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Vendome Woollahra

The finest possessions one can own reside at Vendome Woollahra. Alex Simon says, "The vision...is to bring luxury back to what it was - exclusive, sophisticated, limited, well crafted, and unique!"

Renowned Australian Creative director, Tony Assness realised the evocative space. Italian Arrabescato marble flooring sprawls under bronze pillars. Complete with intimate jewellery salon, a dedicated Haute Horology area, providing a selection of the finest handcrafted Swiss watches and the ultimate in travel accessories luggage, 12 luxury brands are showcased for the first time in Australia.

178 Jersey Rd, Woollahra.
T: 9007 5332
Vendome Woollahra

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