Although Auburn is a bit of a drive out of the city (under an hour on a good day) but Arzum is open from eight in the morning to 11 at night every day of the week, so there is no excuse for not paying a visit. In the middle of this multicultural melting pot, Arzum is a find, a fully-stocked Turkish grocer selling everything you would expect: vine leaves, spices, bread, goat's cheese and lots of eggplant.
Hardcore punk music for the predominantly skater clientele is on sale at Resist Records. As well as being a retail shop, Resist is also a hardcore punk recording label. The store stocks band music from Australia and overseas and a good selection of magazines to match. The store also has a skate section for all your skateboard needs. Staff are well-informed and able to advise you on all your purchases.
Whether it is a long day in office or an evening dinner date, deck up yourself in clothing from the St Frock. This small boutique store located along Union Street is a unique experience for women’s shopping. Their line of dresses, blouses, work pants in pastel shades and soft silhouettes will add a chic factor to any outfit. They also have a line of evening dresses, sweaters, scarves, stylish sequins tops, and so much more. Besides clothing, they also have their a range of accessories.
If you are planning to propose to your lady love, what better way than doing it with vintage and antique weddings rings available at the Chilton's Antiques. This boutique store has created some of the best original and superior quality wedding jewellery and accessories that will surely make any women say yes immediately! Besides the rings, this store houses a variety of antique necklaces and even home decor artifacts that make a great gift for house warming parties and beautify your home. So head to this store in case you are looking for a classy and elegant piece for yourself or as a gift.
Infamously renamed “Double Pay”, this is a haven for designer label junkies, so if your credit card is not up to it, it may be safer to stick to window-shopping or people watching from one of the pavement-side cafes. Popular with the rich and famous and clearly influenced by trends from Europe, the smart boutiques that line the streets sell everything from clothes and shoes, to unique gifts and home wares. Some of Australia's top fashion designers are represented here, either in their own outlets or in one-off boutiques stocking the latest and greatest. As well as fashions, there are several delicatessens selling gourmet food products, such as cheeses, pastries, and chocolates and a supermarket for the basic essentials. There are also bars, pubs, a nightclub, a cinema and plenty of restaurants and cafes.