Caughley
57 Ghuznee Street, Te Aro
Fashion, Shops
With an online store under development and the promise of a constant collation of fresh brands, Caughley ought to keep Wellingtonians individualistic fashion sense satisfied.
Kowtow
29 College Street, Te Aro, Wellington
Fashion, Shops
Kowtow inspires shoppers to think a little more before handing over their credit card.
Precinct 35
35 Ghuznee Street, Te Aro
Home, Shops
Precinct 35 is great for a wander at will if you’re in the market for a custom Weetbix bowl or a copy of the Monocle Guide to Better Living, with a coffee courtesy of adjacent café Milk Crate.
Twenty Seven Names
152 Vivian Street, Te Aro
Fashion, Shops
A unique to Wellington’s offering of New Zealand boutique designer fashion is Twenty Seven Names, with the first store of designers Rachel Easting and Anjali Stewart open on Vivian Street.
Aro Video
97 Aro Street, Aro Valley
Stocking an eclectic selection of quality films for hire, Aro Video offers just an inkling of hope that the Internet hasn’t killed the DVD, yet.
Bicycle Junction
1 Marion Street, Te Aro
Catching on to the retro cycles trend, the clever people behind Bicycle Junction's new neighbourhood bikery, describe themselves as “Urban Specialists”.
Deadly Ponies
28 Ghuznee Street, Te Aro
Deadly Ponies have delivered collection after collection of iconic leather goods, each with its own personality.
Dr Morse Tattoo Studio
1st Floor, James Smith Building, Corner Cuba & Manners Streets, Te Aro
Far from your regular tattoo studio, Dr Morse is well worth seeking out.
Emporium
103A Cuba Street, Te Aro
Their impressive array of authentic street styles, from original high fashion brands like Chanel to Nike, are unique and individual meaning you're bound to find a treasure.
ENA
30 Ghuznee Street, Te Aro
Supporting local design by providing a platform for artists to exhibit their work next to emerging and established international brands.
Good Housekeeping
287 Cuba Street, Wellington
An eco-friendly and DIY shop by the owners of The Powder Room.
Goodness
19 College Street, Te Aro
Starting out in Petone some 13 years ago, Goodness is no stranger to the Wellington fashion scene, and their more recent inner city store on College Street has enjoyed a very enthusiastic reception from city dwellers.
Iko Iko
118 Cuba Mall, Te Aro
The home of all things fun and fancy free, Iko Iko will treat you to something just a little different.
Lonely
104 Victoria Street, Te Aro
A destination in itself.
Madame Fancy Pants
225 Cuba Street, Te Aro
The place to go if you're after a swish party frock, a present for a friend or something nice for yourself.
Natty
476 Adelaide Road, Berhampore
Part studio, part shop, this sweet space in the middle of Beramphore has come a long way from its previous life as a butchery.
Pegasus Books
Cuba Mall 204/Left Bank, Te Aro
Pegasus truly is a bibliophile’s delight.
QUOIL
149 Willis Street, Te Aro
A jewellery gallery specialising in contemporary pieces.
RUBY
Old Bank Arcade 233-237 Lambton Quay
A New Zealand favourite brand is well at home in Old Bank Arcade.
Scout
26 Egmont Street, Te Aro
Nestled in the depths of Egmont Street you’ll come across Scout, a boutique hairdresser with a lot of heart and soul.
Smack Bang
17 Tory Street, Te Aro
A real eye for detail and a love of interiors mean Smack Bang is nothing short of stunning.
Spring Spa
108 Tory Street, Te Aro
Putting a fresh spin on relaxation in the heart of the CBD.
Sustainability Trust
2 Forresters Lane, Te Aro
An organisation with a big heart, working for a greener city and a fairer community.
The Axe
193 Adelaide Road, Newtown
A beautifully curated furniture and homeware store with a twist.
The Neighbourhood Studio
28/369 Adelaide Road, Newtown
A community screen printing studio dedicated to providing affordable access to screen printing equipment, materials and education.
Union Tattoo
311 Willis Street, Te Aro
Covering a variety of tattoo styles, including fine line and delicate works, the team at Union Tattoo liaise closely with clients from paper to skin.
Untouched World
45 Willis Street
If there’s one clothing store that really understands sustainability, it’s Untouched World. The first and only lifestyle fashion company in the world to be recognised by the United Nations for sustainability, Untouched World gets things right from the get-go.
Urban Yoga
160 Willis Street, Te Aro
Elevated above the hustle and bustle of Willis Street, you'll find an inner city sanctuary.
Wanda Harland
126 Wakefield Street, Wellington
If the clothes in your wardrobe are looking a little dull, a trip to Wanda Harland is in order.
Wellington Apothecary
110 a Cuba Street
Find a complete range of botanical tonics, teas and skincare, all handmade in small batches at this local apothecary.
Yoyo
The Woolstore Design Centre, 262 Thorndon Quay, Ground Floor, Pipitea
Yoyo celebrates the creative talent of New Zealand designers in furniture, homeware and lighting.
Ziggurat Fashion Exchange
144 Cuba Street, Te Aro
A Cuba Street vintage shopping treasure trove.