Featuring delicate, architectural pieces that are sought after by avant-garde women everywhere, especially fans of Issey Miyake, this boutique is often where you will find the designer himself advising shoppers.
Internationally renowned make-up artist, world-traveler and Australia-native Sue Devitt, recommends:
Crowned “Australia’s most glamorous fashion designer” by Australian Vogue, Alex Perry creates elaborate gowns and evening wear for Sydney’s most stylish shoppers. His flagship store is located within the city’s iconic Strand Arcade and carries his haute couture, Red Carpet, Brides and ready-to-wear collections.
Belinda Seper’s growing empire reaches its nexus on William Street with a great edit of big international names such as Marni and Miu Miu.
This is the place to stock up on sexy loungewear and lacy camisoles, ranging from long silk cardigan robes to Chantal Thomass and Fifi Chachnil lingerie sets in sheer black or leopard print.
Internationally renowned make-up artist, world-traveler and Australia-native Sue Devitt, recommends:
Located in Double Bay, this bright and airy boutique is a locals’ favorite stocking international brands including Missoni, See by Chloe, Diane Von Furstenburg and Matthew Williamson.
In this boudoiresque shop, you’ll find the feminine, glamorous confections of every stylish woman’s dreams. Yes, Dinnigan’s designs have been made famous by her Aussie move star friends like Nicole Kidman and can be found in the U.S. now, but the whole collection is on display here.
Read Collette Dinnigan’s insider tips for visiting Sydney in Indagare Intelligence.
Australia’s best-known department store has an impressive selection of designer clothing.
The homegrown brand has parlayed a collection of superchic accessories (their tote bags are a big hit) into a hot fashion line.
This Paddington boutique features the sexy jersey day dresses that have made Edmiston Australia’s answer to Diane von Furstenberg.
An Aussie designer known for sweet, bohemian dresses. Her celebrity following includes Elle Macpherson and Sarah Wynter.
This milliner supplies the ladies of Sydney with hats for every occasion, whether it’s a pinwheel for the horse races (an Australian society tradition) or a fancy wedding.
The Italian-born designer launched this feminine line in 1995 to great acclaim. Women love the femininity and sensuality of the clothes, especially his great line of cocktail dresses and tops, which are embellished with flourishes like beading and ruffles.
Owner Eva Galambos is forever globe-trotting to discover party frocks and fashion-forward labels for her stylish clientele. Along with international designers like Vivienne Westwood and AF Vandervorst, local talent such as Tina Kalivas, Josh Goot and camilla & marc are represented.
A cutting-edge boutique stocking Belgian designers Dries Van Noten and Bernhard Willhelm, among others.
This label has had an enormous influence on Australian women’s style—every fashion-forward girl in Melbourne and Sydney owns at least a few pieces by the designers, be it their soft, flattering knits or slinky day-to-evening dresses. The line is hard to find overseas, so stock up while you’re here.
This boutique offers a funky mix of local designers like Alice McCall and Marnie Skillings.
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