We love an ‘add to cart’ moment, but nothing beats the experience of getting out and about and shopping IRL. There’s much pleasure to be had in running your hands over that gorgeous throw you’ve been eyeing off, hopping into a change room to make sure a top fits just right, or smell-sampling a row of artisan candles to find your match.
And in the Shire, there are so many beautiful boutique shops in which to do so. From fashion to homewares and everything in between, a wander through any of these stores will prove the perfect way to while away a day. Clear some space in your wardrobe and home; this is a shopaholic’s guide to 10 of the best boutique shops in the Sutherland Shire.
We Are Mindful
As you may have guessed, ‘conscious’ is the name of the game at this store in Cronulla. Since its conception in 2018, We Are Mindful has been sharing a collection of wellness, fashion and lifestyle creations from small brands who share founder Kathryn Batty’s passion for community and sustainability. Expect to find beautiful pieces designed to bring joy to the everyday; from perfume and incense, to cookbooks, ceramics and womens’, mens’ and childrens’ clothing.
95 Cronulla Street, Cronulla
Roar
Toting a curation of Australia’s best fashion brands from Camilla and Marc to Bec & Bridge – as well as a few guest internationals – Roar is a two-level bricks and mortar store in Cronulla that has a focus on fashion and accessories, with some gorgeous homewares and wellness products thrown in for good measure. The team behind this boutique recommend meeting some friends for a quick dip then stopping by for some retail therapy – and we completely endorse this.
2/15 Surf Road, Cronulla
Girl Meraki
Girl Meraki holds an ever-rotating selection of artisan, soulful pieces for the home. The dream of Paige and Maria, a mother and daughter duo behind the store, is for customers to find pieces that will last a lifetime, and they have made it their business to seek creations from designers and makers whose quality and ethics they trust. With a collection that ranges from gifting to lighting, furniture, linen and items to add that finishing touch, you’ll be challenged to leave with just one thing.
45 Wills Road, Woolooware
Hutwoods
The power of a beautiful scent cannot go underestimated. It’s what you come home to, the first thing your guests will be hit with, and, eventually, the evoker of a memory. Locally designed and made since 2013, Hutwood candles have become a favourite for many, and incidentally you’ll find their wood-wick candles, reed diffusers, and bath and body products in countless homes. While you can order online, we highly recommend seeking out your signature scent in store for an experience like no other.
91 Parraweena Road, Caringbah
Home In August
Home in August is nestled in the picturesque suburb of Woolooware, offering a curated selection of fashion, accessories, and homewares with a chic, boho feel. New arrivals drop weekly, so there’s always something new to discover. Located directly across from Girl Meraki, make the most of your shopping trip by exploring both stores and end at the Playground Cafe for a well deserved coffee break!
36 Wills Road, Woolooware
Pago & Co
Pago & Co is a gifting wonderland that caters to just about every taste. Built upon a desire to provide premium gifting options, their products encompass a huge range of categories including gourmet food, stylish books, pets, children, bath and body, and wine – to name just a few. If you are seeking a custom present for a loved one, or you’re wanting to indulge in a little self-care, a visit to this expansive warehouse is just the ticket.
2/91 Parraweena Road, Caringbah.
Raw Edge Boutique
Have an event coming up? Wardrobe begging for a seasonal update? Just looking to satisfy the shopaholic in you? Raw Edge Boutique is the remedy. Founded and operated by a young Shire local Elysha, with a background in fashion design, you’ll find a range of style-forward choices, from must-have staples to unique, event-worthy picks from noteworthy brands. Hot tip: Ideally located next to the dreamy Oli’s Cafe, arrive hungry and treat yourself to brunch or lunch post-shop!
Shop 3, 97-103 Miranda Road, Miranda
The Studio by Savannah Interiors
Brought to you by interior designers Heather and Sharon, The Studio by Savannah Interiors showcases the best in stylish, sophisticated and chic pieces for the home. Specialising in earthy, neautal tones from some of the most beautiful brands around, die-hard design fans will be right at home here. Grab a coffee and relaxed breakkie from foodie-favourite The Boatshed, then wander through.
Studio One at The Boatshed, 131 Prince Edward Park Road, Woronora
Botanica Lane
Green thumbs and plant parents, get excited. This family-owned business brings a wealth of knowledge, a huge range of homewares, and more indoor plants than you can shake a stick at all under one roof. Sourced from specialists all over Australia, you can leave this bright and airy warehouse knowing that your new leafy companion is of the highest quality and, with your dedication, will absolutely thrive in its new home. Oh – and when you’ve finished browsing, pop next door to Pan & Stone cafe for a coffee.
29 Marshall Road, Kirrawee
Riverfolk
Ethical and sustainable pieces find themselves at home in Riverfolk, a boutique store in the heart of Kirrawee’s shopping precinct. Spanning womens’ and kids’ apparel, lifestyle and wellness products, vinyl, stationery and decor, this is a one-stop shop, with a vintage feel, for those with an appreciation for life’s finer things and attention to detail.
141a Oak Road, Kirrawee
