 9211 5959

419 Crown Street, Surry Hills.
02 9698 0680

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Robyn Cosgrove Rugs

Robyn Cosgrove Rugs

Fine handmade decorative rugs for the discerning

Robyn Cosgrove's fine hand-knotted rugs have been decorating the homes of discerning Australians for over 25 years. Superior fibres, and original and exotic designs underline the collection at this impressive showroom.

168 Queen St, Woollahra.
02 9328 7692

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Sally Beresford

Sally Beresford

French antiques and custom made tables

A stylish showcase of 17th to19th-century French Provincial and English Georgian country furniture, decorative and architectural pieces superbly complemented by traditionally crafted aged timber tables, chairs, tableware and re-worked industrial antiques.

170 Queen Street, Woollahra
02 9362 1733

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Spence & Lyda

Spence & Lyda

Designer furniture, textiles & homewares

A designer-lovers emporium featuring Missoni Home among its exclusive range of Australian and European furniture. Spence & Lyda's showroom offers an ever-changing collection of quality lighting, home wares and gifts to inspire.

16 Foster Street, Surry Hills.
02 9212 6747

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Sydney Antique Centre

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.

531 South Dowling Street.
9361 3244

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Tea & More

Tea & More

Homewares and relaxing tea room

A quaint, unique store offering not just delectable desserts, coffee and teas from many corners of the world but also decorative homewares and gifts for loved ones. Enjoy a bit of tea and more...

Shop 2/3, 24 Bay Street, Double Bay
02 9362 4603

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The Bay Tree

The Bay Tree

Homewares emporium, cookware, linen, glassware

A Sydney institution in homewares, cookware, linen and glassware to make any cook's mouth water. Soak up the surrounds of the Masonic hall and spotted gum floorboards while plotting endless culinary delights.

40 Queen Street, Woollahra.
9328 1101

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The Fabric Store

The Fabric Store

Designer fabrics at amazing prices

Discover the newest fabric store on the block featuring designer dress fabrics sourced from local and international fashion houses. With fabulous prices, you will not leave empty handed.

21 Cooper Street, Surry Hills.
9211 2217

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The Society Inc

The Society Inc

Haberdashery meets hardware

Reminiscent of a haberdashery-meets-hardware store, The Society Inc. specialises in beautiful local and global textiles, furniture and homewares. Interior stylist Sibella Court refreshes the shop's theme quarterly, inspired by new colour palettes.

18 Stewart Street, Paddington.
9331 1592

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Top 3 by Design

Top 3 by Design

Designer objects from Australia, France and Scandinavia

An aw-inspiring collection of homewares and lifestyle products deemed the best in their category according to design merit. Knowledgeable staff and a chic, modern interior make shopping here an adventure in design.

Shop 5001, L5, Westfield Bondi Junction, Bondi Junction.
T: 9388 9699

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Urban Balcony

Urban Balcony

Outdoor furnishings for balcony gardens

An imaginative new concept in outdoor rooms. Hand selected pots and plants, contemporary outdoor furniture and chic garden accessories to transform your city balcony into a place to relax, eat and entertain.

473 Crown St, Surry Hills.
9310 2910

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