The Best Clothing Stores in Canberra For a Fresh 'Fit
In need of a wardrobe refresh? These are the best clothing stores in Canberra to hit up.
Sydney and Melbourne might be well-known as premium shopping destinations in Australia, but the nation’s capital should be on your retail radar. Across Canberra, fantastic boutiques stock everything from designer fashion labels to pre-loved wares, plus shoes, bags, accessories and jewellery from local and international brands.
If you’re venturing to the city for a shopping weekend, or need a wardrobe refresh, these are the best clothing stores in Canberra to visit.
Hunter & Siren
If chic and timeless designs and outfits that stand out from the crowd are your style repertoire, you'll need to visit Hunter & Siren, ASAP - this high-end boutique is a shopaholic's dream. Browse through the beautifully curated ranges of clothing and accessories from renowned brands such as Lana Wilkinson, Odd Muse, Effie Kats and Isabelle Quinn.
You'll never want to leave the gorgeous space, where the welcoming staff and elevated shopping experience make it nearly impossible to leave without a new item in your wardrobe.
Level 1, 5 Garema Place, Canberra
Ted & Olive
It's always lovely when the heavy work of curation has been done for you. Stepping into Ted & Olive can, more often than not, prove dangerous as every item on their racks is a dream.
Quality is key so you can expect some of the finest labels in Australia, from Auguste the Label to ENA PELLY, as well as international labels like Hansel & Gretel. You've been warned, however, as we can guarantee you'll find leaving this store empty-handed a little tricky.
Shop 2/22 Jardine Street, Kingston
Canberra Centre
Sometimes you need to spend a few solo hours in a shopping centre, bouncing from store to store at your leisure, trying the latest arrivals from the most stylish brands in Australia. The Canberra Centre is the largest in the city for a spot of shopping, home to big-name brands like Oroton, Sass and Bide, Aje and Cue.
This is also where you will find David Jones and Myer department stores, so if there's a specific brand you are looking for, chances are you'll find it at the Canberra Centre.
148 Bunda Street, Canberra
Derek Kollective
Situated in the hip Ori Building on Lonsdale Street, Derek Kollective is a love letter to all things colourful. Collected from a diverse mix of labels, the clothes are bright, fun, fresh – and affordable.
To complete your new outfit, Derek Kollective also stocks shoes, bags, jewellery and other accessories, and has recently expanded into homewares if you want to deck out your home, too. We love a one-stop shop!
Shop 56/30 Lonsdale Street, Braddon
GOODBYES
If you get a thrill out of hunting for treasures, Braddon’s best second-hand boutique is the place to go. GOODBYES only stocks quality vintage and pre-loved clothing, accessories and footwear, along with an impressive range of designer threads, so you can pretty much be guaranteed you’ll come across a beautiful and unique find.
Plus, if you’ve got clothes you no longer wear, GOODBYES offers a consignment service where they’ll sell them on your behalf. Recycling never looked so stylish!
G17/27 Lonsdale Street, Braddon
Honeysuckle and Lace
Honeysuckle and Lace is a long-time southside favourite, located at the Kingston shops. As soon as you step inside, you know you’ve come to one of the best clothing stores in Canberra: the interior is thoughtfully designed, the racks are elegantly curated and the collection of labels is nothing short of impressive.
Honeysuckle and Lace stocks brands from Australia and the world, including Pom Amsterdam, Magnolia Pearl Clothing, Alquema and Mes Demoiselles Paris.
39 Jardine Street, Kingston
Designer Op Shop Emporium
Designer Op Shop Emporium is exactly as it sounds: a market bringing together a mix of sellers peddling second-hand designer goods. If you love vintage fashion, you’ll be in heaven here.
Browse the stunning pieces collected over decades and an incredible collection of pre-loved designer clothing, shoes, bags and jewellery. Afterwards, stop by the emporium’s café for a well-earned coffee and cake.
1 Lyell Street, Fyshwick
Momento Dezigns
Located in leafy Manuka, Momento Dezigns is one of Canberra’s best and most well-loved fashion boutiques. The store offers clothing, shoes, accessories and bags from the best Australian and international designers, including Camilla & Marc, Keepsake, KITX, Bec & Bridge, P.E Nation, Rebecca Vallance, Alex Perry and Ginger & Smart.
The attentive and welcoming staff offer personal styling and sizing advice, and the range is available online if you can't make it in-store.
Shop 4, Manuka Court, 17 Bougainville Street, Griffith
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