10 Awesome Independent Stores in Melbourne, Australia

Third Drawer Down is a design studio, wholesaler and store. Its flagship shop in Fitzroy acts as their interpretation of a traditional museum or gallery store. Stocking products from Melbourne, Australia and worldwide, the team at Third Drawer Down are dedicated to finding unique objects. This includes homewares, limited-edition tea towels, accessories, books and novelty products. Since 2003, Third Drawer Down has collaborated with more than 200 international artists. Stop by to find a gift for the person who has it all.

For the perfect Melbourne souvenir, you must visit Melbournalia. The independent store opened in 2013 and stocks a range of products from the best Melbourne designers. Most goods are made in the city as well. The range at Melbournalia includes prints, books, maps, apparel, fashion accessories and homewares. You could take home unique souvenirs like boomerang earrings, a tram pendant and Melbourne suburb cufflinks.

Perfect Splash is an independent boutique owned by sisters, Annabelle and Alana. The duo specialise in locally made products, such as clothing, ceramics, jewellery, candles, publications, and local band tapes and records. A lot of the clothing pieces stocked at Perfect Splash are made in very small runs as well. The sisters also prefer clothing made from natural fibres and upcycled materials, like pieces from their own clothing line, Paradise Structures.

Madam Virtue & Co is an independent shop with a difference. The luxury consignment store specialises in buying and selling pre-loved designer clothing and accessories. Some of the pieces available at Madam Virtue & Co include Louis Vuitton handbags, Christian Dior necklaces, and Chanel and Prada clothing. If you love high-end vintage, head to Madam Virtue & Co.

Design A Space was established in 2006, as a retail space where independent Australian designers could showcase their wares in an artistic shopping environment. Design A Space supports over 100 designers, which rotate monthly and focus on men, women and children’s clothing and accessories. Many designers choose to display limited edition pieces not available anywhere else either. Design A Space is committed to providing Melbourne locals with the best offerings in Australian independent fashion at its three locations.