Some of our favourite places to shop in Braddon
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Some of the city’s signature creatives sell their wares from Braddon, providing the perfect opportunity to pick up a local souvenir that would look at home in any magazine.
From vintage to designer to hyper-local fashion, some of the city’s best shopping happens here—with plenty of opportunity to stop for sustenance along the way.
GOODBYES
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A sustainable shop for preloved high-end clothing, Goodbyes is stacked with more than 1700 preloved items. This includes everything from Scanlan Theodore dresses, to racks of denim jeans from brands including Levis, Rag & Bone, and Sonia Rykiel, and a cabinet of high-end designer items where you might find an Issey Miyake scarf, a Margiela handbag or Missoni Sunglasses.
HIVE
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An inviting shop which focuses on unique homewares and gifts with a touch of whimsy. From statement Alev candleholders to lamps, ceramics and body care, you will also find yourself chuckling at the huge range of quirky cards suitable for any occasion.
TIMBER + TAILOR
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Here you’ll find a curated range of designers’ and makers products sourced largely from Australia, including homewares, jewelry, furniture, skincare, linen and some delightfully local products which will help elevate any room in the home.
KIN GALLERY
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Pitching itself as a store and workshop producing ‘serious jewellery for the young at heart’, KIN is a creative makers’ hub as well as a shop for all the beautiful and sparkly things. And if you can’t quite find the perfect piece, their artistic community can make a commission.
LELLOW KIDS
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From designer outfits to footwear, toys, bedroom accessories and games, Lellow is where the cool kids (and their fashion-forward parents) like to hang out. Providing a wide range of Australian-made and international labels for those in the 0-10 age range, the shop is run by a local mum with a great eye for style.
SANCHO’S DIRTYLAUNDRY
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Indie T-shirt lovers and proud supporters of the ever-growing Canberra DIY mentality, these guys support independent brands, both local and worldwide, as well as the artists and designers behind them. You’ll find clothes to graphic artist supplies, vinyl art toys, zines, books, magazines, stickers, accessories, art and more.
Feature image: Pew Pew Studio.
