A Hit List Of Byron Bay Shops - Australian Traveller

Embrace the whimsical aesthetic of Byron Bay and the fashion icons that were born there by foraging for treasures at the best Byron Bay shops.

When planning a trip to Byron Bay, it never used to be about the shopping. The beaches, the rivers, the surf, the nature, the beautiful walks and the waterfalls of Bundjalung Country in the Northern Rivers of NSW were always the greater appeal. But, things have changed. Shopping in Byron has started to stand up on its own.

There are so many locally grown brands (that have always been there) and other Australian newcomers that have made Byron Bay their home. From clothes to furniture, op-shop goods to surfboards, homewares and flowers, there’s something for everyone. So, we’ve collated a selection of the best shopping areas in Byron and surrounds, just to get you started…

Shops in Byron Bay town

1. Rowie The Label

Founded by local Rowie Moore, this namesake brand is a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike. Rowie started selling her handmade pieces at the markets over 20 years ago; she now has two stand-alone stores in the Northern Rivers, one in Byron and one in Bangalow. The Rowie aesthetic pays homage to the effortless style of coastal towns, featuring premium fabrics and sustainable, natural materials.

Clothes and cactus inside Rowie The Label store in Byron Bay — Rowie is a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike.

Address: 1 Marvel Street, Byron Bay NSW

2. Nagnata

Nagnata’s fresh new store in the new Jonson Lane Precinct of Byron Bay should not be missed. Nagnata is the collaborative creation of sister design duo Laura May and Hannah Gibbs, and this is the place for contemporary movement knitwear that’s perfect for the studio-to-street style.

Address: 2/139 Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW

3. Spell

Spell is one of the most iconic shops in all of Byron Bay. The Australian lifestyle brand is all about the Bohemian vibes and creates ready-to-wear pieces designed to instil a sense of joy, beauty and individuality. Created by sisters Elizabeth and Isabella, Spell’s designs are feminine and full of colour, lace and florals.

a wide variety of clothes displayed inside Spell Shop, Byron Bay — There is so much to choose from at Spell.

Address: 15 Browning Street, Byron Bay NSW

4. Auguste the Label

Auguste is an Australian lifestyle brand that takes inspiration from its favourite eras of fashion. Think 70s prints, 80s details and 90s silhouettes, incorporating nostalgia and a love for all things retro to create future vintage pieces. Founded by Ebony Eagles in 2015, Auguste uses consciously sourced natural fibres to create timeless products that pay homage to femininity.

Address: 7/15-19 Fletcher Street, Byron Bay NSW

5. Mister Zimi

A mainstay in Byron (and beyond) for many years, Mister Zimi is the place to go if you are wanting a big burst of unapologetically bright and bold colour in your wardrobe. Owners Jimi and Zoe Paul take inspiration from 70s style silhouettes, capturing the spirit of holiday relaxation through their flattering and fun designs.

Pink interiors and clothes of Mister Zimi in Byron Bay — This is the place to go if you are wanting a burst bold colour. (Image: Gemmola)

Address: 5/85-87 Jonson Street, Byron Bay NSW

Other stores to keep an eye out for: Afends (also in Brunswick Heads), Arnhem Clothing, Small Wonder, The Book Room (for one of the best bookstores ever), Venroy and more.

Shops in the Habitat Precinct

The Habitat Precinct is a carefully curated selection of flagship stores, small boutiques and fashion labels in the Byron Art and Industry Estate. It’s also home to the Habitat Collective, their very own concept store – an emporium of beautiful things, showcasing the best of Byron’s local independent brands featuring homewares, clothing and beauty.

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6. For Artists Only

This is a go-to destination for the very best Australian and International designer labels. For Artists Only has a consistently impressive curation of amazing clothes, shoes, jewellery and accessories. You will find Australian brands such as Harris Tapper, Isabel Marant, Atlas, Made Worn, Rains, Outland Denim and more.

7. Habitat Collective

An emporium of beautiful things, Habitat Collective is in the heart of the Habitat precinct and showcases the best local independent labels, designers and artisans from around the hinterland. Think brands like Hanging Chairs, Dharma Door, Zaza Culture, Melissa Lellouche, Caddis Eye Appliances and SVF Collection.

a variety of handcrafted items at Habitat Collective — Habitat Collective features a wide range of handcrafted items.

8. Abysse

If you’re in Byron, chances are you’ll be hitting up one of the town’s beautiful beaches. Do so in style by nabbing a swimsuit from Abysse. Not only are all the pieces well-designed and stylish, but sustainable as well. Whether you’re after a cute bikini or a full wetsuit, you’re sure to find something here.

9. MCM House

Founded in 2005, MCM House is all about classic contemporary design at an affordable price. Shop locally and internationally designed furniture, lighting, textiles, rugs, decor and curated art, all with a focus on natural materials. If you’ve recently bought a home in the area or are simply visiting on holiday, the MCM House showroom at the Habitat Precinct offers the perfect beach-boho inspiration board.

Other stores to keep an eye out for in the Habitat Precinct: Arcaa, Fae, Department of Simple Things, One Teaspoon and Beautiflora, just to name a few.

Shops in the Byron Arts & Industry Estate

The Byron Arts and Industry Estate is a must-visit. Just a few minutes outside of town, it is filled with lots of hidden gems such as an amazing yoga studio (hello, Creature Yoga), fashion boutiques, cafes, restaurants, wellness spaces, and art galleries.

10. Tigmi Trading

Tigmi Trading showroom in the Arts and Industry Estate is a beautiful space. Home to a timeless collection of handmade artisan rugs, iconic vintage furniture, textiles and other artisanal objects for the modern home, founder Danielle McEwan has immaculate taste and has curated the very best of all these things. Tigmi’s timeless collections explore the intrinsic connection between quality, craftsmanship and sustainability.

Welcome desk at Tigmi in Byron Bay — Soak in the warm welcome at Tigmi.

11. JPN NATIONAL

JPN NATIONAL is a premium Australian brand founded by artist Marty Baptist with its heritage in art and skateboarding. The gallery and concept store celebrates both elements. You will find Baptist’s art and apparel on offer; his work combines a personal form of existentialism with raw expressionist symbolism. A lifetime lived and experienced deep within skateboard and street culture has led to the development of an authentic and unique offering.

12. Zulu & Zephyr

At Zulu & Zephyr, another much-loved local Byron Bay lifestyle brand founded by sisters, you will find beautiful swimwear and apparel in its gorgeous flagship store. Creators Candice and Karla Rose are also committed to transparency around the brand’s sustainability journey and roadmap. Shops the brand’s gorgeous dresses, tops, skirts, shoes and more to walk Byron’s streets in true, luxe style.

clothing rack at Zulu & Zephyr, Byron Bay — Explore the Zulu & Zephyr showroom.

13. St. Agni

Lara and Matt Fells are the creative duo behind this much-loved Byron Bay brand. The St. Agni store is housed in a beautiful white warehouse space tucked away in the industrial estate. At St. Agni, you will find hand-woven leather footwear, as well as functional, refined and elegant apparel in timeless silhouettes. Every garment, shoe and production process is carefully considered with sustainability and ethical responsibility in mind.

sustainable bags and shoes at St Agni Store — The products at St Agni are made from eco-friendly materials.

Others to keep an eye out for: Temple of the Sun Jewellery, Little Company, MARSH, Santos Organics, Mr Vintage, Byron Music and more.

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14. Our Corner Store, Bangalow

Bangalow is one of many charming Byron Bay hinterland towns you need to visit – and within it, you’ll find Our Corner Store, a modern take on the traditional general store. Housed in a century-old timber shop on the main street of town (that was once the local general store!), Our Corner Store offers a beautiful selection of timeless, high-quality goods that are both beautiful and part of daily life: clothes, homewares and accessories.

Our Corner Store in Bangalow, NSW — Browse the adorable knick knacks at Our Corner Store. (Image: Destination NSW)

15. Island Luxe, Bangalow

Housed in a beautiful original building in Bangalow infused with timeless beauty, the original Island Luxe store is a great spot to shop (they have an outpost in Byron Bay). Shop Island Luxe’s collection of men’s and women’s apparel, jewellery, homewares, fragrances and accessories. There is also a charming little patio area to complement this stunning textural space of white and wood.

16. Bangalow Pharmacy, Bangalow

No ordinary pharmacy, this is a long-time favourite of ours. The Bangalow Pharmacy is the most beautiful pharmacy we are yet to come across. Full of charm, it carries beautiful, boutique brands such as Aesop, Astier de Villatte, Cire Trudon, and Santa Maria Novella, as well as offering friendly service from pharmacist and owner Angela and her team (who can fill your prescription as well). Another must while in Bangalow.

17. Jenn Johnston Ceramics Studio, Mullumbimby

Mullumbimby is home to Jenn Johnston’s sun-filled home studio which is open to visitors between 9 am–3 pm from Monday to Wednesday (or other times by appointment). At the studio, you will find Jenn’s wheel-thrown and hand-built high-fired ceramic pieces that reflect her love of gardening, travel, cooking and contemporary design. Jenn also offers private classes, courses and small group workshops.

lush greenery surrounding Jenn Johnston Ceramics Studio — Jenn Johnston’s love for gardening is embodied in her studio.

18. Archer Industrial, Mullumbimby

Archer Industrial is home to handmade and carefully selected Australian-made products including furniture, ceramics, hats, jewellery, artworks, clothing and more. The Archer team work closely with artisans from around the region to deliver high-quality pieces that reflect the lifestyle they live – grounded design and timeless pieces.

Vintage, consignment and op shops in Byron Bay

There are a few wonderful op shops and consignment stores to check out in and around Byron. Here are our top three.

19. Global Ripple, Byron Bay

Global Ripple is a not-for-profit store that donates all money raised back into the community. Expect to find very high-quality donations sold at good prices at the charity shop’s new home next to Bunnings on Grevillea Street (the shop’s original premises in the Byron Art and Industry Estate burned down December 2022). This is not a church-run op shop, but a private charity that raises money for a whole host of other charities.

shoppers browsing the product displays at Global Ripple, Byron Bay — Shopping at Global Ripple is a great way to give back to the community.

20. Millar & More, Bangalow

Millar & More is a one-stop shop for luxury homewares, linen, jewellery, clothing and accessories in the heart of Bangalow. It offers a carefully curated selection of international labels that are difficult to find in Australia. Upstairs in The Attic, you will find Millar & More Preloved: a treasure trove for preloved designer clothing and accessories. This is the place to go if you have designer threads to sell or pre-loved pieces to shop for.

21. Oscar & Keane Eco Vintage Furniture, Brunswick Heads

This former petrol station is home to the family-owned Oscar & Keane Eco Vintage Furniture, where you can find a good variety of pre-loved, vintage and retro furniture at good prices. Oscar the owner is a lover of mid-century furniture and invites those who share his passion to explore his treasure trove of finds. The store is open seven days a week, from 10 am to 4 pm.

Table with Orange chairs at Oscar & Keane Eco Vintage Furniture in Byron Bay — Find pre-loved, vintage, and retro furniture at Oscar & Keane.

The Southern Highlands earns its title as Australia’s top country town in the cooler months, and it’s worth every minute of the 90-minute drive from Sydney.

Many Sydneysiders head to the Southern Highlands in spring for the tulips. It’s one of the most stunning spring carnivals in Australia. But the ones in the know come to Bowral in winter.

The first thing you notice at this time of year is the quality of the light. It catches the tangled limbs of the gums and tints the fields, farms and forests a pretty shade of Granny Smith green. And then, a world-class art museum, an impressive network of walking trails, great shops, cosy restaurants and bars and luxury accommodation take centre stage, making Bowral a place you want to linger as the mercury drops.

Just 90 minutes south of Sydney, a Bowral winter getaway is the coolcation city folk desperately need. Here are eight reasons to pack a good coat and head for the Southern Highlands.

1. Check in

aerial of Ardour Milton Park Bowral in winter — Check in to the gorgeous Ardour Milton Park Bowral. (Credit: Destination NSW)

Ardour Milton Park Bowral rises like a hologram in the hazy green light as you turn onto Horderns Road. A $10 million refurbishment of the grand 1910 estate was completed in early 2026, and the beautifully restored hotel now includes 44 guest rooms washed in sage green, cobalt blue and dusty blush. The dining room at Horderns Restaurant continues with a botanical theme – earthy banquettes, floral touches throughout – and a menu that moves with the seasons.

After enjoying slow-braised Cowra lamb and a second glass of red, move to the Polo Bar, which has a fireplace and views across the estate gardens. Build a grazing board from the dedicated Charcuterie Room and take it outside while the light lasts. If the sky clouds over, use this as your cue to enjoy a next-level spa experience at Èliva.

2. Hunt for treasure

couple exploring Dirty Janes bowral — Find vintage treasures in Dirty Janes. (Credit: Destination NSW)

Winter is the perfect season to lose an afternoon inside Dirty Janes Bowral. Over 1600 square metres of covered space houses 90 individual sellers of everything from mid-century furniture to industrial lighting, antique silverware, vintage clothing and objects whose previous lives you can only imagine. Enjoy a bit of off-the-cuff banter with your fellow fossickers in between searching for that must-have military jacket or vintage silk scarf.

Around the corner, find the Instagram-famous front door of FoundAntiques, though the real finds are deeper inside. Bring cash, wear comfortable shoes and leave some room in the boot.

3. Slow down in a beautiful gallery

kids posing with donald bradman statue in bowral's The Bradman Museum — Learn about an Aussie legend at The Bradman Museum. (Credit: Destination NSW)

Ngununggula – meaning ’belonging’ in the language of the Gundungurra First Nations people – is the region’s first dedicated regional gallery, housed inside the sustainably transformed old dairy building at historic Retford Park. The onsite White Cottage Gallery and restored grounds of the former Fairfax estate reward a slow wander. Find a spot to sit in the courtyard filled with rivulets of winter light and enjoy the plaintive call of a currawong carrying across the heritage-listed grounds. It’s one of the best things to do in Bowral.

Add Bowral Honey Farm for a hands-on harvest experience, then continue into town to the Milk Factory Gallery to admire eclectic works by local artists in a converted industrial space. The Bradman Museum also knocks it out of the park. Australia’s largest dedicated cricket museum sits beside the heritage-listed Bradman Oval, where a young Sir Donald Bradman first picked up a bat.

4. A taste of France

table spread at Lucette bowral — Enjoy a taste of France at Lucette.

For a taste of France without the airfare, husband-and-wife team Julien and Romy Besnard – of long-loved Franquette Crêperie – have opened Lucette, a French cafe-bistro with Paris-born chef Guillaume Dubois at the helm. Dubois brings serious pedigree from Michelin-starred kitchens in France and Sydney’s former two-hatted Monopole, and it shows. Start your day with pastries for breakfast and bookend it with boeuf bourguignon for dinner. The chocolate mousse, freckled with Guerande Salt, is the kind of dish that will make you feel smug about the decision to drive south. Join the Sydneysiders dressed in charcoal coats, boots and black tights who’ve already worked this out; the whole scene is worthy of splicing it into an Instagram reel.

Francophiles should also be across Julien’s Bowral Brasserie – led by Frenchman Julien Viel, who also found his way to the Southern Highlands and stayed.

5. Indulge in a tipple

Centennial Vineyards bowral in winter — Spend time amongst the local vines. (Credit: Destination NSW)

The drive to Centennial Vineyards passes through a beautiful woodland idyll, the countryside a fuzz of green all around. Inside the Barrel Room, a tasting flight of cool-climate pinot noir, chardonnay and reserve shiraz viognier flaunts how well the Southern Highlands does winter.

This is a region that takes its cool-climate wines seriously, and the pinot noir is one of the stars – a gentle, easy-drinking style with red cherry aromas. Follow your tutored cellar door tasting with another glass of wine in the Terrace Bar, which overlooks the vineyard and manicured grounds.

6. Blend your own gin

Millsheds Distillery & Bar is somewhat of a local secret. The award-winning small-batch operation produces gin, vodka and liqueurs using Australian botanicals and has picked up silver medals at both the London Spirits Competition and International Wine & Spirit Competition. Beyond the tasting paddle, the hands-on blending masterclass – where you design and leave with two bottles of your own custom gin – is the experience to book, while the terrace bar that wraps around the courtyard is a fine place to settle in afterwards.

7. Go for a walk at dawn

Switch your phone off sleep mode and set your alarm to early. Mt Gibraltar rises to 864 metres just east of Bowral’s main street and offers the best views in town. You will pass a raggle-taggle bunch of hikers on the way up to the summit, all making the same quiet pilgrimage into the crisp high-altitude air. On a clear morning, the bony ridges of the ranges come into sharp relief against the light. The return loop takes roughly 90 minutes. A flat white in Bowral tastes considerably better after completing one of the scenic walking trails.

8. Cosy up by the fireplace

A cosy bar is the perfect complement to winter in Bowral, and there are a few worth committing to. Aspinalls Whisky Bar & Lounge at the Berida Hotel is built for long, languorous evenings. Take a seat beside the fireplace laden with gnarled logs and work your way through a few whiskies and bar bites like Rangers Valley beef tartare, or salt cod and potato croquettes.

At Hickory’s within Peppers Craigieburn, well-dressed waiters in denim and leather move quietly between tables, and the cosy fireplace in the adjoining guest lounge attracts an Escape to the Country crowd.

Start planning your Bowral escape at visitsouthernhighlands.com.au.