Unwrapped: Shelf/Life
The Shelf/Life boutique is a dust free glory box of premium products with an endless shelf life. Environmentally responsible and ethically produced where possible, their conscious collection of products spans ceramics, stationary, books and gifts.
Hannah McNicol
Sydney designer Hannah McNicol has opened her first boutique in the heart of Paddington, stocking her women's collection, as well as her most coveted accessories labels from Europe.
Behind the Label:
PELLE
Like some kind of dream shoe store, Monica Schnieper's store Pelle has something to satiate the secret Imelda lurking somewhere deep inside of you.
Behind the Label:
FARAGE
It all began with a dynamic duo and the creation of a quality Egyptian cotton shirt, and now it’s a renowned Australian fashion label with five retail stores, a boutique factory in Sydney and over 50 staff beneath its sassy belt.
Sury Hills Guide in In Style Magazine!
Inside the March issue of In Style Magazine you will find a free copy of the Urban Walkabout Surry Hills/Darlinghurst guide.
Unwrapped: duckeggBLUE
Old-fashioned French lace, celebrity-style high-waisted jeans, glorious European scents – there's little not to like at cult boutique duckeggBLUE.
Saint Augustine Academy
Local menswear designer label Saint Augustine Academy has thrown open the doors of it's very first flagship store located at 642 Bourke St.
In Focus:
FUNK SYDNEY
Fans of Spain's cult label Skunkfunk no longer have to stock up on the colourful, utilitarian urban wear every time they go on holiday to Europe.
Chanel, Dior, YSL, Gucci,
Valentino, Chloe....
A rare collection of mainly French and Italian ready-to-wear vintage fashion has arrived in store at The Vintage Clothing Shop (Shop 7, St James Arc, 80 Castlereagh St. T: 9238 0090).
Behind the Label:
MOKU
After spending years fawning over the smart creations of Kiwi fashion veterans such as Karen Walker and Kate Sylvester, we’re ready for a fresh crop of sartorial talent from our Antipodean cousin.
Urban Walkabout Shopping Tours
Fashion and design lovers of all ages can now experience the best of Sydney shopping with the launch of the Urban Walkabout Tours.
MACLEAY ST BISTRO
Since the early eighties Macleays St Bistro has epitomised the finest local cuisine in the Eastern Suburbs. Current owner Carol Becka took over in 1995. Unassuming and with a dedicated small team in the kitchen and a vibrant knowledgeable floor staff, the bistro continues to offer classic French cuisine whilst engaging modern contemporary Australian dishes. Daily specials including classics such as steak tartare, double baked chease soufflé are juxtaposed with modern fare such as smoked eel pate and seared bing fish with fennel and citrus salad. Once a strictly BYO restaurant, the bistro now offers as well a tight but intriguing wine list featuring local and international wines – 14 by the glass- as well as a selection of boutique beers. Don’t miss out on the Sunday Roast! Walk ins are welcome. Bookings essential on weekends.
Unwrapped:
KATE SYLVESTER
Pairing utility with ingenuity, designer Kate Sylvester does it cute. The new Oxford Street flagship store is blushed and full of summer flirt. Organic patterns dance with crisp cotton tailoring for the everyday safari, while for night bold colour and relaxed silhouettes come out to play.
in focus: DOBRY DEN
Nicole and Keira, the ladies behind DOBRY DEN (Surry Hills) frequently make the trans-continental quest to deliver us with the finest global wares. Their latest love: April77- a French label that ‘makes clothes you can listen to (or is it tunes you can wear?)’...
TUCHUZY
Now in it's twelfth year, TUCHUZY has maintained its cult following among style mavens, visiting celebrities and serious shoppers by keeping a constant finger on the pulse.
CLOSE UP WITH HAMISH GLIANOS
Internationally revered hairdresser, Hamish Glianos, started his career young and on rocky ground.
MAHOGANY HAIRDRESSING
91-93 Macleay Street, Potts Point
Spread the Love
Luscious red raspberry velvet cupcakes with decadent cream cheese frosting...How can you resist treating yourself to this Valentine’s Day gift?
WATCH: Urban Walkabout on TV (The Great Outdoors)
Jennifer Hawkins goes on an Urban Walkabout Fashion Secrets Tour and discovers lots of exciting hidden gems, unique one-off pieces and more while being pampered with sparkling and nibbles in Paddington, Sydney (COURTESY OF THE GREAT OUTDOORS, CHANNEL 7).
BODEGA ARGENTINEAN DINER
Taste the most delicious Argentinean home-cooking dishes in Sydney... don't miss the "churros with dulce the leche" for dessert.
What's On
Velero
The Tuesday Inquisition: Every Tuesday lunch & dinner, share any two tapas & paella with a Quilmes beer or glass of Spanish wine for $38 per person.