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Designers Penny and Simon Barnes have extended their family's Carlton North home for added space, character, and energy efficiency. A 1960s-inspired party house, complete with velvet upholstery, lush indoor plants, and bold colour. Stylist Bea Lambos of Bea + Co has turned her Melbourne house into a home with gorgeous art and colour. A quirky collection of modern sculpture lies within this Sydney terrace, renovated by owners Pablo Albani and Ben Barratt-Boyes. How interior decorator Alyssa Owens made her Northcote terrace a stylish yet highly liveable family home.
That was 16 years ago now…and since then, I’ve continued this wonderful adventure, surrounded by loveable old clothes and a great team of people. Then when I got a car I would go to luxury second hand melbourne trash and treasure markets, record swap meets and garage sales every weekend. One jacket I got from a swap meet 29 years ago, I still wear regularly, and I always get compliments!
Vogue’s guide to the best vintage stores in Melbourne is part of our directory of the very best vintage around the world, curated by editors from all over. Whether you’re traveling and searching for some superb stores to visit on your trip or are curious about your local vintage treasure chests, Vogue’s directory has you covered. Sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann founded their namesake brand in Sydney in 1991, soon becoming an Australian icon. Fusing ready-to-wear fashion with swimwear and resort, each collection is beautifully feminine, intricately detailed and sweetly sophisticated with a passion and love for colours and print.
No list of vintage furniture sellers and shops would be complete without a mention of Curated Spaces. CIBI is a special concept store and cafe close to TDF’s heart, that brings together the pillars of ‘design, food and space’. Modern Times is one of those stores that offers a bit of everything. We aim to deliver a stylish and current collection of men's and women's apparel. We always stock a large range of iconic vintage designer brands including Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Levis, Lee, Wrangler, Guess, Carharrt, Dickies, Reebok, Adidas, Nike, Kappa, Fila and Diesel. With everything from jeans, corduroy pants, jackets, bags, belts, hats, earrings, shirts for both men and women, jackets for guys and girls, shorts, vintage work wear, party tops, festival wear, vests etc.
To solve her own problem, Romy opened her own curated vintage store, REINA in 2019. The store is in-person only, without an online store, not trying to compete with other vintage e-tailers out there. During that time, I co-wrote a book called The Treasure Hunters Guide, which had maps and reviews of over 300 op shops in Melbourne. It turned out to be quite a success and I was lucky enough to spend a few months in Sydney, researching and writing an NSW version. The two Posh Opp Shoppe locations are treasure troves of vintage designer clothing, toys, jewelry, and furniture– all of a high quality. Feel good about your purchases knowing your money is going to JCAS, which helps kids with disabilities attend day schools.
“Green and white stripes play an important part in the House of Carven. Anything you purchase there—whether it be a bottle of her heavenly perfume, ‘Ma Griffe,’ or whether it be a frock or an accessory—all are wrapped in green and white striped wrappings. At Sheila Vintage, you'll find clothes, shoes and accessories from the '50s, through to the '90s. One of her recent projects highlighted Rachel’s reputation as a Melbourne kitchen designer of note. Exclusive articles, hidden secrets, and unique tips delivered to your inbox.
Leonard Joel presents fine European and Australian interiors in curated collections. Leonard Joel’s Art Department offers expertise and extensive market knowledge in traditional, modern, international and contemporary art. Leonard Joel offers specialist experience and regular, curated auctions across a diverse range of categories. If vintage is your jam, pick through the racks of old-school thrift-store finds at American Rag. The store sources its garments from the US, so you just might uncover a Brooklyn flea market find in your own backyard. The stock is refreshed every week, so there's always something new.
Forever encapsulating a vibrant and bespoke bohemian lifestyle, Camilla finds inspiration for her collections through the art of travel. Immersing herself into worlds unknown, each Camilla piece is hand-cut, with signature prints and beading, meticulous placement detail and artisan craftsmanship. You'll recognise the Camilla woman a mile away in a fluid, breezy silhouette that plays with colour and patterns. Inspired by the internet and queer codes, Higgins' pieces are a form of visual poetry. Brandished across lycra bike shorts and one-sleeved tops are sunsets, horizontal lines and cyber-font text in varying sizes. If there's one thing you need to know about Alix Higgins, it's that the label should rise to the top of your list of Australian fashion designers to know.
Melbourne, known for its eclectic style and vibrant culture, boasts a treasure trove of vintage boutiques that cater to the sartorially inclined. If you’re yearning for the unique, timeless finds as well as being environmentally conscious, we’ve put together a list of boutiques where you’ll find the best vintage clothing in Melbourne. Before donating your designer clothes, make sure they are in good condition and clean.
You only have to look at the city's Fashion Week to see the eclectic and grungy take on clothing there. A lovely unique piece in excellent condition with 14 seed pearls and 2 larger pearls. The home sits opposite Wesley Place, an inviting patch of green in the city landscape featuring two trees listed on the “exceptional tree” register, including one of Australia’s oldest olive trees. It’s also home to Caretaker’s Cottage, named the best bar in Australasia in last year’s World’s 50 Best Bars list.